Claire Hodgson, facing camera with arms lifted and hands raised in front of her. Talking to a group of participants.

Consultancy

You can expect expert, practical and professional advice around equality and diversity in the arts.

Tell us what you need by completing a Training & Consultancy enquiry form or email info@diversecity.org.uk. You can ask us about:

  • Governance
  • Business Planning
  • Recruitment
  • Communications
  • Audience Development
  • Inclusive rehearsal
  • Equitable workplace
  • The 7 principals 

Ensure an inclusive recovery by moving your organisation towards equitable representation and greater diversity now.

Previous clients include: National Theatre,  Ramps on the Moon, Theatre Royal Plymouth, School for Social Entrepreneurs, Arts Development Company, Gob Squad, Acrojou, Bristol City Council, Bristol Old Vic, Clore Leadership Programme, Devon Guild of Craftsmen, Tobacco Factory Theatres

  • “An essential tool for any work place starting to think about diversity in earnest.”

    Participant, Devon Guild of Craftsmen, 2017

  • “[Diverse City’s] brilliant and enlightening work with us so far has helped us to change the way we think about accessibility and integration on stage and off.”

    Emma Stenning, Chief Executive, Bristol Old Vic

  • “The training felt honest, not just going through motions to tick boxes but to actually implement change.”

    Participant, Theatre Royal Plymouth, 2017

  • “Always thought provoking and considered, never judgemental. Their method of getting under the skin of an organisation has increased diversity awareness throughout TRP…
    Everyone can contribute at all levels and in many, many ways, making diversity a priority in everything we do.”

    Theatre Royal Plymouth – Agents for Change 2016

  • “Lighthearted, open approach with a clear focus”

    Participant, Devon Guild of Craftsmen, 2017

Claire Hodgson talking to a group of people, with her arms raise and hands open.
A woman is reading from a notebook, with a group of people sat around her. It looks like a workshop in a bright studio space.
Jamie Beddard, leading a group workshop. 7 others are standing in a circle ahead of Jamie. Everyone is smiling.
Extraordinary Bodies artist David Ellington leading a Beginners Guide to BSL workshop.
Daryl lays on the floor writing notes and smiling. A wheelchair is behind him. Jess sits next to Daryl smiling. Behind them is a large mirror - the reflection shows a group of people in the background.
Photography credits: Dom Moore (1,5 & page header), Joe Clarke (2,4), Michael Achtman (3).