The bill, S. 224, is a concurrent resolution introduced in the South Carolina General Assembly to officially recognize January 2025 as "Mentoring Month" in South Carolina. The resolution emphasizes the significance of mentoring in promoting the personal, academic, and professional development of young people. It highlights the contributions of the South Carolina Mentors Network (SCMN) in fostering meaningful relationships between mentors and mentees, which in turn empowers youth to make positive life choices and achieve their potential.
Furthermore, the resolution calls on citizens, businesses, and organizations across the state to celebrate the value of mentoring and to support initiatives that expand mentoring opportunities within communities. This recognition aims to raise awareness about the critical role mentors play in shaping the future of South Carolina's youth and to encourage broader participation in mentoring programs.