I Am: Recent Episodes
Play. Talk. Change.
"I Am" is an audio-visual series where young people have honest conversations about their encounters with gender-based violence; sharing stories of what they have seen, faced and learnt, as survivors and observers of any form of gender-based violence. We want to highlight how young people are powerful allies and why their voices matter in the fight against gender-based violence.
This series is part of the "Play. Talk. Change." virtual conference focussed on research, gaming and change-making. June 24-25, 2021. http://playtalkchange.noneinthree.org/
Cover Art: Yoganshi Rathi
In this eighth and final episode of the season, all four hosts of the series come together and reflect on the journey that 'I Am' has been. Ishani, Mehak, Pauline & Sharon talk about what prompted them to make this series, what keeps them motivated and their ideas for its future beyond Play. Talk. Change. (There will be a Season 02!)
This series is part of the "Play. Talk. Change." virtual conference focused on research, gaming and change-making. June 24-25, 2021. Get your FREE TICKET at: http://hhs.hud.ac.uk/playtalkchange/
Email us at playtalkchange.ni3@gmail.com if you'd like to share your story, or just to share your feedback.
**RESOURCES - India
Survivor Helplines:**181/1091 Women in Distress helpline (All India)
1098 Student/Child Helpline (All India)
www.ncw.nic.in/helplines
Counselling & Mental Health Support:+917428292922 The Alternative Story http://alternativestory.in/
+91 9999666555 Vandravela Foundation https://www.vandrevalafoundation.com/
RESOURCES - Uganda
Survivor Helplines:
116 Child Abuse Helpline
ActionAid Helplines:
Bwaise 0393517484
Gulu 0392613122
Nebbi 0392613055
Pallisa 0392614496
Kumi 0392175455
Katakwi 0392176484
Lira 0372517446
Amuru 0785308679
Kween 0392772832
Mubende 0392767740
MIFUMI Lines:
Toll Free 0800200250
Mbarara 0750550275
Masaka 0752557595
Moroto 0772623653
International resources:http://www.sarsas.org.uk/self-help-guides/
https://chayn.co/
Mahima talks about her encounters with gender based violence and how they taught her to speak up for herself, fearlessly.
The episode is hosted by Ishani, a young person with a somewhat older soul and love for chai. She is a communication designer passionate about social impact, especially gender & climate justice issues, and a part of the Play. Talk. Change. Planning Committee.
This series is part of the "Play. Talk. Change." virtual conference focussed on research, gaming and change-making. June 24-25, 2021. http://hhs.hud.ac.uk/playtalkchange/
RESOURCES
Survivor Helplines:
181/1091 Women in Distress helpline (All India)
1098 Student/Child Helpline (All India)
www.ncw.nic.in/helplines
Counselling & Mental Health Support:
+917428292922 The Alternative Story http://alternativestory.in/
+91 9999666555 Vandravela Foundation https://www.vandrevalafoundation.com/
International resources:
http://www.sarsas.org.uk/self-help-guides/
https://chayn.co/
In this episode, Veronica shares with us the different forms of violence face as a child. From defilement to commercial sex exploitation and finally ending up on the streets of Kampala. She shares her HIV status.
Veronica has several young people under her care. She is strong and passionate about protecting children from any form violence. Hearing her story won't leave you the same.
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The episode is hosted by Pauline, a part of the Play. Talk. Change. Planning Committee.
This series is part of the "Play. Talk. Change." virtual conference focused on research, gaming and change-making. June 24-25, 2021. Get your FREE ticket http://hhs.hud.ac.uk/playtalkchange/
RESOURCES:
Survivor Helplines:
116 Child Abuse Helpline
ActionAid Helplines:
Bwaise 0393517484
Gulu 0392613122
Nebbi 0392613055
Pallisa 0392614496
Kumi 0392175455
Katakwi 0392176484
Lira 0372517446
Amuru 0785308679
Kween 0392772832
Mubende 0392767740
MIFUMI Lines:
Toll Free 0800200250
Mbarara 0750550275
Masaka 0752557595
Moroto 0772623653
International resources:
http://www.sarsas.org.uk/self-help-guides/
https://chayn.co/
Ria reflects on being a girl in india, and the stereotypes associated to the same.
The episode is hosted by Mehak, a young person chasing the sunshine. She is a writer and communication designer passionate about making a difference to the planet and it's people. She is the young lead representative of India, in the Play. Talk. Change. Planning Committee.
This series is part of the "Play. Talk. Change." virtual conference focused on research, gaming and change-making. June 24-25, 2021. http://hhs.hud.ac.uk/playtalkchange/
RESOURCES
Survivor Helplines:
181/1091 Women in Distress helpline (All India)
1098 Student/Child Helpline (All India)
www.ncw.nic.in/helplines
Counselling & Mental Health Support:
+917428292922 The Alternative Story http://alternativestory.in/
+91 9999666555 Vandravela Foundation https://www.vandrevalafoundation.com/
International resources:
http://www.sarsas.org.uk/self-help-guides/
https://chayn.co/
Mutoni Faiby talks about her journey navigating various forms of gender-based violence as a young woman in Uganda.
The episode is hosted by Sharon, a part of the Play. Talk. Change. Planning Committee.
This series is part of the "Play. Talk. Change." virtual conference focused on research, gaming and change-making. June 24-25, 2021. Get your FREE ticket http://hhs.hud.ac.uk/playtalkchange/
RESOURCES:
Survivor Helplines:
116 Child Abuse Helpline
ActionAid Helplines:
Bwaise 0393517484
Gulu 0392613122
Nebbi 0392613055
Pallisa 0392614496
Kumi 0392175455
Katakwi 0392176484
Lira 0372517446
Amuru 0785308679
Kween 0392772832
Mubende 0392767740
MIFUMI Lines:
Toll Free 0800200250
Mbarara 0750550275
Masaka 0752557595
Moroto 0772623653
International resources:
http://www.sarsas.org.uk/self-help-guides/
https://chayn.co/
Joshua opens up about his multiple experiences with gender-based violence. He shares a journey from trauma to healing and complete freedom.
The episode is hosted by Mehak, a young person chasing the sunshine. She is a writer and communication designer passionate about making a difference to the planet and it's people. She is the young lead representative of India, in the Play. Talk. Change. Planning Committee.
This series is part of the "Play. Talk. Change." virtual conference focused on research, gaming and change-making. June 24-25, 2021. http://hhs.hud.ac.uk/playtalkchange/
RESOURCES
Survivor Helplines:
181/1091 Women in Distress helpline (All India)
1098 Student/Child Helpline (All India)
www.ncw.nic.in/helplines
Counselling & Mental Health Support:
+917428292922 The Alternative Story http://alternativestory.in/
+91 9999666555 Vandravela Foundation https://www.vandrevalafoundation.com/
International resources:
http://www.sarsas.org.uk/self-help-guides/
https://chayn.co/
Stella shares her story and experiences of facing violence as a young woman.
The episode is hosted by Sharon, a part of the Play. Talk. Change. Planning Committee.
This series is part of the "Play. Talk. Change." virtual conference focused on research, gaming and change-making. June 24-25, 2021.
http://hhs.hud.ac.uk/playtalkchange/
RESOURCES:
Survivor Helplines:
116 Child Abuse Helpline
ActionAid Helplines:
Bwaise 0393517484
Gulu 0392613122
Nebbi 0392613055
Pallisa 0392614496
Kumi 0392175455
Katakwi 0392176484
Lira 0372517446
Amuru 0785308679
Kween 0392772832
Mubende 0392767740
MIFUMI Lines:
Toll Free 0800200250
Mbarara 0750550275
Masaka 0752557595
Moroto 0772623653
International resources:
http://www.sarsas.org.uk/self-help-guides/
https://chayn.co/
Sharanya talks about her experience with gender-based violence as a child and the journey of overcoming it through an open mind.
The episode is hosted by Ishani, a young person with a somewhat older soul and love for chai. She is a communication designer passionate about social impact, especially gender & climate justice issues, and a part of the Play. Talk. Change. Planning Committee.
This series is part of the "Play. Talk. Change." virtual conference focussed on research, gaming and change-making. June 24-25, 2021. http://hhs.hud.ac.uk/playtalkchange/
RESOURCESSurvivor Helplines:
181/1091 Women in Distress helpline (All India)
1098 Student/Child Helpline (All India)
www.ncw.nic.in/helplines
Counselling & Mental Health Support:
+917428292922 The Alternative Story http://alternativestory.in/
+91 9999666555 Vandravela Foundation https://www.vandrevalafoundation.com/
International resources:
http://www.sarsas.org.uk/self-help-guides/
https://chayn.co/