Stamford's anti racism group marks progress on equality a year after the death of George Floyd.
However they say there's still some way to go.
Last updated 25th May 2021
There's a call for people across Stamford and Rutland to 'take the knee' today as we remember George Floyd a year on from his death.
His murder by a white police officer, who knelt on Floyd's neck for nine minutes led to global protests, including the Black Lives Matter movement.
Yvette Diaz-Munoz from Stamford's anti racism group thinks the shocking scenes from the brutal killing have led to a shift in people’s attitudes.
She says the event has led to a greater willingness to discuss racism.
There's been virtual meetings between her group and teachers anxious to discuss how to better educate their students on the topic.
As a result some schools are making changes to their curriculum.
There also appears to have been a greater acceptance of the Black Lives Matter Movement by local people.
The group has held zoom calls with local councillors to discuss some of the issues raised by the tragedy.
However despite some progress in the last year there's said to still be a long way to go.
Meanwhile later today members of George Floyd's family will be hosted by Joe Biden in the White House.
Several events are taking place in the US, calling for racial justice.