PRISM (Pride, Respect, Identity, Safety, Mentoring)
Summary
Location
Edmonton and area, Alberta
When
About This Opportunity
PRISM is a mentoring program designed specifically for the 2SLGBTQ+ community in Edmonton.
The PRISM program matches children and youth who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ with an adult mentor who also identifies as 2SLGBTQ+ for a 1:1 mentoring relationship. Through regular outings, the match will foster a friendship that is supportive, empowering and fun!
The purpose of a PRISM match is to:
Provide role models for 2SLGBTQ+ children and youth
Foster pride and self-confidence
Create connections within Edmonton’s 2SLGBTQ+ community
Offer 2SLGBTQ+ children and youth a safe adult mentor to have conversations with, provide support and celebrate who they are and above all, have fun!
To participate in PRISM:
Mentees self identify as 2SLGBTQ+, are between 6-24 years old, and want a mentor who identifies as 2SLGBTQ+ Mentors self identify as 2SLGBTQ+, are a minimum of 18 years old, and want to be matched with a mentee who identifies as 2SLGBTQ+
Time commitment of 1 year
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Driver's License Needed Background Check Must be at least 18 Orientation or Training