Learner Stories

We spoke to some of our learners about their experience - here’s what they had to say.

Growth and Transformation 

“I started team as a quiet socially anxious 16-year-old… it became a major stepping stone of my life and made me want to pursue youth work.” 

“Community classes have been the push I needed to be authentically me.” 

“Team has helped me find my footing again and see life from a different perspective.” 

“Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.” 

“I have learned to be more outgoing and confident in what I want to do.” 

“The experiences inspired me and showed me what I was capable of.” 

 Confidence and Overcoming Fear 

“I learned that I could do something on my own with people I didn’t know.” 

“Even if you’re skeptical like I was, push yourself to do it - you won’t regret it.” 

“Do it, do it, do it - -you won’t regret it! The anxiety slowly disappears and it becomes a place you want to be.” 

“Learn skills, be social, be who you want to be, and don’t let anyone stop you.” 

“It may be scary at first, but the outcome from it is so much more.” 

Support and Belonging 

“It was something I really needed at the time - to feel like I belonged.” 

“The team helped me realise what I wanted to do in life.” 

“The warmth and kindness I received gave me the courage to believe in myself.” 

“I finally was excited to see what my future held.” 

“Nic, your positivity and energy made every day better - you created an environment where people felt safe, supported, and able to grow.” 

“The experience has given me the motivation to set goals and work towards them.” 

“It was the stepping stone I needed that led me to where I am today.” 

“Never doubt yourself - anything is possible if you just believe.” 

“It gave me a reason to wake up, like my life mattered.” 

“Take the leap - it’s the start of a new chapter that will build a version of you that you’ll love to see.” 

“She found herself, and the game changed.”