http://www.newstatesman.com/writers/shakir_kamali en http://images.newstatesman.com/users/avatars/shakir-kamali_90x90.jpg http://www.newstatesman.com/writers/shakir_kamali http://www.newstatesman.com/society/2008/09/street-life-young-conflict http://www.newstatesman.com/society/2008/09/street-life-young-conflict Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:25:22 GMT Shakir Kamali I spent most of my teens in street gangs and I suffered serious consequences. That experience shaped who I am today. I’ve since turned my life around. I now work as a youth worker and try to inspire and support other young people. This summer I took part in Truce 20/20 training project which teaches peacebuilding and leadership skills to young people in Newham. The project is run by Peace Direct, Leap Confronting Conflict and Conflict and Change.

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