A concert aimed at combating the spread of gang culture is being backed by stars from the worlds of music and football.
The sixth annual Peace Concert, which is expected to be attended by up to 800 youths, aims to promote an alternative for many South London youths who find themselves facing a life of violence and crime.
A range of public figures will attend the event including Damilola Taylor's cousin Chris Preddie, the mother of Andre Smartt-Ford, the teenager murdered inside Streatham Ice ink in 2007, and rapper Dreddy Kruger. Mayor Boris Johnson may also attend the event and England Footballer Jermaine Defoe has sent a video message in support.
The event, organised by support group Storm Empowerment, will include live music, educational stalls and speeches from the guests. Speakers will discuss the impact of gun and knife crime and solutions to the growing threat of gang culture.
Marie Hanson, founder of Storm Empowerment and the event, said: "It's for Children to be aware of the dangers of knife and gun crime and to put alternatives in place. It's about empowering the young people."
The event will be held on Thursday August 4, at Wandsworth Town Hall from 3pm to 10pm.
For tickets email stormempowerment@hotmail.co.uk
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