Changing the course of young lives, changes the future of communities. We believe wholeheartedly in the 'Mentoring Effect' and in the lives of the young people in our programme. We believe mentoring creates brighter futures. Research highlights the powerful, positive and lasting impact that mentors can have on our young people. The Big Brothers Big Sisters model of mentoring has been affirmed by rigorous, ongoing external evaluation. This independent research has shown the positive relationships between tamariki and their Big Brothers and Big Sisters have a direct and measurable impact on young lives.