WCC proposes reforms for safer workplace in Malayalam film industry

WCC proposes reforms for safer workplace in Malayalam film industry

The Women in Cinema Collective (WCC) on Saturday announced that it plans to publish a set of recommendations aimed at “rebuilding” the Malayalam film industry into an equal and safe workplace for all professionals.

In a Facebook post, the WCC expressed hope that industry members would unite in open solidarity to adopt a “cinema code of conduct.” The new recommendations are being drafted in light of the Justice K Hema Commission report, which highlighted the exploitation and mistreatment of women in the industry.

The Collective’s renewed efforts come after the Kerala government announced a seven-member special investigation team to probe allegations of sexual harassment and exploitation against several actors and directors. The move follows the actress’s 2017 case and the subsequent Justice K Hema Committee report.