Our Founder
Discover the story of Mission 44 founder Sir Lewis Hamilton
A Champion for inclusion
Mission 44 was created by Sir Lewis Hamilton, whose upbringing and experience as the only person of colour in his field have left him determined to build a fairer, more inclusive future for young people. Discover Lewis’s story and hear his vision for our charity.
'I know not every young person has the same opportunities as me. That’s why, despite the championships, the wins and the pole positions, setting up Mission 44 has been my proudest achievement so far.'
Sir Lewis HamiltonWATCH LEWIS'S STORY
The Hamilton Commission
In 2020, as the Black Lives Matter movement caught the world’s attention, Lewis launched The Hamilton Commission, a research report he funded to address Black representation in UK motorsport. [New paragraph] Inspired by the report’s recommendations, Lewis created Mission 44 with the vision to build a fairer, more inclusive future for young people.
‘I remember vividly just how difficult it was when I was a kid. Through the work that we’re doing, we have the chance to build a better future for today’s young people, both in the UK and around the world.’
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As a child growing up in the UK, Sir Lewis Hamilton dreamt of becoming a Formula 1 driver. He didn’t see anyone of colour in the world of racing but felt inspired by athletes such as the Williams sisters and imagined what it would be like to be a Black F1 champion.
At school, Lewis experienced exclusion and discrimination and was made to feel his dreams were off-limits. However, his parents believed in him and juggled multiple jobs to fund his time on the track. Thanks to their support and his talent and determination, Lewis is now the most successful F1 driver of all time.
At school, Lewis experienced exclusion and discrimination and was made to feel his dreams were off-limits. However, his parents believed in him and juggled multiple jobs to fund his time on the track. Thanks to their support and his talent and determination, Lewis is now the most successful F1 driver of all time.
At school, Lewis experienced exclusion and discrimination and was made to feel his dreams were off-limits. However, his parents believed in him and juggled multiple jobs to fund his time on the track. Thanks to their support and his talent and determination, Lewis is now the most successful F1 driver of all time.
Support Our Mission
If you’re inspired by Lewis’ story, get involved and support our work to build a more inclusive future for young people around the world.
