A comment for all who decided to leave their negative opinion about me, i'd just like to say all your comments make me laugh and it just shows me that i kept our business discreet over the series which i am happy for, had i of been open about everything, these comments would not say these things.
Privacy is the most important thing and if keeping my privacy mean's being spoken about in this manner then so be it. Also each human being can go as far as they are willing to go, nobody can hold you back from acheiving your goals except you!Congratulations to the other 14 year dotters it has been interesting following your succesful progress and i wish you all the best.
Year dot inspired me to reach for my dreams, I have been a hairdresser for some years now and have decided to put that to use, i am currently studying full time NVQ level 2 beauty therapy and i am working with the prince's trust to open my own business at the end of my course. Thank you YearDot!!
Thank you for all your comments!x

Melissa (141 days ago) Report Comment

Moni... Please remember that you see what the camera shows you.. have you ever stopped to think what a person has done to make that individual insecure in the first place??

Melissa (141 days ago) Report Comment

I watched the episode about you and you came across as very mature for your age. Having two very small children is extremely difficult, even for people in theri 30's who are used to all the other pressures in life. Melissa is maure enought to look after those babies brilliantly, but she came across as a 'silly little girl' in your relationship. She is obviously very insecure, but needs to get help with that and stop being so destructive. If the two of you cold work together, and she only realise it is quite normal for young people to mix together (it doesn't mean you are all going to jump into bed together!) You are a lovely guy and a great couple nad I hope she gets some help, so that your relationship has a future. Best of Luck with those gorgeous children

Moni (159 days ago) Report Comment

oh yeah Karl says Hi lol. Omg i was sitting at home not going school and year dot came on and i was like ... looks like jamal .. nah it's not jamal then the voice over went "This is Jamal" i was like OMG IT'S JAMAL lol (: and Chavoughn was in it :D didn't know you knew him. Well done Jamal (:

Nikki Phillips (again) (161 days ago) Report Comment

Jamal this DOES compliment your gangsta (: (Karl's little sister =D )

Nikki Phillips (161 days ago) Report Comment

Jamal Do You Have Any Friends That Are Just Like You & Mite Live In West London Coz If There Are Give Me There Address Lool. Your A Great Person Doing Great Things & I Hope All Goes Well. With Your Family Situation Don't Worry About Your Girlfriend. She Seems Like A Strong Young Black Woman So If She Wants Summin Done She Should Be Independant & Do It Herself & As For You Keep Doin What Your Doin Becoz Your Greatt :) '

Rianna ' (162 days ago) Report Comment

Hay im watching the programm, right now and i think wot u are duin is very postive, but ur girlfriend is gettin in the way of progress, and she's givin u to umuch negativaty, u are still young and u have got ur whole life ahead of u, so go for ya dreams and gwarn look after ur kids cuz they are da nze dat matter the most, p.s and as good lookin as u are im sure u can find sum1 else!!!!!

Charl (163 days ago) Report Comment

I forgot to mention, I can understand where mellisa is coming from with girls its not a nice feeling when a girl in constantly text her man, girl like to see loyalty. im nto saying you cant be friends but set the boundrys. If she was doing it you would have enough to say if it the other way round. If there a trust issue and you want it to work make mellia want to trust you ne loss of a female friend for a happy family life is NOT a big sacrifise if you ask me :)

lucie again.. (163 days ago) Report Comment

Im watching year dot as im writting this, you have beautiful kids. I can see your drive for sucess. You need self beleif which you have. But you also need belief off people especially of melisa. She will make your life missery you need some to give some tough love and she will soon she how much you have been trying to keep your family and looking for work. and the hard work to help youth. Keep strong and hold your head up big. Failer is the beginning of success.

Lucie (163 days ago) Report Comment

have just watched your episode and truly your 'girlfriend' is a jealous fool who will make your life hell. dump her. immediately.

mike (163 days ago) Report Comment

I hope everything goes well with you.God will see u thru.Keep up the good work dear.

kachi (169 days ago) Report Comment

I saw You on telly the another day and i thought you are doing a great job for the young people...
Keep do what your doing, i wish all the luck in the whole world and God Will help akot just trust in him and you will see...

Nelma (172 days ago) Report Comment

i watched you on the telly yesterday. iwould like to say i wish you all the luck in the world!

jemma (178 days ago) Report Comment

i saw the yeardot show yesterday, i really enjoyed watching it :) and it shows people that all teenagrs aint the same. wish you and your family good health =]

Hina (179 days ago) Report Comment

Hey Jamal! I want to congratulate you on simply being you. You have taken on so much at your age and not shyed away from any of your responsibilities and have even taken on the additional responsibility of mentoring youths not much younger then yourself. Many people twice your age have not got their head screwed on as tight! Keep reaching towards your dreams, keep growing and developing as a person learning from lifes lessons and experiencing to the full stay an inspiration! I have a few web addresses for you you may have heard of them already but just in case you haven't : http://www.maledevelopmentservice.com/. And the Windsor fellowship, jobsgopublic.co.uk, platform 2, reach.gov.uk and not that you need it but you can also google parenting classes in your area They not only offer advice but a listening ear. Take care best of luck and keep us updated!

Marsha (179 days ago) Report Comment

i think its good what ur doin n dont worry make sure ur family are health n the way you are trying to save the future a generation of crime and violence n you i wish we could have someone like you around here n yhyh congratulations on you second son what did u call him n yeah good luck n i hope everythink goes well for ya n ur family n keep up all the gdgd work you are doing

natasha (179 days ago) Report Comment

i think you are fantastic with the way you are trying to save the future generation of crime and violence... I wish someone would do it around my area... congratulations on youur second son i hope everything is all well with your family... Good luck and keep up the hard work

Jade Wiltshire (180 days ago) Report Comment

dont worry, as long as you and your family got health and eachother its all good,true friends are with you no matter where u are and if things are really that bad they can only get better. b#

ben (184 days ago) Report Comment

Having kids will put pressure on the relationship, it's something you've got to keep the balance between family time and couple time. I know how hard it is in the relationship, you want to say how you feel or want the other person to do something, but you don't want it to come across as if you are 'havin a go' or complaining. I also totally understand the situation you are in with getting where you want in life aswell as juggling family life, i'm 18 and 35 weeks pregnant, sometimes i wish i hadn't got pregnant, cos it puts my life on hold and changes my life completely but it doesn't mean i've stopped everything, just put it on hold for a lil while! Hang in there, your going down the hill atm, you'll come up the otherside soon!! :)

Hannah (187 days ago) Report Comment

you and melissa are such good role models for all couples out there of all ages for trying to stay together. i respect that so much cos u just dnt see that these days. its all about appreciating everythin uv got an not wanting wat u havnt got cos th grass ent always greener. i think the trust issues might partly come from lack of confidence on melissas part?obviously i can only guess on what iv seen and goin on past experience as i have been there myself an kno what its like but she has got nothin to lack confidence for as she seems like a lovely person. But neways keep loving and supporting one another and your kids and showing young people like myself that u can go places in life as well as facing up to your responsibilities.good luck with everything.

gemma (301 days ago) Report Comment

lol u make me laugh in the review meeting at the end u fall asleep thats funny ! lol ! but well impressed uve gt as fam and balance it with ur dreams keep it up mate ur gud at wot u dos !

lydia gunning (371 days ago) Report Comment

yo jamal, i was a young parent, im 28 now and when i was 20 i got wiv a gal who was 10 ywars older than me, an she had 2 kids from prev rship. it was very very hard to bring her girls up, then we got pregnant with twins. MY GOD was that f++kin hard pal,, but we just persevered and got married... we are still 2geva and r soooo glad that we got through the nightmare that was new babys but my twin boy an girl are 6 nearly 7 now. all i can say is that you should just persevere bud and it will all get better in the end. 1 big holla bred. keep it real...........................

jamie (373 days ago) Report Comment

it's not easy being a young parent. a lot of your friends will not understand what you are going through. try and take time out and rekindle the romance between you and you partner because a lot of the time trust issues come from personal insecurity. try and remember that you have both brought 2 beautiful children into the world and they deserve the best of both parents. you can only give them the best when you are at your best! Good luck x

shola (374 days ago) Report Comment

yo sup! I think you are the chizzznez.schcuse me shishter shumone has schtolen shmee schatchel n shmee very wechsyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!
chill dog! peace

comas (375 days ago) Report Comment

i am a young parent as well but it aint as hard on me i like your goals and ambitions

sadony (377 days ago) Report Comment

Forgive me if im wrong but the yeardot i se with u on reminded me of the film baby boy, it all works for the good in the end and the way ur going i hope it all works out rude boy! best of look

Vinny (380 days ago) Report Comment

Just watched a few more of the videos. I've got a little girl an I'm also 19. She's 6 months next wednesday and I can relate to the struggles here it's good to see someone else in the same situation trying to do sumin constructive if you know what I mean props for that still. To many people are willing to stagnate I swear.

Rippz (391 days ago) Report Comment

Kool spat bars with u b4 at college time ago, weird seein u on tv lol. keep it movin tho its good to see people trying to push forward.

Rippz (392 days ago) Report Comment

hey jamal i think u are an inspiration to young people, you have turned your life around and became a role modal for ur daughter to look up 2 in the future keep up the good work and more good luck for off da streets any ways good luck for ur self and family.

john (392 days ago) Report Comment

Hey Jamal, I think that you are a very focused person. I think it is so good that you are trying to better the community and balancing that with your family commitments. I also think that Melissa is a wonderful person and that it's so clear to see how much you two care for one another. Anyways keep doing what your doing!!!

Rachelle (393 days ago) Report Comment

hi jamal,i've felt compelled to msg you after watching the channel 4 programme.I'm 22,from new cross,and like yourself share an open minded passion towards helping the young people in the community around me,i plan on leading a group of young people, in a group i've named fwoop(fresh wave of opportunity).This is still under construction and it would be very good to meet up with you,to hear some of your ideas and views to help me formulate a level of, collective, morale.My email is.andre1986@hotmail.co.uk hope to talk with you soon.

andre kum (393 days ago) Report Comment

Hii Jamal i think what your going at your age is great keep supporting your family, I hope u go far in life. Faye xx

Faye (393 days ago) Report Comment

I think u r an inspiration. Its gr8 2 see that ur not just tryin to beta urself nd ur family but also the community that u r livin in which is very cool. I am a single young mum. So I fort that all young dads just upped nd left there kids. But its nice to c that there r young dads out there who r willin to luk after the families that they have created. I hope you manage to achieve the things that u r wantin to because u thoroughly deserve to.

Laura (393 days ago) Report Comment

I think its difficult for people who are so young to have the same trust in their partners as older couples. I feel sorry for both Melissa and Jamal. They obviously both care a lot for each other but I don't know if they are totally right for each other.

Lanny (424 days ago) Report Comment

I feel quite sorry for Melissa and think that Jamal should do more to try and resolve the problem.
People often think that trust issues develop from a mad paranoia, but theres nearly always a root of a problem!
I think it's unfair if Jamal leaves Melissa because of trust issues. They have two children and their relationship cannot be compared to normal g/f b/f relationships which are easier to end. I think that they should work hard to try and stay together, and not just for their childrens sake - but for their own sake, they obviously love eachother or else they wouldn't have been together for so long! Sometimes it's hard to see the wood for the trees.

Tara (431 days ago) Report Comment

I feel sorry for Melissa, Jamal's seems to be quite a flirt. I don't think i would be able to hold it together if i were her. She's just had two children with him for goodness sake.

Sally Tarbuck (432 days ago) Report Comment

I think Jamal needs to stick in there - it's not easy when you're young and nothing is necessarily for ever but he just needs to do the best he can with what he's got and have no regrets innit ;)

darren (441 days ago) Report Comment

Trust issues are a major, fundamental problem in a relationship. Simply without trust, a relationship is doomed to fail. I've seen it in mine, I've seen it in friends. It's a fact of life that a relationship will not work without trust.

There are two options here, to find out the source of the problem and work to resolve it and if that isn't possible, it's time to end the relationship. By staying in a relationship without trust, all that you are doing is lengthening the pain for everyone involved. Even a trial seperation might work. The time apart can help to re-evaluate things. However, never confuse a proper split and a trial seperation and if you have decided to be apart, keep it that way. Don't go back to just end up in the same situation.

Chris Will Clark (443 days ago) Report Comment