Abstract:

This is a series of six short, candid stories told by children “at-risk” around the world. Each self-documented story testifies to the neglected state of children, and reflects an article of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Philippines: Sexual Exploitation (15 min).; Peru: Child Workers (12 min); Brazil: Street Kids (10 min.); USA: Inner City Kids and Police Brutality (7 min.); India: Girls and Education (12 minl); South Africa: Political Violence (11 min.). 1997 Note: Although suitable for children 12 years of age or older, it is recommended that the teacher or adult view the video before showing to young audiences.