Mentoring

Mentoring programs are offered at all Lubuto libraries. LubutoMentoring is a popular program held at the Model Library that supports participants’ character development, life skills and positive peer interaction. Weekly sessions are conducted in English and Zambian languages by trained mentors, combining group discussion with storytelling drawn from the books in Lubuto libraries and from Zambia’s rich oral traditions. The mentoring program focuses on building character strengths and determination for education through a supportive peer environment. Mentoring helps adolescents to imagine new future paths and to stand up for their rights and promotes progressive gender attitudes. LubutoMentoring is offered once a week in 12-week sessions that feature a specific character strength and illustrative stories each week:

Week 1:   Honesty Week 2:   Courage Week 3:   Friendship

Week 4:   Responsibility Week 5:   Self-Discipline Week 6:   Self-Confidence

Week 7:   Creativity Week 8:   Self-Empowerment Week 9:   Giving

Week 10:  Purpose Week 11:  Perseverance Week 12:  Integrity