This panel is dedicated to exploring the role of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in the casting process for film and television. From fostering more inclusive audition spaces to curating authentic on-screen representation, this conversation will highlight how casting professionals are reshaping industry standards to better reflect the world we live in. Our featured panelists are: Moderator: Mariah Inger Tonjha Richardson (ACTRA Toronto Councilor, Director, Actor) Millie Tom (Casting Director - Independent) Colleen Rush (Casting Director - Larissa Mair Casting & Associates Inc.) Glenda Clarke (Casting Director - GC Casting) Rachel Osbourne (Casting Director - Nuance Casting) Janet-Rose Nguyen (Filmmaker, Writer, Actor) Co-presented by ACTRA Toronto. If you require ASL interpretation for any events, please email equity@fofs.ca.