The Television Academy will assemble a DEI–focused task force to further address the need for diversification among its ranks, following an evaluation by diversity consultant ReadySet.In March, the organization which oversees the annual Primetime Emmy Awards revealed that it would partner with ReadySet to evaluate and analyze the Academy’s polices, procedures and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
The examination, which looked into membership, leadership, staff composition and attitudes and perceptions regarding DEI, revealed both the Academy’s DEI strengths and blindspots.Among the findings were concerns over transparency, accountability, diversity and representation – especially for Television Academy members with
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