Testimonials

Participant feedback on our Training

  • "Our understanding of the transgender community is evolving, and the team at Transforming Film are brilliant at creating a safe space to learn more about trans inclusion in our industry, from language to practical actions to take on set."

    Babita Bahal | Group Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Fremantle

  • "I came away feeling more confident and equipped and strongly believe absolutely everyone should attend this training – regardless of whether you are working with a trans professional or have a trans project - so that we can continue on the journey to better understanding and supporting our trans colleagues. Thank you Nim and Cat!"

    Alice Ramsey | Commissioning Executive, BBC Drama

  • It was so useful... "that we had a whole day in person to really get immersed into the topic, practice real-life scenarios, and that Cat and Nim had insights relating particularly to the workplace in screen industries so could tailor the session and comment with real life examples"

    Training Participant, 2023

  • "As someone who is part of the LGBTQ+ community and widely read, it provided information, resources and actionable goals which I would not have otherwise thought of. A brilliant course, excellently executed."

    Training Participant, 2023

  • "So many brilliant people, ideas and resources. I don’t feel so lost about how to take action anymore."

    Training Participant, 2023

  • "The safe space Cat and Nim managed to offer to all of us where making mistakes was allowed and encouraged. It was a really collaborative environment."

    Training Participant, 2023

“The Course was a brilliant, safe and informative experience providing practical real-life solutions to ensure that film is accessible to all. I'd recommend this to both beginners and experts alike”

- Joe Willis | Screenwriter & Script Editor

“I was fortunate enough to work closely alongside Cat and Nim on a recent film project - and found their experience and expertise to be invaluable, and frankly enormously reassuring. Not only did they approach our collective inclusion aims with real skill and sensitivity; they offered both practical advice and tangible actions to ensure everyone on set, in whatever role, felt heard and seen: as appropriate for them, of course. Working towards inclusion and representation is an important matter, but it's also worth stating that Cat and Nim approach their training with good humour, pragmatism and understanding. Lastly, I was hugely impressed with how they continually adapt their bespoke knowledge and insight - constantly evolving and evaluating to ensure they stay best in class.”

- Stefan Demetriou | Managing Director, Aldgate Pictures

“As an industry we pride ourselves on being as inclusive as possible, but our actions and awareness often fall short of our intentions.

Making such an inclusive film highlighted the gaps in our knowledge and our capacity to realistically engage with trans, non-binary and genderqueer colleagues.

The pack and support that Nim and Cat provided was a sensible and sensitive way to educate and enhance our teams and a brilliant step forward in making our industry a workplace to be proud of.” 

— Barry Ryan | Co-Producer on Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

“Building a more inclusive and accessible industry involves giving our production teams and crews the right tools and knowledge to ensure everyone is respected at work.

The Gender Identity in Film & TV industry course and resources provide vital information, a platform to allow for open discussions and practical examples of how to apply best practice.

Our industry must evolve with the times and language that has developed around gender identity and expansion to allow for dignity and psychological safety to everyone involved in the production process and I’m pleased that a course has been established to equip production companies and individuals with this information.”

— Sian Wholmes | Head of Talent, Sony Pictures Entertainment