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Statement from new Board of Trustees - 30th November 2019

Danny B

Name:	Danny Bowman
Age:	18
Year of the Fix:	2013
Location:	Alnwick, Northumberland
Campaign:	To raise awareness about body dysmorphic disorder

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I was diagnosed with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) a few years ago and realised there was a lack support or free services out there for people to get help.

The thing about the condition is people can go as far as feeling like an alien. They feel that others are literally going to pass them in the street and scream at them.

You find faults with your appearance even though there may not be an obvious flaw.

When I was 15, I was told by a modelling agency that I was too fat and this caused me to lose confidence and I became unhappy with my appearance.

I was so preoccupied to the point I was spending ten hours a day in front of the mirror and used to think I could never have a girlfriend or any friends. I was exercising and purging to try to change the way I looked.

With Fixers, I made a short film called ‘Perfection is Impossible’ based on my personal experience of BDD to educate young people and their parents about the condition, as well as reach a wider audience of professionals.

Shortly after launching my Fixers film, my campaign went viral worldwide, garnering media attention and interview requests from across the globe. Covered internationally by hundreds of publications and news sites, it was reported in countries as far-flung as Russia, Bolivia, Indonesia, China, Lebanon and Pakistan.

In addition to raising awareness, my Fix has also helped many others to recognise and get help for this little-known and often misunderstood condition.

On a personal level, the campaign was extremely helpful in my recovery. It gave me something to focus on. Knowing that I was helping other people in the process is a brilliant feeling.

Here is a list of Fixers helping me with my Fix:

Alex Crawley

Courtney Atkinson

Laura Tough

Laura Woods

Peter Woods

Olivia Lightfoot-Jaques

Julie Seed, Department of Psychology, Northumbria University

Senior Lecturer Julie Seed supported my Fixers campaign by providing an explanation of BDD in an interview for my ITV News broadcast story.

BDD Foundation

Minnie Iris is a Trustee at the organisation and supported my project by providing an interview for the ITV News broadcast.

August 2014

I was flown all the way to New York by the American programme ABC News to be interviewed on their flagship show 20/20. You can read the full article by clicking here or click on the image below to watch the full video.

An 18-year-old girl from the Midlands also got in touch to say that seeing my story on ITV's This Morning changed her life. She said that having never heard of BDD before, she has since been diagnosed with the condition and is now on the road to recovery, adding:

'If it wasn't for Danny I think I would still be in the same state I used to be, if not worse. He still inspires me every day and I can't thank him enough.'

June 2014

Fixers CEO Margo Horsley and I were invited to speak on Sky News about the benefits of being a Fixer, and how my campaign has helped me.

I showed my support for Fixers by encouraging others to vote for them as the UK's 'Best Charity' in the National Lottery Awards - and had my story featured in the Hartlepool Mail, Northumberland Gazette and the Evening Chronicle.

Also during this month, I wrote a blog entry for the Huffington Post about government support for mental health services.

May 2014

Since working with Fixers, my campaign has gone international, reaching countries like America, Indonesia, China, Norway, Russia, Vietnam and many more. Click here to read the story about my coverage or click on the links below to read some articles from the different news outlets.

The Daily Mail

The Daily Mail Online

Guardian Liberty Voice

Collective Evolution

International Business Times

USA

Scallywag and Vagabond

NY Daily News

Australia

The Sydney Morning Herald

International Business Times

9 News

News.com

March 2014

I was invited to speak on ITV's Daybreak about body dysmorphic disorder (click the image below to watch). I was asked to specifically discuss one the symptoms of my condition which involved taking hundreds of selfies daily. My story was also featured in the Sunday Mirror.

February 2014

I wrote about my story for the men get eating disorders too! blog. Click the link to read the full post.

January 2014

I was invited to speak about my story on ITV's This Morning. Click here to see the full interview.

The response to my televised interview has been fantastic. You can read some of the Twitter and Facebook comments I received below:

'Well done Danny! I was diagnosed a year ago, and even with therapy and medication I am no where near as brave as you.'

'Doing a brilliant job talking about mental health and BDD. Huge well done on tackling this tough topic.'

'I just happened to be home today and your post encouraged me to turn on the telly. What a lovely young man, radiant. I'm so glad he's found a way through his darkness.'

'Well done Danny for highlighting this!'

December 2013

An article about my story and Fixers project was featured in The Telegraph! Click on the image below to read the article:

November 2013

Following my broadcast piece on ITV and my film screening, I have received loads of positive feedback about my campaign. You can read some of this feedback below.

Adam Hopkinson:

'Just seen you guys on Tyne Tees News and feel grateful that someone has finally wanted to do something about this!'

Wayne Daley:

'Very informative event and now I understand that the illness Body Dysmorphic Disorder is real.'

Molly Kennedy:

'A really impressive event for so many reasons and I loved how honest and personal it was.'

Penny Bowman:
'BDD is real. Now I feel I can spread that word to friends and family.'

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'Lisa'

I am raising awareness about child grooming and sexual exploitation.

‘Becki’

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

'Lilly'

I want school staff to be more sympathetic to a young carer's circumstances.

Becky

I want to support the partners of people in prison and help them better understand the criminal...

Nancy Tupling

I want young people to think carefully about how they dispose of plastic.

Jennii

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

Rachel C

I want to keep traditional Scottish music alive.

Joimy

I told my story of my tough teenage years to inspire others to turn their lives around.

Cynthia Tafrey

I want all children to be given the same opportunities regardless of where they were born

Ryan

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

Shauna Webb

I want to show the importance of youth clubs and prevent closures

Caitlin Palmer

I've created a film to help me and my friends with the transition to college.

'Amelia'

I'm raising awareness about 'kinship care' as I was brought up by my grandparents

Skye

We want young carers to get the recognition they deserve.

Naomi Lloyd

I want people to recognise that eating disorders are a mental illness

'Alice'

I want to show domestic abuse isn't exclusive to heterosexual couples

Aine

We want those with learning disabilities to be treated with respect.

Jojo

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

Jo-James

I want more support for LGBT young adults, especially in rural communities.

Deborah

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

Jordan S

I want to help those with learning difficulties express themselves.

Jonny

I want to inspire women to get out of abusive relationships.

Cathal Burke

I want to show the benefits of pets being used for therapeutic purposes.

Eilidh

I want food allergies to be recognised as a serious condition.

Christian

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

'Layla'

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

Alice Schweigert

I want to warn young people not to be taken in and get involved in fraud

Claire G

I want eating disorders in young people to be taken seriously.

Kyle R

We want to show young people that dance can change their lives for the better.

Terry

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

Tammy

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

Jennifer Stevens

My team and I want to help tackle hate crime.

Lowri

I want to promote happiness in Ebbw Vale and defeat negativity.

Gurdesh

We want doctors to talk to patients with learning disabilities.

Jordan O'Gorman

I want to tackle homophobic and transphobic bullying.

Daniel T

My team and I want to those with disabilities to be treated equally and with respect.

Fern Lulham

I want to show people the power of positive thinking.

Izak Jackson

I want to encourage people to keep coastlines clean

Matt S

I want to change negative stereotypes of homeless people.

Jay Connor

I want people to ask themselves whether their last pint is worth someone's life.

Katy

I want to show others how beneficial it can be to find clothes in charity shops.

Kayleigh

I want there to be more support for families dealing with dementia.

Charlotte B

I’m using my experiences to help young people steer clear of drugs.

Shanice

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

Jamal, Lewis and Mrisi

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

Lewis R

My team and I want to inspire other young people to explore the Lake District.

Abi H

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

Hatty

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

Luke Moynan

I want to push for a better bus service for young people in Cornwall

'Jane'

I want to urge professionals working with young CSE victims to treat them with respect

Kay

I want people who are transgender to be accepted for who they are.

Danny

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

Alizeh Abdul Rahman

I want to highlight the benefits of religious education in schools

Ben M

Bodybuilder Ben is raising awarness about the dangers of steroids.

Katie F

We're promoting community cohesion by organising a litter picking event.

Kieran Benito-Knight

I want to improve understanding of gender identity

Jamie

I want to bring people together to fight cyberbullying.

Tori

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

Jenni Brooks

I want people to stop censoring their lives online.

Ash

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

Ali L

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

Lydia

My team and I want others to recognise the vital role played by young carers.

Lucinda Larnach

I have developed an acronym to help drivers stay safe on the roads.

Venka

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

Jessica Ofori-Forbes

I want to encourage young carers to look after themselves

Danny T

I want people to be aware of the devastating impact bullying can have.

Devan

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

Francis

I want to encourage walking enthusiasts in the Lake District to stay safe.

Neil

We want to get young people interested in American Football.

Garreth

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

Faith Peddie

We want to reduce the stigma around mental health.

Sam Barakat

I want it to be easier for young people to access CAMHS

Zahra Dadd

I want others with multicultural backgrounds to be proud of who they are.

Kimmy

I want young people to see beyond labels.

Eadie

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

Lee Morriss

I want to encourage people to be kind in their everyday lives

Joe Holdsworth

Knife crime is the top concern for young people, so we've made a film about the dangers.

Abi Fraser

I want people to take antibiotics with care

James L

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

Jordan Jones

I want children to appreciate other cultures and not discriminate against them.

‘Michael Knight’

I want people with bipolar disorder to reach out and seek help.

Jen

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

Jared

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

Canterbury Young Mums

We want to tackle the stereotypes attached to young mums.

Isreal Genius

I want young people to get more involved with technology

Jemma A

I want young people to speak openly about bereavement.

Sebastian

We’re bringing artists and residents together to appreciate our local community.

Jemma

We want to make communities safer by ridding them of drugs and legal highs.

Richard Manning

I want to warn others about the dangers of drug taking after I became addicted.

Amy-Leigh

My team and I want to help put a stop to cyberbullying.

Kieran and Kaitlin

We want to eliminate negative stereotypes of young people.

"Sarah"

I’m campaigning for better support for survivors of rape.

Juliana

I want to encourage others to see themselves through their friends' eyes.

Hannah A

We want young people to be careful about what they share online.

Pembe

We want less division between the police and young people

Becky H

I want teachers and schools to be aware of the difficulties young carers face.

Sian

We want to help people better understand self-harm so those affected can seek help.

Megan Hinton

I'm tackling the stigma of grieving for a pet

Jayne

We want to show parents how children can be affected if they witness domestic abuse.

Vicky

I want others to recognise that being homeless is nothing to be ashamed of.

Bobbiejoe

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

Me and my friends want young people to know that calories aren't the enemy!

I want young people to understand that calories are just another word for energy, which is...

Nicole Barrow

We want older members of our community to take us seriously.

Bethany Roberts

I want to help young people build resilience against labels

Kayleigh J

I want to end the stigma against single parent families.

Rebecca F

I want young mums to not give up on their ambitions.

Katherine

I want to let other young people with alopecia know they're not alone.

Olivia G

I want to help tackle hate crime and encourage multiculturalism.

Ashley Marks

I want to highlight looming major changes to young people's housing benefit

Kim W

A Fixer from London is showing other mums the benefits of breastfeeding.

Serena

I want to warn others of the dangers of legal highs.

Ben C

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

Fatema

I want to encourage employers to give people with no work experience a chance.

Gemima

We want to end gender stereotypes at work.

Theo and Dec

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

William Hawcroft

I want to show what bullying feels like from both perspectives.

Lucy McDowell

We want those who’ve experienced sexual harassment to know it’s wrong and come forward

Raymond Lillycrop

I want to encourage employers to give disabled people a chance

Jess Benton

I want to encourage people to accept autism

Caitlin G

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

Harry

I want others to try martial arts to improve physical and mental well-being.

Jack and Pierre

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

Rae Bolton

I am campaigning to raise awareness about bullying in schools

Janette C

I want to show people what life is like with Crohn's disease.

'Ben'

I want to encourage people not to let domestic violence shape their lives

Bethy Rose

We want to show that having a disability doesn't make you different.

Jade Ward

I want to challenge the stereotypes attached to care leavers.

Steven

I want to help educate young people about the Scottish referendum.

Carina

My team and I want to see better support offered to young adult carers.

Chloe Geer

I want to help young people bond with their foster carers

Jordan C

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

Antony

I want to show how bullying can affect young people in later life

Kobe Still

I want to encourage young people to have compassion for veterans

Luke A

I want to show others what life with autism can be like.

‘Paige’

I want single parents to think carefully about who they let into the family home.

Ashton

I want to show others the therapeutic value of music.

Joanne

I want to encourage young drivers to be safer on the roads in my area.

Paula

I want to raise awareness of pole fitness so it's taken seriously as a sport.

Kieran F

I want people to stay safe at the beach.

Bethan

I’m tackling the stigma attached to the homeless by promoting street football.

Aldous

I want to show that having diabetes doesn’t have to rule your life.

Richard

As a blind singer, I'm challenging music industry stereotypes.

Louise

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

Toby

My team and I want to stop young people smoking by highlighting the health risks.

Jade

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

Peter

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

Lenishae

I want to empower young people to make their own decisions in life.

Frank D

We want to change the negative image of young people in east Belfast.

Becky B

I want drivers to be aware of the presence of cyclists.

Lauren Seward

I want to show you can have fun without getting drunk

'Máire'

I’m showing what could be seen as bully behaviour.

Sarah

With the help of my friends, I'm making people aware of homophobic bullying.

Billie

I want to inspire more women to feel empowered.

Janine Carapatan

I want to stop people being bullied because of their differences

Richard W

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

Tyler

My team and I are campaigning to end sexual harassment.

Ruvimbo

I want people to focus on what is important in life.

Michelle M

I’m urging others not to treat people with disabilities differently.

Ben Simms

I want people with disabilities to consider a career in sport regardless of other people's...

Bethan S

I want to prevent young people from becoming bullies.

Adam F

I'm warning of violence caused by drink after my brother was killed in a drunken attack.

Sophie K

We want to show others how volunteering can help them gain skills for employment.

'Anna'

I want to show young people living with an alcoholic parent that help is available.

Lysette Hacking

I want to get more women into construction jobs

Ciarán

I want students to look out for vulnerable people in their midst on campus.

Lanai Collis-Phillips

A campaign to encourage positive body image.

Sam K

I want young homeless people to stay strong and not lose hope.

Tonicha Simpson

I want to help people communicate with friends battling mental illness

Mary-Kate

I want to warn other young people about bogus modelling agencies.

Abbie K

We want to show others with mental health issues that obstacles can be overcome.

Scott

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

Alex H

I want to inspire young people to get active and try sports like dance and parkour.

Marti

I want to show that disabled people have a lot to offer in the workplace.

Alice B

My team and I want to help make Cardiff more accessible for people with disabilities.

Lauryn

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

Andreas

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

Louise Bown

I want to show mental health doesn't define who you are

Natalie C

My sister was bullied and I want to stop others going through the same.

Sophie Drogomirecki

I have created a signalling system so teachers are aware who is a young carer.

Chelsey

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

Jazz

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

Stephen B

We want employers to recognise the potential of job applicants with dyslexia.

Abigail

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

Ryan Terry

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

Stephanie

I want others who’ve experienced bullying to know they’re not alone.

Jessica R

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

James H

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

Jodie Broadley

I want to show people how serious Body Dysmorphic Disorder is

Victoria C

We want to help young people identify early signs of eating disorders.

Ryan H

I want to warn other young people about the possible dangers of legal highs.

Muge

I want to see greater diversity within the TV industry.

Emma G

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

'Andrea'

I want teachers to look beyond disruptive behaviour and ask if there is a problem.

Ashia

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

Shannon Cole

I want to help other young people dealing with anxiety.

Jessica N

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

Ebonie Norris

I want people to see there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Josh Adams

I want professionals to engage more with young people who are caring for relatives with mental...

Shakka

I want to promote mutual understanding between men and women.

'Emily' & 'Amy'

We are highlighting how having a parent in prison can impact children's lives.

Jack O

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

Jennifer

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

Alicja

I want people with disabilities to be treated in the same way as everyone else.

'Millie'

My friend and I were victims of cyber bullying - we're using this experience to help others.

Chris Bird

Chris wants people with mental health issues to embrace their differences

Chloe G

We're spreading joy with random acts of kindness in Glasgow.

Ella

My team and I want others our age to take more of an interest in politics.

Gary H

I want young people to become volunteers for Maryport Inshore Rescue Service.

Charley Zakrzewski

I want to encourage people to make the most of their lives

Jemma Watson

I want young people to feel confident to pursue arts-based careers

Laura H

I want to encourage young people with mental health conditions to seek help.

Chloe B

I want to help medical professionals better understand chronic cluster headaches.

‘Lena’

I want to help teachers and other professionals to spot the signs of abuse in others.

Summer

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

Tasha & Kemi

We're sisters who turned our lives around after jail.

Tobi

I want more people screened for underlying heart conditions.

Aisya

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

Armando

I put drink, drugs and getting into trouble behind me, when I found a sport I love.

Shay

I want to tackle Islamophobia.

Jacque

I want to show young people the consequences of crime.

'Your Shout' Group

We want to show that people with disabilities should not be treated differently.

Freya

With the bee population in decline, Freya is encouraging people to take action.

Rebecca C

My team and I want to help others understand what it’s like to be a young carer.

David

We want to encourage people to offer support to those with mental health conditions.

Stephan

Stephan is encouraging young people to be themselves.

Nick

I want young people in Mid Wales to try local trades and crafts.

Mike

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

Lauren Sloan

I want to highlight the systems in place to help those with mental ill health.

Orla

I turned plastic waste from my town into a sculpture to stop waste.

Mackenzy

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

Hayley M

We want young people to be clear on cancer and get checked sooner.

Chloe J

I want to encourage young people to stay in school and get an education.

RO.Z.B

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

Zishi Zhang

I want to encourage young people to vote

Nicola

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

Dale

I want to raise the profile of the music scene in my quiet town of Yate.

Onyi

I want women to feel confident and happy with their natural hairstyle.

John L

My team and I want to ensure that young disabled people don’t feel isolated.

Charlene W

Charlene is encouraging parents of children with special needs to share stories

Stacey B

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

Laura M

Having lived with OCD, I’m helping others understand the condition.

Keeley

I want to empower women to feel confident in who they are.

Khadeeja

I want to promote diversity within the creative media industries.

Chloe & Judith

We want to challenge preconceptions about albinism

James Cain

I'm campaigning to protect youth services.

Megan F

We want people to stop judging others based on where they live.

Michael & Efosa

We want young people to have a career that they are happy with

Kat M

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

Stuart R

I want young people in Fife to follow their passion for art.

Emily Long

I want people to learn basic mental health first aid skills

Rianna

I want youngsters to know how to behave correctly in different situations.

Mac Cook

I want to highlight the reality of life for teens in isolated rural communities

Jermaine

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

Jennifer T

We want to encourage men who are experiencing domestic abuse to seek help.

Rhunedd

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

Vicki D

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

'Ashley'

I want people to realise that LGBT hate crime is still an issue in 21st-century Britain.

Lindsey

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

Shauna

I have amnesia and I now want to help others in similar situations.

Matt Hood

I want to combat the bullying of transgender teens by educating schoolchildren about what it means...

Allie

My group and I are educating teachers of the struggles students with mental health issues face.

Tilly and Bella

Tilly and Bella want to show life in a women's refuge can be a positive experience.

Jake D

We want young people to be mindful of cybercrime.

Amy

I want more people to be tested for HIV so it's not inadvertently spread.

'Hannah'

I want to show young people with mental illnesses that recovery is possible.

Reuben

We want others our age to speak out about mental health.

Beth S

I’m showing people that too many energy drinks can potentially harm their health.

Chloe

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

Craig Hadwin

I want to prevent discrimination and celebrate diversity

Michelle G

We’re encouraging young people to spend less time using technology.

Lou Rapado-Evans

I want to help people to understand the term 'non-binary'.

Temi

I grew up surrounded by gangs, and now I'm challenging people's beliefs about them.

Ariane

I want to make sure older people don't get left behind with technology.

Jamie O

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

Tamara Pereira

A campaign to make work experience in Wales compulsory.

Paris

I want people to talk about domestic violence against men.

Star

I want people to know how learning self-defence can improve self-esteem.

Robyn W

I want people to talk openly about their mental health.

Megan Oyinka

I want the voting age to be lowered to 16

Hannah U

My team and I want to raise awareness about sexual consent.

Amy B

My team and I want to show others the benefits of volunteering.

Katie Goodall

I want to improve support for students with physical and learning disabilities

Tapfuma

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

Oscar M

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

Daniel C

My team and I want to encourage others to participate in social action.

Frances

My team and I want to help others understand how we effectively manage diabetes.

Jessica Starns

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

Chelsea

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

Poppy

I’m proof of the life-changing impact of organ donation.

Paula D

I want to support others who experience panic attacks.

Emma-Rose

I want to encourage young people to recognise natural beauty.

'Jayme-Leigh'

I want medical professionals to better understand the needs of young patients.

Carrie

We want parents of premature babies to know that support is available.

Sonny Hawkins

I want to battle the stigmas attached to autism and mental health

Beccy

We want to see an end to sexism and gender discrimination.

Aimee

I want to show others that experiences with bullies shouldn't define you.

Nicole S

We want young people to make responsible choices when it comes to parenthood.

Jake Kelly

I want to show how unemployment affects young people

Millie Whiteford

Millie wants women to be inspired to follow their ambitions.

Zanele

I want cheerleading to be taken more seriously as a sport.

Charmaine

I want young people in care realise they can succeed in life.

Chloe Reains

I want to get more support for young carers in schools

Steve M

We want young drivers in modified cars to be treated with respect.

Sophia

I want to challenge misconceptions about Tourette’s syndrome.

Jasmine

I want schools to better understand the bereavement process.

Laksha

We want to show young people the impact of behaving anti-socially.

Emma-Louise

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

Mason Wheaton

I want to encourage young people to dress only for themselves.

Samantha R

My group and I want the public to be more compassionate toward homeless people.

Sian Bentley

I want to help prevent flooding in my town.

Hannah Baker

Hannah is helping others process their emotions following a cancer diagnosis.

Sophie L

I want to make sure young parents are getting the support they need.

Faye Draper

I want to show that street harassment is unacceptable

Charlotte T

I want more people to see the physical and emotional benefits of sport.

Dante

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

Aadam

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

Aaron

I want to show that people with learning difficulties should be treated equally.

Alisha Mitchell

I want to show the effect gang life has on families

Natasha Mead

I want to get people with disabilities involved in sport

Sam J

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

Jade Kingdom

A campaign to stop passengers feeling obliged to get in the car with an unsafe driver.

Charlotte Richardson

I want young carers to aspire to a life beyond caring.

Nancy

I've been lucky and had good foster care, but others have not. I want to change this.

‘Tom’

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

Dan

I want to encourage people to become foster carers.

Hannah B

I want people with ME to be taken seriously so they can get the help they need.

Atlanta Slater

I want people to express their emotions creatively

Dionne McFarlane

I want to help people with endometriosis get help sooner.

Josh A

My team and I are helping school children learn about cooking and nutrition.

Rebekka Howie

I want to encourage people to be more accepting of different sexualities.

'Rachel'

I want to help others spot the warning signs of domestic abuse.

Stephen M

We want people with special needs to be treated fairly

Robbie

I want to educate students about home security to help prevent burglaries.

Simran Kaur

I want to encourage people with mental ill-health to ask for help

Craig M

I’m warning others of the pitfalls of spending too much time on the internet.

Alfie

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

Chanelle H

I want young people being sexually exploited to ask for help

Katie-Louise

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

Kirsty

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

Emily J

We want cheerleading to be seen as a serious sport.

Michael L

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

Kathryn J

I want to show that with the right support, young people can live independently.

Leanne

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

Kevin M

I want to encourage young people to steer clear of legal highs.

Aaron M

My team and I want young people to aim high and do what they love.

Ruth

I want to improve people’s understanding of hypermobility syndrome.

Josh Connor

I want to raise the profile of invisible illnesses like ME.

Cydney

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

Hannah Khan

I want young women to believe in their abilities

Lauren G

I want to highlight the challenges faced by those living with autism.

Catherine L

I want young parents to get the credit they deserve without being negatively judged.

Alexa

I want to ensure school leavers are aware of the options available to them.

Christina

I want to encourage young people to take up basketball.

Hannah J

I want to challenge prejudice against young parents.

Ross Williams

I want to show the impact of cuts on youth clubs.

Richie

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

Louis

We want people going through bereavement to know the importance of talking to someone.

Carly C

I want people to ignore pressures to look perfect and encourage them to be themselves.

Shem

We want to show young people how peer pressure can take them down the wrong path.

'Alice'

I want to encourage people who are self-harming to ask for help

Tobias

I want to make people smile so Wrexham is a brighter, happier place.

Charlotte Lenman

I want to help young people experiencing low self-esteem.

Gennifer

I want others to know where to find help when dealing with loss of a loved one.

Angus

We want to increase people's understanding of Asperger's syndrome.

Nathan McCard

I want to encourage young people who are being bullied to speak out

Charlotte V

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

Laura W

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

Adelh

We want to show that people of all nationalities should be treated with respect.

Pauric

We want people to follow their dreams and not be influenced by gender stereotypes.

Mia

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

Rachel Frier

I want to educate young people on the risks of online grooming.

Gareth D

I want to inspire homeless people into employment.

Emily Reynolds

I want to encourage children to eat healthy foods.

Morgan Williams

I want the Customs Roundabout Underpasses to be safer

Nathan S

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

Hannah Lucas

Hannah wants to educate people on the dangers of eating disorders.

Rebecca E

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

Jade

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

Amber

I want to advise young people on how to do well in a job interview.

David

I want to encourage the integration of disabled students at my college.

'Catherine'

I want children to keep children safe by teaching them about their 'private parts'

Gemma M

As young farmers we want to encourage others to take an interest in agriculture.

Ursula

We want to make pedestrian crossings safer for those with disabilities.

Ashley Johnson

I want to get people talking about ADHD

Emma Gray

My team and I want young people to feel comfortable in their own skin.

'Chloe'

I want to challenge the stigma that surrounds different drugs

Rachel Byrne

My team and I want young ex-offenders to be given a second chance.

'Sarah'

I want young people who have been sexually abused to seek help.

Chris W

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

Louise Morris

My team and I hope to shock teenagers about the dangers of smoking.

Guy Holness

I want to inspire creativity in young people

Ellie Hawcutt

Ellie wants to raise awareness about body stereotypes in the dance industry.

Callum

I want to make legal street art more accessible.

Mary-Anne White and Lucy Wills

To raise awareness about dermatillomania.

Natalie

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

Michael

My team and I want people to take teenage depression seriously.

Layne McShane

I want people to seek out real role models instead of looking up to celebrities.

Shannon Johnson

I want to encourage women to play rugby

Holly P

We’re holding theatre workshops to help others deal with issues like bullying.

'Meredith'

I'm helping young people spot the signs of domestic abuse.

Lucy Mathison

I developed an eating disorder aged eight and want to raise awareness of the illness

Lewis Wright

I want to smash gender stereotypes in sport

'Sara'

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

'Coonian Fixers'

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

Stuart

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

Zeynab

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

Steven B

My team and I want to help the homeless access support in Fife.

Veronica

I want young people to celebrate cultural differences in their relationships.

Jessica S

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

Colette

I want to change the stereotypes people have towards blindness.

Norfolk Road Safety Team

After the death of a friend, we want to improve road safety.

Sophie

I want teachers to discourage pupils from bullying each other

Farid Saleh

I want to tackle negative attitudes towards care leavers

Kieran O'Shea

I want people to see the positive contributions young people are making in our community.

Laurence Griffin

I want careers advice provided to young people to improve

Alex

We’re showing people the benefit of a positive outlook through acts of kindness.

Cat

We want school pupils to be taught what is healthy in a relationship.

Kieran M

My team and I want mental health issues to be taken seriously.

Rediat Abayneh

I want to encourage British people to appreciate where they live

Josh R

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

"Tom"

Neglected as a child, I am giving hope to others with troubled pasts.

Leonie

I want to encourage young people to join youth organisations.

Rachel Collins

I want to show young people that exercise can improve their mental health.

Terri

I found the strength within me to stop taking cocaine.

Lauren Murchison

I want young mothers dealing with post- natal depression to speak about their emotions.

Jenna

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

'Ellie'

I want to show that drug use can be a cry for help

Abbie

I want to encourage people to report domestic violence.

Conor H

I want to show people how sport can teach you skills for life.

Jess Oman

I want to encourage young people not to believe everything they read online

Hannah Raine

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

Ryan Howells

I want to improve support for young people with dyslexia in schools

Jordan B

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

Jolene

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

Ackley Da Silva

I want to encourage victims of sexual abuse to seek help

Ashleigh Parker

I want to encourage young people to befriend the elderly in their community

Adonis

We want employers to recognise the skills those with learning disabilities have to offer.

Jorjia Reed

I want other people who’ve been bullied to know that they can get through it.

Marianna

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

Hollie R

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

Jessica Burris

Jessica wants to spread the message that drink driving is for losers.

Ayesha Khan

I want to get more young people involved in politics

Paige Sheerin

I want others to take time giving something back in their local community.

James B

I want young people with mental health issues to write about their feelings.

Juwaria

I want to give courage to domestic violence victims.

Megan L

We want people to spot the signs of eating disorders so others can get help.

Patricia

We are showing young people the negative effects of legal highs.

Jake S

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

Harry Bowden

I want to get more young people to take an interest in historic buildings

Ali

I love baking and want to show students how to cook nutritious food on a budget.

Jack S

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

Ollie T

My team and I are hoping to give Birmingham a boost with a day of good gestures.

The Freedom Group

We want to raise awareness of child labour to help put a stop to it.

Kayleigh Clinton

I want to tell LGBT+ teens that coming out doesn't have to be a big deal.

Nicole

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

Ben Evans

I want to encourage openness about being transgender

Jenny B

I want to end negative stereotypes associated with Asperger’s syndrome

Matthew Bousfield

I want people with ill mental health to be listened to.

Samantha A

We want to highlight the impact of sectarianism on young people.

Stacey

I'm raising awareness to cancer using poignant portraits.

Chloe Boyd

My team and I are urging people not to judge others based on appearances.

Mark

My team and I want to challenge negative perceptions of young people in care.

Naomi Ebanks

After my friend was stabbed, I want others to think twice before carrying a knife.

Brent

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

Sarah Baker

We want teens to know that it's okay to say no to dangerous online challenges.

Kerisha

My team and I want to inspire others to take an interest in environmental issues.

Sophie T

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

Jess Ogelsby

We want to help young people stay safe online.

Ben B

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

Ianto

I want to offer support and encouragement to people with speech disorders.

Andrew M

My team and I want to encourage young people to get involved in sport.

Carlos

My group and I are inspiring young people to unlock their creative talents.

Emma D

I'm helping young people with ME understand that they can get better.

Jai

I want people to be more accepting of transgender relationships.

Bethany W

We want young people in rural communities to learn first aid.

Jade C

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

Matin Zoormand

Matin wants more people to talk about racism

Sam T

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

Emily Radford

My team and I want young people to take more care when crossing the road.

Sam Womack

We want to prepare young people leaving care for what lies ahead.

Onyx

I want to help boost self-esteem among teenage girls

Rhian

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

Gabriel Ledson

I want to educate people about autism

Jessica Jayne

I want to encourage understanding of mental health issues.

Shaunie McAvoy

Shaunie wants to call out catcalling.

Josh Kennedy

I want to show young people how important it is to have a good education

Ted

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

Iona

We're showing bullies that their actions can ruin lives.

Suzy

With the help of my friends, I'm highlighting homelessness in my area.

Kaitlyn

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

'Alisa'

I want professionals to spot the signs of CSE

Anita

I’m urging young people not to suffer bullying in silence.

Emma F

My team and I want to encourage students to talk about mental health.

Connor

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

Alicia Falconer

I want to help people understand what it's like to live with OCD

Anna

My team and I want universities to help asylum seekers access higher education.

Courtney

I want to highlight the effects of domestic violence on children who witness it.

“Emma”

I want to show adults how to spot the signs of child sexual abuse.

Lowri Jones

I have made a booklet for bullies and those at the hands of them.

Sean

I want to discourage people from suicide and encourage them to talk when they feel down.

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Daniel Habte

I had to flee my homeland for a better life, and want UK teens to appreciate what they've got.

Lana

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

Louie Greenwood

I want to persuade public venues to offer and advertise gender neutral toilets

Georgina B

I want shopkeepers to view young people as equals.

Ethan Mcinally

Ethan wants to raise awareness about drugs and alcohol abuse.

Nichola Wright

I want to encourage more young women to pursue a career in engineering

Melissa J

My team and I want to help young people live independently and manage their money.

Sam Kaye

I’m encouraging young people with disabilities to try martial arts.

Thalia

I want to encourage victims of bullying to reach out for help.

Yasmine

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

Liza

We want to change people's negative perceptions of the circus.

Piers

We feel that cuts to youth services will negatively impact young people's lives.

Cara

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

Ippy Gupta

I want to encourage young people to talk about depression

Arshad

I'm asking others not to judge those with hidden illnesses.

Ferhaz Alam

I want people to understand the consequences of unsafe driving, even for a second.

Derby College Fixers

We want others our age to stay strong and never give up.

Cameron Farish

Cameron wants to help people understand that Dyspraxia is.

Jane

I want to raise awareness and understanding about eating disorders.

Carleigh

We want people to know that homophobia is no laughing matter.

Amber S

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

Kat P

I want people with eating disorders to be offered treatment earlier.

Kyle

I spent most of my childhood in care, and know that taking the wrong path is easy.

Emma Rogerson

I want to persuade men not to take their own lives.

Danielle

I want to encourage diversity in North Shields.

Ashleigh

I want to help people understand chronic fatigue syndrome.

Ocean

I want those with alopecia to feel better understood.

'Bella'

I want to help young people discover their sexual orientation.

Connie Chadwick

A campaign to encourage better road safety.

Jahtoya

I want to see more support for homeless people.

Charlie S

My team and I want to challenge negative perceptions of young people in care.

Anna Maria Dean

My anxiety was bad at school. I hope this film helps teachers understand it better.

Craig

We want to change negative misconceptions of young offenders

Fiona

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

Jasmine Rankin

I want prospective employers to give disabled people a chance

Kirstie Greer

I want to show a 'one size fits all' approach to mental health doesn't work

Leigh

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

Shanya

I want those with endometriosis to be better understood.

Lisa

I want older generations to change the way they view young people

Kayleigh H

I want young people to be more aware of the dangers on the roads.

Lucy E

I am using my guide dog to help younger children understand visual impairment.

Jack W

My team and I are encouraging other young people to take an interest in history.

Sophie Elston

Sophie wants to help other young carers through support groups.

Nick Walker

I want the young unemployed to recognise their self-worth

Keziah

I want to help other young parents give their children healthy meals.

Cairo

I want to show homeless young people that help is out there.

Emma Oldfield

I want better support for people with eating disorders.

Charlene

I want to show others, who are coping with grief, that help is available.

Josie M

We want to challenge the stigma of those with learning disabilities.

Moira

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

Calum

I want people to consider the benefits of volunteering abroad.

Saurav

We want young people to consider the impact their life decisions can have.

Corin

I want mental health in young people to be taken seriously.

Leah

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

Shane Donaghy

I want to educate people about Asperger's Syndrome

Kayley Walton

I have created a leaflet encouraging people to see the good in change.

Laurie

I want to show people the impact of having family deployed overseas.

Luis John

I want to help people understand Asperger's Syndrome

Kate Grant

I want to show that having a disability doesn’t make you less capable

Kerry H

I'm tackling stigma about eating disorders so that young people can spot the signs.

Abbie Samuel

I want young actors to be careful when responding to online adverts.

Tholani

I want young people of African descent to embrace their ancestral language.

Choman

I want to educate cyclists and drivers on how to share the road safely.

Sandra

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

Mia D

I want to warn people of the dangers of drink driving.

Adam B

I want to send a message out to young people about the risk of being groomed.

Tasmin

I want people with albinism to be proud of who they are.

Amy Hepburn

I want to show that young people get arthritis too

'Michael'

I want to show how alcoholism effects not just the drinker, but loved ones as well.

Phoebe Pope

I want to educate people about absence seizures

Rory

I want people to understand the issues faced by those with disabilities.

Jay

My team and I want more people to see freerunning as a positive activity.

Leanne

I want to give parents the right tools to help children who are self-harming.

Josh Carter

We want people to put away distractions and concentrate when crossing the road.

Kirstie Watson

A campaign to help people deal with life after terror

Lauren B

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

India Gale

I want to challenge perceptions of beauty

Ryan C

My team and I want to stop young drivers taking risks on the roads.

Mikaela

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

Jack T

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

Alexandra Garrick

Alexandra wants to help start a conversation about Dissociative Disorder.

Katie M

I want young people to know they're not alone when it comes to talking about self-harm.

Abbie J

We're using free hugs and high-fives to spread good cheer in Manchester.

John

I was bullied for being in care. I want to stop this happening to others.

Hannah M

We want people to take up sports they enjoy, unaffected by gender stereotypes.

Kimberley D

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

'Sam'

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

Shah

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

Lewis L

I want to help others express themselves through music.

Niomi

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

Lee

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

Lydia Hague

I want to raise awareness about panic attacks.

Corinna

I'm raising awareness of asexuality to prevent negative misconceptions.

Hanna

I want people who have severe allergic reactions to know they’re not alone.

Amy P

I want to raise awareness of sex trafficking in the UK.

James S

A group of friends and I created a DVD to stop homophobic bullying.

Emma-Louise Petrie

I want to encourage young women from Falkirk to achieve their goals

Sanya

We want young people to know their rights during a police stop and search.

Eloise

I’ve been bullied and want to help prevent others going through the same.

Darryl

I'm campaigning for more employment opportunities for young people.

Aby & Eryn

We want to highlight the physical and emotional benefits of pole fitness.

Calvin Glen

I want to increase the public's understanding of Asperger's Syndrome

James K

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

Manus Corr

We want to show the downsides to social media

Sarah D

We want to improve relations between different generations in our community.

Elise

I want young people to take care of their mental health.

Carla

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

Naomi Rodgers

I want to highlight how hard it can be to discuss your own mental health issues.

Brittany

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

Lisa K

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

I want teenagers in care to know they can achieve their dreams.

Maddy

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

Georgina A

I want those with mental health conditions to be confident in pursuing their goals.

Cassy Del Busso

I want people to realise a life is more important than a phone call.

Denis

We want to make people more deaf aware by promoting the use of sign language.

Ernest

My team and I want to help improve relations between young people where we live.

Kayleigh

I want to encourage people to be themselves

Curtis G

I want to show others that people with dyslexia aren’t stupid.

Philip

I want people to stop wasting food.

Jem

We want young people to consider work based training as an alternative to university.

Sophie Bishop

The group want to make positive changes to the curriculum

Maria

I want others with facial palsy to know that they're not alone.

Lloyd Cottrell

I want people with stammers to know there is hope and with help they can speak with confidence.

Joshua H

To encourage victims of trolling to stay strong.

'Zack'

I want to highlight the challenges young transgender people face.

Stan

We want people to see the struggles you can face living on benefits.

Emma S

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

Damian

I want to tackle the stigma attached to young people on benefits.

Ellie E

I'm keen for young people to take an interest in politics.

'Kate'

I am concerned that not enough people understand the reality of Jihadi Brides

Sadie F

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

Sabrina

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

Abi

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

Tayah

We want young people to recognise when a relationship is unhealthy.

Eugene

We want to change the way some local older residents perceive young people.

Harvey

I want care leavers to aim for their full potential in life.

Megan McNern

I want to challenge the negative use of anonymous social media sites.

Alex J

I want to help other people understand what it means to be transgender.

Laura K

I want to use my experiences to pass on lifesaving information.

Khizer

I want other young Asian Scots to remember the stories of their grandparents.

'Jackie'

I want to warn teenagers about the signs of an unhealthy and abusive relationship.

Jo

I’m hoping to end misconceptions about eating disorders.

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Martin W

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

Rhiane

I am campaigning for bus fares in Torbay to be lowered.

Delyth

We want pupils who feel worried at school to know they can talk to someone.

Daniel M

I want to show the impact of cuts to youth services

Emmanuel

I want to encourage a more positive perception of asylum seekers.

Rachael

My group and I want people to better understand borderline personality disorder.

Monica

My team and I are challenging gender stereotypes in sport.

Hein

We created a game to help kids in rural Cumbria make healthier lifestyle choices.

Glen O'Gorman

Through performance art, I'm showing the impact cyber bullying can have.

Abbie

We want young people with mental health conditions to get better support at school.

George A

My team and I want to encourage young people to open up to peer mentors.

Millie

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

Paige H

My team and I want to challenge negative perceptions of street dance.

Frances D

I am raising awareness of Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome.

Katy H

I want to inspire young people in care and encourage them to stay out of trouble.

'John'

I want young people to choose a positive future regardless of their upbringing.

Eve

I want students, who are feeling stressed about exams, to speak to someone.

Sheree

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

Serena Arthur

I want to encourage young children to enjoy literacy

Freddy

We want to end negative attitudes towards people who are LGBTQ.

Sam G

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

Ashlea

Through a football tournament, I'm bringing young people together.

Raveena Nandra

I want people to know that it is important to deal with bereavement

Zoe W

I hope my experiences will stop other young people rushing into cosmetic surgery.

'Rebecca'

I'm warning other young people of the dangers of online grooming.

Tom

I want to tackle the misconceptions surrounding Tourette's syndrome.

Simon B

We want employers to offer work experience that offers people genuine career skills.

Lizzie D

I want to empower women by encouraging them to be confident in themselves.

Reece

I want young people affected by self-harm to feel able to ask for help.

Taylor

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

Joshua

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

Stephen Quigley

I want to tackle hate crime against people with learning disabilities

Charlie Bowie

I want people caring for relatives with alcohol or drug addictions to get help

Ryan T

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

Hollie C

I want to challenge people who say ME is not a 'real' illness.

Josh S

I want to encourage people not to bow to peer pressure when it comes to sex.

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