Professional Conduct
Upholding the highest ethical standards in youth mentoring practice.
Code of Professional Conduct
All registered youth mentors are bound by our Code of Professional Conduct. This code ensures that mentoring relationships are safe, ethical, and beneficial for young people.
Young Person First
The welfare and best interests of the young person are always the primary concern in any mentoring relationship.
Confidentiality
Mentors maintain appropriate confidentiality while being transparent about the limits of confidentiality, particularly regarding safeguarding.
Professional Boundaries
Mentors maintain clear professional boundaries and appropriate relationships with mentees at all times.
Safeguarding Responsibility
Mentors must disclose safeguarding issues following Association of Youth Mentors policy and procedure. Mentors must not put a young person's safety or wellbeing at risk.
Continuous Development
Mentors commit to ongoing professional development, supervision, and reflective practice to improve their effectiveness.
Equality & Respect
Mentors treat all young people with dignity and respect, regardless of background, identity, or circumstances.
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