Volunteering as a mentor is incredibly rewarding but misconceptions often hold people back. Breaking through these barriers can bring life-changing benefits to both you and the young person you mentor. A common misconception is that people feel they don't have the right qualifications or experience to become a volunteer mentor. But everyone has something to offer. Our mentors come from all walks of life, many with no previous experience of working with young people. What our mentors have in common is that they care and want to make a difference. They have a shared desire to be a supportive adult who takes an interest in the life and education of their young person. You can change a life. What's stopping you? Become a mentor today: https://lnkd.in/ery_DFD8 #ChangeALife
MCR Pathways
Non-profit Organizations
Glasgow, Scotland 5,903 followers
You can change a young person’s life. Volunteer as a mentor for 1 hour a week in a local school. What’s stopping you?
About us
Since 2007, MCR Pathways has been transforming the lives of young people. MCR Pathways is a school-based mentoring programme supporting young people to realise their full potential through education. Can you #ShareAnHour and support a young person to achieve everything they can in life? MCR Pathways is a SCIO regulated by OSCR, Scottish Charity number SC045816. MCR supports young people across the country. Visit our website to volunteer at a school near you.
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http://www.mcrpathways.org
External link for MCR Pathways
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Glasgow, Scotland
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2007
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Supporting young people in the UK has never been more important. Through no fault of their own, care-experienced and young people facing challenges are affected by a significant gap in outcomes compared to their peers. They aren’t reaching their potential—but mentoring can change that. Just one hour a week with a consistent, caring adult can boost confidence, academic performance and open doors to a brighter future. You can change a life. What’s stopping you? Sign up to be a volunteer mentor today: https://lnkd.in/ery_DFD8 #ChangeALife
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"It's one of the better things I've done with my life." MCR Pathways Mentor David shares a powerful reflection on his mentoring journey in an inspiring article for The Scotsman. Through his story, David beautifully illustrates the incredible impact that mentoring has had on both his mentee, Aaron, and himself, showing how just one hour a week can make a lasting impact. Thank you, David, for your dedication and for sharing your experience! Read David's full story here: https://lnkd.in/eXf8QMUk #volunteering #mentoring #community #mentor david robinson
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Congratulations to all young people on Scotland's Results Day!🥳 Our Deputy CEO, Melodie Crumlin, has a special message for you: "We know the huge investment of time, hard work, and dedication you have given, and you should all be so proud; we certainly are." Watch the full video to hear more from Melodie and join us in celebrating your amazing achievements! Who Cares? Scotland | Developing the Young Workforce | Education Scotland #SQAresults #ScotlandsResultsDay
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Today is Results Day for our young people, and MCR Pathways is proud to support the Developing the Young Workforce campaign, #NoWrongPath. The #NoWrongPath campaign aims to shine a light on the many opportunities available to young people, proving that exam results are just one part of the journey to success. Whether it's college, apprenticeships, or straight into a job, there are countless paths to achieving your dreams. Remember, there is no such thing as a 'right path'. Share your journey using #NoWrongPath today! DYW Scotland #SQAResults
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Tomorrow is SQA Results Day for nearly 15,000 young people across Scotland! No matter what your results are, remember that every achievement is something to be proud of. If your results surprise you, don’t worry—there are expert careers advisers ready to help you explore all your options. 📞 Call the Skills Development Scotland Results Helpline on 0808 100 8000 for support and guidance, or visit myworldofwork.co.uk for more information. #SQAresults #NoWrongPath
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"You really can't underestimate the impact that just one caring, invested adult can have on a young person. If I can make a difference, so can you!" These lovely thank you cards are a reminder of the impact mentors and Pathways Coordinators have on the young people they support. Thank you to Lauren Moss, and all of our mentors who make a difference every day 💜 Sign up to become a volunteer mentor and start your journey: https://lnkd.in/e9ebKTEB
Like my mentors, there are times where I sit and wonder how much difference I'm making to my students, and how much they actually want me to be part of their time at school - imposter syndrome gets us all! However, the last week of term gave me some shining examples of the part I have played in the lives of my students, which I can fondly look back on whenever I am doubting myself... * EMILY * First up is Emily, who joined Barnwell part way through year 7. It's safe to say that she didn't have the easiest time adjusting to Barnwell life, and we hoped that joining group work would be the support she needed. And indeed it was. Over the last year and a half, Emily and I built up such a strong, trusting relationship, filled with lots of laughs and some worryingly competitive Uno matches! The growth in confidence, resilience, and joy I witnessed in Emily, along with improvements in her behaviour and lesson attendance (despite everything she had going on), was incredibly heartwarming and filled me with pride. Last Friday was Emily's final day at Barnwell, and she chose to spend some of her final morning with me. We played some classic rounds of Uno, shared memories, and had a giggle. Emily even wrote me the most beautiful thank you card, which I can't share simply because I haven't yet managed to read it without tearing up! * MATTHEW * And then we have Matthew. He was due to leave school last year but, unhappy with his GCSE results, he decided he didn't want to leave Barnwell on a negative note. With my support and encouragement, he signed up for a year long programme at Barnwell, which would help him progress to the next stage of academic life. Matthew was rematched with his previous mentor, and they continued to build their relationship, primarily through competitive chess and card game tournaments. Matthew was always a reserved young man, but he began pushing himself out of his comfort zone and asking for help when he needed it, coming further out of his shell as the months passed. Matthew just needed people to invest some time in him, and he really turned it around, achieving everything he set out to do at the end of year 11 and then some. I know I speak for both myself and his mentor when I say how proud we are of him, and Matthew wrote each of us a thank you card to express his gratitude for everything we had done for him. You really can't underestimate the impact that just one caring, invested adult can have on a young person. If you want to be part of a journey like the ones above, please sign up to be a mentor today. If I can make a difference, so can you! (*fake names used) https://lnkd.in/dvcEgKWC MCR Pathways #mentoring #youngpeople #community #impact #confidence #resilience #volunteering
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