Same Difference Film

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LGBT youth documentary

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Adam Kizer, bisexual teen, loses life by suicide after years of torment

When he was as young as nine years old, the life-threatening abuse from his peers started when they perceived Adam as "different." At that age, Adam narrowly missed being burned alive by escaping when other children tied him to a tree and doused him in gasoline, intending to set him on fire.

It deeply saddens us to hear of the passings of two teens due to homophobic bullying. Our hearts go out to both Adam's and Alyssa's family and friends.

Yesterday was the world premiere of our lgbt youth documentary, "Same Difference". This feature length documentary shows the difference between learning in a supportive school climate versus an oppressive school climate, featuring stories from Justin Aaberg and Graeme Taylor. It presents the lives of two real-life adolescent boys who identify as gay from a young age.

Justin was just one of nine youths that took their lives while attending the Anoka-Hennepin School District (in Minnesota) between 2009-2011.

"Same Difference" also examines current research on anti-bullying and offers solutions to handling gender and identity issues among adolescents within schools.

So many anti-bullying programs in the US do not even address homophobic language and name calling.

To view the trailer and learn more about this film, visit Same Difference

With every passing day, we become more eager to get "Same Difference" out into the world. These stories need to be heard. We hope that together we can become a driving force for positive change.

If you or someone you know are an LGBT young person (ages 24 and younger) struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can reach the The Trevor Project Lifeline at 1-866-488-7386. Also, transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals needing support can contact the Trans Lifeline at 877-565-8860. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)' can also be reached 24 hours a day by people of all ages and identities.

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***Update

The world premiere of “Same Difference” is here at last!! We will be premiering at the Albuquerque Film & Music Experience on Friday, June 5th at 4pm at the Kimo Theatre. If you are in the Albuquerque area please join us and bring your friends. Tickets may be purchased here.

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Also, don’t miss our phenomenal composers (Dave Eggar and Chuck Palmer) in a panel discussion on music in movies and television:

Music In Movies and Television THURS, JUNE 4 • 11AM–1PM HYATT REGENCY ENCHANTMENT BALLROOM And hear them perform at the:

Official After Party THURSDAY, JUNE 4 • 10PM–1AM CASA ESENCIA (800 RIO GRANDE NW) Join special guests and award-winning musicians Dave Eggar, Chuck Palmer, Mitch Frohman, Jon Marie Mack and others for a jam session that will blow you away.

We would like to acknowledge all of you that have supported this film over the past few years. Without you, none of this would have been possible. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Now we need funding to get our important message out into the world. Please visit our new “Bring Us to Your City” campaign through Indiegogo. You can read more about the film and see what people are saying about “Same Difference”. 

Thank you and we hope to see you at the world premiere or a city near you soon!

- Same Difference Team

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Statistics and quotes: GLSEN’s 2011 National School Climate Survey

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Hi, Thanks for following! I love your blog and think its brilliant that you are promoting youth LGBT and giving them a voice! Keep going. - Thanks THS.

Thanks for the follow and the support!

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Documentary shows result of oppressive school climate

Joshua Sweeny wants to make a difference. That is why he created the documentary, 'Same Difference.' ...

Thank you Adrian Gomez and Albuquerque Journal! 

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The world premiere of “Same Difference” is less than one week away! We will be premiering at the Albuquerque Film & Music Experience on Friday, June 5th at 4pm at the Kimo Theatre. If you are in the Albuquerque area please join us and bring your friends. Tickets may be purchased here.

Also, don’t miss our phenomenal composers (Dave Eggar and Chuck Palmer) in a panel discussion on music in movies and television:

Music In Movies and Television THURS, JUNE 4 • 11AM–1PM HYATT REGENCY ENCHANTMENT BALLROOM

And hear them perform at the:

Official After Party THURSDAY, JUNE 4 • 10PM–1AM CASA ESENCIA (800 RIO GRANDE NW) Join special guests and award-winning musicians Dave Eggar, Chuck Palmer, Mitch Frohman, Jon Marie Mack and others for a jam session that will blow you away.

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We would like to acknowledge all of you that have supported this film over the past few years. Without you, none of this would have been possible. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 

Now we need funding to get our important message out into the world. Please visit our new “Bring Us to Your City” campaign through Indiegogo. You can read more about the film and see what people are saying about “Same Difference”. We also have a special online pre-screening of the film as one of the perks for contributing.

Thank you and we hope to see you at the world premiere or a city near you soon!

- Same Difference Team

Find us on:

Facebook

Twitter

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Please help spread the word. Thanks and have a wonderful day!

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The world premiere of “Same Difference” is less than one week away! We will be premiering at the Albuquerque Film & Music Experience on Friday, June 5th at 4pm at the Kimo Theatre. If you are in the Albuquerque area please join us and bring your friends. Tickets may be purchased here.

Also, don’t miss our phenomenal composers (Dave Eggar and Chuck Palmer) in a panel discussion on music in movies and television:

Music In Movies and Television THURS, JUNE 4 • 11AM–1PM HYATT REGENCY ENCHANTMENT BALLROOM

And hear them perform at the:

Official After Party THURSDAY, JUNE 4 • 10PM–1AM CASA ESENCIA (800 RIO GRANDE NW) Join special guests and award-winning musicians Dave Eggar, Chuck Palmer, Mitch Frohman, Jon Marie Mack and others for a jam session that will blow you away.

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We would like to acknowledge all of you that have supported this film over the past few years. Without you, none of this would have been possible. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 

Now we need funding to get our important message out into the world. Please visit our new "Bring Us to Your City” campaign through Indiegogo. You can read more about the film and see what people are saying about “Same Difference”. We also have a special online pre-screening of the film as one of the perks for contributing.

Thank you and we hope to see you at the world premiere or a city near you soon!

- Same Difference Team

Find us on:

Facebook

Twitter

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THE PREMIERES ON JUNE 5TH IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO.

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I came across a pretty neat website for the lgbt youth community if you are interested in music

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33 states don’t protect LGBT students in anti-bullying laws

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Excellent graphic.

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If you are on instagram....

There is a fraudulent account on instagram by the name of Justinaaberg (all one word). This is not a good account, the person who has created this account is a malicious person causing harm to the Aaberg family and pretending to be Justin. If you are on instagram please message this person and help us get them to delete their account. Thanks.

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The majority of anti-bullying programs do not address homophobic bullying. Help us change that. Support "Same Difference".

Watch the trailer for the film here and please consider contributing by donating to our IndieGogo campaign and/or sharing with others on Tumblr, Facebook and Twitter.

More information can be found about the film here.

Thank you for your support.

Statistics and quotes: GLSEN's 2011 National School Climate Survey

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This has absolutely nothing to do with helping gay teens, but I had to repost this.