Half the population of Iraq, which is estimated at 29 million, is under the age of 18; 43% is
under the age of 15. The youth and children are heirs to decades of conflict and
dictatorship. They face a rapidly changing security, political, and economic situation that
has slid into humanitarian crisis. Against overwhelming odds, their families struggle for
survival and seek ways to improve their lives.
Iraqi children and youth have no one to look up for, or an example to follow.. They have no
trust almost in anyone, not in a politician, a member of the parliament, not even in
religious clergies.. Most of Iraqi children and youth are lost, do not have any hope in the
future, do not know why they're living, and do not have any goal in their lives.
In Iraq all young people including children have the potential to succeed in life and
contribute to society. They have the potential to succeed in life and contribute to society.
However, they do not get the support they need to thrive.
Without immediate intervention by caring adults, they could make choices that not only
undermine their futures, but, ultimately, the economic and social well-being of Iraq.
under the age of 15. The youth and children are heirs to decades of conflict and
dictatorship. They face a rapidly changing security, political, and economic situation that
has slid into humanitarian crisis. Against overwhelming odds, their families struggle for
survival and seek ways to improve their lives.
Iraqi children and youth have no one to look up for, or an example to follow.. They have no
trust almost in anyone, not in a politician, a member of the parliament, not even in
religious clergies.. Most of Iraqi children and youth are lost, do not have any hope in the
future, do not know why they're living, and do not have any goal in their lives.
In Iraq all young people including children have the potential to succeed in life and
contribute to society. They have the potential to succeed in life and contribute to society.
However, they do not get the support they need to thrive.
Without immediate intervention by caring adults, they could make choices that not only
undermine their futures, but, ultimately, the economic and social well-being of Iraq.
Why in Iraq?
Children and young people of Iraq need caring and to that
someone believes in them.
They need someone that provides support by supplying
practical information, increasing a knowledge of skills and
by enhancing self-esteem through a supportive and
attentive relationship. Furthermore, they are in need for a
special friend to sharing valuable experiences, modeling
an understanding and caring way of dealing with others,
and empowering the them to be a secure, self-confident
individual.
The Mentoring Consortium is fostering and supporting
quality mentoring programs as a means of promoting the
growth and development of Iraqi children and youth into
healthy, productive citizens.
Children and young people of Iraq need caring and to that
someone believes in them.
They need someone that provides support by supplying
practical information, increasing a knowledge of skills and
by enhancing self-esteem through a supportive and
attentive relationship. Furthermore, they are in need for a
special friend to sharing valuable experiences, modeling
an understanding and caring way of dealing with others,
and empowering the them to be a secure, self-confident
individual.
The Mentoring Consortium is fostering and supporting
quality mentoring programs as a means of promoting the
growth and development of Iraqi children and youth into
healthy, productive citizens.
Be a Mentor
| The Be A Mentor Initiative in Iraq |
Activities
HRH Dr Princess Nisreen El-Hashemite - Executive Director Started
the Be a Mentor Initiative in Iraq.
An Open Day with the Princess the Doctor the Achiever
an open day with Baghdad University undergraduate female students
was held at the College of Science. Dr El-Hashemite addressed more
than 1500 students, talked about her life achievements and ambitions.
For more than 4 hours, the students debated with the Princess the
Doctor and asked her about many issues related to education, social
life, activities and their real situation in Iraq and concerns under the war
and terrorism and insecure political life.
Dr El-Hashemite remain in touch with so many students.
According to the Dean's data of 2009/2010, the success rate in the
college of science and arts has risen from 62% to 88%. More than 57%
of the students got higher grades (B+ to A). When asking the students
what made them study hard? Their answers in the questioner
prepared by the Dean, that they are hoping to be like the Princess
Nisreen, a doctor a scientist an achiever and a hard working person
who live on her own accomplishment rather than on a history.
HRH Dr Princess Nisreen El-Hashemite brought new hope to other
university students at: Kufa University. She gave lectures, and set with
students talk to them, listen to them and engage them in public work
and most importantly help them in their studies.
HRH Dr Princess Nisreen El-Hashemite - Executive Director Started
the Be a Mentor Initiative in Iraq.
An Open Day with the Princess the Doctor the Achiever
an open day with Baghdad University undergraduate female students
was held at the College of Science. Dr El-Hashemite addressed more
than 1500 students, talked about her life achievements and ambitions.
For more than 4 hours, the students debated with the Princess the
Doctor and asked her about many issues related to education, social
life, activities and their real situation in Iraq and concerns under the war
and terrorism and insecure political life.
Dr El-Hashemite remain in touch with so many students.
According to the Dean's data of 2009/2010, the success rate in the
college of science and arts has risen from 62% to 88%. More than 57%
of the students got higher grades (B+ to A). When asking the students
what made them study hard? Their answers in the questioner
prepared by the Dean, that they are hoping to be like the Princess
Nisreen, a doctor a scientist an achiever and a hard working person
who live on her own accomplishment rather than on a history.
HRH Dr Princess Nisreen El-Hashemite brought new hope to other
university students at: Kufa University. She gave lectures, and set with
students talk to them, listen to them and engage them in public work
and most importantly help them in their studies.
"Iraqi University Students are
in need for a special friend to
sharing valuable experiences,
modeling an understanding
and caring way of dealing with
others, and empowering the
them to be a secure,
self-confident individual".
in need for a special friend to
sharing valuable experiences,
modeling an understanding
and caring way of dealing with
others, and empowering the
them to be a secure,
self-confident individual".
You can bring new hope to young lives through the power of
mentoring. And you'll be surprised how much you will benefit, as well.
Do you think you'd make a good mentor?
Mentoring has proved to be a powerful tool for helping young
people fulfills their potential.
mentoring. And you'll be surprised how much you will benefit, as well.
Do you think you'd make a good mentor?
Mentoring has proved to be a powerful tool for helping young
people fulfills their potential.
Would you like to make a difference in an Iraqi
child or Youth life?
Would you like to be a mentor?
child or Youth life?
Would you like to be a mentor?
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What is Mentoring?
Mentoring is a structured and trusting relationship that brings young people together with caring individuals who offer guidance,
support and encouragement aimed at developing the competence and character of the mentee. A mentor is an adult who, along with
parents, provides a young person with support, counsel, friendship, reinforcement and constructive example. Mentors are good
listeners, people who care, people who want to help young people bring out strengths that are already there.
Mentoring can help by:
Mentor's Role
A mentor is a caring, adult friend who devotes time to a young person. Although mentors can fill any number of different roles, all
mentors have the same goal in common: to help young people achieve their potential and discover their strengths.
Mentors should understand they are not meant to replace a parent, guardian or teacher. A mentor is not a disciplinarian or decision
maker for a child. Instead, a mentor echoes the positive values and cultural heritage parents and guardians are teaching. A mentor is
part of a team of caring adults.
A mentor's main purpose is to help a young person define individual goals and find ways to achieve them. Since the expectations of
each child will vary, the mentor's job is to encourage the development of a flexible relationship that responds to both the mentor's and
the young person's needs.
By sharing fun activities and exposing a youth to new experiences, a mentor encourages positive choices, promotes high self-esteem,
supports academic achievement, and introduces the young person to new ideas.
Mentoring is a structured and trusting relationship that brings young people together with caring individuals who offer guidance,
support and encouragement aimed at developing the competence and character of the mentee. A mentor is an adult who, along with
parents, provides a young person with support, counsel, friendship, reinforcement and constructive example. Mentors are good
listeners, people who care, people who want to help young people bring out strengths that are already there.
Mentoring can help by:
- Improving young people’s attitudes towards their parents, peers, teachers, and societies;
- Encouraging students to stay motivated and focused on their education;
- Providing a positive way for young people to spend free time;
- Helping young people face daily challenges; and
- Offering young people opportunities to consider new career paths and get much-needed economic skills and knowledge.
Mentor's Role
A mentor is a caring, adult friend who devotes time to a young person. Although mentors can fill any number of different roles, all
mentors have the same goal in common: to help young people achieve their potential and discover their strengths.
Mentors should understand they are not meant to replace a parent, guardian or teacher. A mentor is not a disciplinarian or decision
maker for a child. Instead, a mentor echoes the positive values and cultural heritage parents and guardians are teaching. A mentor is
part of a team of caring adults.
A mentor's main purpose is to help a young person define individual goals and find ways to achieve them. Since the expectations of
each child will vary, the mentor's job is to encourage the development of a flexible relationship that responds to both the mentor's and
the young person's needs.
By sharing fun activities and exposing a youth to new experiences, a mentor encourages positive choices, promotes high self-esteem,
supports academic achievement, and introduces the young person to new ideas.
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