Calling the Shots

Calling the Shots participants, filming 2009

Project delivery Partners:

Sexual Health and Family Planning

Encouraging the creative self expression of marginalised voices through the creation of art

Calling the Shots is a three year community cultural development project. It encourages young people in rural and urban settings to engage with one another and the wider community. The initial work for this innovative and exciting project is supported by:

beyondblue
VicHealth
William Buckland Foundation
RE Ross trust
Helen Macpherson Smith Trust
Melbourne Community Foundation
School Focused Youth Services

Working in partnership with national health initiatives and local organisations, the outcome of the project – a health resource – will address issues of bullying, drug use, depression, risk-taking behaviour, and relationships. The peer-to-peer educational resource kit will be distributed within Australia and internationally.