Mentor Foundation UK Information

Mentor is the UK’s leading voice on early intervention and prevention, bringing together the best in international scientific research and on-the-ground practice to develop evidence-based programmes and resources. We advocate a holistic approach to building children and young people’s resilience to risk in order to empower them to make positive choices that support their physical, mental and social well-being as they transition into adulthood. We believe the best strategy for supporting the immediate and long-term well-being of children and young people is through a life-course approach to intervention and prevention. This approach considers the many inter-related risks young people face, and supports effective, evidence-based prevention in the home, at school and in the community. Our Vision A world that provides opportunities for the healthy development of children and young people free from the harms caused by alcohol and drug misuse. Our Mission To promote the health and well being of children and young people and prevent alcohol and drug misuse. We do this by ensuring: - Every child in the UK receives sufficient, appropriately delivered evidence based alcohol and drug prevention in school. - Parents have free access to the best information and support to help them protect their children from alcohol and drug harms, and related risky behaviours. - Policy makers prioritise prevention and early intervention.