ABOUT US
Breaking Boundaries, Bridging Cultures
Why Diversity Matters
The Australian population is diverse, and we believe that everyone's stories should be heard. We aim to provide better opportunities for individuals to share their unique perspectives with audiences.
How do we know all this?
AFDIF is always looking to collaborate with like-minded associations and other organisations. Reports produced by the Screen Diversity Inclusion Network (SDIN) and the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) clearly show a big gap in equality. AFDIF would like to raise awareness about this and create opportunities for those who have been neglected. We understand that blaming the system will not initiate change. Change can only happen if we create more platforms which are easy to access.
Diversity in Australia
AFDIF believes that screen, media and performing arts content is a hugely influential and important shaper of Australian culture. AFDIF 's main goal is to provide a platform to those individuals who are passionate and trying to create better content. More diverse stories will make the audiences a richer and more reflective picture of contemporary Australia. AFDIF also recognises that organisations, culture and creativity benefit from diversity and inclusion. This will increase the chances for an inclusive culture, and could contribute to the Australian film and arts industry.
OUR BOARD
Yogi Devgan
Founder/ Director
Neelu Sharma
Secretary
Stephen Tongun
Advisor
Nalina Cat Tran
Public Relations
Kasiani Koutris
Treasurer
VOLUNTEER
Jason Ken
Media Teacher/ TV Director
Laura Lombardo
Producer
Mark Thurston
Producer Channel 44
Kristen Tommasini
Artist/ Actor
