Mentor WA Training: Beyond the Game: Education, Careers, & Life Design
The 2026 West Coast Mentoring Conference is a virtual convening co-hosted by MENTOR California and MENTOR Washington, proud members of the MENTOR Affiliate Network. We’re bringing together mentoring providers, educators, school districts, youth-serving organizations, mental health partners, workforce leaders, funders, and policymakers to strengthen relationship-centered practices and create pathways that help young people thrive across every part of their lives.
This year’s theme—Heart of the Game, Beyond the Game—invites us to think about “the game” as the game of life. Sports and youth culture are an entry point, but the focus is broader: how young people build identity, belonging, confidence, and resilience—and how adults help connect opportunities across school, community, and future careers. We’ll explore what it takes to create environments where youth feel seen and supported, and where support doesn’t end when a season ends, a program ends, or graduation happens.
Together, we’ll highlight practical strategies for belonging and mental wellness, healing-centered and culturally responsive mentoring (especially for young people of color), and cross-sector partnerships that strengthen outcomes—from attendance and graduation to postsecondary success and workforce development, including career-connected mentoring, networks, and life design.
Ticket Information: Register HERE
- Early Bird Tickets (March 6th – April 3rd)
- General Admission: $45
- Group Admission (5-10 Tickets): $45
- General Tickets (April 4th – May 5th)
- Single Tickets: $65
- Group Tickets (5-10): $50
Discount codes for mentors, students and general discount codes are available if needed. Please reach out to Harmony at hwright@mentorwashington.org if you have any questions.
This conference will be recorded and available for 30days on the platform. Your ticket gives you access to the recordings! Perfect if you cannot attend all day but would like to see the workshops available.