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A story told by Melvin Odoom

The UK’s children and young people need your support now more than ever. We fund projects that offer help for those struggling with mental health challenges, poverty-related issues, social inequality, family challenges and much more.

Melvin Odoom shares the story of Maja, a young person supported by BBC Children in Need. Any amount you are able to donate will help us to change young lives – just like Maja’s – right across the UK.

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