4.13c To what extent is the lack of diversity in the cultural workforce a direct consequence of early life barriers to cultural education from regional and lower socioeconomic backgrounds?
Background
We are committed to enabling people to have the skills they need to pursue a career in the cultural industry. Existing research has shown issues associated with diversity in the cultural workforce, and various skill needs for businesses and workers. The department is interested in research that provides detailed, sub-sectoral analysis on the cultural workforce and its skills requirements, along with evidence of effective interventions on these topics.
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Related UKRI funded projects
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Improving Cultural Work: combating inequality and exclusion in the cultural and creative industries
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