HMP Portland Carpentry group were invited to listen to an inspirational talk by Steve Wyatt, who has transformed his life after being addicted to heroin and crack cocaine for 22 years. During his addiction, he experienced homelessness, prison, and multiple stints in rehab. Today, he is now a decade into his recovery and is on a mission to inspire others.

Comments from the learners after hearing Steve’s story:

“”very inspiring, to let you know its never to late to make a change and start something positive ”
“it was inspiring and it made me think I can change”
“very interesting and factual information provided, great knowledge into how someone can change his life for the better and stay away from drugs”
“it was very interesting to hear how well he has done for an ex offender and drug user”
“it was good to listen to someone else’s story that started off committing crimes and sorting himself out by him coming in and sharing his story it goes to show it can be done with the support and having a second chance at life. Very Inspiring! “