Rotary e-mentoring

Origin: Electronic Mentoring is a development of the traditional Mentoring. When combined Mentoring and modern communication tool, they create a brand new way to connect adults with young people. It is Mentoring via the internet.

Definition: “E-Mentoring is a relationship that is established between a more senior individual (Mentor) and a lesser skilled or experienced individual (Pupil), primarily using electronic communications and is intended to develop and grow the skills, knowledge, confidence and cultural understanding of the Pupil to help him or her succeed.”( Boyle-Single, P. and Muller, C.B., no date).

E-Mentor: he is someone who has a desire to contribute voluntarily to the success of a young person and does so by offering friendship, acceptance and support.
Mentors have the opportunity to share their knowledge, experience, insight and to build trust and offer support to less experienced Pupils.

What E-Mentoring offers E-Mentors?
- Sharpened leadership, interpersonal skills and personal development.
- Pride in knowing to help less experienced someone by offering study or work assistance.
- Personal satisfaction in accepting a challenge and meeting a goal.

What is a E-Mentor?
Someone who:
- takes responsibility for a fellow boy or girl and takes an interest in his or her development and well-being;
- shares his or her knowledge, skills, techniques and experience;
- discusses new ideas, perspectives and standards.
- offers support with patience and enthusiasm.
- represents to the Pupil evidence of what they can become.

What makes a good E-Mentor?
- Has a commitment to work with Pupils and help them determine and achieve goals.
- Show a willingness and ability to share knowledge and wisdom.
- Has adaptability, as a good Mentor recognizes that different people have different needs and strengths.
- Is approachable, communicates openly and non-judgmentally.
- Good Mentors are accessible

E-Pupil: he is a young boy or girl who seeks to improve skills of study and work related skills by corresponding with an E-Mentor.

What E-Mentoring offers E-Pupils:
- A means of gaining study assistance and vital one-to-one help from a more experience.
- A chance to maximise individual potential.
- A learning opportunity for both Pupils and Mentors.

The E-Mentoring