Bigs on Campus Youth Mentorship Program

Peel HIV/AIDS Network (PHAN). A group of students collaborating on a project.

Applications are open for BIGS on Campus! Sign-up to volunteer here: BIGS Sign-up


Program Overview

Bigs On-Campus Youth Mentorship Program supports youth to develop social, academic and leadership skills in a structured group environment facilitated by UTM mentors. Bigs on Campus youth participants participate in fun and skill-based activities. Activities include sports, social outings, community tours, interactive learning and more. The Bigs On-Campus Youth Mentorship Program is in partnership with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel and Halton Regions and provides programming for youth 9-14 years.

All Bigs On-Campus Youth Mentorship Program mentors are encouraged and supported to help their mentees explore post-secondary education, increase their confidence, and learn in a supportive environment. 

This program runs every Tuesday evening from 6:45 pm-8:30 pm, in-person, at UTM starting mid-October 2023 through to mid-March 2024.

 

Responsibilities

As a mentor in the Bigs on Campus Youth Mentorship Program, UTM students must:

  • Sign-up to Volunteer  
  • Provide a Police and Vulnerable Sector Check, issued within the last three (3) years;
  • Submit an Application Form to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel and Halton (which will be emailed to you);
  • Attend program training session(s), which will be communicated to you once you sign up;
  • Commit to 3-4 hours per week for in-person Bigs on Campus Youth Mentorship Program sessions (Tuesday evenings at UTM), including prep time; and
  • Participate in reflection activities.

Inquiries

For all questions and feedback regarding the Bigs on Campus Youth Mentorship Program, please contact:

Cameron Walker
Supervisor, Community Mentorship

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