For parents
If your child is a mentor:
If your child participates in E-tanoda as a mentor, they have taken on a special and responsible role. They are a young person who is not only exploring their own path but also helping others to succeed in their studies and grow in self-confidence.
Through mentoring, your child doesn’t only give — they also learn a lot themselves: developing empathy, communication skills, perseverance, and a sense of responsibility.
How you can support them:
- Ask them about their experiences during mentoring.
- Praise their dedication and attentiveness — this will strengthen the value of helping others in the long run.
- Help them find time for mentoring alongside school and other activities.
Encouragement and support from the family are key to ensuring that young volunteers participate with joy and long-term commitment.
If your child is a mentee:
If your child participates in E-tanoda as a mentee, they have been given a special opportunity to receive personal attention, support, and encouragement from another young person close to their age. The mentor meets them online every week, helps with their studies, listens to them, and works together with them toward their goals.
The goal is for your child to experience that they are capable of improvement, that they are not alone with their challenges, and that they can believe in themselves. The program operates within safe boundaries — mentors are trained, and the E-tanoda team provides continuous guidance and support.
How you can support your child:
- Ensure they have a calm environment for their online sessions.
- Ask them what they talked about and how their mentor helps them.
- Praise their progress and openness — it will keep them motivated.
Children greatly value knowing that not only their mentor but also their parents are proud of them and stand by their side. E-tanoda’s goal is to make this support felt from all directions — so that children not only learn but also feel good while doing so.
