Nick Grimshaw and Reggie Yates to host Unity - A Concert For Stephen LawrenceUNITY A CONCERT FOR STEPHEN LAWRENCE#SL20 29th September 2013 – The O2 ArenaNick Grimshaw and Reggie Yates to host star studded concert featuring EMELI SANDE, RIZZLE KICKS, LABRINTH, PLAN B, JAMIE CULLUM, JESSIE J, TINIE TEMPAH, RUDIMENTAL, ED SHEERAN, RITA ORA & BEVERLEY KNIGHT In aid of The Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust
Speaking about the forthcoming concert Reggie said: “To be involved in this event is a real honour to mark the amazing work that Doreen Lawrence and the charity have been doing in Stephen’s name. Doreen proves that one person can make a big difference and this is a great way of reminding us all that we are all part of a multicultural society and we are all racially equal.” Fellow host Nick Grimshaw commented,“I’m really honoured to have been asked to be involved in such a worthwhile event and really looking forward to the evening.”" The concert aims to unite communities and bring people of all backgrounds together through the common language of music. It marks the 20th anniversary of Stephen Lawrence’s murder. Through the work of Stephen’s mother, Doreen Lawrence and The Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust, Britain is changing but there is still much more to be done. The SL20 campaign, set up by the Trust to mark this important anniversary, aims to highlight Stephen’s legacy and the vital work undertaken by the charity in his name. This concert will play a pivotal role in the SL20 initiative. This event sees UK artists and the music industry working together to create a one-off concert and raise awareness and money for the Stephen Lawrence Trust, further providing opportunities for those disadvantaged by their colour, their postcode, their ethnicity or their poverty – across the UK. All the artists will perform tracks specially chosen for their social message.
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Stephen had a dream, which was cut short when his life was tragically ended as a result of a racially-driven attack. Too many young people, due to their colour, their postcode, their ethnicity or poverty, can only dream - some do not even dare to dream - about what they could achieve in their lives. The Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust nurtures talented young people so that they can live their dreams. What is SL20? It has been 20 years since Stephen Lawrence was murdered simply because of the colour of his skin. SL20 is the Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust’s campaign to mark this anniversary and to celebrate Stephen’s legacy. We want to ensure that all young people get a fair chance to contribute their talent to shaping our society. We want to ensure that this country can benefit and flourish from diversity. We are running a series of events throughout this year that aim to both raise awareness and resources so that the Trust can continue its work to transform lives.
Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust - what next? The Trust aim to continue its work in three key areas: Access to Professions A programme to support young people into ambitious and transforming careers, which builds on learning and achievements. Supporting young people into careers in architecture, growing into a widening spectrum of careers - from law, finance and the media through to medicine, policing and technology. It provides very practical ways to overcome barriers to the boardroom and career progression. Voice for Transformation This programme includes:
Community Programme These are programmes delivered at the Stephen Lawrence Centre to support local people into work through direct employability activities as well as softer skill development. For example:
September 13, 2013 5:45am ET by Dawbell
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