Recognizing January 2026 as National Mentoring Month.
Summary
This House Resolution designates January 2026 as "National Mentoring Month." It aims to raise awareness about the positive impact of mentoring, recruit new mentors, and encourage institutions to integrate quality mentoring programs. The resolution highlights the benefits of mentoring, including improved academic achievement, social skills, and career prospects for young people.
Expected Effects
The resolution will likely increase public awareness of the importance of mentoring. It may also encourage more individuals and organizations to participate in mentoring programs. However, the resolution itself does not allocate funding or mandate specific actions.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of the benefits of mentoring.
- Potential for more young people to gain access to mentors.
- Improved academic achievement and career prospects for mentees.
- Strengthened communities through positive youth development.
- Reduced juvenile delinquency and violence.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself has no direct legal or financial impact.
- Success depends on voluntary participation and resource allocation.
- May not reach all underserved populations without targeted efforts.
- Potential for poorly implemented programs to have limited impact.
- No guarantee of sustained funding or support for mentoring initiatives.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution's preamble, which promotes the well-being of citizens. While it doesn't directly invoke specific constitutional rights, it supports positive youth development, which indirectly contributes to a more informed and engaged citizenry. The resolution does not infringe upon any specific rights or powers outlined in the Constitution.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).