From Hopelessness to Hope: Alan Clinton Billy’s Journey with New Generation
At just 20, Alan Clinton Billy speaks with the wisdom beyond his years. He has weathered many storms in life but now and can now see a brighter future. His story has been shaped by his 12-year journey with GLO’s partner New Generation, dedicated to equipping young people with the values and tools to flourish…
A Childhood Without Hope
Alan remembers the days before New Generation, “I had little to no hope,” he says. “My life had no meaning or foundation. There were so many basic things I couldn’t afford, and I couldn’t see a future for myself.” Like many children facing hardship, he longed for education but doubted he would ever have the chance.
Everything changed when Alan encountered New Generation. Unlike others who had given him empty promises or were basically self-serving, this community offered something very different: “The first thing New Generation restored in me was hope,” Alan recalls. “They taught me about God and the values that would guide my life. They believe that everything we do, we must do for the glory of God. This has now become my life motto.”
Dreams Coming Alive
After years of perseverance, Alan has recently completed his secondary education. An achievement he describes as “a big step” toward the man he has always wanted to become. Specialising in economics, he now dreams of pursuing finance and accounting at university, boldly saying, “I want to be an expert in the field.” His sense of accomplishment is palpable: “I’m a graduate now. That’s a major step!”
Beyond academics, New Generation has shaped Alan’s character. He speaks passionately about the values instilled in him: forgiveness, faithfulness, and integrity. “It’s easy to hold onto bitterness against those who failed you,” he admits. “But New Generation taught me to forgive wholeheartedly and trust God to take me places I never imagined.” Integrity, above all, has become central to his life, saying, “I experience the impact daily in my life.”
Looking to the Future
Alan envisions not only a career but also a life of service. “I want to have a beautiful family, to be a good husband and father who can provide for his children. I also want to serve my country and the church.”
When asked what advice he would give to young people going through difficult times in their lives, as he had done, his answer is simple yet profound: “Trust God first. Make Him your priority. Live with integrity in every situation. No matter how tough life gets, do everything for the glory of God.”
We think you will agree… Alan’s story is more than a personal success; it’s a testament to the ripple effect of hope, faith, and integrity in the lives of young people who are determined to rise above their circumstances when given the tools to change.
