IDEAS
Need some ideas on what to submit or how to get involved? We've got you!
MAGÂ IDEAS
You could...
Write a poem about stereotyping and bias
Write a short story that explores the impact of stereotyping and bias
Interview someone well-known on their experiences with stereotyping and/or bias
Write a memoir about someone you know who experienced stereotyping or bias or someone who is breaking down stereotypes
Create an art work or take photographs that explore the theme
Write a list of useful community resources who can help people who are experiencing stereotyping or bias
Find an expert and ask them to write a short article with handy tips on BREAKING DOWN stereotypes and responding to bias
Draw a comic about breaking down stereotypes
Share a written and/or visual list of unhelpful and harmful stereotypes that young people experience daily
VIDEO IDEAS
You could...
Create a video of yourself sharing your personal experiences of stereotyping and bias - and it's impact on you!
Develop a creative short skit or play that BREAKS DOWN a bias or stereotype
Make a short microfilm that explores the impact of stereotyping and bias
Interview a family member, friend, teacher/staff member or community member who has a story to tell about negative stereotyping or bias
Find an expert in your community, who can talk on camera about strategies and ways we can all take a stand against stereotyping and bias
BREAK IT DOWN DAY IDEAS
You could...
Join us on Friday 13th October and make your pledge to BREAK IT DOWN by hosting a day at your school, filled with activities that promote upstanders, calling out stereotyping and bias, and unifying ALL YOUTH, no matter who they are, where they're from or what they look like.
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To support you, the awesome student leaders at Sunshine Heights Primary School will be putting together an elephantine collection of activity ideas for the 'BREAK IT DOWN DAY'.
We encourage all youth and involved adults on the day to wear red, symbolising that - no matter who they are, where they are from or what they look like - we all have red blood underneath our skin, unifying us as humans.
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SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
We want to make the most out of your contributions, so together we can have a mighty impact.Â
Please read through the submission guidelines carefully to ensure we are able to use your sumissions.
MAGAZINE SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Written stories or articles should be submitted in word document format
Word limits of 1500 apply to longer pieces such as interviews and features
Any photos to accompany written stories or articles should be submitted together with the written works
Art work submissions should be photographed CLEARLY and in HIGH RESOLUTION (minimum 300 dpi). Ensure there is no reflection in the photo once taken.
VIDEO SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Video submissions should be a minimum resolution of 1080 (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Video submissions should be no longer than 3 minutes
Think about your location! When filming your video, try to choose a clutter-free location with a clean background. You might even like to choose a location that has some significance to your story
Think about the sound! How clear is the audio? Is there lots of noise in the background, making it difficult to hear the speaker? Try filming in a quiet location, free from external sounds, to maximise the impact of your film
GENERAL SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
For any works or videos that contain photos, images and/or footage of other people, please ensure you have their CONSENT and they are aware that their photo will be published in the magazine and/or featured in the documentary and distributed publicly
Submissions can be anonymous. If you would like your submission to be anonymous, please make sure you clearly state this when you submit
For named submissions, please clearly state the details you would like included (e.g. first name, surname, school name, age of contributor, a blurb/summary/statement of what the piece is about)
All works must be submitted by Friday 18th August 2023 to be included in the magazine and/or documentary
All submissions should be submitted via email to Francine.Sculli@education.vic.gov.au
For any submissions that are TOO LARGE to be emailed, please consider uploading to a sharing service (e.g. Google Drive) and share a link to download submission, or alternatively you can email Francine.Sculli@education.vic.gov.au to arrange a more appropriate way to submit
BREAK IT DOWN DAY GUIDELINES
Schools and organisations can structure the 'Break It Down Day' in whatever way suits them, all we ask is that ...
the day be youth-led and centred
the day be hosted on Friday 13th October 2023
you share details of what you are planning post-event, as well as photos and stories afterwards, so we can include this in our evaluation and impact report
you RSVP so we can connect with you, know which schools and organisations are making a pledge and support you to have the most impactful day possible