George was abandoned by his father at the age of five, and then endured years of verbal abuse from family and friends while under the care of his aunt and uncle. Finally, after a brutal encounter with a
teacher at school, he ran away to the streets of Hollywood, where he worked as a prostitute, while searching for himself and for hope. After two years, he was arrested and eventually given a second chance in a positive and safe group home. Just before his emancipation, a father figure came into his life. Finally, George felt the love of a mentor who believed in him, didn’t judge him, and encouraged him to live to his full potential.
Collaborators:
Center for Digital Storytelling, National Center for Lesbian Rights
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