Stories of belonging

Change happens one person at a time.

Voices from young people, parents, mentors, volunteers, and community partners.

For the first time I walked into a room and nobody needed me to pretend. Somebody just saved me a seat.

Participant story

Example — youth mentorship

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I signed up thinking I would be the one giving. Two years later I am the one who has grown the most.

Mentor story

Example — volunteer mentor

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My daughter came home lighter. She had somewhere to put everything she was carrying.

Parent story

Example — family & community

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These are sample stories showing the layout. Real stories are published only with written consent, and never identify a young person without guardian consent.

Have a story to share?

If iBelong has been part of your journey, we would love to hear about it — on your terms, with your consent, and only as much as you want to share.

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