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Link to: Help people like AJ find his way
AJ’s story – MENTAL HEALTH
Before the age of 10, AJ was diagnosed with OCD. By the time he was in grade 10, he had dropped out. Through United Way he was connected to a social worker, completed a self-esteem course, training for peer support and now volunteers helping others.
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Nadine’s story – EDUCATION INEQUALITY
A United Way funding reading program helped improve Nadine’s reading skills and confidence so much she now wants to teach others how to read when she grows up.
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Zoe’s story – YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT
After being incarcerated, a United Way connection helped Zoe find a new job and get her life back on track. She started working at a coffee shop full time and has never looked back.
Link to: Breaking the Stigma Around Domestic Violence - Humaira's Story
Humaira’s story – DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Humaira experienced domestic violence, and now she helps other women going through the same thing as a volunteer at peer support group. “The voices of women like me have power. We can make our community a better place to live.”
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