ScreenSkills, in partnership with S4C and TAC, has launched two new Welsh-language translations of its successful e-learning modules on safeguarding and on tackling bullying and harassment, designed to improve accessibility, strengthen skills development, and support the growth of the screen industries across Wales.
The translations of the two modules will ensure that high-quality training resources are available in both Welsh and English, helping to create a more inclusive and accessible learning environment for professionals and new entrants working across film, television and digital media.
Developed collaboratively with industry partners in Wales, the modules demonstrate a shared commitment to supporting talent development in the Welsh screen sector and ensuring that language is never a barrier to professional growth. The two modules also form part of ScreenSkills’ Training Passport, meaning that freelancers will have a digital record of their essential training, making them ready to work on productions across the UK.
The initiative reflects the increasing importance of Welsh-language provision within the creative industries and supports wider ambitions to strengthen the sector’s skills base across all regions of Wales.
The two translated modules can be found on ScreenSkills’ eLearning directory, where users can choose to use either the Welsh or English language version when launching them:
· Tackling harassment and bullying at work (Mynd i'r afael ag aflonyddu a bwlio yn y gweithle)
· Safeguarding for all (Diogelu i bawb)
Hannah Roose /Training Liaison Manager Wales – ScreenSkills said: “It’s been a privilege to work alongside TAC and S4C on behalf of ScreenSkills to develop these Welsh-language translations of our e-learning modules. As someone who is Welsh and a Welsh learner, this project is particularly meaningful to me. It reflects the importance of language, culture and accessibility within the screen industries in Wales. I’m proud that we’re able to offer high-quality training that supports learners to develop their skills in Welsh and helps make professional development more inclusive and accessible for everyone across Wales.”
Laura Mansfield /CEO ScreenSkills said: “ScreenSkills is committed to championing skills and offering people from every background the opportunity to realise their potential in the screen industry. It’s important that the screen sector is fully inclusive and reflects the diversity of voices from around the UK. We’re so pleased to offer these training modules in the Welsh language to ensure our high quality training modules are open and accessible to people across Wales.”
Sara Peacock, S4C's Head of Social Purpose/Pennaeth Pwrpas Cymdeithasol said: "Welsh-language media are a vital part of the Welsh production ecosystem, and at S4C we recognise the need for our suppliers to have access to good-quality training through the medium of Welsh. This is why we work in partnership with TAC to provide a training programme throughout the year, and this is why we are delighted to see this core training from ScreenSkills available through the medium of Welsh for the first time. We take wellbeing very seriously and would encourage as many people as possible to access these Safeguarding and Prevention of Bullying and Harassment courses. The majority of our production community are Welsh speakers, so having these important courses available through the medium of Welsh will ease access to training for the Welsh sector."
Llyr Morus – TAC Chair said: "I am very proud of how this initiative and collaboration between ScreenSkills, S4C and TAC has resulted in essential e-training modules now being available in the Welsh language. Supporting the production sector to deliver a safe and inclusive work place is so important, and ensuring that training is available in Welsh is vital to meet the needs of producers and the broadcasting sector in Wales. Many production companies in Wales work through the medium of Welsh, and providing training in a preferred language offers a better quality of service that can only lead to improved outcomes. The TAC S4C training partnership offers a strong programme to develop skills and ensure productions meet the required standards, and I welcome this partnership and joint working with ScreenSkills."
The launch supports ongoing efforts to improve accessibility and representation within the UK screen industries while recognising the unique cultural and linguistic identity of Wales.