There wasn’t a single event that caused me to become homeless, more like there was a number of personal losses and traumatic experiences that resulted in me finding myself sleeping on the streets. I felt like I had hit rock bottom. I didn’t believe in myself and had given up on myself. People would walk straight past me in the street.
Thankfully, because of the pandemic, I was helped into accommodation by Brent Council. I realised it wasn’t worth sacrificing myself, and I had to carry on. I’ve managed to break habits and form new routines. I even go running now!
When I think about my future I think about how I can help others. How my life experience has prepared me to support people from similar backgrounds. I know as a carer I’m able to receive as much as a give. I will be doing meaningful work that helps a greater cause. Ultimately, I want to have a social responsibility and create impact. I’ve been helped by the UK and in return I’m able to help others here.
I’m excited to start training and it’s exciting to know that I’ll be skilled in work that helps others. Once I’m qualified, there’s other possibilities and I’ll be able to improve my English too! I’m excited to just start this new journey.
I don’t think I have a huge dream, I just want to be able to work in a role that provides me a sense of being and to see my children doing well.