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For all Equity members there is a free groundbreaking support system for members dealing with mental health problems. This includes a new dedicated 24/7 mental health helpline, an individual assessment and up to six professional counselling sessions funded by the union available across the UK.

To discuss your mental health call the new 24/7 helpline support number below (have your Equity number to hand). To discover the range of services that BAPAM provides, please see its website. If you want help with bullying and harassment at work call their dedicated line. For any other workplace issue please contact Equity staff.

24/7 Equity mental health and well-being helpline: 0800 917 6470
Equity’s bullying and harassment line: 0207 670 0268
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A set of principles and zero-tolerance guidance to prevent Bullying and Harassment was developed by the BFI in partnership with BAFTA and in consultation with organisations including guilds, unions, industry member bodies and key agencies, as well as employees and freelancers across all roles.
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Hollaback! is a global, people-powered movement to end harassment. It has produced this great guide to help people know what to do if they see abuse happen.
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It’s common practice to have a fight coordinator on set to plan a duel scene. An intimacy coordinator performs the same function – an expert working through a sex scene with the actors to make sure it feels natural and everyone is comfortable with it; it all comes down to safety and consent. These are the UK’s first-ever guidelines for the protection of artists involved in sex scenes on film, to help actors, directors and crew deal safely and comfortably with scenes including sexual content.
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Spot is an AI tool for safely, anonymously reporting workplace harassment and discrimination. It’s available to employees 24/7 and helps HR teams follow up.
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The Fawcett Society and YESS Law are working in partnership to offer an Equal Pay Advice Service targeted at those whose gross income is £30,000 per year or less and who do not have access to legal advice.
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The Film and TV Charity offers a confidential 24/7 advice line for everyone working in the industry. The number, 0800 054 00 00, is available whenever someone needs to talk. Its friendly advisers are trained to give support on a wide range of issues.
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The Guardians Programme is an Old Vic innovation designed to help any organisation go further in its commitment to creating a safe and secure working environment for all.
Additionally, a Guardians Network has been formed, to bring together the group of organisations from all sectors (not just the arts) who have implemented the principles of a Guardians Programme.
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