Building a Land Where Creatives Thrive: About Our Partner, SISTALAND
At Mode Insurance, we’re passionate about supporting creative freelancers and helping them build sustainable careers.
That’s why we’re so excited to introduce our new partner, SISTALAND - a bold, inclusive movement that’s redefining what community, creativity and empowerment look like in the UK’s creative industries.
SISTALAND began as a small WhatsApp group for women and non-binary creatives to swap advice and support one another when the industry felt overwhelming. Within a year, it grew into a thriving network of more than 500 members, all craving a space that felt bold, safe and radically inclusive.
“The name is about building a land where sisters, siblings and allies can thrive, not just survive in the film and wider creative industries.”
Creating a Space for Change in the Creative Industries
SISTALAND isn’t just another creative event. It’s a rally, a reset and an act of resistance. In a time when burnout is at an all-time high and the pressure to keep producing never stops, SISTALAND offers something different: space to pause, connect and rebuild.
The creative industries often appear progressive, but power still sits in the same places. Behind the scenes, diverse, working-class and neurodiverse creatives are still underfunded, underrepresented and underpaid. SISTALAND exists to shine a light on that imbalance and to model a better way forward, one rooted in accessibility, collaboration and care.
“We hear from many freelancers who crave this kind of space - one that balances creativity with care.”
What Makes SISTALAND Different
SISTALAND is for women, non-binary people and allies across every level of the industry, from newcomers to established leaders. It is not your typical networking event. It’s a co-created space built on genuine community, featuring safe circles, collaborative workshops and opportunities for real connection.
The festival’s impressive line-up includes names such as survival expert Megan Hine and gaming powerhouse Kim MacAskill, each of whom has broken barriers and led with courage. What unites everyone involved is a shared belief in lifting one another up and leading with empathy over ego.
“Every speaker and attendee has pushed against barriers. What unites them is courage and a genuine willingness to lift one another up.”
How SISTALAND Grew from a Chat Group to a National Movement
In just over a year, SISTALAND has grown from a handful of creatives to a thriving network of hundreds. Its rapid growth reflects a clear truth: people are tired of hustle culture and ready for something more authentic.
Turning that online energy into a real-world festival is the next step - creating a visible, tangible space where creativity and community can flourish together.
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Putting Wellbeing and Growth at the Heart of the Festival
SISTALAND is a midweek event by design. The aim is to make it part of working life, not an optional extra squeezed into a weekend. Investing in women and underrepresented voices should be central to professional growth, not a side project.
The festival includes emotional check-ins, a co-created Dreams Wall, and sessions that go beyond talks to encourage genuine reflection, collaboration and connection.
“People don’t just want to sit in chairs and be talked at. They want to feel seen, to contribute and to dream together.”
The Future: From Festival to Creative Funding Platform
This is just the beginning. The founders of SISTALAND plan to grow the event into a multi-day national festival and eventually become a financial backer for creative projects within their community, funding ideas from script to screen and creating long-term change from within.
“We can’t keep waiting for outside help. If we want real change, we need to build it ourselves.”
Why Mode Insurance is Partnering with SISTALAND
At Mode Insurance, we know that creative freedom thrives when people feel supported and secure. Our partnership with SISTALAND is about more than insurance. It’s about empowering the creative community to take up space, take risks and build sustainable careers.
We hear every day from freelancers and creative professionals who want to do more than just make a living; they want to make a difference. Partnerships like this are how we help make that possible.
Together, we’re committed to making the creative industries safer, more inclusive and more accessible for everyone.
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Written by
Richa Patel
Digital Marketing Exec
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