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Young people's stories

The young people who take part in our programs have incredible stories.
Through these stories we see the impact that help, free of judgement, can have.

Read their stories

Mandy: Deciding enough is enough

Kyle: Breaking the cycle

Lily: A life-changing New Year’s resolution

Hugo: “My life was in danger”

Michael: “I felt out of control”

Tyson: Out of trouble and into rehab

Sam: “I had no life”

Matthew: A bitter road with a bright horizon

Saige: Five years down the track

Elli: “I had a purpose in life again”

Dylan: “I want to be a better person for my family”

Tammy: The first young person at David Martin Place

Clair: From homelessness to university

Josie: Taking back control

Zoe: “Words can’t express my gratitude”

Henry: “I’m excited about my future”

Caitlyn: “Thank you for accepting me”

Neil: “I’m sick of my life pattern”

Lachlan: The right support at the right time

Mia: “I was truly at rock bottom”

Chloe: Celebrating one year without drugs

Bronte: “I can’t express my gratitude enough”

Dean: A new start

Isabel: “I just need help to detox”

Our impact

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67
reduction in chronic substance use
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83
decrease in suicide attempts
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96
in stable housing
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68
engaged in education and employment

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