Video Resources

This is Where We Live

This short video features youth from several GTA neighbourhoods discussing their views on how the justice system impacts their own lives and their communities. It also includes photographs taken in an OJEN project with Toronto Community Housing – Youth Safety Ambassadors This is important viewing for anyone working with vulnerable youth.

The Person Beyond the File

This video resource was developed and created in partnership with young people for adults who work with children and youth. The 11 video modules depict the lived experiences of young people who have grown up involved with the child protection and youth criminal justice systems. The resource is intended as a training tool for legal professionals, educators, youth workers and social workers, but may be used in the high school classroom as well.

Mock Trial Step-by-Step

This series of instructional videos explains each step of the mock trial process. Each of the 15 segments begin with an explanation of the process by a trial lawyer and is followed by a demonstration from a student mock trial team. This resource is designed for students, teachers and mock trial coaches.