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Anthony’s Story

Anthony’s Story

Anthony came to Mustard Tree after facing many obstacles in his life, including ill-health, bereavement, and homelessness. His experiences had left him lacking in confidence. Anthony joined The Freedom Project, with two goals; to help other people and to get…

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Farah’s Story

Farah’s Story

*Name has been changed and stock photo used to protect identity Farah* moved to the UK to seek asylum and start a new life in Manchester. Originally from Iran, Farah had an education and had many jobs in her home…

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Ahmed’s Story

Ahmed’s Story

Ahmed’s name has been changed and a stock image used to protect identity Ahmed arrived in the Manchester in 2021, knowing very little about the city and without many connections. He enrolled in Mustard Tree’s Freedom Project, hoping to build…

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Katie’s Story

Katie’s Story

Katie joined Mustard Tree’s life-skills and employability training placement ‘Freedom’ after a period of homelessness caused by multiple factors.   “I was in a major depressive state” Katie* has bipolar disorder and has had problems with mental health in the…

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