Show Notes
Chloe Dickson knows first hand the power of the St Kilda Police and Citizen’s Youth Club, a not-for-profit organisation mentoring young people of all ages and backgrounds. As a former resident, Chloe’s world was turned around by the support of the PCYC mentors. Now she’s inspiring the next generation as Operations Manager of the centre, leading programs that are changing lives. Chloe shares her story on this week’s Igniting Change Podcast.
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