Safe to Speak Up? Sexual harassment in the UK film and television industry since #MeToo
This report, funded by SIGN, asks: is it now safe to speak up about sexual harassment and violence in the UK film and television industry?
The report draws on interview data to explore people’s experiences of sexual harassment and violence in the UK film and television industry since the 2017 #MeToo movement. It reveals why people are choosing to report their experiences within their workplace, and what happens if they do. As well as outlining areas of good practice, it also reveals where improvements are needed.
A summary of this report is also available or you can read the policy briefing or the industry briefing.
The following support and advice is available for those experiencing sexual harassment and violence in the UK screen industries:
For all genders:
- Film and TV Charity Bullying Advice Service.
- For emotional support for sexual violence/harassment, support is available from the Survivors’ Trust or for LGBT+ people, Galop.
For women:
- Legal advice for women experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace, you can contact the Rights of Women helpline.
- For emotional support for sexual violence/harassment (including for bystanders) for women, Rape Crisis England and Wales; Rape Crisis Scotland; or Rape Crisis Northern Ireland.