The RISE Collective

• THE RISE PRESS TEAM •

Reporting to you live!🎙️All summer the RISE press team have been out interviewing on issues ranging from party politics to the party scene🪩🌟and it was about time we introduced them!

Starting at Diaspora festival in Bristol, moving up to Manchester to discuss the new Labour government & most recently asking the artists 🏕️ the press team have been behind the camera with the news you want to hear.

This summer has only been the beginning, and we look forward to what’s next📸🎙️ Keep your eyes peeled for what’s coming up!🖤

🎙️⭐️WE ARE AT WE OUT HERE FESTIVAL!!⭐️🎙️

Come on down to the Talks Tent at this Thursday for AMPLIFY LIVE ✨ Hosted by the wonderful & .slmt

This event will be a beautiful discussion on the power of care, joy and creativity in order to reach our revolutionary potential for the future✊🏾✊🏽✊🏼

We are so honoured to share the stage with our performers ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

As we have recently had a bunch of new followers, we thought we would reintroduce ourselves on the following slides!👋🏽

We can’t wait to see you!🪩🎤

A message to our collective🖤📣⭐️

🎙️⭐️ The RISE COLLECTIVE TAKEOVER PT.2🎙️⭐️

Tune in on Monday the 22nd of July to between 15:00-17:00!! The second ever RISE takeover will be delving into both new and old flavours, playing the tunes to relate to in times of political uncertainty. With a new government and plans for the future, how can we turn to creative art forms to feel inspired?💫🎸🎶
drey & will be exploring the underground scenes of resistance, bringing together a set of tracks with a taste for all things radical!⚡️

We are also so honoured to have an interview with the wonderful ✨ A refreshing reminder of the talent in this generation around all things vinyl, record and sound system culture!!

A massive thank you to & for offering a show🎙️…more to come keep your eyes peeled!✨

Dear Keir Starmer, your job starts now!✊🏾⭐️✊🏻⭐️✊🏽

On July the 4th 2024, a general election was held in the UK. As the votes came trickling in over night, the Labour Party won a landslide victory making Keir Starmer the new British Prime Minister.

We know that political action does not only exist in Westminster, it stretches across communities, collectives and underground spaces🪐🌟 Let’s make our voices heard beyond voting, applying pressure for genuine change and rising for collective liberation for the many not the few🌈✊🏾🌟💥

TODAY IS ELECTION DAY🗳️🗓️

Here at RISE we have been running our ‘RISE to Action’ General election campaign 2024. Today is the day that it all matters. We want youth voice to be heard in politics at this election and we want to demand change from the moment the votes are in🗳️

⭐️ Don’t forget your photo ID. Acceptable forms of ID include:

- Passport
- Driving License
- A Blue Badge
- Disabled Person’s Bus Pass
- Citizens Card
- Voter Authority Certificate

⭐️All of these forms of ID will still be accepted even if they are out of date!🗓️

⭐️If you have changed your name and do not have an updated form of ID with a new name, you will need to bring a document with you that proves you’ve changed your name. For example a both certificate📄

GET OUT THERE AND MAKE YOUR VOTE MATTER🗳️

🗓️Two days to go until Election Day!⭐️

Here at RISE we have been busy preparing some documents to help you navigate those last minute questions you may have about the future of UK politics🇬🇧

⭐️Hit up our LinkTree🔗in our bio to take a look at our newest guide on ‘How to read a manifesto’ 👓

⭐️With our guide you can click to see manifestos from the Conservative party, the Labour Party, the Green Party and Reform UK.

⭐️The RISE to Action Campaign hopes to inspire our collective to use their voice in the way they feel most reflects their attitudes and emotions to politics🎙️

⭐️ This post has been made by our Creative Campaign and Engagement Intern ! 💌

🗓️ Save these dates, people! Here's are some key milestones ahead of the UK general election! 🇬🇧✨

Don’t forget to register to vote by June 18th, the link is in our bio! 🧡

Young people have the passion, the drive, and the power to create meaningful change 📣

Despite lower voter turnout rates compared to those over 65, youth engagement in politics is vibrant and vital - we just need to be heard. Today, we’re shining a light on some incredible youth activists who have made a significant impact:

🌟 Olive Morris: Jamaican-born political activist and member of the British Black Panther Party. Olive fought for civil rights, housing, and women's rights, leaving an enduring legacy in Brixton despite her untimely passing at 27.

🌟 Yara Eid: Palestinian journalist and human rights activist in London. Yara uses her platform to raise awareness about Gaza, urging British citizens to press their government for change.

🌟 John O’Brien: Social activist from Harlem who fought for LGBTQ+ rights and participated in the Stonewall Riots. John’s early activism at just 20 years old helped propel the Gay Rights movement forward.

🌟 Mikaela Loach: Political activist and author of It’s Not That Radical: Climate Action to Transform our World. Mikaela recently took a stand at a Shell CEO conference, demanding the company address the devastating impacts of their operations in the Niger Delta.

🌟 Hale Zukas: Disabled human rights advocate who demanded accessible welfare services, public spaces and transportation. Hale's lifelong activism paved the way for a more inclusive world.

🌟 Fiona Lali: 26-year-old Revolutionary Communist candidate for Stratford and Bow in the general election. Fiona is committed to justice and aims to expose the political establishment’s complicity in global injustices.

Your voice is powerful. Use it.

Register to vote via the link! 🗳️✨

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Hey RISE family! 🌟 With the UK General Election coming up on July 4th, we're launching a special series to help you navigate everything you need to know.

Let us know what you'd like to hear about in the comments below!

For the next month, we'll be sharing important info, tips, and resources leading up to the election. Whether you're a first-time voter or just looking to stay informed, this series is for YOU.

Stay tuned and let's make our voices heard! 💬🗳️✨

That’s a wrap on 😎 Massive shout out to our radio team, who were working hard conducting interviews across the weekend - a true dream team 💫

Such a beautiful weekend, all of the appreciation to the Diverse Artists Network team, especially Jess, for making us feel so welcome and supported - it’s been such an honour 🙏

Finally a huge huge thank you to the artists and audience members who chatted to us over the weekend, there were too many incredible performers and creatives to tag!

Watch this space, we’ve got an exciting audio documentary in the works, complete with full length interviews, behind the scenes exclusives and good vibes from the heart of the festival!

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It's easy to feel disillusioned by our broken political system, especially when mainstream politicians seem so out of touch. But remember, change starts with us.

Let's make our voices heard in the May Elections 🌟

🎙️✨ Bristol creatives, exciting news! We want YOU to be part of our creative team, covering the vibes at DIASPORA! Festival 🌿✨

If you're aged 18-25 and passionate about music, culture, and storytelling, this is your chance to shine, and get PAID to do it 💫

Join us for a series of FREE workshops in interviewing, hosting, media training, and production, happening throughout April and leading up to the festival on May 4th & 5th.

As part of our content team, you'll get hands-on experience in crafting compelling content, featuring on live radio, interviewing artists and key figures, and even co-hosting our audio documentary on the festival.

No prior experience is needed - just bring your enthusiasm and love for creativity!

You will be supported every step of the way.

🚨Not only is the training free, but you’ll also be provided with equipment, travel, refreshments AND you will receive a fee on submission of the equipment and content after the festival 🚨

Don't miss out on this sweet opportunity to make your mark on the festival scene 😎

🔗 Apply now via the link in our bio 🔗

🌍🌿 What trace do we leave behind? What new worlds are possible out of the old? What would they sound like? ✨🌊⁠
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Our friends over at Word by Word have a new workshop coming up in Bristol!⁠
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Join artist, writer and filmmaker Asmaa Jama for a workshop exploring land and climate anxiety, through words, performance and sound.⁠
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Asmaa will take you through writing exercises based on the theme and share different performance techniques. They’ll then work with you to create a collective sound piece which you’ll be able to listen to at the end of workshop! ⁠
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Sunday 28th April | 3pm - 5pm | Watershed, Bristol⁠
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Tickets are £PayAsYouFeel, no prior experience needed:) particularly welcoming black and people of colour to join⁠
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Catch your tickets here: https://www.headfirstbristol.co.uk/whats-on/watershed/sun-28-apr-exploring-land-climate-words-sound-w-asmaa-jama-106636 💜⁠
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Looking back on our Youth Voice 101 training sessions last autumn with Young Westminster Foundation! 📣✨

We worked with 20 passionate youth workers to provide them with the tools to centre young people’s voices in their work, and empower them to speak out on the issues that matter most 🌟

Through hands-on workshops and insightful discussions, we explored methods to create environments where young people feel heard and valued, activities that build creativity and confidence, as well as practical solutions to centre young people in decision making.

Shoutout to Young Westminster Foundation for their support - we're proud to be part of a movement that amplifies young voices 💡

Big big shout out to the folks who made our makers market at Emerging Futures live last year 🌱

Love to , , , and for bringing the heat with their offerings! 🌟 From poetry that speaks to your soul, to sustainable threads and cultural greeting cards, they’ve got you covered.

Would you want to see another makers market at our next event? 🧐

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You’ve heard of co***ne bear, but how about co***ne fish? 🐟❄️

Jokes aside, this is corporate greed and mismanagement at its finest.

Thames Water investors have pulled £500 million in emergency funding as tensions escalate with regulators.

The company was hoping to give consumers a hefty 40% bill hike, along with leniency on fines and shareholder payouts, but regulatory body Ofwat brands their plan 'uninvestible'. 😤

You know things are bad when even Michael Gove won’t back you.

Despite record profits, the company's refusal to invest in infrastructure upgrades has led to a staggering 163% increase in raw sewage dumping into our precious water sources. 🌊💩

Profit margins should never come at the expense of public health and environmental well-being.

How is nationalisation looking to everyone right now? 🙄

🚨 Just 24 hours left! 🚨 We’re fundraising to give young and emerging creatives the space and support they deserve to thrive in creative careers.

Did you know that only 7.9% of UK creative workers come from a working class background? We’re on a mission to change that 🌱

With less than a day to go, we’ve raised an amazing 70% of our goal - we’re so gassed, but can you help us cross the finish line?

Every £1 you donate is doubled by the folks at - so your support goes twice as far!

Hit the link in the bio to help us build creative opportunities: https://donate.biggive.org/campaign/a056900001xpyoRAAQ…

We’re almost halfway there, with just 4 days to go! Can you support our Arts for Impact fundraiser? 🌱

Between the 19th to 26th of March, we’re on a mission to raise £5k to cover our next AMPLIFY Podcast Project. The best part? The Big Give will double every pound you donate! 🌟 Even the smallest donation, like or share can get us one step closer!

Our AMPLIFY Podcast Project is all about empowering the voices of emerging artists, especially those who have faced marginalisation. The goal is to provide a platform, equipment, training and payment for these talented individuals to share their stories, explore important themes, and spark conversations that drive positive change.

Let’s give early-career creatives the support they deserve 💜

Hey RISE family 💜 We're kicking off our fundraiser for the fourth AMPLIFY Podcast season!!

We need YOUR help to support young creatives in building their own podcasts and live events series 🎤

Here's how you can support:

Share our fundraiser! 🌐
Spread the word to friends, coworkers, and even your rich aunties! Let's make some noise together! 👇

Volunteer your time! 🕰️
Got skills and spare time? Join us in reaching our goal. Every extra hand helps!

Donate if you can! 🧡
Even the smallest contribution makes a difference, as donations will be doubled by the Big Give!

Our AMPLIFY Podcast Project is all about empowering the voices of emerging artists and creatives, especially those who face marginalisation. The goal is to provide a platform, equipment, training and payment for these talented individuals to share their stories, explore important themes, and spark conversations that drive positive change.

Check out the fundraiser link below to lend your support!

https://donate.biggive.org/campaign/a056900001xpyoRAAQ

Together, we can give young & emerging creatives the support they deserve 🌱

🎭✨ Hey folks! Have you heard about the 'Turning the Screw' Showcase next week at King's Head Theatre?

Catch a lineup of rapidly-written pieces by emerging writers, including a new short play by the one and only Arden Fitzroy! 🌟

These tales are crafted in response to the themes brought up in 'Turning the Screw’, an award-winning play that delves into historic power imbalances within the arts, exploring the story of British composer Benjamin Britten at the height of the 1950’s ‘pink panic’ era 🎭

Snag your £5 ticket via King's Head Theatre! 🎟️

What kind of topics do you want to see explored in the next AMPLIFY Podcast series? 🧐

The AMPLIFY Podcast project supports creatives to produce their own podcast episodes from home - giving them all the tools they need to DIY their own show.

All episodes are available wherever you listen to your podcasts! Search ‘Amplify RISE Collective’ 🎧

Interested in learning more about RISE, AMPLIFY, or our other projects? Hit the link in the bio to visit our website 🌐

Looking back on AMPLIFY | The Live Show: Emerging Futures 🌱 Such a heartwarming night filled with thought-provoking chat, crazy talented artists and joyful community spirit 💜

All thanks to the beautiful crowd who came through, as well as:

🌱 Our inspiring, thought-provoking speakers:




🎶 The wildly talented performers:




🎧 on DJ duties

🎨 , our live artist

🦋 The amazing makers at our mini market:


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🎙 Your hosts for the evening:slmt


📸 The creative genius behind these pictures:


⭐️ for hosting us!
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If you want to catch up on Emerging Futures, check the link in our bio or search ‘Amplify Emerging Futures’ wherever you listen 🎧�

Tired of the dehumanisation, tired of the scapegoating 👇

Rishi Sunak has come under fire this morning for shamelessly ‘joking’ about the ‘definition of a woman’ in the commons, as Brianna Ghey’s mother sat in the public gallery.

Just four days ago, Judge Justice Yip jailed Brianna’s killers, citing transphobia as a leading motive for the crime.

Brianna was a bright young woman who deserved to live a long, fulfilling and happy life.

Let's be clear, this wasn't just a 'tasteless joke.' It's another instance of transphobic rhetoric from the Prime Minister.

Rishi's words aren't isolated; they feed into the ongoing dehumanisation and persecution of trans individuals in the UK.

Stop using trans folks as scapegoats for your failures, pls and thank you!

Swipe through for links, reading and resources 💜

No one captures a vibe quite like ✨

Live painting from AMPLIFY Live: Emerging futures at - featuring our headliner 🌱

Asha is a painter, writer, educator and cultural practitioner based in South London creating work through practical and embodied knowledge. Go visit her page to check out some of her recent work - we guarantee you’ll be a fan 😎

Who do you want to see at our next AMPLIFY Live event? 🧐

Love to everyone who was involved ✨





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Supporting folks on their creative journey is what we do 🤝

Some kind words from an AMPLIFY Podcast participant - it's always so uplifting to hear from our RISE family!

The AMPLIFY Podcast project supports creatives to produce their own podcast episodes from home - giving them all the tools they need to DIY their own show.

Interested in learning more about RISE, AMPLIFY, or our other projects? Hit the link in the bio to visit our website 🌐

Dr Benjamin Obadiah Iqbal Zephaniah was born and raised in Birmingham, England.
By the time Benjamin had turned 13 he had already finished education and was heavily influenced by poetry and music of Jamaica which was named 'street politics'.
An absolute pioneer in the game, Benjamin rejected an OBE which was awarded to him for the work he has done for Global Majority communities and his contribution to poetry. Benjamin rejected this because he said it would be hypocritical as he has been fated by empire and slavery his whole life.

Benjamin gave so much and we here at RISE would like to thank him for his dedication and contributions he has made to arts, poetry and for inspiring so many children and young people.

Rest In Power

👏🎉THANK YOUUU🎉👏

Team Lewis is a Global Marketing Agency and we are thrilled to share that a donation from their Foundation has been making some waaaaves 🌊

Through supporting our Amplify podcasting and events program, they have helped build a youth-led platform for young creatives, artists and activists. And we are very very grateful.

Click the link in our bio to check out Amplify and the work of the incredible Team Lewis Foundation.

And a massive shout-out to Tristan Blackburn, Samuel Dean and Josh Bygrave .... absolute legends 🔥