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Good Vibrations

Benjamin Zephaniah makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of the charity Good Vibrations.

Benjamin Zephaniah makes the Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of Good Vibrations.

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- Freephone 0800 404 8144
- Freepost 大象传媒 Radio 4 Appeal. (That鈥檚 the whole address. Please do not write anything else on the front of the envelope). Mark the back of the envelope 鈥楪ood Vibrations.
- Cheques should be made payable to 鈥楪ood Vibrations.
- You can donate online at bbc.co.uk/appeal/radio4

Registered Charity Number: 1126493/SC048860

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Thu 13 Aug 2020 15:27

Good Vibrations

Good Vibrations takes the transformative power of music into prisons. They use the Indonesian gamelan, a magnificent set of gongs, drums and xylophones to help prisoners build trust in others and confidence in themselves. Good Vibrations supports them to grow their team working and communication skills and to discover just what they can achieve.

A difficult start

A difficult start
About a quarter of prisoners grew up in care and a third have experienced abuse. Young offenders are often very vulnerable and have little or no guidance. Many women in prison are trapped in a cycle of abuse. It鈥檚 crucial to help them see and believe in their own potential so they can make positive changes.

Errol鈥檚 story

Errol鈥檚 story
Errol grew up in care. He saw crime as the only way of expressing his anger. Playing gamelan helped him learn to co-operate, communicate and experience harmony with other people. He says 鈥淚 now realise I鈥檓 at my most impactful when I choose not to kick off and show compassion instead. Good Vibrations helps me keep on track.鈥

Impact

Impact
Good Vibrations helps break the cycle of re-offending and gives prisoners the tools and confidence to forge more positive self-identities. Their work creates a culture of shared responsibility and leadership. This supports social and communication skills, mental wellbeing, a sense of pride and hope for the future.聽

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  • Sun 9 Aug 2020 07:54
  • Sun 9 Aug 2020 21:25
  • Thu 13 Aug 2020 15:27

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