Edmonton Youth at iHuman
“We are young people who range in age from 12 to 24. Many of us have lived in group homes, foster care, or on the streets. We're considered youth at risk because we've had trouble with the law, and we haven't done all that well with staying in one place.
We all have drug or alcohol problems, and some of us are struggling with being abused, or having to battle with problems such as Attention Deficit Disorder. We all want the best, and we're trying to make that happen. That's where iHuman comes in. They have this cool place where we can work on making our dreams come true.” —an iHuman youth
Most of the youth that come to iHuman Youth Society have had to learn the hard way how to survive on the streets of Edmonton. They are defensive, angry, and in most cases not thinking very clearly (usually due to drugs). iHuman takes one step at a time with these kids, helping them tend to their basic needs of clothing, food, and shelter first. From there, trust starts to build...
Through iHuman’s youth outreach programs, Edmonton youth are able to rebuild trust, reconnect with the community, and plan out a practical and positive future. Find out what some of the youth are doing right now:
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