WHY STEPHEN LAWRENCE DAY FOUNDATION?
TO HONOUR A LIFE LOST BY CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR THOSE YET TO COME.
Together, we can inspire dreams, remove barriers, and build a lasting legacy in Stephen’s name.
The 3 C's
Classrooms
Communities
Careers
Stephen Lawrence Day takes place on April 22nd every year, on the anniversary of Stephen’s death. A national moment of reflection and a call to action. Each year, we honour Stephen’s life by inspiring individuals, schools, and communities to drive change. Stephen Lawrence Day is more than remembrance, it’s a day to celebrate progress, challenge injustice, and empower young people to imagine their futures. We provide schools, workplaces, and individuals with resources and inspiration to participate meaningfully.
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Whether you’re an educator, an ally, a young person or a supporter, there’s a way for you to make an impact.
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The Story of Stephen Lawrence
A timeline of key events and changes that have been brought about in Stephen Lawrence’s name.
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This is the power of knowledge. This is how change begins.
Power of Learning 2.0: Knowledge Changes Everything - the 30-second ad, created by Doc Hearts, is here!
The Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation, in collaboration with Doc Hearts and Huey Hutch, calls on everyone to stand for equity, opportunity, and justice.
The full short film, featuring powerful real stories and with thanks to the University of Greenwich and Old Royal Naval College, for opening their doors to help bring this to life. The full film will be unveiled on 22 April.
Join the movement. Take part in #SLDay25. Because knowledge changes everything.
#PowerOfLearning #KnowledgeChangesEverything #SLDF #DocHearts #HueyHutch #SLDay25 #JoinTheMovement
The power of knowledge begins here.
This #StephenLawrenceDay, we’re shining a light on the voices of change.
We’re proud to launch Power of Learning 2.0: Knowledge Changes Everything, a new campaign created in collaboration with Doc Hearts and Huey Hutch, calling on everyone to stand for equity, opportunity and justice.
The 30-second ad drops tonight.
On 22 April, we unveil the full short film, featuring powerful real stories, with special thanks to the University of Greenwich and Old Royal Naval College for opening their doors to help bring this to life.
🗓️ Mark your calendar. Only 4 days to go until Stephen Lawrence Day, Tuesday 22 April 2025.
Join the movement. Take part.
Your donation helps the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation provide vital opportunities, from educational programmes to leadership development, that empower young people to create lasting change.
Donate today and be a part of building a brighter future.
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#SLD25 #KnowledgeChangesEverything #PowerOfLearning #SLDF #DocHearts #HueyHutch #JoinTheMovement #StephenLawrenceDay #StephenLawrence
Parents, carers, and educators, do you know a young person aged 16+ who’s ready to take their next step?
Invite them to apply for the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation x LinkedIn Career Experience: Inspiring Career Pathways for Young People. It’s a full-day; designed to build skills, confidence, and real career insights that will inform their future.
They’ll connect with top professionals including Tunji Akintokun, Natasha Ewhe, Charmaine Hayden, and Faron McKenzie, gaining practical advice on building their personal brand and succeeding in the workplace.
🎤 Career Panel: Learn from diverse industry leaders
💼 LinkedIn Profile Workshop: Build a standout profile
🥐 Breakfast and lunch provided (trust us, they’ll be well fed!)
📍 LinkedIn London Experience Centre
📅 Tuesday 22nd April
🕗 8:35 AM to 5:30 PM
🔗 Encourage a young person to register now via the link in our bio.
#KnowledgeChangesEverything Help them unlock what’s possible.
#PowerOfLearning #StephenLawrenceDay #SLD25 #CareerPathways #FutureLeaders #YouthOpportunity #LinkedInEvents
Congratulations to Kaiden Norton, runner-up for the Young Performer Award at this year’s Youth Power Awards, held in honour of Stephen Lawrence and #SLD25 🌟
Kaiden, like many young people, has faced his share of challenges — but through photography, he’s discovered passion, purpose, and a powerful way to express himself. His work is exceptional, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds 📸
A heartfelt thank you to our award sponsor, KHTE Buildingservices, for championing young talent 🙌🏾
We look forward to celebrating with you all at next week’s Youth Power Awards ceremony.
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#YouthPowerAwards #YoungPerformer #StephenLawrenceDay #SLD25 #PowerOfLearning #KnowledgeChangesEverything
🎉 Huge congratulations to Ellie and Leah-Skye from @nottmcollege — Runners Up for the Young Inspiration Award at this year’s Youth Power Awards! 🏆
Despite facing their own personal challenges, these two remarkable young women have turned their experiences into a powerful force for good 👏🏾
Through their social action project, they’ve worked to shine a light on hidden youth homelessness, an issue affecting over 3,000 young people across Nottinghamshire — a cause deeply personal to both of them ♥️
From meeting with college leaders, councillors and MPs, to sharing their own stories and supporting fellow students, Ellie and Leah-Skye have shown true leadership, compassion, and courage. ⭐️
Thank you to our judging panel and proud award sponsor, Nyla Homes, for recognising their impact.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you at the ceremony on the 25th! 🥳
#YouthPowerAwards #YoungInspiration #SocialAction #YouthHomelessness #Nottingham
🌟 Congratulations to Nathanyl Patroo, runner-up of the Community Champion Award for the @youth_power_awards — in honour of Stephen Lawrence and #SLD25 🌟
Nathanyl has shown what’s possible when young people are supported to lead with purpose and passion. As a founding member of the Youth Justice Service’s youth participation programme in Nottinghamshire, he has gone above and beyond to engage his peers and create meaningful change in his community.
From delivering powerful knife crime awareness initiatives to joining the Leaders Unlocked programme—supporting the work of the Police and Crime Commissioner—Nathanyl continues to inspire others through his commitment to leadership, learning, and action.
His journey is a powerful reminder that #KnowledgeChangesEverything — and that young people can be the change we all need to see.
#StephenLawrenceDay #SLD25 #PowerOfLearning #YouthPowerAwards #CommunityChampion #ChangeMaker
🚨 Calling all young people aged 16+!
We’re teaming up with @linkedin to bring you a powerful day of inspiration, learning, and real career opportunities.
🎤 Career Panel – Hear from professionals from a range of diverse career pathways, sharing their journeys and insights to help you shape your own.
💼 LinkedIn Profile Workshops – Build a standout profile with guidance from LinkedIn employees.
🥐 Breakfast & lunch included — and yes, the menu is seriously worth it. You’ll be fed and inspired.
📍 Location: London Experience Centre
📅 Date: 22nd April
🕗 Time: 8:35 AM – 5:30 PM
🎯 Apply now through the link in our bio!
Knowledge changes everything.
Don’t miss your chance to unlock the next chapter of your journey.
#PowerOfLearning #StephenLawrenceDay #SLD25 #CareerPathways #KnowledgeChangesEverything #Workshop #StephenLawrence
🌟 Congratulations to Abdalla Abdalla, winner of the Young Inspiration Award for the @youth_power_awards — in honour of Stephen Lawrence and #SLD25 🌟
Since joining sixth form in September 2023, Abdalla has shown remarkable leadership, empathy, and commitment to creating positive change within his school and wider community.
As Student Vice-President for Equality and Diversity at @nottinghamfreeschool1, Abdalla led a powerful fundraising campaign for Gaza—raising the highest ever charity total at the school—and created space for meaningful dialogue by organising workshops with peace activists from Israel and Palestine.
Through faith-led leadership, he also supports his school’s Muslim community, guiding students in daily and Friday prayers, and inspiring younger peers to embrace their identity with confidence and pride.
Abdalla is a true changemaker whose actions speak volumes. We are proud to honour his voice, vision, and impact. 👏🏾
#StephenLawrenceDay #KnowledgeChangesEverything #ChangeMaker #PowerOfLearning #SLD25 #YouthPowerAwards
🏆 Congratulations to Rose, winner of the @youth_power_awards : Rising Above Adversity Award, in honour of Stephen Lawrence and #SLD25 🏆
Rose has shown incredible strength, resilience, and leadership—overcoming personal challenges while continuing to uplift others. From supporting local charities to empowering young people, she’s a shining example of what it means to rise above adversity and lead with heart. 💛
We’re proud to celebrate her journey and the impact she’s making in her community.
Thank you to the judging panel and award sponsor LexisNexis Risk Solutions for recognising and championing the next generation of changemakers.
#StephenLawrenceDay #KnowledgeChangesEverything #ChangeMaker #PowerOfLearning #SLD25 #YouthPowerAwards
✨ Congratulations to Joanny Edom from Nottingham Girls’ Academy, recipient of the @youth_power_awards – Young Leader Award Winner in honour of Stephen Lawrence & SLD25✨
Joanny is a powerful force for change. As a founding member and KS4 Lead of her school’s Equality Group, she is a passionate advocate for racial justice, educational reform, and migrant rights—regularly speaking at Nottingham Citizens events and even taking her message to Westminster.
From leading campaigns for a safer school environment to calling for a more inclusive national curriculum, Joanny embodies what it means to be a trailblazer and changemaker.
👏🏽 We are so proud to celebrate young people like Joanny—leaders who are unapologetically using their voices to build a fairer, more inclusive future.
#StephenLawrenceDay #KnowledgeChangesEverything #ChangeMaker #PowerOfLearning #SLD25
