Speaking for Human ELEVATION

Social activist, writer, director, producer and lecturer Laura Holman Rahman contributes to the stories of women and men of African descent by addressing intra-racial sexual terrorism in her film Broken Social Contracts© 2008.

The 6 sections of the film is designed to raise awareness &  
                                              consciousness.

The National College Women Sexual Victimization Study estimated that between 1 in 4 college women experience completed or attempted rape during their college years

84% of college men who committed rape said that what they did was definitely not rape.

42% of college women who are raped tell no one about their assault.

42% of the women who were raped said they had sex again with the men who assaulted them.

Nearly one third of college men said they were likely to have sex with an unwilling partner if they thought they could get away with it. *

*Statistics cited from US Department of Justice - Bureau of Justice Statistics

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I am most appreciative to everyone who helped make this film a reality. The most gratitude is given to all the participants in the film who trusted me with their words and images...I am humbly honored for each of your presence. Thank You

 Synopsis

Rahman’s film explores female and male relationships on the backdrop of two elite historically black colleges, Spelman and Morehouse (sister/brother institutions) in Atlanta, Georgia surrounding allegations of sexual assault on their campuses during the 2006 semester. Broken Social Contracts provides analyses beyond these two institutions through its interwoven poignant testimonials of activists, students, and scholars on gender roles within our society. Broken Social Contracts is a catalyst for stimulating conversation, while demonstrating how to engage in healthy relationships.

Statistics of sexual violence in our relationships are jarring and disturbing. Broken Social Contracts creates a profound opportunity of discovery and addresses the necessity for open dialogue within institutions of higher learning. The film brings voice to many of whom are often not discussed in our circles of influence.

This is a film that addresses us ALL across race, class and gender!

Part 5-6 coming soon....stay tuned!