The idea that peer-mentoring programmes could work as a solution to alcohol misuse
was prevalent in 3 out of the 5 locations. The main thinking behind the idea was that
younger ‘young people’, especially those in primary school, hold older ‘young people’
in high regard and this could have a positive impact on their behaviour. The key
components of the peer-mentoring programme would need to include:
• participants on the programme, including mentors, would be voluntary;
• the programme should start in 5th or 6th class;
• mentoring should include real-life stories, not always focused on alcohol;
• mentoring should promote responsible drinking.