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Working towards achieving overall Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is an every-changing process. We have collected a group of valuable resources that will keep us all well educated and informed along the way.
Dancers Amplified: Global Active Practices
A living document created through research and data collection that includes methods of resonating action for diversity, equity, inclusion and access
Resources for cultural diversity in the creative sector
The Creative Equity Toolkit has links to hundreds of practical resources, inspiring case studies and important research on increasing diversity in the arts.
How to Speak Justice: A Guide to Inclusive Language HERE
“This glossary was researched and curated by members of Dancers Amplified with the purpose of creating a shared understanding of terms that define our world and shape our mission. Words matter in everything we do, and we aim to empower dancers and dance leaders to learn about the dynamic, nuanced nature of our 21st-century social justice vocabulary.” — Dancers Amplified
RESOURCES:
General:
Diversity Arts: Shifiting the Balance - A research report on cultural diversity in leadership within the Australian Arts,Screen and Creative Sectors
Diversity Arts:Equity Inclusion Checklist - A 10-minute survey tool to gain a quick snapshot of your organisation’s engagement with diversity, access and representation
Race Equity and Inclusion Action Guide - 7 steps to advance and embed race equity and inclusion within your organisation
Diversity Council Australia: Intersections at work - Understanding the experiences of diverse LGBTQIA+ Talent
Australia Council for the Arts: Towards Equity - A research overview of diversity in Australia’s arts and cultural sector
Australian Human Rights Commission - A Video and PDF on Developing a National Anti-Racism Framework (2021)
Promoting Diversity of Cultural Expression in Arts in Australia : A case study report lead by Western Syndey University
Dance and Stage Related:
Promoting Racial Equity in Ballet: Strategies and Challenges - A paper written to serve as a resource for anyone seeking to promote racial equity in ballet
Inclusive Casting in Australian Theater and Musical Theater - A guide to better inclusive audition practices
Confronting Racism and Implicit Bias in the Studio - Adivce for dancers and leaders on how to deal with implicit bias and micro-aggressions in the studio
Recognizing Systemic Racism in Dance - Statements that help us recognize systemic racism in dance
Body Size and Inclusivity in Dance - An Article written by Fumi Somehara outlining the importance of health at every size.
Support Resources for Dancers and Artists:
QLife- Anonymous and free peer support
TransHub - a digital information and resource platform for all trans and gender diverse (TGD) people in NSW, our loved ones, allies and health providers
The Butterfly Foundation - Support for eating disorders and body image issues; its National Helpline (1800 33 4673) is free and confidential
