The Guardian reported in April 2021 that Neighbours, the most whitebread program in the history of television, was a home for racial slurs and abuse.
According to The Guardian, actor Shareena Clanton was abused in a toxic environment. “There was a lot of commentary that was highly inflammatory, sexist, misogynistic, crass and crude – the kind of comments that if I were to make in any other workspace would absolutely [result in] instant dismissal,” she said.
In a statement made to The Guardian, Fremantle Media said that strived ‘to be a platform for diversity and inclusion on-screen and off-screen.
‘Our quest is always to continue to grow and develop in this area and we acknowledge that this is an evolving process.
‘Shareena’s involvement in the creative process and on set was invaluable and hugely educational and will benefit the series moving forward.
‘There have been significant and lengthy discussions with Shareena during her time on Neighbours and we will continue to work with all cast and crew to ensure Neighbours continues to be a fully inclusive environment.’