YOUTH VOICE
“When an adult understood me, they showed it with their body language and their words. They listened to me, and I felt like I was truly heard.”
“An adult recognized me.”
“The adult took it easy, gave me time, and didn't pressure or rush me (e.g., said, "Do it when you can").“
“I was shown care and love.”
“When I was nervous, the adults remained calm and didn't get offended.”
“"I had a person by my side who helped with my studies, the job market, finding a place to live, and was simply there when needed and gave good advice when times were tough."”
“I was able to communicate with the employees I became close to after being on the service.”
“"When I felt like an adult was really worried that something was wrong with me."”
“He didn’t push or pressure me, he just was with me.”
“"I was treated as an equal, not inferior or stupid. We are all human."”
