Testimonials
“Projects like these are invaluable in informing our young people of the consequences of coming to prison, the future problems of having a criminal record and the pain caused to both victim and their family when they commit a crime. We do not do enough as a society to teach our young people how to stay away from crime – everything they see is trivialised on TV or it makes great drama. Real life hurts more.”
Mike Sherwood – HMP Wormwood Scrubs
“These days of action are most enjoyable and we often comment on how they improve police - student relationships which can only lead to a more positive stance on future meetings".”
Gary Weedon - Brent safer schools officer
“The Year 7 students really enjoyed taking part in the engaging sessions provided by Your Life You Choose. I hope the content of the YLYC programme will deter them from getting involved in any form of criminal activity in the future. I am very grateful to Alison, Brent Magistrates, our MET Police schools officers PC Weedon, PC Patel, Victim Support Brent, the Prison Service and the Directions Programme for giving them this opportunity.”
Susan Grace - Newman Catholic College
“The programme delivered a deep and powerful learning experience for your Year 7 students. Our vision is to provide a caring, supportive community where every child knows how to keep themselves safe. We believe it is extremely important that students are educated to make the right decision s in life, especially decisions that will keep them from harm and will keep them on track to become a successful adult, who will impact positively on their local community and society as a whole.”