Every agency website says “We’re an inclusive studio” but are they? Beyond the buzzwords, how does that play out for those working there? What are they doing day-to-day to action the claim? Because it’s not a simple one. Especially when what’s inclusive to one person, isn’t to another. 

So is it even possible to build a studio that doesn’t exclude anyone in it? 

This week, we’re trying to define inclusivity. Asking what it means to each guest, how it affects client relationships, the red tape and policies need and how to challenge exclusion when you see it.

Wale Osunla, Designer at Studio Moross, shares what it’s like to work somewhere that puts so much emphasis on inclusivity, how it works in practice and compares it to other studios he’s worked in.

Aries Moross, Creative Director at Studio Moross, reflects on over a decade of building a studio that strives to be inclusive. The lessons, the red flags and the advice they have for other leaders wanting to make changes.

Ebony Montague, Director & Founder at HR Said That, helps us understand the practicalities of inclusion, and how HR can empower employees. She also shares her experience witnessing exclusion of all forms.

Yee Poon, Illustrator & Designer at Hey What Studio, explains what she’s looking for in a workplace, and how she tackles raising issues without upsetting the status quo.

A conversation that asks more questions than it answers, but at least, starts to uncover the issues we so often tip-toe around.

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ACAS helpline https://www.acas.org.uk/contact

CIPD Knowledge hub https://www.cipd.co.uk/knowledge

Definition of the psychological contract https://www.cipd.co.uk/knowledge/fundamentals/relations/employees/psychological-factsheet#gref

The Other Box https://www.theotherbox.org/

Resources for D&I in theatre https://uktheatre.org/theatre-industry/guidance-reports-and-resources/diversity-initiatives-for-uk-theatres/

BBC guidance on Neurodiversity in buildings https://bbc.github.io/uxd-cognitive/

Job Ad Gender decoder http://gender-decoder.katmatfield.com/

Supporting mental health at work: guide for people managers (CIPD & MIND) https://www.cipd.co.uk/knowledge/culture/well-being/mental-health-support-report

HR Rewired: Anti-racism & racial equity advisory firm for the workplace https://hr-rewired.com/ 

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Edited by James from Be Heard

Original music 'Theme From NDA' by Jamie Ellul & Toby McLaren

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