‘I Have a Voice’ was established to give youth between the ages of 16-25 who have experienced homelessness, know someone who has experienced homelessness or simply see homeless people on the street each day, an opportunity to share their story in a creative way.  This may be through storytelling, singing, acting, reciting a poem, playing an instrument or even beat boxing.

Performers for the event include Alyssa Harrigan, a singer and songwriter from the British Virgin Islands, actress Anita Okonkwo, Poet Kay Riley, Ke’Andrea Nicole, a TV and red carpet interview host and Ishy Dee, Singer/Songwriter/Producer. The MP of Lewisham, Vicky Foxcroft, will also be the guest speaker and she’ll be discussing the plans she has to help youth in the Lewisham borough.

As well as performances and presentations, there will be food, music and blessing bags for the first 100 attendees.  It is a free event for the general public to come together to listen to the youth and find ways in which they can make a difference in their local communities.

‘I Have A Voice’ will be taking place on the 16th April from 3-6pm at The Lewington Centre, 9 Eugenia Road, Rotherhithe, London, SE16 2RU.  You can register for the event at: http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/i-have-a-voice-an-event-tackling-youth-homelessness-tickets-20931069392 but be quick, as spaces are limited.