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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Carla Feric

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Jamal edwards mother unveils london project honouring his legacy - Caught on Camera

  • Loose Women’s Brenda Edwards has opened a new community hub in west London, marking four years since the death of her son, pioneering DJ and music entrepreneur Jamal Edwards.
  • The Self Belief Creative Community Hub, launched by the Jamal Edwards Self Belief Trust, aims to empower young people and continue Jamal's legacy.
  • Located on the Acton housing estate where Jamal grew up, the hub offers facilities such as music and podcast studios, co-working spaces, and a subsidised kitchen.
  • It will host programmes focused on creativity, wellbeing, life skills, and employability, reflecting Jamal's vision to help young people and unite communities.
  • Brenda Edwards described the project as "absolutely pivotal" in navigating her grief, fulfilling her son's wishes outlined in a letter he left her.

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