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From City Streets to Mountain Peaks: Deon Barrett's Journey from Gang Culture to becoming Founder of the True North Project
As a child growing up in South West London, the great outdoors seemed like a world away for Deon Barrett. Fast forward today, he's not only a passionate outdoor adventurer himself, but also a trailblazing inspiration for young people from urban communities. The first part of our conversation journeys through Deon's transformative path from a life on the outskirts of London, enmeshed in gang culture, to finding security and purpose in the British Army. Along the way, Deon discovered a love for the outdoors that has become his therapy and driving force.
Out of his passion for the outdoors, Deon…
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