The Business Case
Beginning with the AIR Report, our research demonstrates that authentically inclusive representation tangibly impacts the bottom line. Building upon this, we surveyed general audiences in the US and abroad to better understand the viewing habits and attitudes of these groups when it comes to authentically inclusive representation, including that of disabled characters. This research has been widely covered in Variety, Deadline, The Hollywood Reporter, and IndieWire. Storytellers can draw upon these findings when making a case for why authentically inclusive representation is essential in storytelling for mainstream audiences. We have also linked to relevant reports from other organizations for your consideration.
Read more about why authentic diversity in movies wins at the box office and with kids.
Meet the Team
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Real Recognizes Real: Adolescents on Authentic Inclusive Representation in Film Franchises
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Roadmap to AIR
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AIR 2.5 Report
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AIR 2.0 Report
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AIR Report
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TV Audience Report
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International TV Audience Report
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Disabled Audience Report
UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report - Film & TV
This annual report series from Dr. Darnell Hunt, Dean of Social Sciences and Dr. Ana-Christina Ramón, Director of Research and Civic Engagement for the Division of Social Sciences analyzes the relationship between diversity and the bottom line in the entertainment industry.
Black representation in film and TV: The challenges and impact of increasing diversity
This article from McKinsey & Company highlights the dollar value of achieving racial equity in Hollywood and examines the current state of representation of Black talent on- and off-screen.