Diversity in Australian Media
The honest voice: neurodiversity in the screen industry
If you are a neurodiverse Aboriginal woman, it is next to impossible to sit back from the truth and witness…
An open letter to reviewers, critics and editors
I’m Cessalee: a Black woman, DEI consultant, director and performer, arts audience member, and advocate for a better industry –…
The difficulty of defining 'Australian' on screen
Who has the right to strip an Australian from participating in an Australian identity? What is an Australian? In front…
Kaleidoscope ABC review: Gugu naGogo, Namaste Yoga, Viv’s Silly Mango, Yaz Queens
It's imperative for young Australians to see various representations of cultures and languages that are appropriate for them.
The chaos of authenticity
'The conditions under which storytelling exists in so-called Australia is dismal. Very little funding trickles down to marginalised communities.'
Resisting performative activism in the arts
A call to move away from superficial efforts at inclusion and bring about meaningful change in how community engagement and…
How intersectionality can help screen storytellers
What is 'intersectionality'? Pearl Tan and Priya A. Roy explain the concept and how it can make for better stories…
Film Review: Here Out West is more than diverse
The anthology film by CALD writers and directors, offers Sydney characters that are grounded and real.
The Unusual Suspects: damaging for Filipino stories
Gloria Demillo advocates for meaningful community engagement and dignified representation.
Pasifika Pride and the power of visibility
Filmmaker Jessica Magro has many reasons to celebrate the artistic success of Pacific Islander hip-hop artists.