Creative Equity Toolkit

‘Getting it Right’: Anita Heiss on Indigenous Characters

Indigenous Australian author, poet, cultural activist and social commentator, Anita Heiss, speaks about tokenism and how to research and write stories with ‘believable, meaningful and (hopefully) empowering Indigenous characters’.

I finally landed the role I’ve dreamed of: a trans woman at peace with – and loved by – the world

This article by Suzy Wrong gives a perspective and the reflections on trans representation on screen - and advocates for better writing and roles, and gives an example of how the role in the Australia drama series Hungry Ghosts is a meaningful role for her in terms of how it reflects her actual experiences.

Indigenous Cultural Protocols and the Arts

Case studies in multiple art forms of how arts organisations have implemented the landmark Creative Australia Indigenous Protocols, developed in 2002 to ensure Indigenous culture is used ethically and legally with appropriate consultation and consent, according to both Australian copyright law and Indigenous cultural protocols.

Includes question prompts for developing project methodology to ensure respect and consent when making art that draws on another community's culture.

Jumbunna: Strong Voices Stronger Communities: First Nations media employment and skills development

This report outlines a suggested employment and skills strategy for Australia’s First Nations Broadcasting and Media Sector. It promotes the need for skills development through regular traineeships, fellowships, exchanges, as well as a focus on getting cultural safety right.