Changing Relations C.I.C. delivers education to schools, businesses and communities, using the arts to transform the way people think about gender stereotypes and relationship behaviours. Our innovative work breaks down gender barriers, fosters healthy relationships and transforms lives. We work with artists, communities and experts to produce powerful content in a range of art forms to engage audiences and participants, from film, music, theatre and dance to creative writing and visual arts. We address topical and sensitive subjects in an accessible way, giving a voice to those who have been affected, and generating public and professional understanding around:
- domestic abuse
- consent
- gender stereotypes, including “toxic masculinity”
- sexting risks
- healthy relationships
We can offer schools:
- creative accessible resources and schemes of work
- CPD
- bookable workshops / carousel days
Testimonials
Domestic Abuse Commissioner's response to Sometimes it Hurts resources
Domestic Abuse Commissioner, Nicole Jacobs, said: “I’m excited to hear about the carefully developed, thoughtful, much-needed resources [Changing Relations] produced for anyone helping young people recovering from abuse. We need them. They are incredible to help us move forward and get it right for young people.”Teachers and students' responses to our Sometimes it Hurts materials and training
100% of young people involved in developing our resources felt confident about what relationship behaviours are ok/not. Professionals said: “This approach allows expression without judgement.” “I have increased awareness of children’s understanding of these issues.” “Good balance of activities” They found our pilot CPD: interactive, creative, reflective, mindful, informative, inclusive, engaging, constructive, insightful, supportive, motivating, thought-provoking, excellent They were: “Confident in what to do now” with “knowledge to tackle difficult subjects” and will “to be more vocal in regards to distraught students.”Educator and student responses to our toxic teen relationship-themed play A is for Amy
90% of young people:- felt more confident they could recognise a friend’s relationship was toxic/helpfully approach friends they were concerned about
- found creativity helpful for exploring themes
- increased how much they knew about domestic abuse
- disclosures, enabling adults to identify need/put support in place
- young people ending relationships identified as controlling
