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The power of ‘allyship’ in creating an inclusive workplace
4 months, 1 week ago

The power of ‘allyship’ in creating an inclusive workplace

Hindustan Times  

The beloved American memoirist, poet, and civil rights activist, Maya Angelou, once said, "…in diversity there is beauty and there is strength." While strides have been made in women's representation in the workplace, significant progress is still needed for underrepresented communities, particularly the LGBTQIA+ community. As per a report from 2023 by Diversity for Social Impact, companies embracing diverse allyship …

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Hollywood’s ‘epidemic of invisibility’: Study finds regression of representation
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Hollywood’s ‘epidemic of invisibility’: Study finds regression of representation

LA Times  

Despite the box office triumph of “Barbie,” starring Margot Robbie, left, Alexandra Shipp, Michael Cera, Ariana Greenblatt and America Ferrera, the number of top movies starring women in 2023 dropped significantly. According to a new report released Monday by USC’s Annenberg Inclusion Initiative and its founder, Stacy L. Smith, the number of top-grossing movies starring girls and women in 2023 …

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David Schwimmer, Mayim Bialik and over 200 other stars sign letter blasting Motion Picture Academy for ‘antisemitism’
11 months, 2 weeks ago

David Schwimmer, Mayim Bialik and over 200 other stars sign letter blasting Motion Picture Academy for ‘antisemitism’

Hindustan Times  

In a historic moment, over 260 notable Jewish figures have signed a scathing letter blasting the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for “antisemitism.” The signatories of the letter from the JITC Hollywood Bureau for Jewish Representation include famous A-listers like David Schwimmer, Mayim Bialik, Tiffany Haddish, Julianna Margulies, Michael Rapaport, Debra Messing, Ginnifer Goodwin and Marta Kauffman. David …

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Jewish entertainers’ group criticises Academy over diversity efforts
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Jewish entertainers’ group criticises Academy over diversity efforts

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy More than 260 Jewish members of the entertainment industry, including actors …

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At 8%, women still underrepresented among ranks of mutual fund managers: Report
2 years, 9 months ago

At 8%, women still underrepresented among ranks of mutual fund managers: Report

Live Mint  

Women remain drastically underrepresented in the Indian mutual fund industry with research showing that out of the 399 fund managers in the country, 32 are women, who are managing funds either as primary or secondary managers or have oversight as heads of equity or debt. As per the report by Morningstar Investment Adviser India, currently, the total count of women …

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Long underrepresented in film and TV, Latinos are falling further behind
3 years, 6 months ago

Long underrepresented in film and TV, Latinos are falling further behind

LA Times  

Seen from left, George Lopez from “The George Lopez Show,” Rita Moreno from “One Day At a Time,” America Ferrera from “Ugly Betty,” and Jharrel Jerome from “When They See Us.” SPECIAL REPORT Hollywood's Latino Culture Gap Times journalists examine the complicated history of Latinos in Hollywood and the actions being taken to increase their representation, which remains stubbornly low. …

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17 Asian American-Owned Beauty Brands To Support
3 years, 7 months ago

17 Asian American-Owned Beauty Brands To Support

Huff Post  

Insert Name Here When Sharon Pak, who is Korean American, started working in the beauty industry eight years ago, she saw firsthand how underrepresented Asian people are: “First day on the job, I realized I was the only dark-haired minority in a sea of blondes. It then dawned on me that although Asians are one of the biggest consumers within …

Andy Samberg says people who have issue with Oscar diversity requirements should ‘f*** off’
4 years ago

Andy Samberg says people who have issue with Oscar diversity requirements should ‘f*** off’

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Andy Samberg says award voters unwilling to …

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Hollywood still lacks inclusion in behind-the-scene jobs, LGBTQ+ representation, study finds
4 years, 3 months ago

Hollywood still lacks inclusion in behind-the-scene jobs, LGBTQ+ representation, study finds

Firstpost  

According to the latest report by the Inclusion Initiative at the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, Hollywood has remained far from reflecting the multi-racial composition of its American audience in certain areas. But in many other areas — speaking roles, behind-the-scenes jobs, LGBTQ+ representation, parts for people with disability — Hollywood remains far from reflecting the makeup of …

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Oscars goes ‘woke’ – “Best Movie” must be inclusive and check all the ‘diversity’ boxes
4 years, 3 months ago

Oscars goes ‘woke’ – “Best Movie” must be inclusive and check all the ‘diversity’ boxes

Op India  

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, popularly known as Oscars, on Tuesday, announced new eligibility reforms to qualify for the best picture category that intends to encourage diversity and equitable representation on screen and off, addressing gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, and disability. In an effort to add a bit of flavor of ‘diversity’ to its awards, the …

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Oscars set inclusion standards for best picture category
4 years, 3 months ago

Oscars set inclusion standards for best picture category

Associated Press  

In an historic move, the Oscars are raising the inclusion bar for best picture nominees starting with the 96th Academy Awards in 2024. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Tuesday laid out sweeping eligibility reforms to the best picture category intended to encourage diversity and equitable representation on screen and off, addressing gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity …

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New Oscars standards say best picture contenders must be inclusive to compete
4 years, 3 months ago

New Oscars standards say best picture contenders must be inclusive to compete

LA Times  

And the Oscar goes to. Creative leadership and department heads At least two of the following creative leadership positions and department heads—Casting Director, Cinematographer, Composer, Costume Designer, Director, Editor, Hairstylist, Makeup Artist, Producer, Production Designer, Set Decorator, Sound, VFX Supervisor, Writer—are from the following underrepresented groups: • Women • Racial or ethnic group • LGBTQ+ • People with cognitive or …

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