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  Decoding Our Lens – Teenage Mindsets

A Social Research Documentary Exploring How Teens Shape Culture, Trends, and Brand Choices

Presented by Her Stories Untold

Vancouver • Global

About the Project

Decoding Our Lens – Teenage Mindsetsis a short documentary and social research initiative exploring how teens discover trends, what influences their choices, and how brand behavior reflects identity and belonging.

This project investigates:

• Why certain products suddenly become must-have items

• How youth learn about new brands and trends

• What makes something “cool,” “cringe,” or “over”

• How culture, city life, peers, and digital influence shape daily choices

• Differences between Vancouver and Berlin youth perspectives

Our goal is to give teens a voice, engage communities, and support educators, parents, and brands in understanding what shapes young identity today.

Who We’re Looking For

We are currently seeking:

✔ Teen Participants (Ages 12–18)

Teens who care about fashion, food, sneakers, music, aesthetics, school culture, or brand choices.

✔ Schools & Youth Organizations

We welcome partnerships with public and independent schools across Metro Vancouver and Berlin.

✔ Sponsors & Community Partners

Brands, organizations, and supporters interested in youth research, education, and cultural storytelling.

Why Participate?

Teen participants will:

✓ Share real opinions about trends and culture

✓ Be featured in a meaningful documentary project

✓ Contribute to a research initiative that may help shape future youth programs

✓ Receive an honorarium (if funding becomes available)

✓ Gain experience in media, creativity, and self-expression

Schools benefit from:

✓ A free educational resource on youth behavior and identity

✓ Community engagement

✓ Media literacy support for students

Sponsors benefit from:

✓ Positive brand alignment with youth empowerment

✓ Inclusion in documentary credits

✓ Access to the final research report summary

✓ Community visibility and long-term partnership potential

Apply to Participate

👉 Teen Interview Application Form - for Teens participating (1 teen per form)

https://forms.gle/hWJkqyE3erTiFCb97

Teens will be contacted on a rolling basis.

Please indicate if you would like to participate to win a free T-shirt contest in the form.

Consent Forms 

https://forms.gle/V5wsANRU6EeCN3PU8

All participation requires a parent or guardian’s consent.

 For Schools & Educators

We welcome collaboration from:

• Vancouver School District (SD39)

• Richmond (SD38)

• Burnaby (SD41)

• Coquitlam / Port Moody / Port Coquitlam (SD43)

• North Vancouver (SD44)

• West Vancouver (SD45)

Email us if you would like the call-out poster for your school bulletin, newsletter, or classroom platform.

Contact: info@herstoriesuntold.com

⭐ For Sponsors & Partners

We are actively seeking sponsorship and funding.

Please Contact our team for the sponsorship information:

info@herstoriesuntold.com

 Timeline

In-person Interview: January 8, 9 , and 10, 2026

Any Questions?  Contact us : info@herstoriesuntold.com

About Her Stories Untold

Her Stories Untold is a global non-profit initiative focused on empowerment, youth engagement, cross-cultural dialogue, and storytelling. Through documentaries, interviews, community programs, and research, we shine light on real human experiences across generations.