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Feedback from projects
"The initiative was outstanding, without doubt the program of the year and one that should be repeated as a major ongoing program at each custodial setting. This program has the potential to change people's lives for the better through educating and promoting expression of thoughts, feelings and ideas through various means."
Stephen Blamey, YMCA Manager, Juvenile Justice and Forensics
"I learnt how to think abut my behaviour." - Leon, participant
"One young man who is illiterate and low self esteem felt like one million dollars following his involvement in the show. He painted props for the stage he has since continued to be involved in his aboriginal art and is developing more confidence in his relationships with others. He is now part of an Ed program, talking to school groups, Vic police is more confident, a huge improvement." Pam Long, Education Department
"Looks great, is relating better with others, happy and thoroughly enjoyed his involvement." Harry, participant
"The team have excellent communication skills and approach their work with professionalism and enthusiasm - an asset to the department and will be missed by prisoners and staff alike." Delia Brady-Jacobs, HMP Liverpool
"To witness an ex offender with low self-esteem stand up in front of others and take part in a performance is an achievement for them that cannot really be measured." Rob Stewart - Education Department, HMYOI Altcourse
"This programme offers inmates a way to express themselves that has only previously been expressed through offending behaviour. Remembering the fact that a majority of offences are made as an attention-seeking endeavour." Andy Holland - Education Department, HMYOI Thorn Cross
"The children began to believe in their own abilities and learn about what is important to them and appreciate the differences between other cultures." Liz Newton - Teacher
"I feel real proud to have achieved so much - I feel this experience has honestly changed me! It's made me see things differently and bumped my confidence up". Dave – Bail Hostel resident
"Your program was a great success. This is a clear testament to your imagination, professionalism, energy and enthusiasm, which clearly inspired the residents with whom you worked. They have learned and developed much as a result of the experience of working with you." Peter Needham - SPO/Manager Merseybank Bail Hostel
"It's about the gang, the group - the way we work together as a team and everything we do and make is from us. You respect us so we respect you and I reckon together we've made something that will make a difference." John, participant
"It's bought me out of myself and given me the chance to hear what the other lads think -we've all worked really hard to bring it together. I've never been part of something like this and I won't forget it!" Thomas, participant
"I've really liked all the games we've played and I like all the laughing. I'm excited about showing my mum the play we have made!" Sarah - Student
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