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STARZ IS CREATING A CULTURE OF EQUITY AND INCLUSION

#TakeTheLead is STARZ's commitment to amplifying narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences. We hope that by taking the lead and remaining fiercely dedicated to inclusion on and off screen, and throughout the company, as well as our commitment to bold, unapologetic stories and characters, it will inspire others across the industry.​

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The INAUGURAL STARZ #TakeTheLead Summit

CONTINUING THE FIGHT FOR EQUITY AND INCLUSION

STARZ #TAKETHELEAD TRANSPARENCY TALKS

STARZ brings together actors from its hit shows, “P-Valley” and “Run the World,” to discuss career opportunities in the entertainment industry. The Talk examines the challenges of securing jobs in the arts and explores how colleges and extracurricular programs can prepare the next generation of creatives to pursue their professional ambitions.

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STARZ, in partnership with CAPE (Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment), hosts a discussion on the importance of building allyship to increase Asian and Pacific Islander representation, and the impact that authentic storytelling has in media and culture.

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Panelists will discuss how women in entertainment and government can come together to advocate for increased representation that will continue to shatter stereotypes, attract diverse audiences and build a more inclusive society.

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Business leaders will discuss the importance of cultural inclusion and how focusing on representation is changing the global landscape.

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Join thought leaders for a conversation on ways to prepare marginalized students with education and job training for opportunities in the entertainment industry.

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STARZ President, International Networks Superna Kalle and international thought-leaders discuss the importance of women shaping global content and the economic ramifications of under-representation.

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NAACP President Derrick Johnson and highest-ranking, African American Congresswoman Barbara Lee join influential voices to discuss the importance of speaking powerful truth based on principles and examples paved by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and how narratives within media have an impact on society.

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Cultural change-makers join STARZ President and CEO Jeffrey Hirsch and the Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Don Graves for a conversation about the role that both culture and policy play in leading our future to a more equitable society.

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The Latinx House Co-founders Mónica Ramírez and Olga Segura lead a timely and important conversation about Latinx representation on and off screen, from the writing room to the board room. Latino TV and film writers and creators have expressed growing frustration with the underrepresentation of Latinos in Hollywood, and statistics over the last year confirm a significant underrepresentation which individuals in the industry have been raising their voices about for years.

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STARZ, in partnership with the California Film Commission, hosts a conversation about the importance of diversity in hiring for jobs in front of and behind the camera, as well as in executive leadership. Panelists will discuss the challenges, accomplishments and impact of these efforts on the entertainment industry.

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STARZ, in partnership with the Producers Guild of America (PGA) hosts a conversation with creators that will focus on the efforts to be more inclusive in all aspects of producing for television. The discussion will also include how ratings affect the decisions of networks and studios and the race to attract audiences in this new television landscape.

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This Transparency Talk focused on authentic and inclusive storytelling where panelists discussed the need for better representation and increased opportunities for women and diverse writers across media.

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STARZ, in partnership with the ACLU of Southern California, hosts a discussion including new data from UCLA’s Center for Scholars & Storytellers looking at consumer perceptions and demands for diverse, authentic and inclusive media representation. The findings unveil how important it is to audiences to have representation both in front of and behind the camera and show how heavily diversity factors into content selection.

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STARZ President & CEO Jeffrey Hirsch, in partnership with Alliance of Women Directors, welcomes five inspiring women who are taking the lead in breaking down barriers for women and underrepresented groups to kick off Starz’s #TakeTheLead “Transparency Talks” series. The discussion will include a look at findings from Starz’s inclusion study with UCLA’s Center for Scholars & Storytellers.

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Amplifying Asian and Pacific Islander Narratives
Through Authentic Representation
(COMING SOON)

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STARZ #TAKETHELEAD

Named one of Fast Company's 2023 Brands That Matter.

STARZ #TAKETHELEAD PARTNERSHIPS

To strengthen our commitment to inclusion on and off the screen, STARZ has proudly partnered with these organizations.

Together, we can take the lead on creating change in the entertainment industry.