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100 years of supporting film, TV, and cinema workers

We’re here for everyone working behind the scenes in the industry 
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How we support you

If you work in film, TV, or cinema, we’re here to support you, whether you’re freelance or salaried. We provide in the moment, practical support with mental and physical health – everything from a listening ear when you need one through to counselling.

We can also help you to:

Get financial support and grants
Respond to bullying and harassment
Improve your mental wellbeing
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    Join us on Thursday 2nd May for our webinar, co-hosted with UK Muslim Film, to find out more about the upcoming launch of Reel Impact

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  • We are opening our doors at 22 Golden Square!

    28 February 2024 

    Do you work in the film, TV, and cinema industry and find yourself needing somewhere to come and work for a few hours? We’re opening our doors, firing up our coffee machine, and unveiling our free open workspace right in the heart of Soho.

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Improving the industry

We’re committed to making the industry a happier, healthier place to work. We use evidence to prompt action that has real impact.

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Thanks to the support of people just like you, we’re able to have a positive impact on the lives of people across the film, TV, and cinema community. 

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    Our partners play an instrumental role in our mission to provide support to individuals across film, TV, and cinema.

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    Ready, Set, GOAL! The industry’s biggest five-a-side football and netball tournament is back by popular demand!

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The support I received meant I could keep going at a time when I thought I would be forced to give up my dream. I really hope other heads of departments speak to the Charity and see that their work is for everyone. 
Heather Basten, Casting Director 

What we’re working on

We work with industry partners to make life behind the scenes better. From mentally healthy productions to community engagement, we’re working to improve equity and inclusion across the industry, especially for people from marginalised or under-represented groups. Together, we are film and TV.

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    Mentally healthy productions 

    The Whole Picture Toolkit helps support people at all levels of production, and guides managers and senior creative leaders to look after the mental health of crew members.

    Whole Picture Toolkit
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    Money Matters 

    Find out about our most recent industry research on the finances and financial resilience of film, TV, and cinema industry workers.

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