Equity & Inclusion

Oscar-nominated director Kevin Wilson Jr. used a fresh lens to explore the full richness of the Black experience in a breath-taking Procter & Gamble-sponsored short film project, “Widen the Screen” – a platform that reclaims the beauty of Black life in film. Wilson shares with us how he directed the series, and insight on his experience working with a predominantly Black cast and crew. Wilson will be joined by Al-Teron Williams, one of the featured actors, for this discussion.

In this thought-provoking keynote address, The Female Quotient’s CEO Shelley Zallis will explore the steps the union can take to channel candid conversations into tangible action steps for change.

The SAG-AFTRA Native Americans Committee welcomes a discussion with IllumiNative, part of a new generation of Native American / Indigenous non-profits, to discuss their advocacy for the community by using a combination of data, resources, digital networking and vocal advocacy to ensure that the invisibility, stereotypes, and misinformation about Native peoples on screen and in our society are a thing of the past.

A conversation with award-winning, seasoned actors on how to create systemic change and greater inclusion and opportunities for senior representation that reflects the diversity of the American Scene.
 

A conversation with the Ruderman Family Foundation and other disability inclusion advocates.

Asian American Pacific Islander Americans have been the targets of anti-Asian bullying and violence for over a year. In this panel discussion, broadcasters covering the tragic stories along with actors speaking up, join to talk about how the media can help stop the hate.

Presented in partnership with the Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA).

Grab a seat and tune-in as we shine a light on the need for greater humanization in the crafting of genuine and authentic stories of Native Americans. We’ll delve into some of the ways that Native actors and storytellers have been part of the fabric of the American scene since its inception and look at how today’s narrative has yet to be a true reflection of the culture in today’s programming.

Moderator: 
Amanda Salas, Anchor, Good Day LA

Special Guests:
Dan Bucatinsky, Actor, The Beauty and the Baker
Gloria Calderon Kellett, Creator, Actor and Producer, One Day at a Time
Nicholas Gonzalez, Actor, The Good Doctor
Carla Hool, CSA Casting Director, Narcos
Jolene Rodriguez, President, Broken English Productions
Gina Torres, Actor, Suits

Join the SAG-AFTRA President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement, representatives from the AFL-CIO and Rock the Vote, and actor activists for a commemoration of the upcoming 100th Anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment and a non-partisan conversation focusing on the importance of voting.

There is a critical need for greater inclusion of performers with disabilities in productions in general, as well as authenticity in storytelling around characters who have disabilities. This conversation will look at where we are now, where we need to be and how we can foster changes that move the industry forward toward greater inclusion and authenticity.