Cause: Homelessness & Job Training
Before:
At just 19, Leon found himself homeless after escaping an abusive home. He slept in abandoned buildings and relied on handouts to survive. With no family support and no qualifications, his future felt like a dead end.
The Turning Point:
A street outreach team from a local charity found Leon one rainy night and offered him a safe bed in a transitional shelter. Over the next few months, he joined their youth employment program. He learned carpentry, received mental health counseling, and was paired with a mentor.
After:
Today, Leon works full-time with a construction company and recently moved into his first apartment. He’s saving to start his own furniture business and volunteers once a week at the shelter that gave him a second chance.
Quote:
“I used to build walls to protect myself. Now, I build homes and a better life.”
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