Join the movement to inspire change, empower youth, and create a more equitable future.
The Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation’s 2025 campaign shines a spotlight on the power of education, storytelling, and shared history to change lives. By equipping young people with knowledge, we empower them to build a fairer, more just society, one that honours Stephen’s legacy.
Ways to Get Involved
Whether you’re an educator, an ally, a young person or a supporter, there’s a way for you to make an impact.
Why Knowledge? Why Now?
Honouring Stephen’s legacy by turning awareness into action through education.
Stephen Lawrence’s legacy teaches us that education is a tool for justice, truth, and transformation. In a world facing systemic inequalities, knowledge equips us to speak out, stand up, and create lasting change.
Help Spread the Word
Amplify Stephen’s legacy. Use your voice. Share the campaign.
Download our social media toolkit and help raise awareness using #KnowledgeChangesEverything.
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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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@SLDAYFDN
⏳ Only 3 days left to apply!
Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity to break into the fashion industry with real support.
🎓 The Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation Scholarship, supported by @adidasuk , offers £75,750 over three years to four Home students from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds or those who’ve completed the UAL Insights Programme to study at @lcflondon_ London College of Fashion, UAL.
This is more than funding.
It’s about honouring Stephen’s legacy and empowering a new generation of creative leaders.
🗓 Deadline: Sunday 1 June 2025
📍Apply now via the UAL Student Portal
Know someone starting at LCF this September?
Tag them below and help spread the word. This opportunity could change their life 💬👇🏾
🎨 Let your talent shine. Fashion your future.
📸 Bottom left: Aicha Thomas, MA Fashion Photography graduate 2023
📍Top right: Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
#StephenLawrenceDay #SLDF #UAL #ScholarshipOpportunity #FashionEducation #PowerOfLearning #KnowledgeChangesEverything #Adidas #LondonCollegeofFashion #CreativeIndustries #4DaysLeft #DeadlineApproaching
Behind the scenes of SLD25: Knowledge Changes Everything, a project driven by purpose, passion, and powerful partnerships.
A huge thank you to the brilliant team at Doc Hearts who shot and directed the campaign video, with special mentions to Marcus Jones (@j.marcus.jones ) and Andy Mundy-Castle (@andymsee ).
Appreciation also to Samuel Panda (@samuelpanda ) from Huey Hutch (@hueyhutch), who has been steering SLDF’s digital marketing for 5 years strong.
Shout out to our talented makeup artist Tellica Roseway (makeupby_miss_t), Kingsley from Freezeframe Media (@freezeframeinfo ) for capturing stunning behind-the-scenes shots, and Joke Amechi (@joke_eheritage ) for bringing it all together in this incredible BTS video.
Of course, none of this would be possible without the inspiring SLDF beneficiaries who shared their stories with such authenticity and courage.
Special thanks to the University of Greenwich and Old Royal Naval College for opening their doors and helping us bring this vision to life.
This was truly a collective effort. Thank you all for playing a part in keeping Stephen’s legacy alive and pushing it forward.
🎥 𝐉𝚘𝚔𝚎́ 𝐀𝚖𝚎𝚌𝚑𝚒 @joke_eheritage
#StephenLawrenceDay #SLD25 #KnowledgeChangesEverything #PowerOfLearning #BehindTheScenes #DocHearts #HueyHutch #UniversityofGreenwich #OldRoyalNavalCollege #YouthPower #StephenLawrence #LegacyInAction #FreezeFrameMedia
On 23rd April, @disneyuk hosted an internal ‘Sip and Build’ event in partnership with the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation. This inspiring internal event honoured Stephen’s dream of becoming an architect while raising awareness internally.
A heartfelt thank you to Genny Toure for bringing the event to life, and to our Interim CEO @donaldmbeutcha for leading with purpose. We’re truly grateful to Disney and all their employees for embracing Stephen’s legacy and supporting our mission with such creativity and care.
🧡 Every pound makes a difference. Every action creates change.
👉🏾 Donate today via the link in bio.
#StephenLawrenceDay #SLD25 #PowerOfLearning #StephenLawrence #Disney #Fundraising #Community
We’re honoured to be nominated for Partnership of the Year at The King’s Foundation Awards @kingsfdn . This recognition highlights the meaningful collaboration between our organisations to create opportunities for young people to thrive.
Congratulations to all the incredible nominees working to make a difference in communities across the UK.
We look forward to celebrating together on Thursday 12th June at St James’s Palace and continuing the work to build a fairer, more inclusive future where every young person has the opportunity to flourish.
#TheKingsFoundation #PartnershipOfTheYear #SLD25 #StephenLawrenceDay #StephenLawrence #Nominee #Community #KnowledgeChangesEverything
A big thank you to @fouragencyhq, one of our key supporters, who kindly marked this year’s Stephen Lawrence Day with a powerful display throughout their office. Their boards shared Stephen’s story—from his early life and tragic death to the fight for justice and the mission of the Foundation.
More than just an internal tribute, it was a meaningful showcase seen by clients visiting their offices each week. Thank you, Four, for helping to keep Stephen’s legacy alive through awareness, education, and community impact.
#StephenLawrenceDay #SLDF #SLD25 #PowerOfLearning #community #CommunitySupport #StephenLawrence #FourAgency
On Thursday 15 May, our Founder, Baroness Doreen Lawrence @dlawrenceobe joined Haringey Youth Services @haringeycouncil for a powerful day of youth-led performances, inspiring speeches, creative workshops and the heartfelt unveiling of a final artwork honouring Stephen Lawrence.
In the lead-up, workshops were held across local schools, introducing young people to Stephen’s story and legacy. We’re incredibly grateful to Haringey Youth Services for this meaningful work with young people aged 11–19 (up to 25 with SEND), and for helping to keep Stephen’s name alive through creativity, education and community.
#StephenLawrenceDay #SLDF #PowerOfLearning #HaringeyYouth #StephenLawrence #SLD25 #Community #YouthEmpowerment
The Youth Power Awards brought the energy, the celebration, and most importantly, the recognition that young people in our communities truly deserve.
A huge congratulations to all the incredible winners and runner ups. Your passion, talent and commitment to making a difference was truly inspiring. This recognition is well-earned and we’re so proud to have witnessed it.
A heartfelt thank you to Romel Davis @romel.davis1 for his ongoing dedication to running the awards in honour of Stephen and for his commitment to supporting and inspiring young people year after year. And thank you to Nova Education Trust for supporting this year’s event.
Well done to the entire Youth Power Awards team on an unforgettable night. We can’t wait to see what you have in store for next year.
Thank you to all the partners and sponsors who made the night possible. What a way to mark Stephen Lawrence Day.
#YouthPower #StephenLawrenceDay #sld25 #stephenlawrence #PowerOfLearning #CelebratingYouth #Nottinghamshire
Rasha joins the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation for our Career Series 🧡
As Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Coordinator at @arsenal F.C, Rasha plays a key role in driving forward initiatives that create a more inclusive environment across the club and its wider community.
With a passion for building spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued, Rasha’s work focuses on embedding EDI principles into everyday practice — from staff engagement to community outreach. Her journey shows how dedication to inclusion can help shape stronger, more connected organisations.
Visit the link in our bio for full access to our Career Series and Power of Learning Hub, where we explore learning beyond the classroom. Our Hub offers resources to spark curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and help young minds thrive in today’s world.
#poweroflearning #stephenlawrenceday #stephenlawrence #sld25 #knowledgechangeseverything #videoseries #bestadvice #inspiration #uk #careers #diversityandinclusion #arsenalfc #edi
🎓 The Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation Scholarship supported by @adidasuk is now open for applications!
In partnership with @lcflondon_ London College of Fashion, UAL this scholarship offers £75,750 over three years to support four Home students from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds or those who’ve completed the UAL Insights Programme.
This opportunity is about more than funding. It honours Stephen’s passion for creativity and opens doors in the fashion industry for young changemakers.
If you’re starting a listed course at London College of Fashion in September 2025 and meet the criteria, apply by Sunday 1 June 2025.
🎨 Let your talent shine. Fashion your future.
📅 Deadline: 1 June 2025
📍Apply via the UAL Student Portal
Know someone who’s starting at LCF this September? Share this opportunity with them and tag them in the comments below 💬👇🏾
📸 Bottom left: Aicha Thomas, graduate MA Fashion Photography 2023, London College of Fashion, UAL
📍Top right: Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
#StephenLawrenceDay #SLDF #UAL #ScholarshipOpportunity #FashionEducation #PowerOfLearning #KnowledgeChangesEverything #Adidas #LondonCollegeofFashion #CreativeIndustries
In partnership with @davinaebikeme’s @doulatherapies, we’re exploring how breathwork can help young people find clarity, calm, and confidence.
Tap into this transformative resource now on our Power of Learning Hub and discover tools to build resilience, well-being, and purpose.
🔗 stephenlawrenceday.org/power-of-learning-hub/davina-ebikeme-doula-therapies
🧡 Every pound makes a difference. Every action creates change
👉🏾 Donate today via link in bio
#PowerOfLearning #StephenLawrenceDay #YouthWellbeing #MindBodyConnection #KnowledgeChangesEverything #LegacyInAction
