Safe to Create Programme

What is Safe to Create 

Safe to Create is a collaborative programme of supports looking to transform workplace culture and practices, and to provide safe and respectful working conditions for those working in the arts and creative sectors.  

Why was Safe to Create founded?  

In late 2027, in response to global revelations of power abuses, ‘Speak Up’ was founded, led by Irish Theatre Institute (ITI) under the co-direction of Siobhán Bourke and Jane Daly. This initiative was developed to drive a crucial cultural shift in behaviour within the arts and creative sectors, fostering dignity and respect in the workplace.  

In October 2022, Speak Up was re-branded and launched as Safe to Create. The Safe to Create programme was tasked with rolling out collaborative supports looking to transform workplace culture and practices, and to provide safe and respectful working conditions for those working in the arts and creative sectors. Read more about the history of Safe to Create. 

The Safe to Create Programme  

Visit the Safe to Create website. Here, you’ll discover valuable resources for both individuals and organisations in the arts and creative sectors: 

  • Know Your Rights: Access essential information for artists and arts workers, including links to free counselling, legal help, and a 24/7 helpline tailored to those in the creative industries. 
  • Resources for Organisations: Learn how to identify and address harmful behaviours in the workplace, along with policy templates, support resources, practical advice, and factsheets.  
  • Sign the Code: Find out how to commit to the Code of Behaviour and view an online register of organisations and individuals who have pledged to uphold these standards. 
  • Training Workshops: Participate in sessions designed to support the sector in addressing workplace dignity issues. 
  • Inform to Transform: Use our anonymous tool to help gather information and drive positive change. 
  • Research: Stay informed with studies examining the prevalence and impact of harmful behaviours within the sector. 
  • Programme Updates: Keep up to date with announcements and developments related to the Safe to Create programme. 

You are entitled to feel safe and respected in your workspace.  Explore these tools and resources to foster a safer, more respectful arts and creative community. 

This programme is managed by Irish Theatre Institute, on behalf of the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media and in partnership with the Arts Council, Screen Ireland and Minding Creative Minds. 

 

 

Safe to Create Research Publications

Speak Up: A Call for Change Report

AMPLIFY: A Call for Transformative Action (July ’24)

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Influencing Change: Pathways to Dignity at Work Through Good Governance (May ’24)

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Dignity in the Workplace: A Code of Behaviour for the Irish Arts & Creative Sectors (Revised March ’24)

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Speak Up: A Call for Change Report (Oct ’21)

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Dignity in the Workplace Towards a Code of Behaviour for Irish Theatre 4-Page Summary (Oct ’18)

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Dignity in the Workplace: A Code of Behaviour for Irish Theatre Definitions Summary (Oct ’18)

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Dignity in the Workplace Towards a Code of Behaviour for Irish Theatre Discussion Document (March ’18)

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Speak Up: A Call for Change Report Launch


External Resources

An Garda Siochana Victim Services

Citizen’s Information

  • http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/employment/equality_in_work/

     

Minding Creative Minds

Comedy Safety Standards

  • https://comedysafetystandards.com/

Crime Victims Helpline

Dublin Rape Crisis Centre

Free Legal Advice Centre

Galway Rape Crisis Centre

Health and Safety Authority

  • LoCall: 1890 289 389

    www.hsa.ie

    Health and Safety Authority – Employers Policy Documents Relating to Bullying
    https://www.hsa.ie/eng/Workplace_Health/Bullying_at_Work/Employer_Policy/

    Health and Safety Authority – What to do if You Feel You are Being Bullied
    https://www.ihrec.ie/guides-and-tools/human-rights-and-equality-for-employers/what-does-the-law-say/sexual-harassment-and-harassment-in-the-workplace/

HSE- Dignity at Work Policy

  • https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/hrppg/dignity-at-work-policy.html

Rape Crisis Centre

Samaritans

Workplace Relations Commission

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