About Us
Slingshot Creative is a UK-based charity dedicated to promoting equality and diversity within the film, television, and media industries. Founded by sisters Elizabeth and Victoria Lawal—both industry professionals with firsthand experience of the barriers faced by underrepresented creatives—our organisation exists to create meaningful change where it is most needed.
We champion Black and other underrepresented professionals by providing peer support, mentoring, advocacy, and safe spaces where diverse voices can thrive. Through quarterly meetups, mentoring schemes, workshops, and industry events, we empower individuals to overcome systemic barriers, build resilience, and share their stories.
At Slingshot Creative, we believe that true representation matters. By fostering inclusive industry practices and challenging discrimination, we strive to reshape media narratives and open doors for diverse talent across the UK.
Our community is built on lived experience, collaboration, and a shared commitment to equity. Together, we’re creating a more inclusive media landscape—one where everyone’s voice can be heard.
Who We Are
Between us, we’ve worked for several years in the screen industries across a broad range of mediums including Film, TV, Documentary, Music Videos and Commercials. We’ve worked with various organisations such as the BBC, Netflix, HBO, Apple, Discovery, Sky and more. Throughout our journey, we have acquired valuable insights crucial for connecting established industry leaders with emerging talents from underrepresented backgrounds, each with their captivating stories to tell.
Victoria Lawal
Growing up I’ve always been drawn to all things creative, ranging from singing and drama to textiles. However, I distinctly remember watching the Harry Potter films as a child and being captivated by its world and the wonder of it all. I had no clue what job roles existed behind the camera or how to get there. All I knew, was that was where my heart desired to be, to be part of the magic and creative process of conjuring engaging stories.
My heart to help others has created a desire in me to support individuals in the way I felt support on my journey was lacking. Whilst I can’t change my past, I get a lot of fulfilment knowing that I can be of service to others who have the same burning desire yet limited direction I had.
Elizabeth Lawal
With a strong affinity for the arts and the need for expression from a young age, the creative course would always be a path I travelled – be it via acting, writing, music or more, all eventually led to the professional pursuit of working in the field of TV and Film which is where I’ve worked the last several years.
Born with a deep desire to help others, this expression has always demonstrated itself irrespective of the spaces I’ve found myself in and the TV and film industry has been no different. In this space, I’ve often found myself mentoring and building others so they could flourish personally and professionally. Recognising a constant need for this and that I lacked this at key stages in my life, I’m determined to support those who also lack this benefit.
I’m passionate about speaking into individuals’ lives and equipping them with the tools to recognise who they are so they can effectively become who they’re supposed to be
What We Are
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We believe Black stories and perspectives must be at the heart of film and TV. By amplifying Black creatives’ voices, we ensure authentic representation both on screen and behind the scenes.
Driving Equity and Inclusion
We are committed to dismantling systemic barriers that limit access and opportunity. Our work pushes for fairness in hiring, leadership, and creative decision-making across the industry.
Building Community and Collaboration
Through mentorship, masterclasses, and shared storytelling, we foster strong networks where Black talent can connect, learn, and grow together — supporting each other’s success.
Shaping Cultural Understanding
We engage the wider public to shift perceptions and challenge stereotypes, helping to create a film and TV landscape that values diversity, complexity, and truth.
“Our vision is to build an ecosystem for communities that crosses social and cultural boundaries.”
Our Trustees
Vision
We desire to create a world where individuals have thriving careers in film & TV because of their value, not because of who they know. Our vision is to build an ecosystem for communities that crosses social and cultural boundaries, where pursuing a film career is more than a dream but rather a reality, accessible to all.
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