OUT TO THE FAMILY
DVD resource, 15 minutes animation and booklet, to support LGBT teenagers and their families.
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OUT TO THE FAMILY
OUT TO THE FAMILY is a 15-minute animated DVD – watch clips at http://www.leedsanimation.org.uk/films/outtofamily.html, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7u8tOV-SUP0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGdvMMZBgjs&NR=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSJJZE0TCmc&feature=related
This animated DVD shows six families, from a wide range of backgrounds, each coming to terms with the developing sexual or gender identity of a son or daughter. It aims to help parents and others understand more about the issues facing their teenagers, and how best to help them.
“Young people questioning their sexuality are often lonely and isolated,” say Leeds Animation Workshop. “They desperately need the support of their families. But lots of parents make negative comments that make teenagers afraid to talk to them. Others are shocked when they discover their children are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender. Some react in the heat of the moment and even reject their children. Later, they may deeply regret the harm this can do.”
Family acceptance and support can make all the difference for these young people. Without it, they are vulnerable to serious social or mental health problems, and three times more at risk of suicide.
OUT TO THE FAMILY is narrated by Felix Dexter. It is suitable for young people, parents and families, at home or in groups and classrooms. A booklet is supplied with the DVD.
The pack is produced by Leeds Animation Workshop, a non-profit-making co-operative NGO that has been making film and video resources for thirty years. Dealing with social issues including equal rights and family problems, the films are commended for their success in raising awareness, introducing a subject, or starting a discussion.
OUT TO THE FAMILY is available for sale, on a non-profit basis, from Leeds Animation Workshop at the address below. Price £40, including VAT, p&p. (bulk discounts, 2 or more copies, any title.)
Funded by the Big Lottery Fund. Leeds Animation Workshop receives support from Leeds City Council.
Available from:
Leeds Animation Workshop45 Bayswater Row, Leeds LS8 5LF UK Tel/fax: (+44) 0113 248 4997 info@leedsanimation.org.uk www.leedsanimation.org.uk (Europe and Asia)
http://www.learningseed.com (US and Canada)
marcom@marcom.com.au (Australia and New Zealand)
OUT TO THE FAMILY DVD resource.doc 38.50 kB
45 Bayswater Row,
