Mentorship
Learn more about the EMPOWER VI Mentorship Program below!
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Mentoring Program Summary
Mentoring from adults with visual impairment can provide a supportive bridge for transition-aged youth with visual impairment, helping them build confidence, skills, and a path toward a successful future.
With guidance and support from EMPOWER VI staff, Mentors with visual impairments can draw upon their lived experiences and expertise to encourage Mentees with visual impairments to successfully navigate their postsecondary goals. Mentees can identify potential college and career pathways and aspirations for adulthood upon learning from the lived experiences of Mentors with similar disabilities.
Mentorship Roles
The mentorship program will last one school year (from August - May). Applications open in the Spring/Summer prior. During the program, Mentors and Mentees will be expected to meet virtually once monthly.
Mentor Role
Mentee Role
Parent/Guardian Role
Benefits of Mentoring
Mentees will receive support to progress toward their goals related to adulthood by adults who share similar lived experiences and identities.
Mentors will have satisfaction in helping a young person mature, progress, and achieve their goals related to adulthood. Mentees and Mentors will have the opportunity to practice leadership and communication skills.
Mentees and Mentors will access EMPOWER VI transition resources and learning activities. Mentees and Mentors will receive ongoing support and supervision to help the match succeed.
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