Who is the teenage girl mentioned?
Emily
How old is she?
15
Who does she spend time with?
Sarah
When were they matched?
since 2008
Who encouraged Emily to be a part?
Emily's mum
Why was Sarah a part of the organization?
to get involved in a volunteer program
Did she find it through the internet?
yes
Do they both have a good time together?
yes
What is the organization based on?
the simplicity and power of friendship
What age range is matched with an adult?
7-17
Is the adult paid?
no
What is their role?
to be both a role model and a supportive friend.
What else to they do?
They are someone to trust, to have fun with, to talk and go to when needed
How much time do they spend together at a time?
between one and four hours
How many times a month?
three or four
How long has the organization operated?
25 years
Where does it operate?
throughout the world.
What are things people in the organization do together?
picnics, cooking, sports or going to a football match.
Is the organization well known?
yes
Can volunteers be married?
yes