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June 2005—The Entertainment Industry's Resource on Sexual Health
The Media Project's e-News Update
Stop Government Censorship in Hollywood
Take Positive Action for Responsible Television (Take P.A.R.T.) to support accurate sexual health information and positive images on television.
Government intimidation of Hollywood has made many networks nervous about providing sexual health information and storylines in their programming. Some have begun to censor themselves—concerned about the ambiguity of FCC regulations and fearful of the tactics of an administration intent on promoting ignorance to keep young people from engaging in sex before marriage. But, many in Hollywood have had the courage to take a stand!
This month The Media Project and Advocates for Youth recognize Jack & Bobby and Eve for their honest, accurate depictions of adolescent sexual health on TV. Write to the broadcasters and the FCC to express your support of accurate sexual health information on television. Tell these shows you support and applaud their efforts!
News of the Absurd
The following recent news stories are absurd, but real. Read more for storyline ideas where ideology trumps science (and fiction meets reality).
The Education of Shelby Knox
On June 21, 2005, PBS will air a documentary, The Education of Shelby Knox, which tells the story of Shelby Knox's fight for honest, complete, and responsible sex education in her hometown, Lubbock, Texas. In Lubbock, a lecture from the local pastor, about remaining abstinent until marriage, is the only “sex ed” teens receive!
To view a trailer of the film, see when the film will be showing in your local community, or take action on the sex education issue, visit http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/shelbyknox.htm
Did You Know? Personal Stories by Youth of Color on the Impact of HIV on Their Lives
Youth who face prejudice and discrimination are disproportionately affected by HIV. This month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that more than one million Americans are living with HIV. African Americans account for nearly half of those living with HIV, a disproportionate figure considering that African Americans account for only 13 percent of the U.S. population.
Television has an important role to play in combating prejudice and discrimination and their negative impact on youth of color. Visit The Media Project to read some amazing personal stories and information to help you create compelling storylines on this issue. Online at http://www.themediaproject.com/facts/yoc/index.htm
You can help The Media Project with a contribution today. To donate, visit http://www.themediaproject.com/about/donate.htm
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