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Staying Safe in Entertainment Workplaces TIME’S UP was born in Hollywood, when actresses, producers, directors, and screen professionals from across the industry started calling out the rampant sexism, violence, and double standards that workers in entertainment endure. By speaking up, speaking out and speaking together, we regain [our] power. And we hopefully ensure that this kind of rampant predatory behaviour as an accepted feature of our industry dies here and now.
— Lupita Nyong’o In response, TIME’S UP UK have worked in collaboration with TIME’S UP Entertainment in the US to create this guide, a resource for those in the entertainment industry who find themselves experiencing or witnessing workplace misconduct. This includes harassment, discrimination, unwanted touching, sexual assault, and rape. The TIME’S UP UK Guide to Working in Entertainment covers auditions, nude and simulated sex scenes, information about reporting misconduct, and more. No matter your situation, you have options. We’re here to help by connecting you with resources and information so you can determine your best path forward. In the meantime, trust yourself.
If something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t. If it seems like a red flag, it probably is. It’s okay to say “no”, to speak up, and to leave situations that make you uncomfortable. No role, job, or relationship is worth compromising your physical or emotional safety. And if something happened to you, we believe you. You are not alone, and we are here to help. If you have feedback to help us improve this guide, we welcome it. Please contact us at info@timesupuk.org. In solidarity, TIME’S UP UK Your Right to Report Sexual Misconduct and Harassment 2
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Table of Contents 4 Resources at a Glance 8 Reporting Harassment, Discrimination or Other Abuse Occurring at Work 15 Deciding Whether to Report to Your Employer: 17 Considerations before reporting to your employer 17 Advantages of reporting to your employer 17 Disadvantages of reporting to your employer 18 Additional considerations about reporting to your employer 18 Additional Resources for Harassment at Work 20 Our Gratitude to Our Collaborators The information provided does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials are for general informational purposes only.
Information provided may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. This publication contains links to other third-party websites. Such links are only for the convenience of the reader, user or browser; TIME’S UP UK and its partners do not recommend or endorse the contents of the third-party sites. No reader, user, or browser should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information herein without first seeking legal advice. All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on this publication are hereby expressly disclaimed. The content on this posting is provided “as is” no representations are made that the content is error-free.
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Resources at a Glance Acas Acas gives employees and employers free, impartial advice on workplace rights, rules and best practice. It also offers training and help to resolve disputes. Call the free confidential helpline: 0300 123 1100 Website www.acas.org.uk/bullying Actors’ Benevolent Fund The Actors’ Benevolent Fund has two grant programmes open to professional actors, actresses and stage managers. Support for those who are unwell, injured or unable to work because of their age One-off grants for those who are experiencing financial hardship owing to coronavirus Bectu Bectu represents employees, contract and freelance workers across the media and entertainment industries.
Its members are supporting artistes or those who work in non-performing roles in broadcasting; film and cinema; digital media; independent production; leisure: live events; theatre and the arts. It is committed to making workplaces safe and free from bullying and harassment. You can access its sexual harassment resources here.
If you need any advice or support and are already a Bectu member, or want to become a member, contact by email membership@bectu.org.uk or call 020 7346 0900 BFI Bullying, harassment and racism prevention for the screen industries Full details of the principles and guidance for tackling and preventing bullying, harassment and racism in the screen industries, commissioned by the BFI and supported by organisations across the UK, can be accessed here. Casting Directors Association An alliance and support system of professional UK casting directors dedicated to upholding professional standards within the industry. Website: www.castingdirectorsassociation.com Advice:
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Casting Directors’ Guild The Guild is a professional organisation of casting directors in the film, television, theatre and commercials communities in the UK and Ireland, who have joined together to further their common interests in establishing a recognised standard of professionalism in the industry, enhancing the stature of the profession, providing a free exchange of information and ideas, honouring the achievements of members and standardisation of working practices within the industry. The Casting Directors Guild website is here: www.thecdg.co.uk The Casting Directors Guild Complaints portal can be accessed here:
www.thecdg.co.uk/complaints Citizens Advice Bureau It might be against the law if you’re being treated unfairly or differently at work because of who you are, such as being disabled or being a woman. If it is, you can complain to your employer or take them to an employment tribunal. The main law that covers discrimination at work is the Equality Act 2010 – part 5 covers work. For guidance you can contact an adviser through the Citizens Advice Bureau national phone service: Adviceline (England): 0800 144 8848 Adviceline (Wales): 0800 702 2020 Advice (Scotland): 0800 028 1456 Advice (Northern Ireland):
www.citizensadvice.org.uk/about-us/northern-ireland/ Relay UK – if you can’t hear or speak on the phone, you can type what you want to say: 18001 then 0800 144 8884 You can use Relay UK with an app or a textphone. There’s no extra charge to use it. Find out how to use Relay UK on the Relay UK website. The Adviceline is available from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. It’s usually busiest at the beginning and end of the day. It’s not available on public holidays. Calls to Adviceline are free from mobiles and landlines. You can see more about our call charges.
Equality and Human Rights Commission If you need expert information, advice and support on discrimination and human rights issues, contact the Equality & Support Service (EASS) on: Phone: 0808 800 0082 Textphone: 0808 800 0084 You can email using the contact form on the EASS website. Also available through the website are BSL interpretation, web chat services and a contact us form. Post: FREEPOST, EASS HELPLINE, PN6 521 Opening hours: 9am to 7pm Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm Saturday closed on Sundays and public holidays Your Right to Report Sexual Misconduct and Harassment 5
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