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The production be targeted at two different groups:–
WILLIAM is a young man with a great future as a professional footballer. He lives in a community that is suffering the impact of serious youth violence and grooming. Many of the youth are already aware that there are “olders” that target young people to join county lines.
William is the victim of this.
He is being pressured to sell drugs on his local estate. William is reluctant to continue and has chosen to confront his manipulative older. The story highlights the pressures that young people face and the choices they have to make.
William is also being pressured by his girlfriend to buy her gifts and he can only do this by selling drugs to raise the money.
This short film highlights the challenges involved in making the right decision to refuse the lure of groomers.
The short film aims to:
Raise awareness around the risks and consequences of criminal explolitation in young people on the individual and on their friends, families and on the wider community
Build resilience by raising awareness, creating a common language and kick-starting conversations around the influences, fears and pres
Build resilience by raising awareness of and promoting the core skills (including but not limited to: self-confidence, self-esteem, risk assessment, emotional intelligence, empathy, decision making, recognising healthy relationships) that can be used help young people to navigate a whole host of issues, critical moments and adverse childhood experiences that they may encounter
Raise awareness around the importance of seeking help and advice or telling someone if they are concerned about themselves, a friend or someone they know.
There are several reasons why making the right choice can be difficult:
Despite these challenges, there are several strategies that can help in making better decisions, such as gathering information, considering different perspectives, evaluating pros and cons, seeking advice from trusted sources, and taking the time to reflect and weigh the options. It’s important to remember that making mistakes is a part of the learning process, and sometimes, there may not be a single “right” choice. The key is to approach decision-making with a thoughtful and rational mindset, considering all available information and taking responsibility for the choices made.
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