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Contents News My goodness, so much has been going on we’ve had to extend news to two pages. Turn the page to catch up on all the latest news and gossip from Hackney.
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Editorial If you haven’t made a New Year’s resolution yet, then we have a suggestion: you should read Contrast magazine, every word of it, every time it comes out. If you’re feeling adventurous then email us and tell us what you think, at contrast@socialspider.com or if you’re feeling extremely adventurous come along to one of our evening drop-in sessions. Our first issue of 2009 is packed with great stuff to see you through until spring. We have Rachel’s guide to grime, Rhasan’s introduction to volunteering at the Geffrye Museum, Elsa’s hot tips on all the fashion essentials and Abi’s guide to romantic films for Valentine’s Day. Following on from this amorous theme we have a selection of love poetry written by young people in Hackney at the back of the magazine. Could you wish for more? No, most certainly not. Contrast Editorial Team
Oh la la! Films to fall in love to as voted for and recommended by young people from Hackney. See if your favourite film made it into our Top 5.
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6-7 Fashion Forget all those other fashion magazines. All you need to know is right here, with top tips and trends from our fashion team.
Film Warning: do not read this restaurant review if you are hungry. You may end up chewing the corner of this magazine. Contrast magazine may look good, but it doesn’t taste very nice.
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Creative Writing
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Check out some of the finest poetry written by young people from Hackney. You’ll laugh, cry and be moved by some of these works.
Contrast is published by Social Spider. Social Spider is a Community Interest Company registered in England, No 4846529 The views expressed in Contrast do not necessarily reflect those of Social Spider or Hackney Council © 2008 Social Spider Community Interest Company ISSN 1754-0623 Contrast is printed on paper that comes from sustainable sources and is monitored by the Forest Stewardship Council, an international organisation that promotes the responsible management of the world’s forests. Advertising: If your organisation is interested in advertising, please call Stephen on 020 8521 7956 or email: stephen@ socialspider.com Download our media pack from www.socialspider.com/contrastmediapack for information on our rates and specifications. Printing managed by: Ten Alps Publishing, 9 Savoy Street, London, WC2E 7HR Tel: 020 7878 2300 Contrast editorial team: Abi Oyéwumi, Lilian Jones, Rona Skerratt, Christian Jensen, Durelle Stevens, Rachel Eriemo, Elsa Mampuya, Rhasan Brunner, Michelle Akpata Contrast assistant designers: Merzan Roudette and Gordon Adeymi Contrast staff team: Mark Brown, David Floyd, Stephen Gardiner, Laurie Penny, David Warrington & Anna Selby The Contrast team would like to thank: SkyWay, Fionn Greig, Yasmin Siddique, Andre Cole, Michael Connors, Gina Wilkins, Danielle Sedaghat, Nancy Loader, Gracia Douglas and Salman Malik Contrast is funded by Hackney Youth Opportunity Fund, which is managed by young people in Hackney Youth Service. Contrast is supported by: SkyWay, Hackney Libraries, Hackney Youth Parliament and Exposure Organisation Limited.
History in the making Barak ing to meet Imagine gett That ’s . nd aking his ha Obama and sh lected -e ly of the new what some bers em m t h Parliamen 08, Hackney Yout 20 er ob s. In Oct ent did. Jealous? Ye w es at id ected cand ece seven of the el pi a ss ne DC to wit e ad to Washington al oj m O a Skerratt, im of histor y. Ron K i, nj tu atthew Oye Olusanya, M ard, Red-Man-Pin ce eal Pham, Patri m Is d an nd-Scott la ck ri St e in Jasm lected d right) were se Zakaria (picture ey reth s te ount of vo am e th on d se ba they had l as the effort el w as , ed iv ce Parliaackney Youth H e th to in t pu . ment Elections about has been made ry ta en m cu do A Chanmay be aired on the trip which e, you im nt ea . In the m ar ye is th 4 l ne : www. ore by visiting m t ou d fin n ca thehype.info
Rona Skerratt tells Contrast abou t the trip, “We went to America to get a feel for democracy in the States and to have a better understanding of politics as we are the new face of young politics in Hackne y. We worked in a place called Eclipse whe re we were part of the team canvassing vote s for Obama’s campaign. “During the trip we went to the Wh ite House. The experiences and thou ghts I had in that place were so strong. We stood in the corridors where Obama will be walking in January. We also went to Virg inia to watch the last pre-election rally. We stood for ten hours waiting to see the man himself. As soon as he stepped foot on to the stage there was an amazing silence from the whole crowd. As he spoke his wor ds hit home to all of us with tears in our eyes. It was so inspiring. For some of us, this was a very moving trip. To get the chance to go away was amazing, but to go to Americ a at such an important time in history topp ed it all off. We didn’t just witness an imp ortant moment in history, we were part of it.”
Changing rooms Everyone loves a make over. In a She’s All That style, the Rathbone Centre in Hackney has just undergone a major re-vamp with help from urban artists, Outside Ink. With all the excitement, even the MP Diane Abbott (pictured above) couldn’t resist popping along for a look. You too can see what’s been happening. There will be an open day on January 23rd to show prospective referral agencies and young people around the centre and find out more about what Rathbone does. For information email Danielle Sedaghat on Danielle.Sedaghat@ rathboneuk.org
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The decision to choose just one winner was too tough for adjudicators at the Mini Mogul event in November. Joint winners, Glass Pebbles, and It’s Upshot, went home with £1,500 each to help move their businesses forward. Glass Pebbles is a company that produces unique hand-made glass jewellery and is run by Minu Jose Padayathil (16), Anu Jose Padayathil (16), Sabat Majid (16) and Mridul Rose-James (18). Co-winners, It’s Upshot was set up by Sebastian Thiel (18), Claudio Simao (19) and Mikel Ameen (20) and is a branded clothing line which aims to create a new world youth culture to bring out people’s diverse personalities. Young people from Hackney were invited to submit an application form, then nine finalists were selected to pitch their business ideas to a panel in a Dragons Denstyle show at Oceanmusic ven-
ue. Over 350 guests settled into Ocean’s main auditorium to watch the action on the big screen with all the teams, which included: Sali’s Children, On This Ting, Inki Dynk, A Personal Touch, Refreshers and Bottom Line Theatre Company. Runners-up, Freedom Bags, will receive six months’ free telephone coaching from Fraser James Associates Ltd worth over £350. Freedom Bags is a social enterprise that customises, promotes and sells recycled bags made by ex-prostitutes in India. The event was funded by the government’s Youth Opportunity Fund (YOF) and Youth Capital Fund (YCF). Andy Fraser, founder of Youth Skills Network, who managed the event said: “It was a great success. I can’t wait to see who will be Mini Mogul 2009!”
Entrepreneurs wanted Have you got a bright idea? If you have, then you could be just what Apprentice winner, Tim Campbell, is looking for. Hackney has been chosen as the first borough to launch an amazing project. The Bright Ideas Trust offers young people aged 16 – 30 get help to run their businesses by investing money and expertise. Campbell (pictured right) said, “We want to help young people get involved in business, to see that it is fun and that through business they can achieve success no matter what their background. If they have a bright idea and the commitment to succeed, we will help them achieve their goals. “My message to young people is this: anyone who wants to work hard and pursue a good business idea can be successful, especially with the right support.” For more information go to www.brightideastrust.com
Trendsetters Frills
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What’s sizzling in the snow? Fashion reflects what is going on around us. Right now the bad weather and credit crunch are making us depressed. What better way to cheer ourselves up than by Over-the -knee reading Elsa Mampuya’s guide to what’s rocking and what’s popping! boots eggings If you are short of money after Christmas and if the credit crunch still Foil L won’t leave you alone, then vintage clothing and making-do are trends that will suit you. Buying second-hand clothes or recycling old clothes and turning them into a high fashion look lets you express yourself and means that you don’t have to spend much. To get that vintage look try a little lace, frills and layering. This Victorian style was all over the catwalks in autumn 2008, and you can’t help but notice Rhianna working the look in her video for Take A Bow. People often think that lace is just about being sexy but you can also use lace to add class to your wardrobe. You can save money when you go shopping by being on the lookout for a one-piece item such as shiny leggings that you can wear with a dress, top or shirt; they go with everything. Shiny leggings are a must-have for your wardrobe in 2009. To stay warm this winter why not try footwear that is suitable for the weather? Over-the-knee boots can be casual wear or glammed up with foil leggings. Biker boots are also new, fresh and something different. Finally, complete your look with some big statement jewellery. You don’t have to go all out on your dress, it can be black and plain, but with the right piece of jewellery, you’ll be the big thing this winter.
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The trendy colours this winter are classic black and ‘Dark Romance’. ‘Dark Romance’ means wearing colours like purples and dark reds paired with black, think Gothic chic. Celebrities such as Leona Lewis, Rhianna and Kate Moss are all wearing it at the moment.
Note that over-the-knee does not mean thigh-high boots. If you are thinking Pretty Woman, think again. Also useful to mention that foil leggings double up as a mirror in times of need.
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Architectural Dresses
We could hardly do a feature on romantic films without highlighting Bollywood cinema. Bollywood films are the perfect mix of comedy, tragedy and oh la la romance! Firstly, let’s introduce some Bollywood royalty: the current king and queen of romance, Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan (SRK). The chemistry between these actors makes any film electric; a movie with these two as the love focus is guaranteed to be an international success. With that in mind, let’s begin our guide to romantic Bollywood films. The first film to watch on our list is: Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge. Kajol’s character embarks on a trip across Europe where she meets SRK’s character. It isn’t until their adventure is over that she realises she has fallen in love with him. You will be swept along the journey and just when you think it is over, it is only beginning.
Our next Kajol-SRK recommendation is Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, which has an unusual love triangle plot. Make sure you have a big box of tissues for this one. Now, at this point we will move away from Kajol and SRK combinations, however we cannot tear ourselves away from Bollywood heartthrob Shahrukh Khan yet. If you’d like something moving then Kal Ho Na Ho or Devdas will be right up your street. Or if you’re looking for a romantic film with a bit more edge, then try Dil Se. Chaiya Chaiya, a song at the start of the film is sung by the acclaimed Sukhwinder Singh and the dance routine was filmed on top of a moving train! If you’re of the opinion that old is
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What type of film is best for a date? Oh dear. Contrast asked young people from Hackney what type of film is best to see on a date. The results from our survey mean that since so few of you would recommend seeing romantic films, this whole feature is pointless! Still, we did ask. As a compromise may we suggest a romantic-comedy with a few scary scenes? That way everyone is happy.
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We asked young people from Hackney to name their favourite romantic film and these names kept coming up. So here they are, in no particluar order:
Love and Basketball
Love and sport in one film: two things that unite and divide us. With this combination they were always on to a winner. Two friends grow up sharing the same dream: the dream of success, the dream of each other. Be prepared - this film pulls on the heartstrings so much that you think they will snap.
Save the last Dance
As with the above, dancing and romance make a great combination. If only Julia Stiles was a little less annoying this film would be perfect.
Love Actually
Those who are allergic to cheese should avoid watching this. Love Actually tends to have the marmite effect on people. You are probably more likely to persuade you mum to watch it than you are your boyfriend. Still, since it made it into our top five, the people who like it must outweigh the ones that don’t, so it must be doing something right.
Romeo & Juliet
We defy you not to swoon. Combining Shakespeare’s words with Baz Luhrman’s vision has created this masterpiece. Forbidden love stories rarely end happily, but this one still takes your breath away at the end.
Pretty Woman
Even if you haven’t seen this film, you’ll probably know the songs and the plot. A modern Cinderella story of sorts, this classic is a must see. Abi Oyéwumi
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Making it in the media People often say getting into journalism is so competitive. So what? The best things in life always are. It doesn’t mean you should give up. Here’s a little advice from Christian Jensen on how to achieve your dream For all you aspiring journalists out there be warned: there is going to be a battle for the places at the good universities. Being one among thousands of applicants means you have to stand out and prove that you are what the universities are looking for. Don’t be afraid if you haven’t got straight As. Journalism is one of the few courses where many universities will evaluate you not just on your grades but also on your personality. Journalism takes a certain type of character; it takes vivacity, perseverance and an inquisitive nature. Tutors know they can’t find this out just by looking at a set of grades. Therefore, if you write an impressive personal statement filled with facts and reasons why you could be the next star reporter, magazine columnist or documentary maker, then you will be able to get in even if your maths or science grades drag your average down. Your personal statement will be very thin if all you write is: ‘I love journalism and think I would be good at it.’ You have to get out there and invest some energy. Here are a handful of things to put in your statement that will blow the universities away. Work placement: The best thing you can do is contact every newspaper, broadcasting studio and magazine out there and get some work experience. Many newspapers have deals with universities and will therefore already be booked up, but if you give your local newspapers or smaller magazines a try you should find a work placement for a week or two. Be prepared to send a lot of emails and make a lot of phone calls, but it will be worth it. Read, read, read: Get your hands on the free newspapers on the tube and make it a daily routine to read them. Also getting started on the heavier books will help you a lot.
Experience: There are many ways you can get experience rather than through work placements. You could get involved in reporting for the school newsletter, website or magazine. If you don’t have a school magazine then set one up! Volunteering is also a good way to gain extra skills. It shows that you are independent, socially committed and aware. There are a lot of great opportunities out there to do your bit for society, learn a new skill and make some new friends at the same time. There are also a number of activities for 13 to 25-year-olds in Hackney. contact Emma Riches, at Hackney Voluntary Action giv@hackneyvoluntaryaction.org.uk for more details. Write, photograph, record: no matter what type of journalist you want to become, start working on some examples you can show to prove what you are capable of doing. Write a blog, make a photo series, record an interview, anything that will show them that you have what they want: skills and energy. And lastly have fun. Journalism is one of the most exciting and interesting areas of work out there and you will never have to worry about long boring endless days if you get your dream job.
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Get invovled Volunteering or doing work expe rience at the Geff seum is a great rye Muway to learn ab out history, mak and gain new e friends skills. Rhasan Brunner caught young volunteers up with Jade, Yasmin, Sh antel and Sunn who are aged be y tween 14 and 19 . Being a young volunteer at th e Geff rye Museum means that you will get involved in a num ber of the activi ties as well as giving tours of the m useum. Don’t worry if you don’t like talking in front of people. Not m any of us do. All th e volunteers ag re ed doing tours w as a little fright ening, but that it has improved th eir confidence and they felt proud of their achievem ents. Yasmin says, “W hen there were more peop le it was quite scar y but as I got in to my flow I didn’t feel nervous. In the beginning, it was ne rve-racking bu t I’ve built my confidence up now.” The Geff rye M us eum offers all mation you’ ll ne the infored an d gi ves volunteers research, so yo topics to u will be a spec ialist in no tim like histor y then e. If you you should defin itely give this a To become a to tr y. ur guide you ca n contact the G Museum. It m eff rye ight be useful to do some rese pop along to th arch or e museum to fin d out more abou is there. There t what is also plenty of information on website. their
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Yorkshire Lass
Chewing gum A packet of sweets A bottle of water A chocolate bar An apple ahh an apple Is interesting An apple is different An apple is red My favourite is red My favourite is Royal Gala A nice sweet crunchy one Is good An apple doesn’t Always taste like it should To be continued….
The Red Hot Anchovy
Jekyll and Hyde Jekyll and Hyde One hand bears the knife The other, a rose. The rag in front of the bull Flicks the switch From love to hate Both in equal measure. Contained emotions burn Hot like fire Inside this tightened jar Visible darkness Pale light The eyes well adjusted to the former But the desired is the latter.
Karen Quaker
Apple Poem The red sheen in my eyes I watch as it glistens slow The stem deep inside As it bruises through hearts My soft tender bite The red hunger nights Fulfills from my delight Of this shape Its shape such as different Such as different journeys it goes Such as its journeys it flows Such as it journeys it flows through me As its hard crunch breaks silence As its hard crunch breaks through The red sheen in my eyes As I ate as I watched it glisters slow.
Jerell
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