Campaigner, social entrepreneur and broadcaster June Sarpong says division in UK society makes it easy for a demagogue to \u2018fuel the flames of fear\u2019 and cause serious problems.<\/p>\n
Well-known for her TV career as well as her outspoken views on diversity in the media industry, June was Michael\u2019s guest on last night\u2019s Capital Conversation.<\/span><\/p>\n A fixture on British TV since the launch of T4\u2019s Popworld in 2001, June has leveraged her platform to try and level the playing field when it comes to who makes it in media. When asked for the source of her campaigning spirit, she says, \u201cI\u2019m able to speak to power. I have access to people that a lot of people who come from my background do not.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n She cites her upbringing as her inspiration for challenging the lack of diversity in the industry where she made her name: \u201cI come from a very working class community and we had little money when I was growing up. I know what it feels like to lose everything, and this is where my drive comes from. What makes me excited is the idea of a framework where everyone has a shot. I know what it feels like to be told \u2018no\u2019 because of issues that have nothing to do with you as a person\u2019\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n