AGiL's Mentorship Project Marks 15 Years of Supporting Disadvantaged Youth
AGiL-Arbeitsförderung e.V. has been supporting young, disadvantaged individuals in their transition from school to work for 15 years. The Mentorship Project, initially funded by the Robert Bosch Foundation and later by the Hessian Ministry of Social Affairs and Integration, has seen around 300 mentorships, known as 'tandems', since 2008. This year, 400 students participated in 'Fit for Job Interviews' training sessions, practicing around 3,300 job interview questions since 2010. These sessions are held in cooperation with local schools. The Mentorship Project goes beyond interview preparation, providing mentors who act as door openers, companions, and advisors in both professional and personal development. Currently, 45 volunteers are involved in the project, supporting young individuals, often with migration or refugee backgrounds.
First Deputy District Administrator Silke Engler recently thanked the volunteers for their tireless efforts, patience, and dedication. The Working Promotion Society of AGiL celebrated the 15-year anniversary of the project. Looking ahead, project coordinators hope to attract more volunteers, ideally with backgrounds in crafts or health and care, to support the project.
The Mentorship Project of AGiL-Arbeitsförderung e.V. has been instrumental in supporting young, disadvantaged individuals for 15 years. With around 300 mentorships and 3,300 interview training sessions, the project has made a significant impact. The commitment of volunteers has been celebrated, and the project coordinators encourage more volunteers to join, particularly those with backgrounds in crafts or health and care.
