Yousef was only 14 when he was forced into youth detention. Now, he is struggling to rebuild his life on the outside.
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Impact Stories
A new beginning
Sunrise is pursuing her passion for music with support from the National Scholarship Program and Talent Development Project.
“When you don’t have an adult figure in your life, who can support you?”
Growing up in a tumultuous household, Zara’s path was far from easy. Read their journey from a difficult childhood to finding support and hope through Youth Off The Streets.
Finding home at 15: Layla’s story
After being abandoned by her parents when she was 15 and experiencing homelessness several times, Layla has overcome adversity and secured a brighter future for herself and her siblings with Youth Off The Streets’ support.
“It’s my way of giving back and paying it forward”
Two decades after experiencing homelessness and receiving a Youth Off The Streets scholarship, Sam is making a positive impact on First Nations young people.
Pride and new-found joy
After fleeing home barefoot and empty-handed, Astrid has found community, acceptance and a passion for hairdressing while receiving support from Youth Off The Streets.