Youth Action for Homelessness is seeking youth aged 14 to 21 to submit videos exploring issues around homelessness. The five-minute videos can educate, challenge myths or raise awareness. Winning filmmakers can receive one of two laptops, a $500 educational bursary or a week of film study.

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The Y.A.H. B次元官网网址 Contest project is delivered by a team from the 2011 Leadership Victoria program, and is proudly supported by the Greater Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness.

The contest closes April 30 and a showcase event will take place in late May. For more information, visit the .

Youth who wish to participate but do not have access to video equipment can contact yahvideocontest@gmail.com.