COACH mentoring to empower individuals and families

COACH mentoring is a community-strengthening program that empowers individuals and families through one-to-one mentoring, breaking cycles of poverty.

Our vision is to see people in tough places flourish through one-to-one mentoring and empowering communities. We believe God cares deeply for the marginalized in society and our mission is to join in with Him to help people flourish emotionally, socially, economically and spiritually.

We are faith-based but not faith-biased and seek to benefit people no matter what their religion, race, disability or sexual orientation. We try to model Christ-centeredness, grace, care, trust and interdependence within our team and with others. We often partner with other organisations for the benefit of the community.

“A series of tragic events set my life on a different path. I felt a failure. COACH embraced my whole family. Now my life is so different. My heart is open to new possibilities. I feel focused and strong and a part of the community.”

COACH stands for Creating Opportunities And Casting Hope. COACH partners with not-for-profits and churches to train volunteer mentors and match them with individuals in need. Over 12+ months, COACH participants meet with their mentors each week.

A COACH mentor is a friend with purpose, offering practical help and mentoring towards life goals. These goals include education, employment, training, improved mental health, reduction in addictive habits, financial management, housing, family cohesion, decrease in social isolation, and improved physical and emotional wellbeing. Mentoring is a way to bring out the best in people and help them make use of their own resources. It also promotes individual responsibility and builds community cohesion.

More info: www.coachnetwork.org