Prince's Trust

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Pride Of Britain Awards (Oct 29, 2012)

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The Prince's Trust Young Achiever Award shines the spotlight on one exceptional young person who has turned their life around with support from The Trust. This year, the award celebrated a young man from Haringey, who set up a business with support from The Trust.
Prince's Trust Young Achiever 2012

Jay Kamiraz

HRH The Prince of Wales and Prince’s Trust ambassador Pierce Brosnan took to the stage to present The Prince's Trust Young Achiever Award to Jay, 33, from Crouch Hill, who runs his own entertainment business and a community project called Sing to Smile.

Before approaching The Prince’s Trust, Jay had a difficult childhood, growing up in a family where no-one worked. He was bullied at school and, at the age of 16, problems at home led to him becoming homeless.

At 17, Jay was brutally attacked and put in hospital. An operation saved his life but he suffered internal injuries, which still affect him now. Jay began to get his life back on track with the help of a key worker and slowly started to build up his confidence, eventually moving into his own flat.

He also got involved in a project to raise money for Tsunami victims, bringing together singers to form a diverse choir called ‘Souls of Prophecy Gospel Choir’.

The choir was so successful Jay realised he could turn it into a business. Jay came to The Prince’s Trust for help creating JK Creative Arts Management Ltd, providing bespoke entertainment for weddings, corporate events, film and TV and other industries.

With the popular Souls of Prophecy Gospel Choir on the books, business is now booming, growing from four engagements in its first year to more than 40 in the second. He has also set up "Sing to Smile" - a community programme to help boost people’s confidence through singing.

Jay said:

To win the Young Achiever award is so special to me and I can't thank The Prince's Trust enough.

"I am so happy that I was able to personally thank Prince Charles for changing my life and all of the other thousands of young people The Trust has helped. I hope my story will inspire other young people that they can achieve their dreams, too."

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Great piece by Pierce Brosnan in today's @metrouk, about his support for @princestrust and the #PTcelebrate awards pic.twitter.com/WoNrqlyFXm

March 10, 2014

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A letter from Pierce printed in today's UK Huffington Post ... www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/pierce-brosnan/young-people-future-princes-trust_b_9828988.html



When I first started acting, I knew it was what I wanted to do and I feel very fortunate to have made a career of it. I know how rewarding it can be to do a job you love, but I also know that for many young people starting out in this tough economic climate it can be difficult to get a foot in the door of a career they want.

There are thousands of young people out there who are struggling to find their way, facing all kinds of challenges - from physical or mental health problems to a childhood spent in care. Without the right support they can feel isolated and overwhelmed by their circumstances, making it very difficult for them to get where they want to be in life.

That's why, twenty years ago, I became an Ambassador for The Prince's Trust. The youth charity believes, as I do, that every young person deserves the chance to succeed, and gives them practical, financial and emotional support they need to steer their lives in the direction they want to go.

I've met so many inspiring individuals through The Trust who have overcome significant challenges in their lives - such as homelessness or depression - and gone on to secure jobs, set up their own business or returned to education after taking part in one of The Trust's programmes.

What I notice about all these young people is how self-assured they are after help from The Trust. The charity works tirelessly to help young people gain the skills they need to get the job they want, and with this comes the confidence they need to lead a fulfilling life. The Trust helps young people to see past any challenges they may be facing, to learn from their experiences, harness them and move forward with resilience, determination and a sense of self-purpose. That's an invaluable gift to give to anyone who has yet to find their way in life.

The Trust turns 40 this year and it's astounding to think that it has helped over 825,000 disadvantaged young people since it was established in 1976. As part of the celebrations around this milestone anniversary The Trust has been touring the UK in search of stories from the people whose lives have been impacted by its work.

If, like me, you've been involved with The Trust in some way over the last 40 years, you can share your memories about The Trust by using the #partofPT hashtag on Twitter and Instagram. If The Trust is new to you, or if you know someone who might benefit from the support they can offer, I'd urge you to take a look at some of the inspiring stories that have been collected on the #partofPT Tour, supported by HomeSense, so that as The Trust looks to the next 40 years they can reach even more young people who need help now.

Pierce Brosnan OBE is an Ambassador for The Prince's Trust. To celebrate its 40th anniversary show your support or share your memories of The Trust on Twitter and Instagram using #partofPT

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I will continue on twitter and Instagram. Thank you

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Prince’s Trust Awards 2021: Pierce Brosnan leads celeb messages of hope for young people
PIERCE BROSNAN, Richard E Grant and The Voice UK coach Anne-Marie have come together ahead of this year's Prince's Trust and TK Maxx and Homesense Awards, taking place today.
By Jessica Earnshaw
PUBLISHED: 16:28, Thu, Mar 11, 2021

The clip opens with Richard E Grant talking about the challenges of the pandemic, with other ambassadors of the charity joining him.

It comes as the annual event recognises young people who have achieved against the odds.

As well as Pierce, 67, and Richard, 63, it also sees Sir Ben Kingsley, Nicola Adams, Anne-Marie, Craig David, Nile Rodgers and Anna Friel taking part.

Geri Horner reminds youngsters that just because life feels like it’s on pause right now, "it doesn’t mean you have to put your future on hold".

Nile, 68, continued: "Things may feel like they’ve been pulled from beneath your feet before you’ve even had a chance to begin."

Young people continue to be among the hardest hit by the economic crisis and rising unemployment.

Anne-Marie, 29, went on to say that "doors closed, restrictions rose, and families were forced apart".

However she reminded them that The Prince’s Trust "can help".

During the coronavirus pandemic the youth charity has continued to help young people to build confidence and skills for work, education and training, with many courses delivered online.

Olympian Nicola, 38, pointed out in the video that the situation young people are facing "may feel overwhelming".

But her fellow gold-medalist Tom Daley highlighted that the organisation can "help with advice on finding and applying for jobs, help to learn new skills".

The Prince’s Trust and TK Maxx and Homesense Awards are being hosted virtually by Ant and Dec. Fans can watch here.

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[Barbara]

I am not sure if we will be able to see it in the states, but it appears that Pierce also gave comments, perhaps even on the same day as the video above, regarding Prince Charles and the Prince's Trust.

Someone I follow on Instagram was able to grab a screen capture: Brosnan on the King

-- B

[Barbara]

The above mentioned Instagramer, Licencetoqueer, has another photo up. Pierce once again appeared in a clip praising King Charles, this time during the Coronation concert when talking about the King's military service.

And then Mr. RSteele on IG posted the whole clip. The link is below:

Pierce Brosnan's Part of the Coronation Concert

Keep it going Pierce, and an honorary knighthood might be yours....

-- B