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OUR IMPACT

We measure the social impact of our mentorship program and harness learning to identify opportunities to enhance our activities and materials.

Our methodology includes surveys, focus groups, and a customized research tool, the Adolescent Mentorship Competency Assessment (AMCA).

Impact Report

About the AMCA
The AMCA is a customized tool developed in partnership with Dr. Michael Shier at the University of Toronto’s Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work. It measures Mentees’ abilities across five domains of social and emotional learning (SEL) and informs GEM research and innovation in mentorship.

Our impact in numbers

Since 2012, GEM has helped over 1,500 girls reach their full potential. Here’s a snapshot ofthe difference we’re making, together:

Before starting
the program
of Mentees reported low self-confidence​
0 %
Reported mental health challenges like anxiety and depression​
0 %
Upon completing the program
More Mentees said they have stress-coping strategies​
0 %
Felt more confident in themselves​
0 %

Measuring what matters

GEM is one of the few Canadian mentorship charities that tracks its impact through research-driven metrics. We don’t just hope our program works — we measure it, so you can see exactly how your support translates into real academic and career progress for the girls we serve.

Of Grade 12 Mentees are transitioning to post-secondary education next year
0 %
Of Grade 12 Mentees are transitioning to post-secondary education next year
0 %
Of Grade 12 Mentees are transitioning to post-secondary education next year
0 %
Of Grade 12 Mentees are transitioning to post-secondary education next year
0 %
Of Grade 12 Mentees are transitioning to post-secondary education next year
0 %
Of Grade 12 Mentees are transitioning to post-secondary education next year
0 %

Half have been awarded a scholarship or bursary to support their higher education

GEM VOICES

Their words, their journeys

Behind the numbers are girls who found their confidence, a mentor who showed up and supported them, and ambitions made possible. Explore the stories of our Mentees, Mentors, and alumnae who help make GEM what it is.

Hear more of our GEM voices
OUR PARTNERS

The difference our partners make

Every mentorship, workshop, and scholarship GEM provides is made possible by corporate partners and donors who believe in the potential of girls facing real barriers. Investment, whether through funding, corporate partnership, or in-kind support, makes an impact.

Thank you to our partners and donors for their support
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