Karen Patel

Karen Patel, an Associate Professor in Media and Director of the Centre for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Arts at Birmingham City University, dives deep into the craft industries of the UK and Australia. She discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic spurred a rise in crafting, yet persistent inequalities remain. Patel highlights the challenges faced by women makers of color, critiques colonial legacies affecting Indigenous art, and offers a fresh perspective on improving inclusivity and valuing crafts within creative industries.