AN INFORMATION & RESOURCE PACK FOR PARENTS AND PROFESSIONALS

There is a real need to engage with CYP, give them space to reflect and discuss their
popular culture and raise awareness of any negative messages on body image,
gender, sexuality and relationships. This is equally important for both males and
females. With increased media literacy, CYP can actively interpret messages rather
than be passive consumers. Many CYP are already media literate and are often
highly critical consumers so it is important not to patronise them.
It is hoped that this pack will support parents, carers, families and those who work
with CYP to challenge myths and show the sexualisation of our culture as cynical
exploitation by the hugely profitable advertising, retail and porn industries. It
provides ideas and tools on how to encourage debates and discussions and move
forward in creating an alternative message that our CYP's sexuality is not for sale.
Linda Thompson
Women's Support Project
2011
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