What's the Story?

• Projector and screen
• Online High Video 
• Flipchart Paper 
• Discussion Cards

1. Show Online High

2. Divide the young people into smaller groups (approx. 6) and hand out flipchart paper and pens to each group.

3. Ask each group to choose a character:

• Taylor: The drug seller
• The Young Male: The person who has had a suspected drug overdose and is receiving CPR.

Explain that they will use discussion prompt cards to create a story or backstory about their chosen character. Encourage them to nominate someone to write or take turns.

4. Hand out the first discussion prompt card. Groups will discuss and write a summary of their character's story. They can use paragraphs, bullet points, or whatever helps them.

5. After 5 minutes, give out the second prompt card for further discussion and story development.

6. After 5 minutes, hand out the third card and let groups continue their discussion.

7. Bring the groups back together and ask them to share their story so far. 

• Use this time to fill in any blanks, prompt further thinking, or throw in a spanner.

8. Hand out the fourth prompt card and let each group discuss and write down two final points.

9. Ask each group to share their final two points with the larger group.

Discussion Points:

• Consider the setting, mindset and influences on the characters.
• Explore the role of social media and how it can affect perceptions, behaviors and encourage violence.
  • Discuss the risks and consequences for both sellers and buyers, including legal implications.

Emotions to Explore:

• Emotions like disbelief, denial, panic, worry, fear and loneliness can come up in these scenarios.
• Discuss how drug use and supply can affect someone's well-being and decision-making.

10. Summarise the key points highlighted by the groups in their feedback. 

11. Discuss the role of violence in these situations and the impact on individuals and their communities.

• Encourage open discussions and allow the young people to explore different viewpoints.
• Use prompting questions to dive deeper into each character's story.
• Ensure the conversation remains respectful and supportive.