Your partner in social emotional learning through short film

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How it works

We do all the hard work for you! Everything below is included in our classes so all your instructors need to do is find the right class!

Just plug and play! We have a script for each class ready to go so all you have to do is review and read it during your class.

Contextual notes keep students safe and offer solutions, Facilitation notes keep the class moving and engaged, and Clinical notes give insight into more technical aspects of mental illnesses.

What makes AOM Classes unique

Straight to your classroom

Art Opening Minds' Classes provide Instructors with the opportunity to select and then lead built-out lessons that explore social, emotional, and behavioral topics that are relevant both to their curricula and their students' lives.

A world of learning and exploration

Our immersive approach has students watch thematically-connected films, reflect on what they’ve seen to make their own interpretations, and engage in guided discussions that amplify their learning and create shared meaning.

With measurable outcomes

Participant evaluations, sent to your inbox, will demonstrate new mastery of material, sophisticated analysis of complex issues, and an increased likelihood to seek support for their own mental health when needed.

What people are saying about AOM

THOUGHTFUL, ENGAGING EXPERIENCES⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We’ve truly enjoyed hosting the Art Opening Minds sessions and are grateful for the thoughtful, engaging experiences they offer. Using film to spark conversations about mental health is a clever and powerful approach that allows students to feel comfortable, supported, and open to sharing in a relaxed, stigma-free space. With clear facilitator materials, an easy-to-use app, and gently flowing content that wraps up with practical tools, we look forward to continuing to host these meaningful sessions in the future.

Adriana Elias

SAFE SPACES FOR OPEN CONVERSATION⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The Art Opening Minds program offers a unique blend of creative films, somatic exercises, personal reflection and small group discussion creating an opportunity for students to explore mental health and wellbeing, gain new knowledge, and learn how to offer support to others. The content and resources provided to class facilitators is well developed, structured with sensitivity to the audience and very user friendly. Students really enjoy the innovative, engaging approach and we found the classes lend themselves to creating safe spaces for open conversation and healing. We are excited to continue our partnership with AWI through this program.

Jill Maze, MSW, LCSW, PPSC

BREAKS DOWN STIGMA⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The Art Opening Minds Classes have been a powerful tool for our campus, offering relatable short films that resonate deeply with our students' lived experiences. The ready-to-use curriculum is a tremendous asset, making it easy to integrate meaningful mental health conversations into our programming without added strain on staff. The unique combination of film and discussion breaks down stigma and encourages help-seeking in a way that's both accessible and impactful.

Myeshia Bobo, LCSW