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National Mentoring Resource Center

OJJDP FY 2022 National Mentoring Resource Center

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The overall goal of this program is to operate OJJDP’s National Mentoring Resource Center and enhance the capacity of mentoring organizations to develop, implement, and expand effective mentoring practices across the nation.

January is National Mentoring Month

President Biden proclaimed January as National Mentoring Month, a nationwide observance honoring mentors and encouraging communities to engage in mentoring activities to ensure positive outcomes for youth.

Department of Justice Awards More Than $100 Million To Support Youth

FY21 Funding Awards

The Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs (OJP) announced awards of nearly $103 million to support youth and equity in juvenile justice systems.  

"Reforming our juvenile justice systems, mentoring our youth and helping young people find a path forward to a safe and bright future are central to our mission at the Office of Justice Programs and remain top priorities of this administration,"...