TOOLKIT 1 | An introduction to disabled access and inclusion

Will Sadler and Zosia Feher, from Beacon Films will introduce you to key concepts behind disabled access and inclusion.

Who is this for?

• Organisations that commission or make screen content, whether production companies, broadcasters, museums, agencies etc.
• Organisations that are trying to improve wellbeing in the screen industries.

What will happen?

The session will cover

• Definitions of 'Deaf', 'disabled' and 'neurodivergent'
• Best practice around language
• The Social Model of Disability as a practical tool for including Deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent talent talent

This event is an introduction to the following month's workshop led by access consultant Ellie Page. If you can't make the second session, a recording of it will be available online. Ellie's session will provide a more detailed look at how to identify and accommodate the access needs of disabled talent.

Format

• This will be an interactive online workshop
• We may use breakout rooms for small group discussions
• You do not have to join a breakout room if you don't want to
• People can ask questions in the Q&A section
• People can also ask questions by using the raise hand button.

Event Access

• When you book your tickets, you will be asked about any access requirements you have.
• BSL interpretation is available.
• Auto-captions are provided for all sessions.
• There will be no breakout groups at this event.
• You are welcome to join the meeting hosts in person (hybrid) at their Newcastle office.
• If you'd like to be joined by a supporter / PA, they'd be welcome. There is no need to book a second ticket. Just forward the meeting link to them.
• The recording of the event will be available to view afterwards via our webpage: beaconfilms.org.uk/focusforward
• Notes of the event will be circulated to all attendees afterwards.
• For any other access-related questions, please contact Will Sadler (will@beaconfilms.org.uk)

About Inclusive Lens

Inclusive Lens is a learning space for creative and cultural organizations dedicated to improving inclusion for Deaf, disabled, and/or neurodivergent (DDN) production talent. Supported by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, it provides a mutual and non-judgmental environment for learning about accessible and inclusive workplaces.

The program offers monthly sessions led by DDN professionals wherever possible, including practical TOOLKIT workshops and confidential TROUBLESHOOT sessions to workshop real-life challenges. These sessions aim to help commissioners create inclusive practices, connect them with talented DDN filmmakers for paid opportunities, and promote shared learning.

Please let us know any access requirements when you sign up. BSL interpretation is available.

Find out more about Inclusive Lens by clicking here.