When we met in Project B on March 15th for the third Young People Insight forum, careers was meant to be the point of discussion. However, after learning about the fatal stabbing of 20-year-old Mujaahid Wilson in Thornton Heath on the previous night, I decided to change the subject of discussion from careers to knife crime. … Continue reading Discussing Knife Crime at the Young People Insight Forum
Tag: Consequences
The Life He Chose Review
Consequences. Unfortunately, this is a word not taken into consideration by too many young people when making decisions or taking action. Not considering the consequences of having sex without contraception. Not considering the consequences of bullying an individual. Not considering the consequences of taking someone's life with a knife. Consequences of bad decisions are at the … Continue reading The Life He Chose Review
Weapon of Choice
Don't you find it confusing, That what was once a cooking utensil, Sometimes a utility tool, Is now a lethal weapon? A weapon of choice for young men, Wanting to intimidate, Inflict violence, Cause pain. Instead of using their voice box To talk, The blade now becomes The voice of reason. Instead of being shiny … Continue reading Weapon of Choice