We spoke to Tené, 24, about his experiences with MAMA Youth, one of our charity partners

Mama Youth changed my whole life.

Growing up on a council estate, there aren't many positive influences in sight and often a lot of drama which is easy to be sucked into. I feel like I've made the great escape - I've got away from all of that negativity and kind of emerged in a new world that I would have never thought was within my reach. 

Now I almost feel more comfortable in a working environment like this than where I've grown up. That is changing someone's life, to me. 

MAMA Youth recruits, trains and nurtures young people between 18-25 years of age from under-represented groups or with limited educational or employment opportunities. Through training projects they equip people with the skills and experience necessary to secure long-term and fulfilling employment in the TV and media industry.