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‘A new Met for London’ launch
‘A new Met for London’ launch

Richard Taylor OBE helps Sir Mark Rowley launch the first of 32 borough meetings at the Damilola Taylor Centre in Peckham.

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7 December: Day of Hope
7 December: Day of Hope

Richard Taylor OBE with PM Boris Johnson at No. 10 on Damilola’s birthday to launch the annual Day of Hope.

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A legacy of positive change
A legacy of positive change

Creating hope in Damilola’s name

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Hope Campaign
Hope Campaign

Celebrating aspirations

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The Damilola
Taylor Trust

was established in May 2001 in memory of Damilola Taylor who was tragically killed in 2000 by an act of violence by two boys not much older than him.
Read Damilola's story

Every young person should have the opportunity to live their lives free of fear and violence, to dream big and face the future with confidence and optimism.

 

 
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WHY WE EXIST

We aim to provide a legacy of hope and opportunity for disadvantaged and under privileged young people.

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OUR PROJECTS

All of our activities and projects are designed to support vulnerable young people and improve their life chances.

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GET INVOLVED

Whether you want to join one of our programmes or partner with us, there are many ways to get involved.

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The Damilola Taylor Trust Needs Your Support

Your gift to the Damilola Taylor Trust will enable us to reach more young people who are vulnerable and at-risk. Through your generosity, we will be able to improve their life chances, ensuring that Damilola Taylor’s legacy is one of hope and opportunity.