BOY
3280 young people in schools, colleges, special schools and religious schools.
97% thought the show was good or very good.
97% understand what homophobic language is.
92% understand what homophobic bullying is.
96% now know where to go for help if they or someone else needs it.
87% of ambassadors said they understood the impact of HBT bullying on mental health.
Feedback from students.
“It taught us about our differences.”
“At the end because it was very emotional and I didn’t want it to end.”
“When they understood what bullying does to people.”
“When they were showing examples of homophobic bullying/language.”
“At the end when we learnt about how it was always okay to be gay.”
“Understanding what different homophobic language is.”
“My favourite part of the show is the end when they reflect on their behaviour.”
About interactive section:
“I liked that we could test out different solutions.”
“It made clearer on what was happening.”
“I found it helpful as it explained a lot.”
“I thought that bit good because we could make them do the right thing.”
“I felt empathic about our character.”
“We could experience what it was like being in that situation.”
“I liked that they asked questions which made us think outside the box.”
“Fantastic because we also took part.”
How you feel after seeing BOY:
“Knowledgeable, understanding, empathy, sorry, reflecting/upset, emotional, surprised, understanding, thoughtful, caring.”
What would you say to someone else about BOY experience?
“To never bully gay people or never bully anyone.”
“It helps you understand more about homophobia and understand how you can solve problems.”
“That you should talk to someone.”
Domestic abuse tour.
Funded by National Lottery/Tender/Essex Change 3 day workshop on domestic abuse to teenagers. Over the 3 years, 1080 young people had domestic abuse training and created their own performance for over 6,000 young people.
Bullying tour.
Funded by Uttlesford District Council Laugh and You’re Part Of It tour to 14 Essex schools to over 1,120 young people.
