After six months of talking to them, we asked if there was a way we could become more politically involved in the community. They put us on a seven-month peer leadership course run by the youth service and we got certificates.
The course taught us teambuilding skills, leadership, being in control and advocacy. We also organised a sexual health awareness Valentine's rave and created a skatepark.
We are now going to be more involved in a local youth forum.
Do you know a young person with a story to tell? Call Hugh Perry on 020 8267 4721, or email hugh.perry@haynet.com.
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