Akram Azimi Research Paper

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Akram Azimi, born on the 9th of February 1987, is an Afghanistan refugee who came to Perth in 1999, with his family due to a civil war. He found it difficult to adjust to his new life due to his family’s financial state upon arrival. While studying at University, he became involved with a mentorship scheme, working in Looma, a northern region in Perth with Aboriginal families. He has since initiated other schemes to promote understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous cultures and perseveres to mentor young people across Western Australia. I personally believe that Akram Azimi fulfills the criteria for the Year of Youth Award based on the work he has completed in order to assist families throughout Australia. I believe that he is highly

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