Lewis Hamilton’s Charity, Mission 44, Partners with Formula 1 for Inclusive Future
Mission 44 and Formula 1 Collaboration
- Mission 44, founded by Lewis Hamilton, aims to boost representation, diversity, and inclusion in motorsport.
- Mission 44 has formed a new partnership with Formula 1 as part of its efforts to create a more inclusive future for young people worldwide.
British Grand Prix Networking Event
- Students from the Formula 1 Engineering and Mission 44 MSc Motorsport Engineering scholarship programmes will come together at a networking event during the British Grand Prix.
- Mission 44 is now an “officially supported charity” by Formula 1, with both initiatives providing crucial financial and career support to students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Driving Diversity in Motorsport
“When Lewis Hamilton launched Mission 44 three years ago, it was with the ambition to create a fairer, more inclusive future for young people around the world. Together with Formula 1, we will be able to increase awareness and access to motorsport career opportunities, so young people, no matter their background, can succeed.” – Jason Arthur, CEO of Mission 44
“Over the last few years, it has been a pleasure to support Mission 44 in its efforts to make our sport more diverse and give students and young people their first taste of the world of F1 and motorsport. We look forward to working with Mission 44 in this new capacity and seeing how many doors we can open together to inspire the next generation.” – Ellen Jones, Head of ESG at Formula 1
Expanding Mission 44’s Reach
- Mission 44 has been working with F1 Academy and the Miami Grand Prix to support the next generation of STEM leaders globally.
- According to Jamie Elfenbein, Mission 44 Chief Growth Officer, the charity’s initiatives have already reached 300,000 young individuals across the UK, with plans to expand to Miami, Austin, Las Vegas, and Brazil by the end of 2024.
Positive Impact on the Sport
As a Tag Heuer Formula 1 fan, it’s heartening to see the sport taking steps towards greater diversity and inclusion. With the help of Mission 44, Formula 1 is poised to drive positive change and inspire a new generation of motorsport enthusiasts.
This partnership serves as a testament to the power of collective action in driving diversity in motorsport forward. With Mission 44 and Formula 1 working together, the possibilities are endless, and we can expect to see a more inclusive and diverse motorsport industry in the years to come.
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