“Breaking Silence” is a unique 15-minute short film project addressing domestic, family, and sexual violence. It offers a fresh perspective on the...
Harman Foundation Limited
”Breaking Silence” Short Films and Videos on Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence
GOAL
$15,000
australia > NSW > metro
15/07/2024 > 17/03/2025
FIELD OF INTEREST
- Individual/family services and support
TARGET POPULATION
- Women and girls
- People experiencing socio-economic disadvantage or vulnerability
PROJECT SUMMARY
“Breaking Silence” is a unique 15-minute short film project addressing domestic, family, and sexual violence. It offers a fresh perspective on these complex issues, exploring cultural barriers, stigma, and challenges faced by survivors. The project’s significance lies in its potential to spark conversations and challenge societal norms.
Breaking Silence: A 15-minute short film project that delves into the complex and sensitive issues surrounding domestic, family, and sexual violence.
DV awareness documentary: Under ten (10) minutes brief documentary-style video will feature candid and sincere narratives from volunteers, media representatives, artists, and community workers.
Key milestone dates:
– Pre-production: Rehearsals, coordination, script preparation, and readings: August 2024
– Production: Scouting locations, finalizing scripts, filming: October 2024
– Post-production: Editing, VFX, graphics :November 2024
– Screening the projects to a broader audience : December 2024
– Certificates distribution and ‘Shout outs’ via social media and during in person: February 2025
PROJECT OUTCOMES
The "Breaking Silence" project aims to enhance social outcomes for residents of The Hills Local Government Area (LGA) by cultivating awareness, empathy, and empowerment regarding domestic, family, and sexual violence. By offering a fresh perspective and delving into cultural barriers and stigma, the project will spark vital dialogues, challenge societal norms, and foster inclusivity within the community. Evaluation of the project's impact will
involve multiple metrics, such as audience feedback, levels of community engagement, and shifts in attitudes towards violence and survivors.
Moreover, we will monitor the utilization of support services and observe any changes in societal perceptions or behaviours concerning domestic and sexual violence. In The Hills LGA, there were 330 reported incidents, translating to a rate of 171.4 incidents per 100,000 population, ranking 108th in comparison to other areas. Through "Breaking Silence" we aspire to make tangible strides towards mitigating these statistics and creating a safer, more supportive environment for all residents.
Harman Foundation Limited
Founded in 2013 by Harinder and Maninder, after their own tragic loss left them thirsting for meaningful, sustainable support services, the Harman Foundation is modelled on a mission of delivering open, empathic support, guidance and reassurance to all multicultural community members. Since its inception, the Foundation has continued to evolve into a web of cost-free community support services, delivered by a committed group of volunteers, to address a range of individual and group needs, issues and concerns.
Mission: Provide holistic and culturally sensitive solutions to change lives and empower communities.
Vision: Build a community where individuals and families facing challenging circumstances have sustainable access to services, support and opportunities.
We offer:
- 24/7 Helpline (1800 116 675)
- Domestic & Family Violence Services
- Women’s Shelter HER HOUSE (Harman Foundation Empowerment & Refuge House)
- Counselling, Case management support to Men and Women
- Education and Wellbeing Seminars/Forums/Workshops
- Women, Kids, Youth, Seniors Empowerment Program
- Advocacy Services
- Food & essentials drives
- Multifaith Chaplaincy - Prisons and Hospitals
- Crisis Appeals for food and financial help
BUDGET BREAKDOWN
TOTAL BUDGET: $25,000
FUNDING
| Funding source | Amount |
|---|---|
| Harman Foundation Resources & Sponsorships (confirmed) | $10,000 |
| Funding Gap (unconfirmed) | $15,000 |
EXPENSES
| Expense item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Venue Bookings | $3,000 |
| Artists Expenses (including videography, set design & filming) | $9,000 |
| Production Marketing (sound, audio, music, editing) | $5,000 |
| Actors | $5,000 |
| Project Coordination & Administration | $2,000 |
| Catering | $1,000 |
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