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perceptions, practices, & policies …oh, my! by Akima A. BrownFounder, Reel Families for Change On 28 August 2024, the U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek H. Murthy, issued a national advisory referencing research similar to our own and those we’ve cited, that the current state of American parenting and caregiving is detrimental to the mental health […]

Closing the Dream Gap begins with care Written by Akima A. Brown This Juneteenth, as we at Reel Families for Change celebrate the historic contributions of Black Americans, I’m equally excited to explore a future rich with possibilities of reimagined liberation. Like so much of our work, this exploration is rooted in stories – those we choose

In the pursuit of a more just and equitable workforce, the responsibility transcends individual industries.

A Business Case for Centering Trust in the Workplace Written by Sarah Lutot In a post-pandemic world, productivity conversations are everywhere across industries. Alongside these productivity conversations are demands for equitable and flexible work structures. In many industries, flexibility is synonymous with remote work. Flexibility itself is just that – flexible.  In the film industry,

The Business Impact of Justice-Centered Screen Production Written by Sarah Lutot TL;DR Three Practical Steps for Justice-Centered Productions: Equal Decision-Making: This is possible once trust has been established. Clear, transparent communication: Clearly communicate the rationale behind decisions, fostering trust and accountability.  Creating a Culture of Care: Minor shifts that build trust and foster collaborative and

Though we do our best to live out our ideals every day, we wish for a screen industry that embodies all the things that are important to us: care, kindness, compassion, and sustainability.

The Power of Collective Action Transforming the private sector’s responsibility for workers Written by Sarah Lutot Leveraging collective power is an effective, formidable, and compelling strategy to achieve equity in the workforce. We’ve seen this time and time again, most recently with the WGA & SAG-AFTRA strikes. These strikes exemplify the transformative power of united

building an ethos of care Transforming the private sector’s responsibility for workers Written by Sarah Lutot As we celebrate the momentous win for the Writers Guild of America (WGA) in obtaining their desired contract, now is the time to put the pedal to the metal and continue to ride this wave. This victory serves as

Crafting a culture of care RFC’s Journey to Industry-Wide Sustainable Production Written by Akima A. Brown      In the screen industry, where captivating stories come to life, there exist significant challenges related to work-life integration and the lack of support for caregivers. Reel Families for Change (RFC) is a pioneering organization dedicated to addressing

EMPOWERING SCREENWORKERS  Collective Bargaining and Collective Ambition Written by Akima A. Brown and Sarah Lutot      The screen industry is a dynamic and ever-evolving landscape that brings captivating stories and entertainment to audiences worldwide. Behind the scenes, however, lies a complex network of workers who face various challenges in their pursuit of fair treatment,