### Question
How does the law define mentor?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 5667e*, **mentor** is defined as:

> a person who works with an at-risk youth on a one-to-one basis, establishing a supportive relationship with the youth and providing the youth with academic assistance and exposure to new experiences that enhance the youth's ability to become a responsible citizen

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 5667e*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 72-JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION > SUBCHAPTER II-PROGRAMS AND OFFICES > Part G-Mentoring**

