The extent and impact of alcohol use in the screen industry is the subject of a new online study launched through the University of Melbourne, in partnership with social enterprise Screen Well.
By making considered changes to
workplace practices, could the screen
industry improve mental health
and wellbeing outcomes? Are there
smarter, safer and more sustainable
and innovative ways of making content?
Australasian Performing Arts Benevolent Funds has backed a program to upskill 108 live performance and screen workers in mental health first aid.
Griffith University researchers have launched a survey to assess the state of mental health in workers across the film and television industry.
After an extensive submissions period, Screen Well has unveiled the finalists for its inaugural awards program, designed to recognise wellbeing initiatives and innovations in the screen industry.
Screen Well is set to run a job-sharing pilot aimed at creating a new pathway for screen workers to enter or return to the industry, upskill, and enhance their work/life balance.
In recognition that many small screen businesses want to create a workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing, but are challenged to find the time or resources to stay across legislation, industry priorities and best practice, Screen Well has launched a free 'Wellbeing for Small Business' guide.
Australian employers now have increased legal obligations to protect the mental wellbeing of employees. IF finds out what that means for the screen industry.