New mentoring wellness program for pre-teen girls launches

Want to be a mentor and role model for girls in the community? Now is your opportunity! Dream Center Girls in Motion is a new health program created for girls aged 9-12 from Alamance County focused on the social, physical, and mental well-being of girls.

If you’re looking to get more involved in Alamance County, have a passion for working with children or empowering girls, then being a mentor with Dream Center Girls in Motion is the perfect opportunity! As a mentor you will be paired one-on-one with local elementary and middle school girls participating in the program. Together you will engage in fun and interactive activities and discussions centered around topics such as physical activity, mental health, body image, and stress. The program starts on Monday, Sept. 11 with an orientation meeting and the sessions will occur once a week on Mondays from 5:30-7 p.m. from Sept. 18 until Nov. 6 at the CityGate Dream Center. Carpooling can be arranged!

As a mentor you will receive 19 verified service hours and a free t-shirt!

If you’re interested in being a mentor come to the mentor training on Monday, Sept. 4, 5-6 p.m. location on campus TBD. Please email nmcginty@elon.edu for meeting location if interested in coming! If you can’t attend the meeting or have any questions please email nmcginty@elon.edu.