Laika Zab|STARS in TDC Howrah, India Laika (at the right) during the Entrepreneur Day in Howrak, Kolkata My name is Laika. I am a young woman who wants to be independent, confident, and to build a better future for myself and my family. I am a hardworking person who believes that learning and improving myself can help me grow. Step by step, LP4Y helped me come out of my comfort zone. Before joining LP4Y, I went through a difficult time in my life. I lost my father, and I did not receive much support from my uncles. During that time, I had very little confidence and was unsure about what I could do with my future. I came to know about LP4Y through mobilization. I decided to take the opportunity because I wanted to learn new skills, become independent, and gain confidence. When I joined LP4Y, I was nervous and found it difficult to speak confidently and face new situations. Laika speaking during an event Step by step, LP4Y helped me come out of my comfort zone. I learned how to communicate by taking part in event organization and going for mobilization. I also learned how to work in a team, face challenges, and most importantly, believe in myself. One of my biggest challenges was preparing to be the Master of Ceremony for a big event with people from different organizations. I was nervous, but I did not give up. I practiced with the Coaches and Catalysts, and my team also supported me. With their support and my own effort, I became more confident and improved myself. Through this experience, I realized something important and that is I was always confident. I just needed a mirror to see it. My biggest motivation was to become independent and create a better future for myself. After losing my father, I understood that I had to become strong and take responsibility for my own life. Instead of letting my difficulties stop me, I decided to use them as a reason to keep moving forward. Today, I am working as a teacher in an English-medium school. Teaching has made me more confident, responsible, and comfortable communicating with others. I enjoy working with children and sharing my knowledge with them. I am proud of how far I have come. My journey has taught me that difficult situations do not have to define our future. With courage, learning, and the willingness to keep trying, we can create a better future for ourselves. Laika at work

Dian Safitri|STARS, Indonesia My name is Dian Safitri, I’m 24 years old and I finished the program at TDC Jakarta in December 2021. I currently work in the creative industry as a Graphic Designer, focusing on new product development projects for a perfume company in Indonesia. I’ve been working at PT Sant Group Indonesia for more than two years, mainly creating visual concepts for new products, packaging, and branding. When I was given the opportunity to work on this nutrition animation project with LP4Y, I was honestly very excited. For me, it was not just another design project, but also a new challenge. Animation and storytelling are not actually the main focus of my daily job, so I saw this as an opportunity to step outside my usual creative routine and explore something different. Dian working on the animations What I enjoyed the most was turning information into a story that people could actually relate to. Instead of simply explaining what healthy food is, I wanted the audience to see themselves in the characters and their everyday situations. One of the biggest challenges was making the video feel universal while still being relatable to young people. The project involved several different countries, but I noticed that many young people actually face very similar problems when it comes to their daily nutrition. They may be busy with work or university, skip breakfast, choose junk food, or simply forget to pay attention to what they eat throughout the day. That became the starting point for my storytelling approach. I wanted the message to feel less like a lecture and more like a reflection of real life. For the opening, I created a video-call scene between friends because I wanted to capture something that feels familiar to Gen Z. From there, the story follows their everyday routines. Going to work or university, being too busy to eat properly, and eventually feeling tired because they haven't had enough nutritious food.I wanted the message to feel less like a lecture and more like a reflection of real life: “Wait, I do that too.” Interestingly, while I was researching and creating the videos, I also became more aware of my own eating habits. I started paying more attention to what I eat in a day and thinking more carefully about whether my meals actually provide the nutrition I need. That was probably one of the most meaningful things I learned from the project. Sometimes, we already know that eating healthy is important, but we don't necessarily stop and think about what that means in our everyday lives. This is also why I think LP4Y's approach is meaningful. Through a creative and accessible format like animation, nutrition education can reach young people in a way that feels more engaging and easier to understand. I believe many young people experience similar struggles but may not realize how their daily food choices can affect them. While I was creating a story to hekp young people become more aware of their nutrition, I became more aware of my own choices too. Dian with the script and the editing software Even though the characters came from different countries, their struggles could still be connected through one simple story: young people trying to balance their busy lives while making better choices for themselves. After the videos were completed, the feedback from the team also helped me see the project from another perspective. Small details such as the way a character speaks, the food they eat, or how a scene is presented, can make a story feel much more authentic to its audience. Looking back, I learned that creating something for a social or educational purpose is different from simply creating something visually appealing. The design needs to serve the story, and the story needs to serve the people who are watching it. And perhaps the most unexpected part is that while I was creating a story to help young people become more aware of their nutrition, I became more aware of my own choices too.

By Thandar Aung|Youth, Myanmar My name is Thandar Aung and I am currently registered at the Training and Development Center at Yangon, Myanmar. I am 20 years old and I am an only child. Thandar Aung during the Graduation I only completed middle school due to COVID-19 pandemic and various problems in my country. Since the pandemic hit, I started to feel lost and this lasted for almost 4 years. I had no idea what to do with my life and I was wasting all my time on social media. Since I am an only child, the financial and family responsibilities fall on my head. So, I tried to apply for jobs without enough experience. I got interviewed by a company but they said “you have no experience about the position” so they couldn't give me a chance. Then I was depressed a lot. I couldn’t help my parents by working. One day, my friend who is a STARS from LP4Y recommended me to join the program. She said "it is a good training center for Youth who feel lost in their paths" and want experience in office tasks. Also she said that she got a decent job at Wall Street English after she finished the program. This pushed me to decide and register in the program at LP4Y. My first day at TDC Yangon was Impressive Youth who are seniors were working like professionals. I felt very inspired. LP4Y warmly welcomed me. Now I am in the program for nearly 4 months. During these months, I found my hidden talents and skills that I thought I didn't have such as public speaking, event organization, team leadership, task and time management. I became more independent and confident after joining the program. Thandar Aung working at TDC Yangon In the Micro Company, there are 4 departments such as HR & Finance, Communication & Marketing, Partnership, and Learning & Development. I have experience working in 3 departments except for the Learning & Development department. I thought the HR & Finance department would be a challenge for me but I realized I enjoy the tasks a lot. At first, I didn't know what kind of job position I would like to apply for. But now after joining the program at LP4Y, I have one job position in my mind and it is administrative. For the Communication & Marketing department, there were no challenges for me because I do have experience in editing videos. I had a fan account for movies, series and idols. In this department, I improved my editing and content creation skills. For the Partnership department, firstly communication and building networks was a challenge for me. But I overcame those challenges and participated in managing mobilization and writing scripts for online mobilization. There is a huge difference between the person I was before the LP4Y program and the person I am now. In conclusion, there is a huge difference between the person I was before the LP4Y program and the person I am now during the LP4Y program. There is a growth in my mindset and my behavior and an improvement in my skills and confidence. I want to thank LP4Y's Catalysts for always guiding me. LP4Y is a second home to me. I am very happy also because I made a lot of friends here. Thandar Aung

The Youth, Stars, Catalysts and LP4Y partners are the Voices of LP4Y, through inspiring testimonies, they tell us their stories. The Youth, Stars, Catalysts and LP4Y partners are the Voices of LP4Y, through inspiring testimonies, they tell us their stories . Each trimester, receive LP4Y's newsletter with a preview of the most inspiring stories and set foot on the ground alongside the Young adults. SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER Looking for a specific story? CATALYSTS EVENTS HOPE AND AMBITION PROFESSIONAL EXPOSURE INTEGRATION COLLABORATION WOMEN EMPOWERMENT Latest LP4Y stories What is Safety Day? Three times a year, LP4Y centers pause their regular program for a day dedicated entirely to safety. On July 28, that mission took on a new dimension: centers across eight countries came together online for a session focused on preparing for natural disasters, coordinated in partnership with Veolia Foundation. Aug 10 From Helping at Home to Building a Career Even before graduating from LP4Y, I secured a position at Burger King. Balancing full-day training with evening and overnight work was challenging, but LP4Y had prepared me with the discipline, resilience, and determination to succeed. Aug 9 A Clear Vision for the Future: Batch 49 Visits RDRS Eye Care Center On Thursday, July 16, 2026, 14 Youth from GV-Bangladesh Batch 49 stepped out of their regular center activities and into a live professional environment. As part of a collaborative partnership activity, the group visited the RDRS Eye Care Center in Harivanga, Lalmonirhat. Aug 8 More Than a Mission: A Journey That Changed My Life I joined Life Project 4 Youth hoping to make a difference in the lives of Young Adults. In the end, they made the greatest difference in mine. I came to support them and discover their purpose, but through them, I discovered my own. Aug 7 Life Project 4 Youth LP4Y is an international movement of local organisations specializing in the development of innovative solutions for the professional and social integration of excluded Youth living in extreme poverty. MORE ABOUT LP4Y 11,700 Accompanied Youth since 2009 67% Integrated Youth 17 Training & Development Centers 4 Green Villages 1,185 Youth trained in 2025 If you are part of LP4Y ecosystem and want to share your story, send them to lp4ystories@lp4y.org to be featured.

Discover testimonies from Youth, Stars, Catalysts and LP4Y partners related to Indonesia. INDONESIA LP4Y Stories in COUNTRY INDONESIA CONTINENT ASIA CAPITAL JAKARTA CURRENCY INONESIAN RUPIAH LANGUAGE INDONESIAN LP4Y INDONESIA'S KEY FIGURES: OPENED IN 2016 LP4Y CENTERS 2 TDC More about LP4Y Indonesia 1/16 ALL LP4Y STORIES IN INDONESIA What is Safety Day? Three times a year, LP4Y centers pause their regular program for a day dedicated entirely to safety. On July 28, that mission took on a new dimension: centers across eight countries came together online for a session focused on preparing for natural disasters, coordinated in partnership with Veolia Foundation. From Helping at Home to Building a Career Even before graduating from LP4Y, I secured a position at Burger King. Balancing full-day training with evening and overnight work was challenging, but LP4Y had prepared me with the discipline, resilience, and determination to succeed. AS IT TURNS OUT, IT DOESN'T NEED TO BE FOUND: IT MUST BE CREATED. I whispered, "Yes, this is my purpose to make them happy in their old age." Rejection, Growth, and the Confidence to Succeed By Valencia Putri Bilqhis | Star in TDC Surabaya, Indonesia My name is Valencia, and I am an LP4Y alumni, or as we are called here, a STARS. I would like to share a little about my life journey and how Life Project 4 Youth completely changed the direction of my life. When I look back, my journey has not always been easy. I had to stop attending university because of my family’s financial situation, and later I decided to move to another city. There, I spent quite a long time Beyond the Screen: Testifying at the UN and the Making of 'I Am the Future' By Dian Safitri | STAR, TDC Jakarta Dian, Soumayraa, and Laxmi in New York, USA Hello, my name is Dian Safitri, I am 23 years old. I have been an alumnus of LP4Y since 2021. It was such a pleasure for me to be able to join LP4Y for the first time back then during the pandemic. Not gonna lie, joining LP4Y was one of the right paths I chose in my life. At that time, I had just graduated from high school, but I couldn’t continue to university because it was too expensive. Dian a Learning to Trust my Own Potential After my internship ended, I felt a little more mature and wise in some ways, even though I didn't change that much. At least I wasn't as spoiled anymore. Now I’m at the management step, the highest step in the LP4Y program, but in my opinion, I should walk at the back to ensure they can also develop as they wish. A Space to Shine – A Journey to Discovering One’s True Self I’m not afraid, I just need a space to find direction and the courage to be myself. From that moment, my journey to discovering who I truly am finally began. From Uncertainty to Purpose By Muhammad Alif Ainurrohman, LP4Y STAR from TDC Surabaya, Indonesia (December 2024) I want to begin with my deepest gratitude to the Coaches who have guided us, mentored us, and shaped our character. Without their patience and support, I would never have had the confidence to stand here and share my story today. There is a saying: “If you don’t know someone, you can’t love them.” So let me introduce myself. My name is Muhammad Alif Ainurrohman . I am a graduate of an Islami Melody and Intonation: A Journey of Personal Change My name is Atta, 19 years old . I am still young, but my life journey has made me grow up faster than my age suggests . I am a graduate of LP4Y, a place that not only teaches skills, but also supports my personal change , shaping the way I see the world and myself . Since childhood, I have been accustomed to living in silence . My mother rarely came home because she worked far away to support our family . I grew up alone, learning to cook by myself and learning to calm mysel 1 2 3 4 5

Discover testimonies from Youth, Stars, Catalysts and LP4Y partners related to the Philippines. PHILIPPINES LP4Y Stories in the COUNTRY PHILIPPINES CONTINENT ASIA CAPITAL MANILA CURRENCY PHILIPPINE PESO LANGUAGES FILIPINO, ENGLISH LP4Y PHILIPPINES'S KEY FIGURES: OPENED IN 2009 LP4Y CENTERS 7 TDC 1 GV More about LP4Y Philippines 1/18 ALL LP4Y STORIES IN THE PHILIPPINES What is Safety Day? Three times a year, LP4Y centers pause their regular program for a day dedicated entirely to safety. On July 28, that mission took on a new dimension: centers across eight countries came together online for a session focused on preparing for natural disasters, coordinated in partnership with Veolia Foundation. Pride Month in Calauan: Youth Leading the Conversation At LP4Y's Green Village in Calauan, Philippines, Youth took the lead in celebrating Pride Month by organizing a community event dedicated to raising awareness and fostering understanding. Raphael's Graduation Testimony at Concentrix Below is the graduation speech of Raphael Logares, a testament to resilience shared at the Concentrix Taguig campus during the latest LP4Y commencement in December 2025. Growing Through Trust: When Leadership Creates Opportunities Isa Nebres, department manager, testimony: What is your background at decathlon (how long have you been leader/whether you have taken on other missions or roles before…)? I began my journey with Decathlon as a working student, starting part-time while preparing for college. What was initially meant to be a two-month job for me evolved into a seven-year journey of growth and now 3 years in leadership. I was 19 when I was first entrusted to become one of the Layout Referents f From Fear to Confidence Good day to all of you, I am Cristina M. Baldera, 21 years old, living in Dayap, Calauan, Laguna. I grew up without a mother . I lived with my father and grandmother . My mother left me when I was only two months old . She told my father and grandmother she would come back when my brother was seven years old, but she never came . Then she called again and said she would come home when I was one year old, but still, no one came. When I was seven years old, we learned that my Rosalinda’s New Beginnings: From Motherhood Challenges to a Future with LP4Y My name is Rosalinda Lalaguna, I’m 23 years old and I live in Sto. Tomas, Calauan, Laguna. Before joining LP4Y, every day of my life felt the same. I stayed at home, helping my mother take care of my youngest sibling and also looking after my own children. I didn’t have a job, no income, and no clear plan for my future. I wanted to work, but I didn’t have the skills or the confidence to start . When I learned about LP4Y, I saw it as a chance for new beginnings, a chance to When Hope Returned My name is Fatima O. Malaca, and I am 20 years old. Life has never been easy for me. My parents separated when I was young, and from then... From Challenge to Entrepreneurial Success! Hello everyone, my name is Judy Ann Abasola, and I’m truly honored to share my journey with the LP4Y program. As I begin to write this... Hope and Transformation: Sherdon’s Journey from the Streets to a Life with Purpose Hello everyone, my name is Sherdon Zabate Delossantos. I am 23 years old and I live in Barangay Guadalupe, Sapangdaku. Today, I want to... 1 2 3 4 5