Get involved with Rise
Support and engage with the Rise Community
Rise is dedicated to empowering and advancing gender diversity in the broadcast and media technology industry. Whether you're a professional looking to grow, a company seeking to make an impact, or someone passionate about diversity, there's a place for you in the Rise community.
As an Individual
Be part of the movement to create a more inclusive and innovative future for the broadcast and media technology industry. Here's how to join Rise as an individual, regardless of your gender or the current stage in your career:
Subscribe as a Member
Join a vibrant network of industry professionals committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. As a member, you’ll gain access to resources, opportunities, and a supportive community that shares your vision for creating a more equitable broadcast and media tech industry. Subscribe for free on our Membership page.
Become a Mentor or a Mentee
Our global, award-winning mentoring programme is a cornerstone of Rise, providing tailored guidance and support to Mentees while offering Mentors the chance to give back to the industry. This exclusive program is crafted for ambitious women aiming to propel their careers to new heights, with the support of our vibrant community and a carefully selected Mentor (female or male). The programme currently runs in the UK, Europe, North America, India, APAC and ANZ. Learn more and apply on the Rise Mentoring Programme page.
Join our events & programmes
Rise hosts a wide range of events, from educational workshops and inspiring panel discussions to networking sessions that connect professionals from across the globe. Our programmes are designed to empower individuals and encourage meaningful conversations about diversity and inclusion. Stay tuned for information about upcoming events on our LinkedIn page and via our newsletter sent to all free members.
Join the Panel Plus Initiative
Sign up to our Panel Plus database to be part of our talent pool for industry panels, ensuring greater representation of women and diverse voices at conferences and events. By joining, you’ll showcase your expertise, build your profile, and contribute to driving visibility and inclusivity in the industry.
Celebrate at the Rise Awards
The annual Rise Awards shine a spotlight on the incredible achievements of women, male advocates, and companies championing gender diversity. Nominate yourself or someone you know when entries open again, and be sure to join us for the Rise Awards Ceremony taking place in November (the night before DPP Leaders' Briefing) in London to network with industry leaders, honour achievements, and be inspired by those advancing gender diversity. Check our Rise Awards page for updates.
As a Company
By supporting Rise, your company becomes a champion for inclusion and innovation, helping to shape a better future for the broadcast and media technology industry. Read on and contact us to discuss how your organisation can make a meaningful impact.
Become a Rise sponsor
Partner with Rise by sponsoring our programmes, events, or initiatives - they are only possible thank to the support of the industry. Whether it’s an annual sponsorship or a one-off contribution, your support will help us continue to empower individuals and drive positive change in the industry. Discover our current Sponsors and learn about sponsorship options on our Partners page.
Promote membership among employees
Share information about Rise membership with your employees and consider offering them a platform to share their experiences with Rise such as internal events or a dedicated Slack channel. By spreading the word, you’ll encourage participation and help your team take advantage of career-enhancing opportunities. To stay up to date with information worth sharing internally, please, follow our LinkedIn page or subscribe to our free membership.
Empower employees to participate in Rise programmes
Encourage and enable your employees to actively engage with Rise programmes and initiatives. Whether they become mentors, mentees, or attend our events, supporting their involvement demonstrates your company’s commitment to diversity and professional growth. Learn more about the Rise Mentoring Programme, Rise C-Suite Programme and Panel Plus initiative, which can be of interest to your employees.
Celebrate diversity through Rise Awards
Nominate your most amazing employees, sponsor a category and attend the annual Rise Awards (you can choose individual tickets or a table of 10) to showcase your organisation’s dedication to recognising and celebrating talent and diversity in the industry. Check our Rise Awards page for updates on the next edition.
As a Media or Trade Organisation
Media and industry organisations play a vital role in shaping the conversation around diversity and inclusion. By partnering with Rise, you can help amplify our message, support our initiatives, and inspire meaningful change across the broadcast and media technology industry.
Become a Media Partner
Collaborate with Rise to promote our initiatives, events, and success stories. As a Media Partner, you’ll help us reach your audiences while showcasing your organisation’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Please, contact us to discuss how we could partner, either on a yearly basis or around particular events and initiatives.
Amplify the voice of Women in Broadcast
Invite women from the Rise community to participate in industry panels, interviews, and media opportunities. Through our Panel Plus Initiative, you can access a diverse list of female speakers from various roles and regions, who are keen to share their points of view and help promote greater representation across the industry.
Share our updates
Help spread the word about Rise by sharing our updates, announcements, and success stories with your followers on LinkedIn. By amplifying our message, you’ll inspire your network to engage with and support our mission.
Join the Rise Community!
Become a Rise Member
Membership to Rise is free and is open to everyone working across, or aspiring to work in, the broadcast and media technology sector.
As part of our community, you will be invited to all of our networking events / conferences / panels, as well as be asked to nominate your colleagues in our annual Rise Awards.
Each member is invited to apply for our annual Mentoring Programme and we are always looking for volunteers for our Rise Up Academy programme and for contributors to our reports too.
Please follow our social media channels for the most up to date and relevant news – we can’t wait to see you soon!