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Tom Baker

Tom Baker

Name: Tom Baker
Age: 20
Year of the Fix: 2014
Location: Liverpool
Campaign: To raise awareness about Tourette's syndrome

I always knew there was something different about me growing up, but I was only diagnosed with Tourette’s syndrome two years ago.

 

It makes me have random outbursts, which I can’t control. These tics often involve swearing or making funny noises.

 

It is embarrassing especially when I’m out in public because people stare at you like you’re from another planet.

 

So with the help of Fixers, I’m producing a short film showing just how challenging living with Tourette’s can be.

 

I hope it will open people’s eyes to the condition and will help them realise it’s something that can’t be controlled.

 

I want to give a special thank you to Louise Millar, Oluwatosin Adamolekun and Paul Whiteley for helping me with my Fix.

Rotunda Community College

I volunteer at the college and Kym Cheetham helped my Fix by facilitating the project.

 

Tourette's Action

Suzanne Dobson, Chief executive of Tourette's Action supported my Fix by providing an interview for my broadcast item.

 

 

 

 

 

April 2014

I was invited on BBC Radio Merseyside to talk about my Fixers project and what it's like living with Tourette's syndrome.

 

 

Fixer Tom (R) with radio presenter

 

My campaign was also featured in the Liverpool Echo. Click on the image below to read the full article.

 

 

March 2014

Responses to my film have been really encouraging and people have been supportive of my campaign. You can read some of these comments below:

 

Amy Elizabeth, Hugh Baird College:

'Well done Tom! You did well.'

 

Becky:

'I've just watched this film and I thought it was brilliant and a great eye-opener. A massive well done to Tom Baker!'

 

Julie:

'As a mother of an adult child with Tourette's my heart aches. Society is blind.'

 

Kym:

'Tom, what an amazing student. I'm glad I could support you and what an achievement on your award!'

 

February 2014

I won Young Achiever of the Year at the Liverpool Community Star Awards for my Fixers campaign on raising awareness of life with Tourette's!

 

Fixer Tom holding his Young Achiever of the Year Award.

 

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Tamanna

I want to show others that racist bullying doesn't have to be physical to hurt.
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Jade W

I want to warn youngsters about being safe on social media sites.
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Kirsty

I wanted to show young people the importance of safe sex.
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Kathryn & Sophie

We want to help people with eating disorders and give information.
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Karoline

I want other young people to see the advantages of volunteering.
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 Evans

I lost a friend to a knife attack, and I want to make sure no one has to suffer the same.
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Emma-Louise

I want to inspire young people to read and write rather than watch television.
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Garreth

I'd been in trouble all my life, but now I help discourage others from offending.
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Yasmin

We are helping people spot when someone is experiencing domestic abuse.
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Sadie

We’re making people smile in Liverpool through a day of good gestures.
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Chantelle

I'm helping the public better recognise and react to epileptic seizures.
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Leigh

I want to challenge the misconception that parkour is an anti-social activity.
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Debbie

I want others to build their confidence using dance.
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Damon

I want employers to not judge me based on my condition.
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Aadam

I've had eczema my whole life, and now I'm helping others with skin conditions find support.
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Dearbhla

I want young people to feel comfortable in their own skin.
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Catherine

I want people to see how close to home sex trafficking can be.
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Ellie J

I want to encourage young people to embrace education while they can.
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Jade Ward

I want to challenge the stereotypes attached to care leavers.
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Cara

I want young people to have a proper understanding of the Scottish referendum.
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Richard W

I went blind aged just 23. Now I'm stopping ignorance against visual impairment.
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Tori

My team and I want to break down the stereotypes linked to refugees.
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Mikaela

I want to show people how to react when someone is having an epileptic seizure.
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Jessica Starns

I'm helping others with dyspraxia set up support groups.
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Rosina

We organised an event to bring our community and different cultures together.
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Vicki D

I want people to understand that eating disorders are not based on vanity.
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Tamer

My team and I want to encourage men experiencing domestic abuse to seek help.
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Yasmine

We're educating young people about the confidence boosting powers of performing arts.
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Thorrun

I'm teaching young people to drive safely with a documentary.
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Jordan B

I was in a car accident when I was 15. Now I’m encouraging road safety.
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Lindsey

A Cheltenham Fixer wants people to not make assumptions about 'invisible' illnesses.
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Rema

I want people to think twice before binning their old clothes.
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'Layla'

At 15 I got hooked on crack and heroin, and turned to prostitution to pay for drugs.
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Seana

I want young people to become more confident by taking on new challenges.
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Aisya

We’re cutting food costs by teaching people to grow their own food.
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Abigail

I want people to understand the benefits of studying youth work.
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'Daisy'

I want to show the impact a parent’s drinking problem can have on their kids.
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'Lisa'

I am raising awareness about child grooming and sexual exploitation.
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'Zoe'

We want to encourage communication to prevent family breakdown.
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Shanice

We want to help young people recognise the early warning signs of domestic abuse.
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Melissa

My team and I want to stop cyberbullying and help those affected to get support.
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Jonny

I want to inspire women to get out of abusive relationships.
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RO.Z.B

I want to use music to overcome the stigma of mental health.
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Lorna K

I'm encouraging people to understand the hardship farmers face.
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Eloise

I’ve been bullied and want to help prevent others going through the same.
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Hannah T

Inspired by Stephen Sutton, I’m doing something different to spread positivity.
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Laura

I want to highlight the damaging effects bullying can leave on someone.
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Theo and Dec

We want to take our anti-bullying play into schools.
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Antonia

I want to encourage more people to try dance and experience its many benefits.
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Raisa

I want young people to talk about and understand dementia.
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Dwaynne

I want people to have a better understanding of Asperger's syndrome.
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Hannah W

Being a young carer can be tough, so I want to help others find a way to relax.
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Nadia

I want to show how changes to disability benefits are affecting real people.
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Sami

I want to raise awareness about suicide and inspire people to cherish their lives.
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Jennii

I want to use my music to help others who have been in care like myself.
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Alfie

I want to rid society of negative attitudes towards trans people.
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Carys

My team and I are promoting healthy perceptions of body image.
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Josh R

I want young people to understand the consequences of criminal convictions.
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Jane

I want to raise awareness and understanding about eating disorders.
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'Sara'

I want young people experiencing homelessness to know they can tell someone.
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Courtney

I want disabled young people to join my choir so we can show people our creativity.
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Holly H

I want schools to teach meditation as a way to cope with stress.
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Sandra

I want to inspire young, single mothers to stay strong for their children.
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Mackenzy

Through a leaflet campaign my friend and I are stopping racing in the streets.
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Sianagh

I want more young people with disabilities to get involved in para-climbing.
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Carla

I want to show bullied young people the benefits of asking for help.
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'Sarah'

I want to raise awareness about domestic violence.
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Christian

I'm raising the profile of free running to remove negative stereotypes.
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Sanah

I have sickle cell disease and want to educate others about it.
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'Milly'

I was dependent on Mephedrone. Now I’m encouraging others to see the dangers.
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Ian

I want young people to recognise the symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder.
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Becky W

I want highlight that anybody can experience a mental health problem.
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Lorna

I'm campaigning for better support for young reoffenders to break their cycle of crime.
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Leah

I want to help people with cystic fibrosis make the change to adult services.
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Thetford Fixers

We want teachers to understand autism so they can support autistic pupils.
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Nelson

I'm campaigning for greater support for the homeless after my experiences.
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Hannah E

My fiance and I are improving local transport links to nearby towns.
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Dominic

I want to stop others making bad choices after I ended up in prison.
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Stacey B

I want to teach young people to stand up against discrimination.
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Rhianna

I've been in care, and want to change attitudes towards looked-after kids.
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Mogue

I want to help others speak about mental illness.
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Jessica N

I want young people to feel less pressure when it comes to their appearance.
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Claudia

I’m getting young people to complete first aid courses.
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Jolene

Gypsies often get a hard time in the UK. I’m trying to change prejudices held against them.
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Claire

Football helped when life was tough, now I’m tackling stereotypes of homelessness.
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‘Tom’

I want to encourage more young people to do good deeds to help others.
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Zoe

I want to show employers that deaf people are capable of doing a good job.
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Matt S

I want to change negative stereotypes of homeless people.
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Sophie O

I want to make people aware of where their food is from to support local farmers.
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Nisha

I want young people know the consequences of a criminal record.
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Zain

I am using my project to reduce abuse and reject neglect.
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Stan

We want people to see the struggles you can face living on benefits.
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Safe For Kent Fixers

We’re encouraging people to talk about mental health.
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Loga

I have psychosis - and I now want other people to recognise the symptoms.
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Ryan T

I want to show how parkour is healthy and fun and not anti-social.
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Katie S

I want more opportunities available for those with mental health conditions.
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Elliot

I want to inspire young people to speak out about issues that matter to them.
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Lee-Anne

I want to show that anyone can pursue a career in law, regardless of their background.
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Charlotte V

I'm using the power of animation to overcome autism.
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Danny

I want to help servicemen and women adjust to normality when they return.
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Ashia

I want to help young people reach their creative potential through performing arts.
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'Lucy'

I want to help those who work with children to better spot the signs of addiction and abuse.
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'Bridgend Fixers'

A group of young people are concerned about local drug abuse.
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Nicola

I want young people to become more engaged in politics and use their vote.
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Niomi

We want homeless young people to speak about their struggles and get the help they need.
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Tapfuma

I'm trying to get young people involved in a dance studio to keep them out of trouble.
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Connor

My life was a mess, talking to people who cared helped me turn my life around.
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Charlotte F

I wanted to inspire a sense of community spirit on my local estate.
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Georgina B

I want shopkeepers to view young people as equals.
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Elissa

I want to help young people develop a healthy attitude towards body image.
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Jordan C

I want to inspire people with eating disorders to speak about their problems.
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Lana

I'm creating a quiet space at a care home for people with disabilities.
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Emma R

We want to help improve transport options for those with learning difficulties.
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Aky

I want to guide other young people away from violence in school.
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Emma-Rose

I want to encourage young people to recognise natural beauty.
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Grace and Jess

We want young people with mental health issues to find support.
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'Georgia'

I thought that drugs had changed my life for the better...but I was wrong.
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Ricky

I want young carers to be encouraged to seek support.
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Sam J

I want young people in Cumbria to have higher career ambitions.
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Lisa K

I’ve been homeless and am asking people not to judge as it can happen to anyone.
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Maddie

I’m campaigning to change the importance of beauty in being successful.
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Anthony H

I want to tackle cyberbullying and encourage people to protect themselves online.
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Sophie T

I want to raise awareness of cyberbullying and the effects it can have.
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Stuart

I want to make young people aware of the consequences of carrying a knife.
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Hannah Raine

I want to help other young women recognise the symptoms of endometriosis.
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Mario

I want to help people find a path out of gang life.
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Karina

Anyone can turn their life around - no matter how low you get.
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Taylor

I want to show young people the impact their words can have on another.
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Josh

As a young gay man, I want to tackle the scourge of homophobic bullying in schools.
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Ali L

Knowing what it’s like to have OCD, I’m helping others understand the condition.
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Jojo

I want to help prevent knife crime following the death of my cousin.
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​Cal

We’re showing how learning a circus skill like juggling can help boost self-esteem.
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Terrain

I want to get rid of negative stereotypes against young black people.
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Jessica R

I want to help people fully understand the cost of caring for a horse.
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Zeynab

I want to encourage young people to make the most of their education.
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Maye and Sheraye

We want to get young people to put down the guns and knives.
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Naomi B

I was fed up with binge drinkers ruining my town, so I made two cautionary films.
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Hollie R

I'm educating people about ME so they can support those with the condition.
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Sheree

I want to break down negative perceptions people have around pole fitness.
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Jack S

I educating young people about the complexities of Asperger's syndrome.
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Rhunedd

We want to show our local community the positive impact dance can have.
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Lauren B

We want to change the way the media stereotypes young people as being bad.
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Charlotte

I'm trying to stop young people using the drug 'meow meow'.
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Terry

I am creating a communal space for residents at my sheltered housing to enjoy.
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Jade C

I helped visually impaired people express how they see the world through photos.
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Jake L

I want more people to take anxiety disorder seriously.
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Sarah W

I want more support to be available for young people recovering from alcohol addiction.
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Caitlin G

I want to challenge negative misconceptions of young people in care.
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Brent

I've lived with Tourette's since I was 15 and am now helping others.
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Chelsea

We want to show that not all young people in our area are anti-social.
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Devan

I want to design a website for teachers to use to combat bullying.
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Anthony

I want to restore community spirit in London using a network of young people.
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Cameron

I want to challenge negative perceptions of people with tattoos and piercings.
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Kaitlyn

I want to highlight the effects cyberbulling can have on young people.
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James

I was homeless and now I'm trying to improve the homeless system.
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Andreas

I want people to give blood so more lives can be saved.
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'Luke'

I want students in schools to learn more about gender identity.
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Steph

I'm raising awareness of a condition called borderline personality disorder.
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Cydney

I'm using a website to encourage young people to speak about mental health issues.
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Solomon

I don't want schools to sideline the importance of life skills.
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Ian C

I’m urging others not to ignore signals at level crossings after I was injured.
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Jen

My band and I are encouraging young women to pick up musical instruments.
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Marianna

We want to put a smile on people's faces in Sunderland with random acts of kindness.
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Graham M

We want more young people to see the benefits of learning circus skills.
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Shah

I want to raise awareness of food poverty and help those without enough to eat.
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Summer

I want to educate people about the anxiety disorder 'school phobia'.
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Jayden

I’m lobbying the local council to help provide a youth centre for our estate.
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Emma S

I’m raising awareness of a condition that causes people to pull their hair out.
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Jack O

My team and I are encouraging young people to use social media in a positive way.
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Jordan D

I want people to be more sympathetic toward those with hidden illnesses and disabilities.
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Jasmine

I want schools to better understand the bereavement process.
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Ryan Terry

We’re promoting the benefits of random acts of kindness in Nottingham.
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Nazrul

I'm using my passion for sport to get other young people active.
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Chelsey

I want the film, music and fashion industries to embrace disabled talent.
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Jessie

Shows young people the advantages of foreign exchange programmes.
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Rugile

Despite media portrayal, I want to show the positive side to immigration.
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'Eliza'

I want to keep women's rights on the agenda so more is done to achieve equality.
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Chloe

I want to stop prejudice against people with hidden illnesses like Crohn's disease.
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Terri

I found the strength within me to stop taking cocaine.
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Noah

Using postcards, I want people to see the hidden poverty in Cornwall.
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Britannie

I want more young women to lead an active lifestyle.
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Louise

I saw my friends taking so-called 'legal highs' and made a film to highlight the dangers.
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Matthew R

I want young people to know they have a voice in local decisions.
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Hatty

I want to get people to look below the surface to better understand young people.
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Hilary & Vicky

We’re getting children interested in their local library.
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Emma G

I want to see more done to improve road safety for cyclists.
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Hein 

We created a game to help kids in rural Cumbria make healthier lifestyle choices.
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Meera, Jade and Beth

We want to encourage employers to create apprenticeships.
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Ash

I want young people to follow their dreams after I achieved mine.
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Jordan S

I want to help those with learning difficulties express themselves.
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Ben

I want to start a support group so people with dyspraxia don't feel isolated.
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Bobbiejoe

We want to create a website to offer support to young people coming out.
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Sam G

I want to show others that sailing is not an elitist sport.
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Rachel

I want to help new parents cook healthily for their children.
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Rebekah

Through a film, I'm encouraging more support for people who witness domestic violence.
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Jamie

I want to bring people together to fight cyberbullying.
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Michael A

I don't feel that depression among teenagers is taken seriously enough.
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Sabrina

I'm showing women in my area where they can turn for help with domestic violence.
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Oscar M

I want to inspire young people to seek out positive role models.
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Leanne

I want to give hope to vulnerable women who've been trafficked to the UK for sex.
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Tom Butterworth

We hope to show how circus skills can positively impact your life.
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Kat M

I want to encourage troubled children to express themselves through creative arts.
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Tammy

I self-harmed in the past and now want to help others get the support they need.
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Lola

I want young people to know how to stay safe on the roads.
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Charles

I want to break down the stigmas attached to people with disabilities.
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Ryan M

I want to stop homophobic bullying in schools.
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Ricky A

I want to tackle the issue of swearing at football matches.
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Laura W

I'm helping young people consider the consequences of their decisions.
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Rhian

Opening up about self-harm can be scary, so I'm encouraging others to speak out.
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Phil

I want young people diagnosed with diabetes to know that it's manageable.
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Mike

We want to show that sexual orientation doesn't define who you are.
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Skye

We want young carers to get the recognition they deserve.
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Jamie H

I want to show young people there is more to life than crime and drugs.
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Hayley

I campaigned about the danger of someone deliberately spiking your drink.
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Phoebe L

I'm using my modelling experience to show others the importance of model safety.
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Jermaine

I have experienced the heartache of witnessing a family member battle schizophrenia.
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Geoff

After falling out with my family, I became one of the 'hidden homeless'.
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Dante

I'm inspiring young people to stay away from gangs.
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Lee

We want pupils to donate their old uniforms so others can save money.
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Siobhan

I was sexually abused as a child and want to support other young victims.
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Jamie O

I'm teaching young people to create meals with their leftover food.
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Bethany

Through a day of good gestures, we’re hoping to spread happiness in Falmouth.
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Bradley

I want to raise awareness of brain cancer following my father's death from it.
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James K

I want to change the stereotypes some of the public hold against skateboarders.
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Nathan S

I'm showing illegal poachers the damage they are causing to fish reserves.
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Elijah

I want people to better understand gender identity.
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Peter

I learned how to live alone and now want to teach others how to be independent.
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David S

I want to stop homophobic bullying in schools.
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Luke

My aim is to give youngsters more opportunities to do something useful.
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Graeme

I'm changing misconceptions about Asperger's.
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Richie

I'm encouraging kids in my community to follow positive paths and steer clear of crime.
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Kieran S

I restored my local community park.
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Danni

We are encouraging young people to get creative in the kitchen.
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Stephen

I've spent time in prison but have managed to turn my life around.
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Tom B

I want websites to take more action when it comes to cyberbullying.
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Cillian D

We want to show how performing arts can help stop anti-social behaviour.
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Juwaria

I want to give courage to domestic violence victims.
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Ted

My team and I want young people in Wales to feel confident speaking Welsh.
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Anam and Deeqa

We’re urging people to talk about female genital mutilation to help stop it.
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Natalie

I want to raise awareness of self-harm and educate people about the signs.
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Emily T

I want to encourage young people to find help if they're feeling suicidal.
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Amy H

I want people of all abilities partaking in disability sports.
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Adam C

We’re doing something positive in Sheffield to help brighten people’s day.
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'Coonian Fixers'

We want to see more facilities for young people in our town.
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Jessica S

After my brother was killed in an attack, I decided to campaign to stop knife crime.
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Fiona

I'm urging young people with mental health problems to seek help.
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Lewis M

I want to encourage young people to go travelling and help them be better prepared when doing so.
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Sereena

We want people to treat those with learning difficulties with respect.
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Zak

I want people to understand dogs, in order to prevent dog attacks.
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Emily 

I'm trying to encourage a lower bus fare scheme for young people.
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Phoebe

We're encouraging young people in our area to improve our community.
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Mhairi

I want more young people to be aware of the benefits of peer education.
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Jazz

I spent 483 days in jail and want to stop others from making similar mistakes.
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'Sam'

I'm making a CD to give prisoners an idea of the effects their crimes have on family.
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Hannah R

After overcoming an eating disorder, I want to raise awareness about the condition.
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Ryan L

I want to unite Bristol and stop postcode wars through a film.
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Sam T

My team and I want to prevent use of the word ‘gay’ as a negative term.
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Jade

I want to stop preconceptions about my situation as a young mum.
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Ollie

I want to highlight that men can also be victims of domestic abuse.
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James L

My team and I want better facilities for young people in Berkeley.
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Becki

Having suffered a stroke at 21, I want people to be aware they can happen at any age.
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Jake

As a young carer myself, I want there to be more help out there for others like me.
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Nichole M

I want more young people with mental health issues to talk about their feelings.
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Ben C

I’m battling a brain tumour and hope to inspire others, like me, to stay strong.
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Sandi

We want to help other young people with diabetes manage their condition better.
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Mia

I want to encourage young people to talk about their emotions.
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Rebecca E

I want to help victims of crime find comfort through conversation.
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Sarah U

I want to encourage young people to not give up hope in searching for jobs.
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Elizabeth

I want to inspire young people to start their own businesses.
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Lauryn

I want to educate teenagers about the realities of being a young parent.
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Abi H

I'm dyspraxic and I'm using a film to show others what this condition means.
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Connor H

I want to challenge the negative stereotypes attached to homelessness.
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Paige

I want to encourage more women to consider a career in construction.
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Jared

I want more young people to see the importance of organ donation.
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Alice

I'm holding an event to boost the confidence of young people with autism.
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Nic

I want parkour to be perceived as a serious sport, not an anti-social activity.
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Michael L

I want to set up community gardens in Belfast so people can grow their own food.
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Jenna

I want to create a phone app to teach people about sexual health.
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Alexander S

I'm showing how slacklining can make you fitter and more confident.
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Maddy

I want to help people spot the signs of domestic abuse.
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Carney

I want to implement an anti-cyberbullying week in schools.
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James H

I lost both my legs in a road accident and now want to raise awareness about road safety.
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Ryan

With my friends, I have helped improve the look of my local youth club.
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Joshua

I want to make my community vibrant again and free of all fly-tipping.
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Scott

I'm giving workshops to boost confidence in the LGBT community.
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Chris W

I want young people in Stirlingshire to be involved in local decisions.
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Stacey

I'm raising awareness to cancer using poignant portraits.
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Chandos

I am using an event to raise awareness of the talents that young disabled people possess.
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Hayley B

I want to show others how therapeutic water sports can be.
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Lizzie

I want to end negative misconceptions of young people in Cumbernauld.
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‘Becki’

I want to create a resource to help those who’ve experienced abuse recover.
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Martin W

I got into trouble because there wasn't enough to do, so I set up a breakdancing group.
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Alistair

We are spreading positivity in Swansea city centre.
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Nathan

I know how 'legal' highs can mess up your head.
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Callum T

I’m tackling stereotypes to show that dance can be for everyone.
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Curtis J

I am teaching young people to love themselves the way they are.
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'Broke Not Broken'

STV broadcast a Fixers documentary on child poverty in Scotland.
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Amber S

I want adults to understand young people and those with learning difficulties.
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Jennifer

Since my fiance died in a motorcycle accident, I want to improve road safety.
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Imogen

I used to self-harm. Now I am providing support for others who do.
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Samuel

I want people to feel comfortable in their own skin and not worry about appearance.
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Grace

I'm creating a piece of art to highlight the reasons that immigrants come to the UK.
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Marc

I want to inspire young people to get involved in improving local youth services.
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Sophie

I used to get drunk as a student, now I'm challenging young people to stay sober.
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Kimberley D

We want young homeless people to stop being seen as just another statistic.
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Brittany

I'm encouraging young people to recycle their fashion and stop waste.
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'Claire'

My mum was abused until I was nine, I'm helping other young people survive.
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Ben B

I want to transform a communal courtyard into a garden everyone can use.
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'Iona'

I want to help victims of domestic abuse find help.
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Jack and Pierre

We want to educate young people on the dangers of knife fights.
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Jack T

We want to warn young people about the many forms of domestic abuse.
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Abi

I want young people to drive safer after my sister was killed in a car accident.
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Nicole

I’m raising awareness of neurofibromatosis, a condition that causes chronic pain.
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Moira

After losing my brother I want to help others cope with bereavement.
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Martin

I wanted to create the South West’s best skate park for young people.
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Jade

I used to smoke cannabis. Now I want to warn people of the dangers of it.
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Jake S

I used to have depression, but I dealt with it through regular exercise.
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Millie

I want to address the lack of support for young, gay people in Scarborough.
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Kat 

I want people to understand mental health better.
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Sam

I'm raising awareness of male eating disorders through a website.
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Myles

I want employers to take homeless people more seriously.
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Cillian

I'm standing up for LGBT people in Belfast.
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Patricia

We are showing young people the negative effects of legal highs.
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Jamal, Lewis and Mrisi

We want the public to stop making judgements based on ethnicity.
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'Richard'

We want to address the problem of homophobic bullying.
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Kim

I want to help mums whose partners are in the armed forces create support groups.
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Natalie S

We want to end negative stereotypes about roller derby.
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Becky

After having a stroke, I'm raising awareness of the condition in young people.
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Gemma

We made some hard-hitting films about drink, and how it can mess things up.
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Eadie

I'm a traveller, and I want to stop prejudice towards people like me.
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Charlie

I was bullied at school, but now I'm putting a stop to it through a film.
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Venka

I was born to a teen mum and am now informing others about teen pregnancy.
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Megan

With the help of my friends, we're stopping bullying in schools.
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Sarah H

I want young people to better understand mental health conditions.
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Russell

I want others to get tested for heart conditions after I was diagnosed with one at 23.
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