VOTESFORSCHOOLS NEWS
59,396 VOTERS HAVE THEIR SAY
Should the UK be a dictatorship? The majority of young people say No.
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UP FOR DISCUSSION: YOUTH SPACES
This week, VotesforSchools voters will be answering the question: “Would you use a local youth space?”
Why not discuss what you think about this question at home? Would you use a local youth space or not?
THIS WEEK’S BIG READ: EZRA COLLECTIVE
Ezra Collective is a music group from London Their style is inspired by jazz, hip-hop, afrobeat, reggae, and soul, making their music appealing to people of all ages. The BRITs Group of the Year includes five talented musicians: Femi Koleoso, TJ Koleoso, Joe Armon-Jones, Ife Ogunjobi, and James Mollison.
The members of Ezra Collective met through a youth jazz programme called Tomorrow's Warriors They credit youth spaces and music education for their success today. Femi Koleoso often talks about how important it is for young people to have the opportunity to learn music and play different instruments.
COMPREHENSION CHALLENGE
Where are Ezra Collective from? Which musical styles inspired Ezra Collective? How many people are members of Ezra Collective? How did Ezra Collective meet? What played a role in Ezra Collective’s success today?
