About Us

Assisting, Educating and Inspiring Performers since 2002.

Professional Development, Programs and Initiatives for members of MEAA Equity and Equity NZ.

What we do  

The Equity Foundation is the region’s leading provider of professional development programs tailored to the unique needs of performers. The Equity Foundation strives to build and sustain performers’ careers, recognise artistic excellence, create a diverse and inclusive industry and harness performers’ talent for community programs.

The Equity Foundation is the professional development arm of MEAA Equity and Equity NZ. Every year the Equity Foundation delivers more than 150 free master classes, workshops, film screenings, in conversations, international scholarships and on set internships free of charge for Equity members.