As part of its campaign to Build Respect Acceptance and Voice through Education, the United Federation of Teachers’ BRAVE Program is holding a video contest to highlight the efforts made by schools to create environments free of discrimination and harassment.

The contest is open to New York City public school students; students are invited to submit a 3–5 minute video that conveys the contest theme.

Download the flier and entry form »

Suggested ideas

• What does your school do to promote acceptance, tolerance and respect?
• How do you and your classmates stand up for others in a positive way?
• Is there a club or program that raises awareness about and works to decrease discrimination and harassment in your school?

Contest Requirements

• Contestants must be students of the New York City public school system. The contest is open to all elementary, middle and high school students.
• Contestants must have permission of their school principal and a teacher to serve as a sponsor and primary contact person.
• Submissions are in video format. Video submissions should be no longer than five minutes.
• Videos can be submitted via USB flash drive, DVD or other hard copy.
• Students/schools must follow DOE guidelines regarding videotaping/filming of students and videotaping/filming on school grounds. Schools must obtain parental consent and clearance.
• Video submissions must include the BRAVE video contest submission form with the name of the school, name of principal, school address, school telephone number and sponsoring teacher with contact details.
• All video submissions must be received by Friday, April 1.
• No more than two video submissions per school.

Judging Criteria

• A committee of BRAVE and other UFT staff will judge videos.
• Judges will look for original and unique things that your school community is doing to be BRAVE and take a stand against or raise awareness about discrimination and harassment.
• Winning videos are thought provoking, inspiring, moving as well as entertaining to the viewer.

Send submissions to:

Darlene Post, LMSW
dpost@uft.org
212-598-7764

UFT BRAVE Campaign
52 Broadway, 15th Floor
New York, NY 10004