Tom's story is a powerful example of how Youth Encounter's Live Life Wide Open strategy can help young people overcome challenges and thrive.
When Tom first came to Youth Encounter, he was a lost and lonely teenager. He had moved around a lot, and he didn't have any close friends or family members to support him. He was also struggling with the trauma of being abused by a family member.
Tom was drawn to Youth Encounter's dirt bike therapy program because it offered him a chance to have some fun and escape his problems. But the program offered him much more than just a distraction. It also gave him a safe space to process his emotions and build relationships with other young people and positive role models.
Through the dirt bike therapy program, Tom began to develop a sense of belonging and self-worth. He also learned how to manage his emotions and cope with his trauma.
As Tom's confidence grew, he decided to join Youth Encounter's mentoring program. In this program, he was paired with a mentor who provided him with one-on-one support and guidance. Tom's mentor helped him to explore his core values, understand his reactions, and develop strategies for dealing with his fears.
With the support of his mentor and the Youth Encounter community, Tom began to turn his life around. He started to make new friends, and he became more engaged in his education. He also started to believe in himself and his future.
One day, Tom was driving back to school with his mentor when they passed the family member who had abused him. Tom's old fears started to come back, but then he remembered what he had learned at Youth Encounter. He realized that he was not powerless anymore. He had the tools and the support to deal with his trauma, and he was not going to let it control him anymore.
Tom's journey with Youth Encounter is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope. With the right support, young people can overcome even the most difficult challenges and step into their incredible potential.
Youth Encounter's Live Life Wide Open strategy is based on the belief that every young person has the potential to thrive. By providing young people with a safe and supportive environment, Youth Encounter helps them to develop the skills and confidence they need to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
Youth Encounter's programs are designed to be fun and engaging, while also providing young people with the opportunity to learn and grow. The organization's staff is passionate about helping young people, and they are committed to providing them with the best possible support.
Youth Encounter is making a real difference in the lives of young people in Aotearoa NZ. The organization's Live Life Wide Open strategy is helping young people to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and live their lives to the fullest.
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