Topic: Society

I Want To Know My Neighbours

Stu goes on a quest to get to know his neighbours, and attempts to find out why people shy away from getting to know each other and forming a community. His neighbours share their fears, where they believe the issue lies and share their experiences of their community and neighbours.

I Want To Know My Neighbours

Video length - 03.33

Published date - Jul 2008

Keystage(s) - 3 and 4

UK Trafficking

We don’t always associate trafficking with our own country. This video investigates how much of a problem people-trafficking is in the UK.

UK Trafficking

Video length - 03.07

Published date - Jul 2008

Keystage(s) - 4

The Oldest Trade in the Book

Belinda Brooks-Gordon on the history of prostitution, and how the trade has changed in accordance with social movements.

The Oldest Trade in the Book

Video length - 02.34

Published date - Jun 2008

Keystage(s) - 4

Downloadable resources

Sex & The Law

An agony aunt and sex expert presents the facts on what constitutes lawful sexual relations in the UK.

Sex & The Law

Video length - 03.03

Published date - Jun 2008

Keystage(s) - 4 and 5

My Two Mums

The daughter of a lesbian couple talks about what it’s like growing up with two mothers.

My Two Mums

Video length - 03.28

Published date - Jun 2008

Keystage(s) - 4

Gay & Married

A South Asian Muslim talks about the trauma of realising he was gay in a community that rejected homosexuality.

Gay & Married

Video length - 03.12

Published date - Jun 2008

Keystage(s) - 3 and 4

Nature Vs Nurture

A psychologist discusses whether homosexuality is something you’re born with or something that it is socially conditioned. He covers the idea of a “gay gene” and the history of homosexuality. The film also features interviews with members of the public regarding their views on the topic.

Nature Vs Nurture

Video length - 04.31

Published date - Jun 2008

Keystage(s) - 3 and 4

Downloadable resources

Model United Nations

TrueTube travelled to Haileybury School to see how a Model United Nations conference works and why you should get involved. The MUN debates global issues by simulating the diplomacy and practices of the UN. The MUN is open to all schools and universities: in 2007, 515 delegates from all over the world attended the MUN conference at Haileybury School in Hertfordshire. Students explain how it can enhance young people’s personal development, confidence, and social and political awareness.