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Gain insights on shaping a media world where everyone finds themselves reflected onscreen, ensuring a rich tapestry of stories and perspectives for all.

Toolkit: Body representation and portrayals in children’s television

Based on research from 2022–2024 children's TV, this toolkit offers guidance for more inclusive body representation.
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Toolkit: Toolkit for portrayals of menstruation in television programming

A toolkit on how portrayals of menstruation on screen shape teen understanding and stigma.
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Toolkit: Representing digital safety and privacy

Promoting responsible storytelling about cybersecurity, digital safety, and online harms in film and television.
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Toolkit: Toolkit for portrayals of menopause on screen

A toolkit for content creators for better portrayals of menopause in film and television
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Toolkit: How stories about midlife women can change the world

A quick, creator-friendly guide offering research and practical steps to improve how films portray menopause, aging, and the real lives of midlife women.
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Toolkit: How disability stories change the world: a quick guide for creators

When storytellers portray disability authentically, they don’t just change what audiences watch — they shift perceptions, influence attitudes, and reshape culture.
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