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One of the key pillars of the programme is its strong network of volunteer mentors: adults over the age of 45, most of whom have extensive life and professional experience (teachers, healthcare professionals, civil servants, technicians, retirees), who act as ‘life mentors’. All receive specific training and undergo a rigorous selection process. Continuity and commitment are reinforced through ongoing training, monthly reflection groups, and technical support from the foundation's professional team. The structure of the programme allows the support to continue for as long as the young person needs it, and the relationship is progressively adapted to encourage autonomy. The publication of annual reports and close contact with educational centres and community services reinforce its viability and territorial roots. Sustainability Impact assessment: IMPULSO has a systematic and mixed monitoring system. After each session, mentors complete forms that collect quantitative and qualitative information; in addition, surveys are administered at the end of each cycle to all stakeholders (mentors, mentees, and school professionals). The technical team holds regular meetings with the educational centres and generates individual progress reports for each case. These mechanisms make it possible to detect both personal progress (in self-esteem, motivation, educational continuity) and necessary adjustments in the relationship or methodology. Each year, the AYO Foundation publishes a report on the results, which includes consolidated data, real testimonials and key learnings. C l i c k h e r e t o g o VISIT THEIR WEBSITE The IMPULSO case shows that the sustainability of a mentoring programme does not depend solely on financial resources, but also on a well-maintained human structure: a network of active mentors, ongoing technical support, coordination with the local area and a commitment to continuous improvement. It also shows that social mentoring can be profoundly transformative if it is based on real connections and medium- to long-term processes. Furthermore, it shows how a flexible approach (face-to-face and online) makes it easier to reach young people from very diverse backgrounds, guaranteeing their right to be supported regardless of their location. Finally, its system of constant evaluation, with data feedback, is key to communicating its value to society and future funders. Lessons learnt: 20