GGAL Media Projects

These videos were developed as creative projects under the Girls Getting Ahead in Leadership (GGAL) program and the Healthy Relationships program. We believe that art can be a powerful tool for healing and learning. Through art, our students are able to utilize their creative potential and express themselves in diverse ways.

These videos are available to be used as learning tools for youth, youth workers, and educators. Check out some of our projects below!

Manipulation & Possessiveness: a domestic violence awareness story

About: Adriana and Jackson begin happily dating but over time Jackson becomes more aggressive and possessive in their relationship.

Everyone deserves a relationship free from violence. It is important to watch out for behaviors from your partner that are used to control, intimidate and cause you fear.

Communicating Consent: a dating violence awareness story

About: Mia has always wanted to be in a relationship and is thrilled when she and Felix begin dating. However, Felix seems to want more than what Mia is ready to give.

Communication, honesty and respect make relationships better. Asking for consent shows respect for yourself and your partner. Your body belongs to you and no one should have entitlement over that.

The Stranger: a trafficking awareness story

About: A strange man approaches Amore and offers her a job in modeling. When she declines, the man begins to follow her.

Every day children are trafficked for sex in schools, libraries, and shopping malls. It is important to understand the warning signs!

Sexual Violence Prevention & Awareness: a story by GGAL

About: At a cafe, Zack becomes verbally and physically abusive to his girlfriend, Haley, after she talks to the barista. An older couple notices and step in.

GGAL - Chain [MV]

GGAL students in the Healthy Relationships program write and perform a music video about "breaking the chain" on unhealthy relationships and taking a stand for themselves.

GGAL - Brightness is My Voice [MV]

GGAL students write and perform a music video about strengthening their voices against negativity and setting themselves free from toxic relationships.

GGAL - Just Breathe [MV]

GGAL students write and perform a music video about navigating their friendships and how to communicate with each other if they have disagreements.

These projects are funded by a grant from the MN Department of Health.