THE MOST decorated British track and field athlete of all time will be coming to the area to inspire young people.

Christine Ohuruogu MBE, former Olympic gold medalist, will be attending the 'Slough Making Equals' launch event on August 30. Ms Ohuruogu will be speaking to attendees about her journey and the challenges she has overcome. Lead by Slough-based cohesion charity Aik Saath and national charity Sporting Equals, the event will bring together young people aged 15 to 25 from across the local area.

Ms Ohuruogu, commenting on her role with Sporting Equals, said: "I became involved with Sporting Equals because of their ground-breaking work using sport for its wider benefits. This is a great example of how sport can be the catalyst to encourage social interaction and discussion on sensitive issues locally but also empower young people to want to play a part in their local community and achieve their dreams."

The event was made possible thanks to a grant from the Postcode Community Trust. Rob Deeks, CEO of Aik Saath, said: "We are incredibly excited to be working with Sporting Equals to provide local young people with this opportunity.

"It's long been recognised that sport has an almost unique power to bring communities together and build bridges - that's something at the very heart of Aik Saath's ethos. We are looking forward to working with Sporting Equals to drive cohesion and greater understanding between young people in Slough."

The event will be held in Slough and Eton College, Ragstone Road, from 10.45am to 5pm. There is no charge to attend, but attendance should be booked at: https://tinyurl.com/yazk2mkf