My-Peer Toolkit

Peer-based programs for young people represent an approach in which young people provide a source of informal support for other young people.

A variety of program types exist including drop-in spaces, peer education programs, mentoring programs, and online support services.

This Toolkit includes more information on peer-based programs which can be accessed under the Planning section or via the links below:

• What are peer-based programs?
• What is a ‘peer’?
• Objectives of peer-based programs
• How do peer-based programs work?
• Different peer-based approaches
• What are the benefits?
• What are the challenges?
• Mental health framework
• Theoretical framework