COMMISSIONED BY NORTH YORKSHIRE POLICE.
DISCOVER MORE ABOUT THE PROJECT AND THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE STORY.
Take a look into the background work that Christina has undertaken before producing the story. This initiative goes beyond the pages, aiming to address the critical issue of exploitation among young individuals. Join us in exploring the thought-provoking narrative and the active engagement with organisations and communities. This project is an invitation to contribute to raising awareness and making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. Explore how literature becomes a powerful tool for positive change in the realm of children’s safety education.
Superintendent, Selby & York Commander Fran Naughton & Detective Chief Inspector Carol Kirk, North Yorkshire Police with Christina.
Christina conducted research with Detective Chief Inspector Carol Kirk & Superintendent, Selby & York Commander Fran Naughton, North Yorkshire Police.
Christina and Head of the School Liaison Team Sergeant Heidi Lewis spent a day with the North Yorkshire Youth Commission.
Christina talked about her first story and animation with North Yorkshire Youth Commission. They had break out group sessions to discuss what they thought would be useful to cover in the sequel story.
York Police Cadets
Christina visited York Police Cadets to talk about the first story No More Knives or County Lines. The group were shown the animation with Christina opening up conversations about ideas for the sequel story.
Harrogate Police Cadets
Christina visited Harrogate Police Cadets to talk about the first story No More Knives or County Lines. The group were shown the animation with Christina opening up conversations about ideas for the sequel story.
Alicia Abbott
Alicia Abbot is a character artist and animator from Hull, East Yorkshire. She Studies BA Animation at UAL Following three years at Wyke Sixth Form College, where she was commended on her A–level Fine Art and Graphic Design with recognition awards. Alicia is currently invested in the rawness of contemporary British Imagery and plans to represent this concept in her future projects. Alicia has worked alongside INIT Creative, the Beats Bus as well as small musicians to create sleeve art.
INIT Creative
INIT Creative is an award winning agency specialising in video, animation, design and web design.
The team produced the first animated video No More Knives County Lines (Christina’s first story)
The team have worked with a number of organisations, including the BBC One Show. www.initcreative.com
The Warren Youth Project
Christina worked with young people at The Warren Youth Project. www.thewarren.org
The team worked with Christina to provide voices for the animation characters.
Will Davis Musician
Will Davis is a self taught musician who provided the music/sound for the animation.
Will has worked with a number of successful artistes, and will be releasing more work in 2024.
Apart from making music, Will is digital marketer.
Jacob Ditchburn
Christina reached out to Jacob of TradeMarque Design to help build the website.
Jacob is a Freelance Designer, specialising in Web Design, Graphic Design and Brand Identity.
COMMISSIONED BY NORTH YORKSHIRE POLICE.
VISITING SCHOOLS TO REACH YOUNG MINDS
Take a look into the background work that Christina has undertaken before producing the story. This initiative goes beyond the pages, aiming to address the critical issue of exploitation among young individuals. Join us in exploring the thought-provoking narrative and the active engagement with organisations and communities. This project is an invitation to contribute to raising awareness and making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. Explore how literature becomes a powerful tool for positive change in the realm of children’s safety education.
Superintendent, Selby & York Commander Fran Naughton & Detective Chief Inspector Carol Kirk, North Yorkshire Police with Christina.
Christina conducted research with Detective Chief Inspector Carol Kirk & Superintendent, Selby & York Commander Fran Naughton, North Yorkshire Police.
Christina and Head of the School Liaison Team Sergeant Heidi Lewis spent a day with the North Yorkshire Youth Commission.
Christina talked about her first story and animation with North Yorkshire Youth Commission. They had break out group sessions to discuss what they thought would be useful to cover in the sequel story.
York Police Cadets
Christina visited York Police Cadets to talk about the first story No More Knives or County Lines. The group were shown the animation with Christina opening up conversations about ideas for the sequel story.
Harrogate Police Cadets
Christina visited Harrogate Police Cadets to talk about the first story No More Knives or County Lines. The group were shown the animation with Christina opening up conversations about ideas for the sequel story.
Sonya Jones MBE Shropshire Service Manager & Safeguarding Lead at drugs, alcohol and mental health charity, With You.
Christina has been connected with Sonya Jones since 2020 when Christina launched her first story. Sonya has been a big supporter of Christina’s work on early intervention in primary schools. Sonya proof read her story and suggested some recommendations.
Sonya was awarded an MBE for Services to Tackling Child Exploitation 2024.
Alicia Abbott
Alicia Abbot is a character artist and animator from Hull, East Yorkshire. She Studies BA Animation at UAL Following three years at Wyke Sixth Form College, where she was commended on her A–level Fine Art and Graphic Design with recognition awards. Alicia is currently invested in the rawness of contemporary British Imagery and plans to represent this concept in her future projects. Alicia has worked alongside INIT Creative, the Beats Bus as well as small musicians to create sleeve art.
The Warren Youth Project
Christina worked with young people at The Warren Youth Project. www.thewarren.org
The team worked with Christina to provide voices for the animation characters.
INIT Creative
INIT Creative is an award winning agency specialising in video, animation, design and web design.
The team produced the first animated video No More Knives County Lines (Christina’s first story)
The team have worked with a number of organisations, including the BBC One Show. www.initcreative.com
Will Davis (Musician)
Will Davis is a self taught musician who provided the music/sound for the animation.
Will has worked with a number of successful artistes, and will be releasing more work in 2024.
Apart from making music, Will is a digital marketer.
