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Why it's so important for children to see diversity on the big and small screens
Research suggests that children who see a wide range of genders, races and sexualities on screen are less likely to develop stereotypes.
Jennifer Burton is a filmmaker and helms the independent film company Five Sisters Productions. Her films include Kings, Queens, & In-Betweens (a documentary on gender, identity, and drag, 2016), The Happiest Day of His Life (MTV/Logo) and Manna From Heaven (MGM/SONY).