Category: DE&I
Reading Time: 3 minutesAre you looking for a safe space, professional development opportunities, or a sense of belonging at work? The MPA’s 10 employee networks offer all of this and more, and they’re open to all members. These groups have been running for over 3 years and are identity or experience-based communities where you can connect, grow, and […]
Reading Time: 5 minutesAcknowledged every year on 10th September, World Suicide Prevention Day is a powerful reminder of the importance of mental health, compassion, and community. Organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO), this global awareness day brings people together to reflect, remember, and take action in support […]
Reading Time: 4 minutes Understanding Intersectionality The term intersectionality was devised in 1989 by legal scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw, who highlighted how social justice conversations often ignored the layered experiences of people who exist at the intersection of multiple identities. Initially used to describe the unique discrimination faced by Black women, intersectionality has since become a powerful tool for […]
Reading Time: < 1 minutePRS for Music is holding a public consultation on proposed updates to their licensing scheme for Music Services (B2B) suppliers, currently known as the Supply of Background Music Services (MSB2B) Licence. The licence covers the exploitation of mechanical and performing rights. The market has changed significantly since the existing scheme was introduced in 2008, and […]
Reading Time: 8 minutesThe MPA celebrates South Asian Heritage Month: Roots to Routes Every year in the UK, from 18 July to 17 August, South Asian Heritage Month (SAHM) invites us to reflect on, appreciate, and celebrate the rich cultures, deep histories, and vibrant communities that represent South Asian heritage. Launched at the House of Commons in 2019 […]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteApplications are now open for the NXT-Gen Scholars Programme 2026, and we are encouraging all MPA members to share with their networks and relevant teams. The NXT-Gen Scholarship aims to nurture the next generation of music professionals by providing free support and career-building resources to twelve scholars for one year. Scholars are assigned a mentor […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesDisability Pride Month was first marked in July 1990, coinciding with the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark piece of legislation that prohibited discrimination against people with disabilities in the United States. Since then, July has become an annual opportunity not just to commemorate legal progress but to celebrate the diversity, […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesEvery year on June 18th, Autistic Pride Day celebrates the unique identities, perspectives, and strengths of autistic people. It’s not about awareness or tolerance, it’s about pride. Pride in identity, pride in community, and pride in the many ways autistic individuals enrich the world around them. First launched in 2005 by the organisation Aspies for […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesGlobal Wellness Day (GWD), celebrated each year on the second Saturday of June, is a not-for-profit international initiative dedicated to living well. It was founded in Turkey by Belgin Aksoy and began as a simple social project with a powerful mission: to inspire healthier living across the globe. Since its inception, GWD has blossomed into […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesEvery June, we come together to celebrate Pride Month, a powerful reminder of the strength, resilience, and brilliance of the LGBTQIA+ community. It’s a time to amplify voices, champion equality, and reflect on the strides we’ve made, while recognising how far we still have to go. Pride traces its roots back to a spark of […]