Experience & Achievements
01
Co-founder of Blaksox, Operation Black Vote, and The 1990 Trust
Pioneered initiatives to support political engagement and representation for Black and minority communities.
02
Race Advisor to UK Home Secretaries
Influenced national race and equality policies over a decade, guiding high-level strategic reforms.
03
A member of the Black and Jewish Forum
A member of the Black and Jewish Forum a group that worked on a wide range of issues affecting both communities advocating policy changes to Government (1998 - 2007)
04
Chaired and organised a national Black community
Chaired and organised a national Black community reception for Nelson and Winnie Mandela's visit to London in (year)
05
UN World Conference on Racism Durban 2000
Spoke at an attend the UN World Conference on Racism Durban 2000
06
Nelson Mandela Statute in Trafalgar Square London
Project Lead for the establishment of the Nelson Mandela Statute in Trafalgar Square London
07
Director of Policing and Equalities for London
Spearheaded transformative initiatives in community safety, including the acclaimed Safer Neighbourhoods model
08
Diversity Lead for London 2012 Olympics
Made diversity central to the Olympic bid and London 21012 equality operational targets and creating a lasting legacy in global sports.
09
Chair of the London New York City Partnership
Chair of the London New York City Partnership focused on business resilience and continuity following the 9/11 terrorist attack of the World Trade Centre.
10
Led and established Diversity Works for London
Led and established Diversity Works for London a three year £15 million project to promote supply side diversity in London's private sector and GLA procurements.
11
Chaired the London Kingston Jamaica City Partnerships
Chaired the London Kingston Jamaica City Partnerships focused on Downtown Kingston redevelopment. (2003 -2007)
12
Led the Mayors £15 million Black Capital Development Project
Led the Mayors £15 million Black Capital Development Project providing turn key funding and technical support for the establishment of the Stephen Lawrence, Bernie Grant, Rich Mix, Leban Dance Centers and the BLack Cultural Archives in London.
13
Strategic Adviser to Black Men 4 Change
Advocated for political and social empowerment within Black communities.
14
Co-founder of the Humanity Project Ltd and Chair of the Alliance of Police Accountability (APA)
Co-founder of the Humanity Project Ltd and Chair of the Alliance of Police Accountability (APA): Led initiatives for police accountability and social justice.
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Lee Jasper’s dedication to racial justice, social equity, and community empowerment has been celebrated through numerous awards and recognitions
Community Champion of the Year
The Voice Newspaper (1993)
Top Ten by 100 Black Britons (2003- 2008)
Recognised as one of the most influential Black Britons
National Black Achievers Award for Lifetime Achievement
NUS Black Students Campaign (2010): Awarded for his significant role in advancing racial justice
Lifetime Achievement Award for Challenging Racism in Higher Education
NUS Black Students Campaign (2010)
Pride of the Motherland Award (Africa)
National Consortium of African Student Societies (2010): Recognised for impactful work in social justice
Legend Award
C.H Hub Awards (2017): Celebrated for over 30 years of dedication to social justice
Rainbow PUSH International Peace Award
Rev. Jesse Jackson (2002)
National Action Networks International Award for Race Equality and Justice
Rev. Al Sharpton (2003)
International Lifetime Achievement Award
Jamaican Weekly Gleaner: Honoured for outstanding contributions to social justice (2024)
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