By Interactive film marks Child Exploitation Day
A hard-hitting interactive film has been launched to coincide with and raise awareness of Child Exploitation Day on Thursday 18 April 2021.
In the film, Chloe and her friend are contacted by an online predator – viewers are prompted to make choices on behalf of the central character.
The storylines are based on real life experiences of the writing team and young people from the local area.
Councillor Ian Lindley, portfolio holder for children, education and skills at North East Lincolnshire Council, said:
“This film highlights the very real dangers facing young people who are using social media regularly and emphasises the decisions that young people can make to avoid getting into situations like this, as well as how best to seek out support.
“I would like to thank those involved in making the film and note the incredible local talent involved.”
Humberside Police and Crime Commissioner, Keith Hunter, added:
“Chloe’s Story is the latest in a series of resources produced through Not In Our Community to engage and protect young people. I am pleased North East Lincolnshire Council have commissioned this work and I hope it will be shared widely to raise awareness of the dangers of online grooming.
“It is an excellent resource for teachers, parents, carers and most importantly, young people themselves.”
Child Exploitation Awareness Day was founded in 2014 – it is now in its sixth year.
This year, it is being marked by activities throughout the UK to raise awareness of the risk of exploitation to children and young people.
The campaign uses media to help young people protect themselves and their friends from grooming and exploitation.
This years interactive film can be viewed here or via the Not In Our Community website:
‘Chloe’s Story’ was commissioned by North East Lincolnshire Council’s Young and Safe & GRAFT teams.
It was delivered through Not In Our Community on behalf of the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Humberside, co-written and produced by John Gilbert, Managing Director of Eskimosoup.
