Impact Blog

This week young people are heading back to school and college – we hear some parents may be sighing in relief right about now! Summer at Mahdlo Youth Zone has […]

Hussein’s story began with a passion for sports, specifically football and basketball. Athleticism was his comfort zone, a place where he felt at home, surrounded by teammates who shared the […]

In today’s fast-paced world, young people often face numerous challenges as they navigate the transition from childhood to adolescence. Luke, a 13-year-old member of Mahdlo Youth Zone, exemplifies determination and […]

Last Wednesday was the Mahdlo Mentoring Project’s ninth birthday celebration. It was also the last time I met with Chloe, the young person I’d been mentoring for the last 15 […]

He always makes sure young people in session who are alone know he is their friend Shaunnine, Junior Zone Coordinator When he first joined Mahdlo in April 2022, Kayden expressed […]

Imagine being bedridden for an entire year at just 15 years old. That was the reality for Idrees, a young boy with Autistic Spectrum Condition. He had attended Mahdlo Youth […]

The Stars Awards recognise young peoples’ achievements and the progress they’ve made throughout their time at Mahdlo. Whether that’s a week, a year, or for some young people, over a […]

8760 hours, 525,600 minutes or one whole year. Today marks the day, exactly 12 months ago, when I met the Chloe, who I would share the most incredible journey with! […]

Jack is a 25-year-old male who has been a Mahdlo member since September 2014, when he was 16, and has attended almost 300 Senior Zone sessions. Jack was initially referred […]

Last week, we welcomed Andrew Geddes, his sons Mark and John, and their families, along with their friends and children, to Mahdlo Youth Zone for a special event – breakfast […]