The SCREAM programme offers a unique opportunity to engage a wide range of community actors and organizations in the promotion of social justice and universally recognized human and labour rights.
The education pack, which forms the basis of the SCREAM programme, is made up of 14 educational modules and a User’s Guide. The SCREAM modules enable young people to express themselves through different forms of artistic media, such as drama, creative writing, music and the visual arts, and in a manner specific to their culture and traditions. As well as raising their own awareness and that of their peers, by going through this learning process, young people will gain skills and confidence to address their message to society at large – their parents, relations, neighbours, teachers, local communities and authorities. In this way, young people and adults become partners for social change.
The modules are flexible and the process has been conceived in a “building block” format so that they can be adapted to the context in which educators are working and the constraints they may face, either in time or resources. They are intended to be adaptable to any geographical or cultural context and to any formal or non-formal setting. The activities may be part of a year-long education programme or a short workshop – activities should be planned to suit the conditions and needs of those involved.
As the SCREAM programme evolves, additional, complimentary modules are being created. In 2007, SCREAM: A special module on HIV, AIDS and child labour was launched. This resource is a companion module to the original Education Pack. It is intended for use by educators and team leaders to inform young people about HIV and AIDS and includes activities to increase awareness and understanding of related health, family and child labour issues.