Peer Mentors are male students from local colleges and universities who co-facilitate classes for teen males with Family Life Council Wise Guys Educators. To prepare, peer mentors receive 15 hours of training in the areas of self-esteem, clarifying values, goal setting, decision-making, male responsibility, sexuality, healthy relationships, communicating effectively, and fatherhood. Upon completion of the above training, to which is added observation and practical training experience, they are ready to co-facilitate a Wise Guys training session.

The purpose of adding Peer Mentors to the Wise Guys Program is simple. Adolescent males look up to older adolescent and young adult males. Providing role models who provide a positive influence for abstinent behavior, show respect for women, and exhibit positive characteristics has proven to be a successful component of the Wise Guys program, as well as other programs around the country.

Strong leadership abilities and effective oral communication skills are required of peer mentors. They also must understand the importance of fatherhood, showing respect to women, and sexual responsibility.

For more information on Peer Mentoring contact us or call (336) 333-6890 ext. 237.

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