The Difference
Synopsis
“The Difference” is a short documentary series that explores the powerful stories of children whose lives have positively – sometimes vitally – changed because of their relationship with a mentor. Watch all three episodes now.
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Impact
For many children, navigating the path towards growing up can be scary, confusing, isolating, and in some cases, unsafe. Often the presence of just one person – one mentor – can turn a child’s entire life around for the better. It can mean the difference between success and struggle, confidence and insecurity, safety and instability, and sometimes even life or death. This is The Difference.
The Difference tells the stories of children whose lives have positively – sometimes vitally – changed because of their relationship with a mentor.
Credits
Director/Cinematographer/Editor
Becca Roth
Becca Roth
Producer
Albie Hecht
Co-Producer
Alexandra Blaney
Executive Producer
Susan MacLaury
Associate Producer
Kiana Jackson
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