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Stephen Lawrence Day 2025 is about harnessing the power of knowledge to inspire lasting change.
This year, we focus on equipping the next generation with the tools, confidence, and understanding they need to shape a fairer, more inclusive society.
Because knowledge doesn’t just inform—it empowers. It uplifts. It transforms.
Because #KnowledgeChangesEverything.
I support the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation because I believe in the power of education, opportunity and community to change lives. By investing in young people, we’re building a fairer, more inclusive future — one where every young person can thrive.🧡 If you believe that #KnowledgeChangesEverything, join me and donate today.
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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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Proud to see the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation x Institute of Directors Leadership Scholarship featured in @BusinessMatters.
This is a national initiative empowering outstanding Black leaders across the UK.
We’re offering three fully funded places for exceptional Black leaders:
• Start-Up
• SME
• Public/Third Sector
Each scholar receives the IoD Certificate in Company Direction, 2 years’ membership, and access to powerful networks.
Who can apply:
• Self-identifying as Black or racially minoritised
• 2+ years senior leadership experience
• Proven impact + a clear vision for growth
👉🏾 Apply now via the link in our bio, or tag/share with someone who should!
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A huge thank you to Holly Milsom and all participants for hosting a fantastic Black History Month Bake Sale and Bake Off in support of the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation. 🧡
From delicious bakes and Caribbean cuisine to live steel-drum music and powerful talks on inclusion, the event was filled with creativity, joy, and purpose.
Congratulations to Sohini, who took home the win with her epic pumpkin creation judged on both look and taste. 🎉
Together, participants raised £332, which will be doubled through B&Q’s match-giving programme, helping us continue creating opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and thrive.
If you’d like to support our work like Holly and her team did, visit
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Championing Black Leadership in the UK 🧡
The Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation (SLDF) and the Institute of Directors (IoD) @instituteofdirectors have joined forces to launch a pioneering scholarship programme empowering Black leaders across the UK.
Three Leadership Scholarships will be awarded, one in each of the following categories:
• Start-Up
• SME (Small or Medium Enterprise)
• Public or Third Sector
Each recipient will receive full funding for the IoD Certificate in Company Direction, a two-year IoD membership, and exclusive access to mentoring, professional development, and influential leadership networks.
Together, we’re opening doors for exceptional talent, building equity in leadership, and strengthening the pipeline of Black professionals shaping the future of business and society.
👉🏾 Learn more and apply today: 🔗 Link in bio
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Black History Month Spotlight: Elsie Owusu OBE
@elsie_owusu OBE is a Ghanaian-British architect and urban designer whose work bridges continents and communities. As Principal of Elsie Owusu Architects, she has led major projects across the UK, Nigeria, and Ghana, including her role as co-lead architect for the UK Supreme Court and London’s Green Park Station.
A pioneer in sustainable and community-led design, Elsie is currently developing zero-carbon rural schemes in Ghana and eco-homes in Sussex, reflecting her lifelong commitment to using architecture as a force for environmental and social good.
She is the founding chair of the Society of Black Architects, trustee of the UK Supreme Court Arts Trust, and former vice-chair of the London School of Architecture, Elsie has been a driving force for diversity, heritage, and inclusion in the built environment.
Her generosity and support of the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation continue to open doors for aspiring architects, empowering the next generation to build on Stephen’s legacy.
👉🏾 Donate today and help us continue creating opportunities for young people to thrive in architecture and beyond.
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Black History Month Spotlight: Sir David Adjaye OBE RA
Sir David Adjaye @adjaye_visual_sketchbook OM OBE of @adjayeassociates is one of the most influential architects of our time, a visionary who has redefined modern architecture with purpose and cultural depth.
From designing the Stephen Lawrence Centre, a place of learning and inspiration built in Stephen’s memory, to global landmarks such as the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington D.C., Rivington Place in London, and the Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi, his work stands as a testament to representation, resilience, and legacy.
Through his designs, Adjaye has shown that architecture can tell powerful stories of identity, heritage, and hope for a more equitable future.
👉🏾 Donate today and help us continue creating opportunities for the next generation of architects and changemakers.
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Stephen’s story reminds us that legacy is not only about memory, but action. Every scholarship, every opportunity and every young life changed carries his name forward into the future.
At the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation, we are building a living legacy of equity and opportunity for the next generation.
🧡 Help us continue to make this possible.
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We’re pleased to announce Ebrahim Piperdy as the new Voluntary Treasurer of the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation.
Ebrahim is an award-winning housing and finance professional with over two decades of experience in local government, social housing, and charitable finance. His commitment to accountability and inclusion will strengthen how we steward resources that create meaningful change for young people.
With Ebrahim’s expertise, we continue to build a strong foundation for a more equitable future, one where knowledge and opportunity transform lives.
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We’re delighted to welcome Karen Daye as a new Trustee of the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation.
Karen is a Chartered Urban Planner with more than 25 years of experience shaping inclusive communities across London. Her work spans leadership in planning, governance, and advocacy for greater diversity in the built environment.
From mentoring emerging talent to championing equity in city spaces, Karen brings invaluable expertise and vision to our mission of creating opportunities for young people from underrepresented backgrounds.
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Opportunity can change everything.
Lucian Cole Blanchard is now pursuing Sportswear at London College of Fashion, where creativity, innovation, and inclusivity fuel his passion for design. His work is inspired by movement, heritage, and a drive to represent underrepresented stories in fashion.
Through the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation Scholarship, Lucian can now focus fully on his studies and use design to create change, honouring Stephen’s legacy with every step forward.
The financial pressures of higher education can hold talented young people back. Your support ensures that passion and potential, not financial barriers, define their future.
This scholarship was made possible through our partnership with @adidasuk and @lcflondon_ at London College of Fashion, UAL.
👉🏾 Donate today and help us continue to open doors for aspiring young creatives:
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Black History Month Spotlight: Tendai Mutyasera
Tendai Mutyasera was one of the early beneficiaries of Stephen’s legacy. Today, he is an architect with over 20 years of experience across four continents. His journey reminds us of how support can transform lives and careers in architecture.
One of the projects we’re proud to highlight is the Arthouse in Cornwall, a design that embodies creativity, context, and thoughtful spatial innovation. It stands as a testament to what’s possible when vision meets opportunity.
As part of celebrating UK Black architects who are paving the way, we honour Tendai for his commitment, expertise, and the path he continues to carve.
For many young people, the financial challenges of higher education can make this journey feel uncertain. Your support can help more of them overcome those barriers and realise their potential.
👉🏾 Donate today and help us continue opening doors for the next generation of architects and changemakers.
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