Electric Umbrella releases song to champion difference

Co-founder of Electric Umbrella Mel Boda with Lord Lieutenant of Hertfordshire Robert Voss (right) and artistic director Tom Billington (Photo: Danny Clifford)[Missing Credit]

Boda said the reason for the collaboration was “to help the police communicate in a fresh and accessible way, show that hate crime will not be tolerated, encourage victims and witnesses to come forward, and build trust with communities who may feel overlooked or unheard”.

Last Tuesday, Electric Umbrella performed the song outside Number 10 Downing Street before a meet and greet with MPs, including Rachel Blake, Lucy Rigby KC, Victoria Collins, Daisy Cooper, Adam Dance and Georgia Gould, who is the minister for school standards.

Lord-Lieutenant of Hertfordshire, Robert Voss, Electric Umbrella’s patron, also cheered them on.

Electric Umbrella (Photo: Danny Clifford)[Missing Credit]

Speaking after the visit to Number 10, Boda said: “It was so powerful to take this campaign to the heart of government and feel so much support for this vital work. At times like these, fostering understanding and unity is more important than ever. We encourage everyone to support this campaign and help us create safer, more inclusive communities.”

Matt Turmaine, MP for Watford, said: “I am always uplifted when I see Electric Umbrella...There is a real buzz about them and their message about building a truly inclusive society – one where everyone, regardless of ability, is seen, heard and celebrated.”

It’s Not A Crime To Be Different can be found on the website: electricumbrella.org​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​. Or click here