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YMCA: How it changed the lives of three young people

Three young men: Tyler, Kieran and Joe share their stories of how the YMCA 鈥 the world鈥檚 oldest youth charity 鈥 transformed their lives from a troubled childhood to a potentially bright future.

They each told 大象传媒 Radio 5 Live鈥檚 Nihal Arthanayake how a horticultural course at the YMCA helped provide focus, education, support and friendship.

Aged 16-19, they each discuss their upbringings, the challenges they face and how they hope to overcome them.

Joe told Nihal: 鈥淚鈥檓 about half way up the mountain on who I want to be. I feel like I鈥檓 at home and welcome.鈥

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1 hour, 7 minutes

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