Tony is the son of Vietnamese refugees; growing up in poverty in the 1990s in what was the drug capital of Australia, Cabramatta.

Like many refugees from the Vietnam War, Tony’s parent's hope of a safe new home for their family was crushed by the 1990s heroin culture that overtook the lives of their children. At 13, Tony escaped the loneliness and domestic violence of his home life and joined one of the most notorious criminal gangs in Cabramatta, finding himself jailed a year later.

Tony continued to deal drugs when he was released. It seemed at the time that the gang gave him a sense of belonging and self-importance. At the age of 16, he faced the harsh reality of this lifestyle by losing a close friend to a drug overdose, while other friends went to jail.

In 2004, Tony made some powerful positive choices that changed his life forever. With 16 family and friends who died as a result of that destructive lifestyle, Tony shares his heart-wrenching story of redemption to schools, councils, and organisations all over the country and abroad.

• Over 2 decades of experience working with young people from diverse backgrounds.

• Tony engages the audience with his humour, passion, and contagious enthusiasm.

• He is a dynamic presenter, who leaves audiences empowered, encouraged, and inspired.

• Tony brings a confronting multimedia presentation unmasking the glorified criminal lifestyle through his real-life experiences.

• Tony’s amazing account is one of courage, resilience, and hope despite all opposition.

• Duration: 50mins with Q & A

• Seminar for both boys and girls for all cohorts

• Costs? Please download the brochure and pricing booklet or contact via email or call directly.

• Will travel nationally & internationally