'Don't let them turn you': Ex-student recounts life in the closet at Citipointe Christian College

Geordie Little

By Geordie Little
Published February 7, 2022

A former Citipointe Christian College student has spoken out about his experiences at the school, which he said left him closeted for years and afraid of his sexuality.

Jared Mifsud, right, during his time as a student at Citipointe Christian College (then known as Christian Outreach College Brisbane).

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