This foundation was inspired by the achievements, character and unique nature of our respected friend and colleague, Mark Milsome
Mark Milsome stood against racism, sexism, bullying and all inequality and as a Foundation we want to show our support for George Floyd’s family and stand with #BlackLivesMatter.
We abhor racism and racial injustice and seek to be part of a thorough and long overdue change.
The Foundation Health and Safety survey is being supported and promoted by BAFTA, BECTU, EQUITY, GBCT, ASC, Stunt Register GB, ACO, ADA, The Production Guild, UK Film and TV Coordinators and Wireman Organisation. The Foundation has been invited to contribute to a talk at the Edinburgh Television Festival this summer on the subject of Health and Safety, where the findings of the survey will be discussed.
Please take a moment to fill out this short survey; and please do circulate the link to any colleagues and organisations you feel would be happy to take part:
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Health and Safety Survey Launch 2020
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The Film and TV Charity remains open during this difficult time. They’re working hard to support people who work in our industry.
If you’re facing financial hardship you should read the guidance provided on their website and look at all of your options, including the emergency measures put in place by some banks and HMRC, before getting in touch. If, having considered all of your options, you’re facing an urgent and immediate need for financial assistance, the charity may be able to offer one-off grants. You can complete the financial support form immediately. You don’t need to call their Support Line.
With the situation changing rapidly, it’s important to look after your mental health. Lots of people are talking about COVID-19 or coronavirus at the moment and this can make us feel even more anxious. You’re not alone. A lot of people will be feeling this way right now. You can ask for help. The charity can provide a listening ear and can also quickly refer you to trained counsellors who can provide more structured support over the phone. It’s important to stay in connected with friends and family as well.
If you’re looking for legal advice and/or emotional, or any other kind of support, you’re encouraged to use the Live Chat function on their website rather than calling, where you will reach a friendly advisor who can talk to you about your options.
When there’s a crisis, it’s good to remember that people often come together to support each other and help others out. Doing things in your community can help you to feel like you’re making a difference. As the charity supporting the UK industry in times of crisis and opportunity, The Film and TV Charity is entirely reliant on donations and welcomes individual and corporate donations from those who can afford to contribute. Please note that they’re currently unable to provide voluntary opportunities. Donate today or email their Head of Fundraising Tom.Woodward@filmtvcharity.org.uk if you’re able to give more
Photos By Edward Bishop
November 18th marks the second anniversary of Mark Milsome’s death.
The Mark Milsome Foundation would like to clarify that we do not intend to repeat Black-T-Week this year but instead ask that you consider wearing your existing Black T during this period as a sign of respect. Please feel free to post your pictures to social media.
We are incredibly grateful for your support in our first year and as a small thank you we will soon be giving away Foundation stickers and badges at locations including Panavision and Arri.
You can also contact us with your address if you are working on a production and ask for badges for the crew which will be sent to you free of charge.
To honour the second anniversary, the Foundation is launching #PrintsForMark,
A photographic project that we hope will see acclaimed Cinematographers donating high quality prints of their own personal work.
Once the collection is established (online in our virtual gallery and physically on display at a venue to be announced) we will consider auctioning some of the prints to raise funds for the Foundation, building on the idea initiated by Mark Purvis at Mission Digital
The Foundation is in the process of contacting DPs, but if you would like to submit prints for this project, please feel free to email mail us here
We thank you for your continued support.
As the Christmas season approaches, we are thrilled to announce that this year’s That’s A Wrap, the charity industry event, is being held in support of both the Mark Milsome Foundation and the mental health charity Mind, in memory of Unit Nurse Morag Webster. A huge thank you to Rawdon de Fresnes and everyone at That’s A Wrap. Please contact them HERE if you would like to purchase tickets.
As part of its commitment to make a positive contribution to overall health and safety in the film industry, the Foundation ran a trial first-aid course at the end of August. The one-day course was open to all Mark Milsome and Guild of British Camera Technicians trainees, as well as members of the Foundation. The day was a huge success and we hope to make these a regular event in the future. Huge thanks to Suzanne Stickley of First Aid Matters for running the course and to our friends at Panavision for making the day possible. We will be aiming to run another First Aid Course before the year is out.
Alice Milsome (13) photographed below has designed a cap in honour of her father, which is now available in time for Father’s Day (16th June). Alice drew inspiration from Mark’s own favourite caps and we are proud to offer it in our Merchandise section HERE
On the 23rd May 2019 would have been Mark’s 56 Birthday . His parents and sister chose this day to perform the internment of some of his ashes in a beautiful Eco-sensitive burial ground on a sunny south facing spot at the tip of Hergest Ridge, Gladestry, Herefordshire, bounded by the 1200 year old earthworks of Offa’s Dyke.
Mark’s wife Andra and his daughter Alice will announce plans for the remainder of his ashes in the near future.
If you are interested in visiting Offa’s Orchard the location details are below:
Offa’s Orchard, Tregarden, Gladestry, Kington, Herefordshire. HR5 3NY
Offa’s Orchard Green Burial Ground Facebook Page
The Foundation are proud to announce the first two recipients of the Mark Milsome ‘Foot In The Door’ Mentorship Award.
Following a final round of interviews at Panavision London a panel of eight Foundation members selected Daisy Allen (Falmouth University School of Film and Television) and Davey MacDonald (University of South Wales).
Both Daisy and Davey are preparing to graduate from their three-year BA course and will meet with the MMF to discuss how they can best be supported in the next year, to bridge the gap between full-time education and entering the film and television industry.
They did it! On Sunday 24 February, Alex Parish, Alex Hollowbread and Jack Metcalfe ran the half-marathon in Naples, Italy. We are so honoured that they made the Mark Milsome Foundation their charity of choice. At the time of writing, they have managed to raise an impressive £2,533 — more than twice their original target figure when they launched their campaign back in November 2018! And it’s all thanks to your generosity. We can’t thank them, and you, enough.
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