
MMD & MTN JOINT EQUALITY & DIVERSITY POLICY
Musical Theatre Network (MTN) and Mercury Musical Developments (MMD) are committed to a joint programme of action to implement, support and promote inclusivity, diversity and equal opportunities in relation to their staff, membership, all other stakeholders and throughout the new musical theatre sector. We are opposed to all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. All staff, members and stakeholders of the organisations will be treated fairly and will not be discriminated against on the basis of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.
MTN and MMD recognise that the promotion of inclusive practice (in thinking, communications and actions), and of equal opportunities in all their activities will benefit both organisations. The companies also recognise that pro-active encouragement of diversity within their memberships and activities will make a valuable contribution towards the development of the artform they support, pushing creative boundaries and ensuring that the greatest possible range of voices is reflected in the work created.
MTN and MMD value the Creative Case for Diversity as set out by Arts Council England.
MTN and MMD are committed to:
Breaches of the companies’ Equality and Diversity policy and associated policies may be treated as gross misconduct and could render the employee liable to summary dismissal.
If a third party, such as a member, displays behaviour that is not in accordance with this policy and legislation, towards a member of staff, board member or another third party at an MTN or MMD event, the relevant organisation may consider termination of membership.
IMPLEMENTATION
Both MTN’s and MMD’s boards of directors together with their Executive Directors have responsibility for ensuring the effective implementation of this policy. The companies expect all staff and members to abide by the policy and to help create the environment of equality and inclusivity which is its objective.
In order to implement this policy, MTN and MMD will:
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please email us on info@musicaltheatrenetwork.com to discuss.