Programs

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Since March 2009, the Carlton Locksley Bennett Foundation, Inc. (CLBF) has served many of Brooklyn’s adolescents impacted by violence or who reside in areas where violent crimes are high.

On March 8, 2011 CLBF PACT Program was formed, which is a mentorship program linking at-risk students to responsible adults. The main goal of the Program is to provide valuable supports for these young people by offering a wide range of academic and life skills- building activities. We believe that a mentor is a person who provides support, counseling, friendship, and nurturing by offering not only academic and career guidance, but also effective leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. CLBF is especially targeting students who are at risk of dropping out or are having challenging situations preventing them from fully engaging in school. We will have these students complete a profile form (attached) and submit it to the CLBF Selection Committee. Once the Committee receives the application packet, the information will be reviewed and if chosen the young person will be matched with a significant adult. Both the student and the adult will have clear guidelines in which to develop a productive and nurturing relationship. Both the student and adult will be assessed on a monthly basis on the progress of the relationship, the progress of the student, and whether or not the goals agreed upon are being met or need revising. Our intention is to have the program run the length of the school year, until the young person graduates from High School or transition into a successful situation. Research shows that mentoring relationships can be effective and positive. The longer the relationship continues, the more positive the outcome. In addition, youth are more likely to benefit from mentoring if their mentors are nurturing and involved in their lives. As a general rule, youth who are disadvantaged, or at-risk, stand to gain the most from mentoring.

CLBF PACT Program Contact:

Deborah Washington Program Advisor

347-446-9040