A concurrent RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE January 2025 AS "mentoring month" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.

 

Whereas, the South Carolina General Assembly recognizes the importance of mentoring in fostering the development of young people by encouraging personal, academic, and professional growth; and

 

Whereas, mentoring programs strengthen our communities by guiding young people to achieve their potential and empowering them to make positive life choices; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina Mentors Network (SCMN) has provided invaluable support to youth across the state by cultivating meaningful relationships between mentors and mentees, creating opportunities for guidance, leadership, and success; and

 

Whereas, SCMN has worked diligently to recruit, train, and equip mentors who serve as role models, helping to instill confidence, resilience, and purpose in the lives of South Carolina's youth; and

 

Whereas, the impact of mentoring extends beyond individuals, as it fosters a ripple effect of positive change in families, schools, and communities, contributing to the social and economic well-being of the state; and

 

Whereas, National Mentoring Month provides an opportunity to highlight the critical role mentors play in building a brighter future for our youth and to encourage all South Carolinians to join the movement by becoming mentors or supporting mentoring initiatives. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the Senate, the House of Representatives concurring:

 

That the members of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, recognize January 2025 as "Mentoring Month" in South Carolina.

 

Be it further resolved that the members of the South Carolina General Assembly encourage citizens, businesses, and organizations throughout the State to celebrate the value of mentoring and to support efforts to expand opportunities for mentoring in every community.

 

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