Using Their Voices for Good

The children of St Lawrence Primary School were deeply moved by the events following Euro 2020, when the England men’s football squad faced horrific racist abuse on social media after the final. Rather than feeling powerless, they wanted to stand up, speak out, and show their support.

Through the Agents of Change initiative, the children discovered that their voices are powerful tools — and they decided to put them to work. Carefully and thoughtfully, they wrote letters to the squad, sharing messages of pride, encouragement, and solidarity.

In their letters, the children celebrated the team’s courage, resilience, and talent, making it clear that while the negativity online was shocking, it did not define how the world sees them. They wanted the players to know that thousands of people — including the young voices at St Lawrence — stood with them, admired them, and were proud of who they are both on and off the pitch.

This project was more than just letter writing. It was an opportunity for the children to reflect on justice, kindness, and empathy, and to channel their feelings into a positive action that could make a difference. It showed them that even small voices can create big ripples of support and change.

Through Agents of Change, the children learned an invaluable lesson: speaking up against injustice is never too early, and using your voice for good can lift, inspire, and bring hope to others.

A huge well done to the children of St Lawrence — for standing up, showing compassion, and proving that change begins with courage.

Photos from St Lawrence C of E Primary School