Mentoring Relationships – Just Talk to Me tells the inspiring story of how Char Pachniak and her colleague turned their concern for struggling youth into Horizons4Girls, a transformative mentoring program that has changed the lives of countless young women over more than a decade. This memoir captures Char’s journey from teen mother to community leader, illustrating her unwavering commitment to helping young women overcome life’s toughest challenges.

Through heartfelt storytelling, Char shares not only her own experiences but also powerful stories from the young women she mentored, students grappling with homelessness, foster care, family incarceration, immigration struggles, and educational barriers. Each story highlights the profound impact of simple, authentic acts of mentorship, listening, consistent presence, and unconditional support, showing how these can break cycles of poverty and trauma.

The book, Mentoring Relationships – Just Talk to Me, demonstrates how mentorship helps unlock potential, transform lives, and foster resilience. It also provides valuable insights into community-building and youth development. Just Talk to Me is a testament to how one person’s dedication to mentorship, through just one conversation, can create lasting change.