A woman Ebony
with heart Torrington
Ebony Torrington was just
20 when she hosted her
first charity event for her
not-for-profit faith-based
organisation ‘Hope Restored’
The event was based around
teenage pregnancy and also
the factors that may have
caused this issue to be so
common in modern society
e.g. peer pressure, insecurities,
broken homes etc.
Ebony is involved in quite a
few projects at the moment
that all aim to ‘restore hope’.
My dad Arthur Torrington C.B.E is one of many
who inspire me. He has always had a plan, an
advocate for racial equality and social justice
in Britain. He was awarded the C.B.E by the
Queen for his work in Black British heritage.
As his daughter I have witnessed his work
ethic; studying his interest in black history,
organising/hosting educational events, facing
challenges and overcoming them practically.
From observation and the conversations I’ve
had with him I know that nothing in life comes
easy, especially the goals in life we wish to
accomplish. However, with hard work,
persistence and the right attitude you will
succeed in fulfilling your goals.
what helps artists advance in their craft e.g.
write poetry books, record music albums and
perform in prestigious venues giving the
audience practical advice on how to pursue
their own creative goals. I am also a part of a
theatre group called ‘The Hidden Hearts
Company’. We present plays that deal with
socially hidden and issues that are often
ignored in many cultures in society such as
rape, prostitution, substance abuse,
In Britain I find the media present young
people predominately in the context of
education, sport or crime. The media gives
more coverage to young people who are
academic higher achievers or athletes
representing the country. However I believe
the media should give more coverage to the
young people who are pursuing other ventures
like; catering, art, craft, fashion or music
businesses, motivational workshops or other
new initiates that are improving society.
Those young people who may not be always
be the academic A* student can be quickly
classed as trouble makers or future menaces
to society. Many young people feel discouraged
and neglected because they may not fit into
the ‘perfect student’ role. Therefore, they seek
other paths of identity which may not be positive.
Every individual from each generation needs role models to
inspire them. Role models are a source of information on how to
practically pursue goals and overcome challenges.”
“As a community worker I do not feel that
there is only one way to inspire or challenge
someone to be the best they can be. Through
community projects in music, acting, working
in the media, presenting & hosting Charity and
music events, facilitating singing and song
writing workshops, I have been able to inspire
and spread hope.
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