As responsible members of the community, we have a responsibility to create a safe and respectful environment for all individuals, especially children. This code of conduct outlines the appropriate behavior of adult mentors towards children, including the use of technology.

  1. I will read all the relevant documents regarding the School of Humanity ways of working (Mentor Guide or Mentor Wiki) and will participate in the mentor training sessions and onboarding prior to working directly with the learners. I agree to continue to participate in professional development sessions as required and understand that my mentorship sessions will be observed as part of the quality assurance policy at SoH.
  2. I provide mentorship to young minds who are assigned as my mentees without expecting anything in return from them. While I may celebrate and showcase their projects and successes, I do not take credit for those successes. I recognize that I am an enabler and catalyst of the success of my mentees, but not the cause of their success. I understand that the mentorship experience is about them, not me - and I will do my best to mentor from a place of no ego. Furthermore, I will always respond to my mentees' questions, doubts, and inquiries to the best of my ability, giving the necessary time and space for these to be addressed in a comfortable and calm manner.
  3. I will respect my mentee’s unique personality, and personal beliefs - recognizing that they are their own individual on their own unique path. While I may sometimes disagree with my mentees, I will provide feedback & constructive criticism, delivered in a calm, respectful, and professional manner.
  4. I will not spread misinformation, pseudoscience, or propaganda. I will always strive to provide accurate and evidence-based information. I will acknowledge and correct any mistakes promptly and transparently.
  5. I understand that I will serve as a role model to my mentees and as such will lead by example, by way of behavior, appropriate language use, and social interaction. I will remain neutral, avoid bias and take care not to willfully influence the way my mentees behave or think.
  6. I will maintain professional boundaries throughout the program, maintaining physical and emotional distance from my mentees. Communication through any means will be limited to SoH working hours (relative to time zone) and through recognized SoH channels such as Slack.
  7. I will maintain the confidentiality of children and their families and will not share any personal or confidential information about them with others without their explicit consent.
  8. I will promote and model effective digital citizenship and be aware of the potential risks of using technology and take appropriate measures to ensure online safety, such as using privacy settings.
  9. I will maintain professional working relationships with all members of staff at SoH, including other mentors, learning facilitators, administrative staff, and core team members. Communication will be limited to SoH working hours and through recognized SoH channels such as Slack and will always remain respectful and considerate.
  10. If I detect any serious issues, such as issues concerning negative behavior, debilitating well-being or lack of attendance from my mentees, I shall inform the School of Humanity core team. If my mentees require further support that I am unable to provide, I shall inform the School of Humanity team. If this issue requires further attention, it will be evaluated by the SoH Code of Ethics Review Committee.

I, ____________________, commit to the following code of conduct as a mentor at School of Humanity: