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.
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Impact Stories
“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.
“You only need one person to take a chance on you”
Learn how Lily became one of the first women in her family to graduate from high school – with the support of our Education team.
More than a pipe dream: How university became a reality for Shah Alif
When family difficulties prevented Shah Alif from accessing further education, he found support through a Youth Off The Streets scholarship.
Choosing alternative schooling: a mother’s story
Simona* shares how alternative schooling at Youth Off The Streets improved her daughter’s academic performance and mental health.