GET: THE PROJECT

GET: THE PROJECT is a bold, new strategic initiative from The Representation Project that provides comprehensive tools to empower youth, educators, counselors, coaches, and parents to leverage film and media for cultural change within their communities. Developed in collaboration with experts in curriculum design, gender justice, education, mental health, and youth advocacy, and with insightful input from our Youth Advisory Council, the program is offered FREE to all.

The GET program features:

⭐ THE CURRICULUM

GET: The Project Curriculum (Gender Equity Training) is a bold, new eight-module curriculum for high school and college students. GET encourages students to have unflinching conversations about the most pressing problems they face today. It reflects the needs of Generation Z, weaving together leadership development, mental health interventions, media literacy, social-emotional learning, and gender-based violence prevention. The curriculum is FREE and available to all. Workshops can be facilitated as a series or individually. Learn more HERE.

⭐ THE ONLINE HUB

GET: The Project Hub is an online gender equity platform for passionate youth to learn together, develop skills, and build community. The Hub houses courses and educational offerings, and virtually connects local GET: The Project club leaders to an extended group of like-minded peers. Learn more HERE.

⭐ THE YOUTH CLUBS

GET: The Project Clubs are designed to connect young people with the mission of The Representation Project, providing opportunities to develop leadership skills, share the Gender Equity Training curriculum with peers, create community, and take action for gender justice. Learn more HERE.

SNEAK PEAK AT OUR FIRST INTERSECTIONAL FEMINIST ZINE PRODUCED BY GET: THE PROJECT, YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL

Redesign: An Intersectional Feminist Zine is a powerful creation from our 2023-24 Youth Advisory Council. This project “redesigns” gender norms, expectations, and roles while honoring the change-makers who came before us. We’re proud to amplify these youth voices and their unique perspectives on gender justice, exploring topics such as masculinity, body image, and misogynistic extremism.

Check out our first intersectional feminist zine. Also downloadable below:

A teal background with two illustrated people raising their fists. Text reads: "Redesign: An Intersectional Feminist Zine," "Created by The Representation Project Youth Advisory Council." The image includes decorative abstract shapes in white and teal.

A colorful zine cover titled "A Zine for a Cause" features text on turquoise and black background. It discusses gender norms, feminist change-makers, and the need for continued activism and representation. It includes a URL and mentions The Representation Project 2024.

An illustration of a woman hugging hearts with text above saying "You are loved" and below, a name "Sarah." A handwritten note reads about self-love, accepting love from others, and the importance of recognizing love for feminism and gender equity.

Black-and-white image with a poem by Audre Lorde titled "The Women of Dan Dance with Swords in Their Hands to Mark the Time When They Were Warriors," overlaid on top. A smiling woman with a sword and another person are in the background. The text highlights themes of struggle and triumph among women of color. A teal-colored notecard says "AMARIS.

In "Gummies," the collage of a weight loss supplement next to a pack of gummy bears pokes fun at how weight loss supplements have started to capitalize on the importance of mental well-being while still pushing the narrative that being skinny "brings" happiness. The pack of gummy bears, though not the healthiest thing ever, reminds viewers that happiness shouldn't be at the cost of your mental health.

An open journal with handwritten text and a small photo of Rebekah and another person on the right page. The journal has floral borders. The title at the top reads "I Tried on Dresses with My Mom." Below, a description reads, "In 'I Tried on Dresses with My Mom,' I redesign body image within the context of the beauty standard being embedded in generational trauma." The background is blue, with black and white design elements.

A poster titled "The Mirror" features an image of a girl gazing into a mirror, flanked by an angel on one side and a devil on the other. Makeup items are scattered around. The poster contains a descriptive text about inner beauty and self-acceptance. "BRITTNEY" is written at the bottom.

A comic titled "No One Asked" by Remy Tukurikwa. A girl experiences unwanted comments about her appearance, leading to frustration. The narrative discusses how excessive criticism affects many girls and the author's desire to convey the resulting emotions.

A black and white poster with text warning about misogynistic extremism in Canada's history. It highlights violent acts driven by radical misogyny, mentioning notable attacks and the ideologies behind them. The poster calls attention to the importance of addressing this issue.

A text-heavy image discusses violent misogynistic attacks in Canada, emphasizing the Ecole Polytechnique massacre, the Toronto van attack, and the Incel Spa attack. It highlights increased media attention, connections to the incel subculture, and political and societal responses.

Text detailing the misogynistic views and actions of Alek Minassian, the perpetrator of a 2018 vehicle-ramming attack, his association with the incel community, his belief system, and the broader implications on society. A repetitive blue and black geometric border frames the text.

A text-heavy image with a graphic bottom border featuring black and white zebra-like patterns with some colored stars over them. The text discusses the spread and influence of misogynistic views through online platforms and social media.

Illustration of a child sitting on a high bed, reaching for a star in a cloudy sky. The background is light blue with text saying "HOPE I DIDN'T KNOW I NEEDED" and "REMY". A description below reads the child's thoughts on hope and drawing style.

A colorful poster features an interview with a youth advisory council member named Colbie. Topics discussed include the future of gender equity and representation, resources for youth empowerment, and her involvement in various youth and social justice initiatives.

A text graphic with quotes sharing perspectives on mentorship and gender equality. The background is pale blue with a stylized question mark shape in black. The text is in black and cyan highlighting Colbie's responses about the importance of mentorship and advocacy for equality.

Download Redesign: An Intersectional Feminist Zine HERE.