Out In Schools

Engaging youth & educators through film to create safer, more inclusive learning environments free from homophobia, transphobia, and bullying.

[Out In Schools @outinschools]

Out On Screen will no longer be adding updates on Twitter/X and Facebook on a regular basis. 💌 Please follow us on other social platforms or subscribe to our newsletter: https://t.co/NMKel5crJv

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Join our team! https://t.co/CNpKdYklgF

[Vancouver Queer Film Festival @queerfilmfest]

We’re hiring a permanent p/t Operations Coordinator! Apply by July 2, 2024: https://t.co/aqjiAuWo93

[Out In Schools @outinschools]

@JulianLeBlanc Thank you for your support Julian! It means a lot ❤️

[Vancouver Queer Film Festival @queerfilmfest]

Out On Screen is pleased to announce Eli Morris (they/them) is the new Executive Director, effective June 3, 2024!

Read the announcement: https://t.co/5UnsiTXlfG

[Out In Schools @outinschools]

Educators can reserve FREE tickets now to bring your students to see this youth-friendly 2SLGBTQIA+ film program in September at #VQFF2024! 🥳🌈

[Vancouver Queer Film Festival @queerfilmfest]

Introducing FREE matinée screenings of youth-friendly 2SLGBTQIA+ films for school groups and youth at the upcoming 36th annual Vancouver Queer Film Festival! Co-presented by @outinschools & @thecinematheque

Educators may reserve group tickets now: https://t.co/OJE4ldKysU

[Out In Schools @outinschools]

At the beginning of May, we went on tour to Comox Valley/the unceded lands of K’ómoks First Nation! Lydia, Ian, and Danny visited all 6 middle and high schools in the district and connected with ~1500 students, teachers, and community members 💗

[Vancouver Queer Film Festival @queerfilmfest]

Out On Screen commits to the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI).

Read our full statement: https://t.co/ID26vP7VRP

Learn more about PACBI guidelines at https://t.co/pvwNITtsfF

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Thank you to everyone who joined us or donated to our #DayOfPink fundraiser screening of Summer Qamp ft. Mx. Bukuru!

With your help, we raised a total of $12,000 in support of @outinschools 💛

Special thanks to our match donor Sam Bourne (pictured) & @VanFilmStudio

[Vancouver Queer Film Festival @queerfilmfest]

We're hiring ✨ FIVE ✨ Canada Summer Jobs positions to support the 36th annual Vancouver Queer Film Festival this summer!

Full-time, 12 or 16-week contracts
$25.68/hr + 4% in lieu of vacation

Apply by April 29, 2024: https://t.co/4cG2AEYUPh

[Vancouver Queer Film Festival @queerfilmfest]

Catch comedian and drag performer Toddy at our all-ages fundraiser screening & drag show next Wednesday, April 10! Get tix: https://t.co/iYsay8sMUU

All ticket sales and donations support @outinschools 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

Pictured: Toddy performing at the #VQFF2023 Opening Night Party

[Vancouver Queer Film Festival @queerfilmfest]

"Buried within the woods of Alberta, Canada sits camp fYrefly, a haven for LGBTQIA2S+ teens..."

Join us April 10 for a screening of the heartwarming documentary Summer Qamp + a drag show raising funds for @outinschools!

Get tickets now: https://t.co/iYsay8sf5m

[Out In Schools @outinschools]

Buy a ticket to our #DayOfPink fundraiser on April 10 and support @outinschools’ work across BC! 💕

[Vancouver Queer Film Festival @queerfilmfest]

Pack your sunscreen and pink hair dye, because we’re taking you to ☀️ Summer Qamp ☀️ for our spring fundraiser screening with drag performances by Toddy!

Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 6:30PM
Scotiabank Theatre, 900 Burrard St

Tickets ➡️ https://t.co/iYsay8sf5m

[Out In Schools @outinschools]

@TMWindmill Thank you for your support Trina! Please do get in touch, we'd love to visit your school⭐

[Out In Schools @outinschools]

This #PinkShirtDay we encourage you to think about ways to support 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and create safer, more inclusive communities. Our hearts are heavy but we know that it is possible to change culture and foster empathy. Together, we can turn the tide ❤️

[Vancouver Queer Film Festival @queerfilmfest]

We are looking for a new Executive Director of Out On Screen (@queerfilmfest @outinschools)! Learn more and apply now: https://t.co/jydqxWMkGm

[Out In Schools @outinschools]

🥰 We love to connect young people like this Grade 7 student with stories that can move them to empathy and understanding.

Twin Sparks is available for free to educators on our Film Catalogue! https://t.co/bXzColoC69

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All smiles from our facilitators who have been back in classrooms!😄😄😄

1: Hayley, Lydia, and Danny at Magee Secondary School (Vancouver)
2: Danny, Cameron, and Nyah at Pear Tree School (Vancouver)
3: Lydia and Danny at Heritage Woods Secondary School (Port Moody)

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➡️ Support our work and keep SOGI education in BC: https://t.co/pVuhZTZFhk

[Out In Schools @outinschools]

Programs like @outinschools are now banned or severely limited in provinces across Canada by legislation like those announced last week in Alberta.

Read our full statement: https://t.co/WPQNKwRR3l

[Out In Schools @outinschools]

➡️ Donate to the legal advocacy fund in Alberta: https://t.co/k3DusiN1AA