The mentoring program will promote positive attitudes about Braille for new readers. Their participation in this program will help them realize that others have been successful in learning to use Braille efficiently, and they can have this same success. Mentors are knowledgeable. They have a good working knowledge of the Braille Code, and know its literary signs, symbols and contractions. When questions come up that mentors can't answer, they are willing and able to consult the Literary Braille Code, or ask a qualified Braille teacher.
Mentors are enthusiastic.
They are excited about Braille and can share the enthusiasm with new Braille users. Mentors can testify to the importance of Braille in their own lives. Mentors are creative. They can suggest ways in which Braille can help new Braille users in their everyday lives. They are also able to figure out ways to use Braille to accomplish specific tasks.