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The Co-op Foundation is awarding free tickets to gigs at the upcoming Co-op Live Arena. 

The tickets will be awarded to "young people driving social change through community programmes throughout Manchester". 

The first recipient of the tickets is Binish Syed Qureshi from Manchester, selected by the Foundation because she helped create accessible public spaces in her local area.

It comes as the first seat was installed at the Co-op Live Arena, which aims to be "the UK's largest and most socially responsible live entertainment venue". The arena, located near the Etihad Campus, will open in April 2024.

Gary Roden, executive director and general manager at Co-op Live, commented: "Today embodies everything that this arena is about – fans, community and music. 

"Going to gigs is such a special experience, and we are delighted to support Co-op with this initiative to make sure that as many young people as possible from the community get the opportunity to experience Co-op Live."

Nick Crofts, CEO of Co-op Foundation, said: "Young people helped shape our vision for fairer future communities and this ticket initiative, plus the annual donation from Co-op Live, will help us bring that vision to life. Gigs at Co-op Live really are going to give back."

Binish Syed Qureshi added: "Through my work, I feel great that I am in a position to amplify the voices of those people in our community who don't have one, particularly working-class young people, and create accessible spaces for everyone to enjoy. 

"I am thrilled that my commitment to driving social change has been recognised by Co-op with tickets to a show next year. I plan on making the most of this opportunity and taking my best friend to see Jonas Brothers!"

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