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Launched by Luton Point (formerly The Mall Luton), this is a podcast focussing on life within the Luton community. The podcast covers a number of topics surrounding everyday life in the town, finding out about those within the community who make others’ lives easier, safer and happier. The Luton Life podcast aims to provide a voice for the Luton community covered through question-and-answer sessions with local journalist Sophie Sulehria. Listeners can expect to hear real-life stories straight from the community, with real-life answers to questions which many will be able to relate to. Future editions will feature a focus on independent retailers, plus local charities and projects like Keech Hospice Care and the Big Trunk Trunk Trail, and Level Trust, all talking about their contribution to the town. Access to community services such as Luton Foodbank or Level Trust will be covered in an open and friendly way which those in need can benefit from. An industry first which has been fully curated and funded by Luton Point, all podcast sessions will be available to listen to for free through Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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Thursday Sep 09, 2021
Thursday Sep 09, 2021
Level Trust Podcast - episode 4
In this latest episode we speak to Level Trust, a charity which aims to help families overcome the costs of education so all children in Luton have the chance to love learning in the same as anybody else.
As part of the podcast, you’ll get the chance to listen first-hand from some of the wonderful people from The Level Trust, including the charity’s Chief Executive Jane Malcolm.
The charity supports nearly 5,000 children and families across Luton town every year, helping children learn by providing the necessary resources. Level Trust also closely works alongside schools in Luton to help educate the next generation.
Nearly 50% of Luton children live in relative poverty, meaning the majority of children in the town are coming from some sort of disadvantage, rising 3% since the pandemic. In context, that’s nearly 30,000 children living within relative poverty with 60% less than the average income, seeing many families living off around a £12,000 income a year.
Level Trust provides breakfasts, lunch, free transport to school, school uniform plus additional educational books and toys. The charity also hosts fun and educational activities during the school holidays.
The podcast also explores Level Trust’s new resource and toy shop at The Mall Luton, which solely depends from the kind donations and generosity from people and businesses within the Luton community.
Described as the Willy Wonka for all uniform needs, The Uniform Exchange is located on the Gallery Level at The Mall Luton, stocking top quality uniform for all 73 schools in Luton. The resource centre is also located on the Gallery Level at The Mall.
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