This factsheet was developed by YouthREX from content in Preventing Gang Involvement and Youth Violence: Advice for those Commissioning Mentoring Programs by Robyn M. O’Connor and Stephanie Waddell.

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Although mentoring programs are often used as an intervention method in preventing gang involvement and youth violence, it is important to be aware of the pros and cons of such programs to make sure that mentoring is the right choice for your youth.