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This project successfully funded on 4th August 2020, you can still support them with a donation.
This project successfully funded on 4th August 2020, you can still support them with a donation.
Aim: Run the race to read about Black Culture, History and Anti-Racism. All funds raised will go to The Black Ticket Project.
Next Generation Youth Theatre (NGYT) believe that young Black people deserve to be able to access Theatre and the Arts, have their voices amplified and be able to express themselves and see themselves represented in stories and on stage.
NGYT is committed to increasing opportunities and access for Young Black People and audiences in events, activities and performances in Luton and within NGYT. We are working to ensure our cohort is representative of Luton’s celebrated Diversity.
NGYT is a place that Young Black People belong, are heard and celebrated.
We will donate all funds raised by The Reading Race to The Black Ticket Project.
What is The Black Ticket Project?
The Black Ticket Project was created in 2018 by cultural producer Tobi Kyeremateng (https://tobikyere.com/). The Black Ticket Project gives young Black people the opportunity to experience the theatre for free or at a discounted rate, introducing them to new forms of expression that truly represent them.
For more information see: https://www.patreon.com/blackticketproject
What is The Reading Race?
The Reading Race is a project that invites you to read, research and learn more about Black Culture, History and Anti-Racism. All funds raised will go to The Black Ticket Project.
How do I get involved?
All you have to do is purchase a book or choose a book you already own that shares the stories of Black characters and shines a light on Black Culture, History or Anti-Racism. Then simply donate to the Crowdfunder, read and share!
You can:
-Go Solo: Purchase a book, make a donation and show your commitment to the project.
-Run the Marathon: Purchase a book, read in a set length of time, e.g. 24 hours and ask people to sponsor your race by donating.
-Be Generous: You can Purchase a book, donate and gift the book to someone else to take part.
-Run the Relay: You can purchase a book, donate and then pass on your book and nominate someone to do the same- don’t let them drop the baton!
-Run a Book Club: You might be part of an organisation or group, purchase some books, donate as a collective and host a book club online.
-Sharing is Caring: You can share a book you already own with someone else and together make a donation.
What should I read?
Below are just some of the books we recommend:
Then what? We would love for you to share your love of books and what you read with your family, friends and community online:
Spread the word by uploading a picture of your book online, @ the authors and contributors, #TheReadingRace and share this Crowdfunder link to donate.
How you choose to take part is up to you. The most important thing is that we must run this race together. There is only one race to be won #BlackLivesMatter.