Speak It! From the Heart of Black Nova Scotia
1992
28 min
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In their predominantly white high school in Halifax, a group of black students face daily reminders of racism, ranging from abuse (racist graffiti on washroom walls), to exclusion (the omission of black history from textbooks). They work to establish a Cultural Awareness Youth Group, a vehicle for building pride and self-esteem through educational and cultural programs. With help from mentors, they discover the richness of their heritage and learn some of the ways they can begin to effect change.
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In their predominantly white high school in Halifax, a group of black students face daily reminders of racism, ranging from abuse (racist graffiti on washroom walls), to exclusion (the omission of black history from textbooks). They work to establish a Cultural Awareness Youth Group, a vehicle for building pride and self-esteem through educational and cultural programs. With help from mentors, they discover the richness of their heritage and learn some of the ways they can begin to effect change.
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directorSylvia Hamilton
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producerMike Mahoney
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cinematographyMike Mahoney
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executive producerMarilyn A. Belec
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scriptBob LowerSylvia Hamilton
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soundJane Porter
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sound editingJane Porter
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editingAngela Baker
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music editingAngela BakerClaire Henry
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re-recordingMichel DescombesLuc Boudrias
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narratorShingai Nyajeka
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musicLucky CampbellWayne HamiltonGlen GrantJeremiah Sparks
Education
Ages 12 to 17
Study Guide - Guide 1
Diversity - Black Studies
Health/Personal Development - Careers & Education
History and Citizenship Education - Culture and Currents of Thought (1500-present)
Media Education - Journalism/News
Before viewing, solicit prior knowledge about history of Black Canadians. After viewing, students add new information. Examine textbooks for content on Black History in Canada; discuss the text as a form of media – who created it? What is the intended message? Identify areas of lack in the curriculum; create a list of desired topics; have students prepare presentations and run a “conference”; involve community members, families or other schools.
