Matthew Fast

Matthew Fast works on behalf of refugee youth in Winnipeg as the mentorship/outreach program manager at the Newcomers Employment and Educational Development Services. Matt has worked locally and internationally on behalf of war- affected youth and families since 2004.

  • Finding Their Way Again

    The Experiences of Gang-Affected Refugee Youth

    By Matthew Fast     September 2017

    When positive support mechanisms are insufficient and if basic human needs are not met, young refugees are at risk for involvement in criminal and gang activity.

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