Dedicated to the life & legacy of Eldred Emile Bell 1948-1982

Elgie Bell's PRiS Sound Plan

Elgie Bell (PRiS) is a Program Related Investment Scheme that invests in individual inmates, prisoners serving a minimum term of up to 12 months at a HMP within the UK

Elgie Bell (PRiS) Related Investment Scheme will grant use of a saxophone on as monthly basis FOC for a creative activity, mental stimulation, confidence building, physical health, and entertainment to help aid rehabilitation benefits when released back into the community.

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Plans cost between £21-25 Including insurance to rent a Saxophone for 30 days for a youth or adult inmate.

The musical performance evoked the closest, nostalgic sounds and memories of Eldred's saxophone playing in the 60s-70s when people relied more on memories than recordings.

Even now, decades later, we hold those times dear in our hearts. Eldred left us too soon, but his music lives on.

Who is Elgie Bell?

Elgie Emile Bell, a dual heritage Black man born in London, 1948

Eldred faced repeated brutalisation in the streets and in the custody of the Metropolitan Police during the 1960s to 1980s. Throughout his life, he endured racial profiling, frequent stop-and-search incidents starting at the young age of 15, often under the SUS laws of the time. He also endured unjust imprisonment based on false, trumped-up charges, including evidence planting. While detained, Eldred was subjected to further violence by prison guards, notably within Wormwood Scrubs HMP. His experiences shed light on the systemic racism and abuse faced by individuals like him during that era and what still exists to this day.

While serving what is believed to be his final prison sentence, each lasting typically between 6-9 months, he had the opportunity to learn a musical instrument. Opting for the saxophone, he found solace in music, utilising it to occupy his time constructively amid challenging circumstances. Playing the saxophone became therapeutic for him, a cherished activity that he remained passionate about for years. His talent on the saxophone not only brought him personal joy but also resonated with others who admired his musical prowess.

Elgie Bell, my brother

Christina Jordean -- Black Lives Matter Activist

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What is Elgies PRiS SaX-Sound Plan

Harmonise to synchronise one’s mind, body and soul in unison for good vibes

Harmonise to unionise mind, body and soul

Elgie Bell PRiS SaX-Sound plan is a new initiative dedicated to supporting marginalise young people, inmates, prisoners to 'get thru it' with sound. Elgie Bell PRiS SaX-Sound is a project with a mission to provide resources and opportunities for individuals, inmates to develop new creative skill, talents and pursue a newfound passion for music on the inside as well as on the outside upon release.

'Get thru it' with the Elgie Bell PRiS Program

In partnership with Black Lives Matter UK Elgie Bell PRiS initiative is a public sponsorship funded program to support individuals who find themselves in difficult situations at His Majesty's Prison, HMP.

Elgie Bell PRiS project is an empowering confidence building initiative that aims to bring about a positive difference in individual's lives inside and on the outside to build and new way of life when the prison term comes to and end.

New Skill

Providing creative new scope, renewed hope and the resources to help bring out inner talent

Mental Health & Physical

Improving mental and physical health to enhance harmony and a calming balance aiding overall well-being

Harmonise

Harmonising initiative aimed at youth as well as adults desiring physical and mental engagement during time serving a criiminal sentence

Elgie Bell PRiS Plan

To stabilise ones physical and mental state

Opportunity for individuals to live better and survive the journey of adversity and adverse conditions.

Creative Sounds

Providing opportunities for incarcerated individuals to engage in creative musical activities by offering resources to support development while in prison aids reintegration into communities upon release

Well-being

The Elgie Bell PRiS creative music initiative offers stimulating activities for prisoners, enhancing physical and mental well-being through confidence boosting and improved overall stimulation

Social Outreach

Empowering inmates through Elgie Bell's PRiS initiatives aims to tackle confidence, social anxiety issues, and help to discipline and conditioning by boost self-esteem and self-love and build ability to respect and love others

Blow Off Steam with Elgie Bell's PRiS

Program Related Investment Scheme

PRiS helps rid pent-up harmful emotions and energy

Elgie Bell SaX-Sound is a scheme aimed at individuals incarcerated at HMP to help through creative sound a learning activity boosting self-esteem new skill and enhances better mental health.

Elgie Bell's PRiS swaps 1 -negative emotion for 1 +positive emotion boosting good adrenalin, epinephrine for balance and equilibrium

You can support the Elgie Bell PRiS initiative by becoming a SaX-Sound sponsor with a one off, monthly and or yearly contribution. Help us to help struggling individuals to become better people and productive members of society with a purpose, become more connected with themselves as well as others and to become more resilient to adverse situations in adverse conditions.

PRiS new initiative supports people to better thrive in difficult environments and social community settings. This has the knock-on effect of support families and society at large.

Self-belief, inclusion, confidence builds pride, and a belief just maybe there really is possibilities for a brighter future ahead...Support Elgie Bell's PRiS in partnership with Black Lives Matter UK

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A Future Ahead

Elgie Bell's Program Related Investment Scheme (PRiS) is about empowering those to find positive vibes, fostering dreams, harmony, and offering the opportunity to learn new skills, leading to confidence and self-belief.

Positive Outlet

Elgie Bell's Program Related Investment Scheme (PRiS) offers positive outlets to shift focus from negative situations, to overcome tough times and tackle any obstacles in the way

Impact Growth

Every inmate who jumps on the Elgie Bell's Program Related Investment Scheme (PRiS) equates to meaningful engagement, positive contact and a real opportunity of personal betterment, maturity possessing a genuine personal desire to change.

Get in Touch with the Elgie Bell's Program Related Investment Scheme (PRiS)

Collaborate with us to explore partnership opportunities and create positive change through Elgie Bell's Program Related Investment Scheme (PRiS)

We extend a warm invitation to families with youth & adults individuals in correctional facilities within the UK to get in touch with us.

Kindly consider backing the Elgie Bell initiative by contributing to this collaborative effort with Black Lives Matter UK & Elgie Bell PRiS.

Your donation or sharing this Elgie Bell PRiS initiative can make a real difference.

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Info on inmate's access to instruments:

Learning to play an instrument while incarcerated is possible, although the availability varies among prisons. Some facilities offer music programs to teach inmates instruments, forming bands, or participating in performances. Inmates may be allowed to obtain musical instruments based on their privileges. However, restrictions may apply, like prohibitions on certain instruments due to security concerns. In some prisons, privileges are tied to behavior and program engagement. Music programs aim to provide a creative outlet and potentially reduce re-offending rates post-release. Rehabilitation and integration into society are enhanced through musical activities, providing a positive learning experience and boosting self-confidence.

Prison policies, security considerations, and inmate behavior affect instrument access. Music programs offer skills for reintegration, possibly lowering the likelihood of re-offense.

Elgie Bell Elgie Bell's Program Related Investment Scheme (PRiS) SaX-Sound Project is for youths in young offenders' institution and adults serving in adult prisons who may be interested in learning a new musical skill in collaboration with Black Lives Matter UK Elgie Bell's PRiS sponsored by individual's monthly donations, where available