Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy

SUUM.Studio Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy

1. Our Commitment

SUUM.Studio is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable creative environment. We actively promote equal opportunities in our workforce, projects, and collaborations to ensure that our creative output is representative, accessible, and inclusive.

We believe that a truly sustainable creative industry is one that is built on equity, inclusivity, and diversity. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our employment, training, and project development practices support underrepresented voices while aligning with ethical and environmentally responsible business models.

2. Scope & Purpose

This policy applies to:

  • All employees, whether temporary, part-time, full-time, freelance, or contractual.

  • Partners, collaborators, clients, suppliers, and the public engaging with SUUM.Studio.

  • The creation, production, and delivery of our artistic and design work, ensuring that our projects champion diverse voices and perspectives.

We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010, including:

  • Age

  • Disability

  • Gender reassignment

  • Marriage and civil partnership

  • Pregnancy and maternity

  • Race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin)

  • Religion or belief

  • Sex

  • Sexual orientation

We recognise that equality goes beyond legal compliance. We aim to break down systemic barriers in the digital, immersive, and creative industries to ensure meaningful participation for all.

3. Creating an Inclusive & Sustainable Workplace

SUUM.Studio is committed to:

  • Encouraging diversity and inclusion as fundamental to innovation, creativity, and business sustainability.

  • Providing training and guidance to ensure all staff and partners understand their role in maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace.

  • Making reasonable adjustments to support accessibility in all aspects of our work, ensuring that physical, digital, and communication barriers are minimised.

  • Championing fair recruitment, hiring, and progression, ensuring that opportunities are open to all.

  • Working with ethically responsible and sustainable suppliers who align with our values of diversity and environmental responsibility.

4. Addressing Discrimination, Harassment & Bias

SUUM.Studio has a zero-tolerance approach to:

  • Bullying

  • Harassment

  • Victimisation

  • Unlawful discrimination

Any reports of discrimination will be treated seriously, promptly, and confidentially, in accordance with our grievance and disciplinary procedures. We acknowledge that harassment may constitute both an employment rights issue and a criminal offence under the Protection from Harassment Act 1997.

5. Equity in Recruitment, Development & Representation

We are committed to:

  • Ensuring equal access to training, development, and progression opportunities for all employees and freelancers.

  • Promoting diversity in our hiring and project collaborations to reflect a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.

  • Using positive action where appropriate to address disparities in access and opportunity.

  • Expanding pathways into immersive and digital careers through accessible training, open-source resources, and outreach initiatives.

6. Accessibility & Inclusion in Digital & Immersive Workflows

We recognise that access to digital technology and immersive tools is not equal. SUUM.Studio is committed to:

  • Ensuring that our projects, training programmes, and creative outputs are inclusive and provide pathways for underrepresented practitioners.

  • Making immersive design and AI-driven creative technologies more accessible through community engagement, mentorship, and industry partnerships.

  • Developing knowledge-sharing activities that remove barriers to participation by offering content in multiple formats (e.g., captioned videos, written transcripts, and multilingual resources).

7. Monitoring, Review & Accountability

We will:

  • Regularly review employment practices, recruitment data, and workplace culture to assess our progress on diversity and inclusion.

  • Annually evaluate this policy to ensure it remains effective and responsive to evolving social and legal frameworks.

  • Consult staff, freelancers, and community stakeholders to continuously refine and improve our inclusion strategies.

  • Publish updates on our diversity and inclusion efforts, demonstrating accountability to our workforce, partners, and audiences.

This policy is fully endorsed by senior management and embedded into the core values of SUUM.Studio. For concerns, grievances, or further information, contact Pauline McCloy-Turtle, Creative Director [email protected]


Document updated 2025