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 POWER UP Media Literacy Workshops Navigating Girl World Societal factors send powerful messages to girls and young women that certain attributes are unacceptable, namely being overweight and unattractive. The clearest message to girls from the media is that being "hot" is a social imperative. Unspoken rules, constant assessment by peers and a bombardment of media advertisements (TV, social media sites, music videos) leave some girls feeling vulnerable, helpless and confused. It doesn't have to be this way! In this workshop, parents, guardians, educators and community members will learn strategies to support girls to think critically about the media and how it influences their body image and self-esteem. By exposing media manipulation, girls can feel a sense of empowerment, confidence and connectedness
Navigating Girl World Part II - Exposing Beauty Myths
Through the use of multi-media, this 8 station, interactive workshop for parent(s)/daughter(s) will help strengthen communication, expose media myths and allow for candid discussion. A great way to talk about important topics in a fun, engaging way.  |
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