The key is to be positive and do positive things … It’s hard at the beginning, but if you have people trying to help you and show you tools … then it’s worth a try and you won’t regret it.

Don’t give up to the streets. Don’t give up to drugs. Go to school and do good and everything else will come to you. Take advantage of all the opportunities given to you.

My advice is to work hard, believe in yourself, and have fun doing it.

As a new immigrant who could not speak English fluently, I was always quiet and tried to stay invisible.

What I've learned out of life is this: Forgiveness opens up your heart so it can receive more love.

My ancestors fought for me to have a way of life to live for. So I honor them by holding on to our language and tradition as much as possible.

My advice is to get involved with Year Up or a program like it.

I hope more youth will take a close look at their communities and see what problems are bothering them and then fix them.

It is foolish to believe that success can be achieved alone.

If you know your passion and follow your dreams, you will make a positive difference in the world

Change starts with one person and can grow really fast.

There’s nothing special about me; if I can do it, anyone can. I encourage any young person struggling with addiction to not be afraid to ask for help.