Sammie's Story
Hey, I’m Sammie. Back when I was a teen, mainstream school just didn’t click for me. I wasn’t into it - rules, homework, and getting along with teachers or classmates felt impossible. Plus, with no stable home or steady money, showing up to school was a struggle. But then Youth Futures changed everything.
I landed at TINOCA, their crisis accommodation, for about two and a half months. The youth workers there were so kind and suggested I check out Youth Futures Community School. Honestly, I wasn’t ready then, my priorities were all over the place. After TINOCA, I moved to a Mercy Care hostel for seven months. That’s when it hit me: I needed school to build a better future.
Youth Futures Community School was a game-changer. I could learn at my own pace, with flexible hours and youth workers who had my back, helping with every question. The work felt manageable, and we’d even play Uno sometimes to keep things light! I finished my Certificate in General Education, and now I’m confident applying for jobs. I share a stable home with a friend from school, and I’m starting a Cert III in Community Services at TAFE next year. One day, I want to be a youth worker, helping kids like me find their path.