Mason became involved with FOCUS at the age of 16. He was referred by a local community agency in Saffron Lane to our Inspire Project (a year-long personal development project for 14-16 year olds). He threw himself into the project..
We met Abdiqani for the first time at De Montfort University “PAVE in 2017” event.
To the outside world I was a bright, confident, ambitious young woman. With the advantage of coming from a stable home with a private school education – destined for Oxford University and a successful career.
A year-long personal development programme for 13 – 16 year olds that includes residential experiences, community projects, mentoring and workshops
Which supports young people aged 13 – 25 to volunteer at and influence the management of Leicester’s incredible calendar of cultural festivals and events
Supporting young people aged 13 – 25 to develop the strategies and confidence to overcome mental health issues through projects based on our own allotment and in other green spaces
