Black Lives in Music (BLiM) is spearheading transformative change with the launch of their groundbreaking Anti-Racism Code Of Conduct. This game-changing initiative is poised to reshape the music industry, creating a future where equity is the standard.
Endorsed by the Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority (CIISA), BLiM’s
internationally acclaimed Anti-Racism Code of Conduct is set to become the definitive
framework for driving impactful change across the industry. Pivotal industry organisations have
already committed to the Code, including Independent Society of Musicians, Attitude Is
Everything and Musician’s Union – a collective pledge to dismantle racial discrimination within
the UK music sector.
The Anti-Racist Code of Conduct has been developed for companies in the
music industry to hold themselves to account on their diversity and inclusion efforts.
It includes commitments around transparency, education on rights for employees, behaviour and
reporting of discrimination, types of discrimination, training, support, collaboration and much
more. It is a comprehensive guide to eradicating discrimination in companies and for spreading
the practice around the music industry.
Unveiled at the prestigious WOMEX24 (Worldwide Music Expo) conference, the Anti-Racism Code
represents a dynamic ecosystem where no individual, group, or organisation will experience or
engage in discriminatory practices based on race, a Protected Characteristic under the Equality
Act 2010.
As a national delivery partner for WOMEX 24, BLiM has been working with Manchester Music
City and Piranha Arts to deliver a range of impactful programmes and initiatives that champion
anti-racist narratives within the music industry, from workforce representation practices to
leadership and empowerment workshops for underrepresented professionals.
The launch of the Anti-Racism Code of Conduct, along with the forthcoming introduction of
EquiTrack, is a part of Brighter Sound’s pioneering ‘WE, THE LEADERS: Future Forming
Symposium’ at WOMEX 24. This forward-thinking event unites visionaries from across the
global music landscape to challenge the status quo, tackle systemic barriers, and co-create a
reimagined, inclusive future.
To be unveiled soon, EquiTrack will be transformative for the music industry – a cutting-edge
digital tool that allows organisations to assess, track, and measure their progress toward
achieving diversity and inclusion goals. By providing real-time insights, it will enable music
leaders to break through long-standing barriers to equity and take actionable, measurable steps
to build inclusive workplace cultures, driving meaningful and sustained transformation across
the industry.
Read and commit to the Anti-Racist Code of Conduct here.
Register to join EquiTrack here.
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