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UK networks back a new accelerator to improve textured hair and makeup for deep skin tones across film and TV.
The accelerator, led by Dandi, builds on 2025 guidelines to offer practical, scalable on-set solutions.
The program will run masterclasses in both the north and south of the U.K. with ten participants per course.
Prime Video Pathway backs the accelerator after piloting a Scotland program in 2025.
Industry findings show 71% of actors from BME backgrounds report unmet makeup needs on set.
The initiative follows a 2024 report highlighting lack of Afro hair provisions on set in the UK.
The program aims for inclusive styling as a standard, not optional.
The initiative includes contributions from BBC, Sky, Channel 4, ITV and Screen Alliance North.
The masterclass accelerator supports practical, scalable solutions for on-set equity.
Dandi emphasizes moving from guidelines to on-set actions.

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Prime Video, Sky and UK broadcasters back a new accelerator to upskill hair and make-up for actors from ethnic minority backgrounds.
The Textured Hair & Make-up for Deep Skin-Tones Accelerator will recruit 10 participants across Elevate, Evolve and Equip streams.
The program will include in-person training, online sessions, industry showcases and paid placements for two years.
The initiative follows a 2025 Scotland pilot and is backed by Prime Video Pathway and major UK broadcasters.
Dandi cites research showing 71% of actors from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds lack hair and make-up department support.
Fraser Ayres, Dandi chief, said confidence in on-set skills and inclusive representation are key to storytelling.
The program aims to nurture talent with transferable skills from outside the industry and upskill existing crew.
Participants will receive two years of Dandi support and potential paid placements in the industry.
The initiative is part of a broader industry push to improve representation on and off screen.
Deadline notes the program is backed by Pact and aims to support the industry with diverse on-set crews.
The initiative marks a collaborative effort among Prime Video, BBC and leading UK networks to fund training.

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