The CW has detailed its latest diversity statistics. Mark Pedowitz, chairman and CEO of The CW Network, said Tuesday that he’s proud of the progress that the youth-skewing network has made but said that will continue to push forward its efforts.Pedowitz revealed during the CW’s upfronts press call today that 67% of its showrunners, writers and directors this season are diverse and/or women, while 53% of its series regulars are people of color and 49% are women.The CW’s Schedule Release Day: Deadline’s Full Coverage“This past year brought sharp focus to social justice and racial equality issues.
As a result, our industry has to take a hard look at representation and inclusion. The CW is proud of the progress we continue to make on both sides
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