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African Youth Initiative kicks off in Melton

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By Ronald Moss

It was wonderful to have been a part of the official opening of the African Youth Initiative (AYI) in Melton. Together with some members of Rotary Caroline Springs and Rotary SAFE Families we gathered to celebrate with these amazing and talented young women and men with local Steve McGhie MP and youth council members. 

Catching up with them gave us insight into their Girls Chat program initiated by Abak Dhieu, and how they give back to the local community. We talked, played pool, table tennis and shared a meal and soft drinks. Congratulations AYI and looking forward to working with you all on keeping families safe, and on Melton Youth projects together. 

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