Branch Mentoring Program

Well-functioning branches are the foundation of all our activities, and all branches must have access to the support of a branch mentor. A branch mentor is an employee of the branch's own district.

• The objective of the mentoring program is to promote long-term, comprehensive development based on local needs and to maintain sufficient aid readiness.
• Through this mentoring, we ensure the operational capacity and vitality of our branches, both now and in the future.

The mentor’s role is to

• Maintain regular contact with the branch.
• Facilitate the branch's self-assessment and the creation of a development plan in collaboration with the branch.
• Support and monitor the development of the branch's activities.
• Act as a holistic supporter for the branch.

The practical implementation of the mentoring program is organized by the districts in a manner that takes regional resources and needs into account. The National Headquarters coordinates the nationwide branch mentoring program. The goal of the national program is to create a nationwide overview of branches' aid readiness and to promote high-quality activities based on local needs. The National Headquarters provides mentors with training, support, and orientation for the branch mentor role.

Watch the videos presenting the mentoring program

Mentoring benefits both branches and districts – Savo-Karjala District + Joensuu Branch (Video in Finnish)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlmzHQrm8os

What is branch mentoring? – Helsinki and Uusimaa District + Tikkurila Branch (Video in Finnish)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwyQlDT29yU

How does mentoring help districts and branches? – Åboland District + Åbo Swedish Branch (Video in Swedish)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZLv3svBH0A