b'Offering a welcoming homeJohn is a refugee from Burma who arrived in Australia when he was nine years old, having experienced significant trauma.Paul was a wellbeing co-ordinator at JohnsPaul also supported John to remain in contact school and while developing a friendship withwith his family and advocated for him to be linked John, became aware that the young student wasinto a mental health service.experiencing family violence at home and had aJohn was encouraged to write a letter outlining fractured relationship with his mother. his interest in becoming a pilot to support his John expressed feelings of hopelessness andapplication to receive financial assistance to isolation to Paul. undertake flying lessons.The situation deteriorated to a point where JohnDue to COVID-19 restrictions, John has not been could no longer live at home. able to commence the course, but aims to beginWhen John was referred to an adult boardingin late 2022 after completing his year 12 studies.house, Paul could see the facility wasnt suitableJohn remained in Pauls care until May 2022.for John. Paul and his family intend to continue supporting Paul and his family offered for John to live withJohn on his journey to becoming a pilot.them in a foster placement, which commenced in* The photo accompanying this story is for illustrative purposesDecember 2020. only. It is not a photo of the person featured in this story.John remained a diligent student, motivated by his goal to become an international pilot.Paul supported John to gain the skills he needs before applying for independent living options.30 Uniting Vic.Tas Annual Report 2021-2022'