Never Not Creative, the non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the mental well-being of the creative industry, has launched a support line for introductory legal advice.
The free service aims to address a range of issues including exploitation, discrimination, abusive behaviour, bullying and harassment.
Never Not Creative has partnered with Media Arts Lawyers, a legal firm specialising in the media and entertainment industries, to offer the first step legal advice.
Conversations will be confidential and will last up to 30 minutes, during which individuals can discuss their concerns, seek guidance, and gain insight into potential legal courses of action.
Andy Wright, founder of Never Not Creative, said this idea has been discussed in a few forums over the last couple of years, but for one reason or another, it’s never got up.
"Our hope is that we’ll level the playing field and allow people to get clarity on their rights at work," Wright said.
"We hear many stories of negative experiences that get hidden away or swept under the carpet. We’d just like fair outcomes for individuals so they can understand their situation and make an educated decision, enabling them to confront and resolve challenging situations effectively."
To access the creative industry support line, individuals can visit the Never Not Creative website. Information submitted in the form is passed directly to Media Arts Lawyers, and is strictly confidential; specifics are not seen by the Never Not Creative team and are discussed directly between the individual and Media Arts Lawyers.
The pilot will run for two months. Take up and funding will then be evaluated to continue the program.
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