AIM launches free Equity, Diversity and Inclusion training programme

Arit Eminue and Vick Bain lead 'EDI Level-Up'

View in browser                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     AIM Launches Free Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Training Programme To Accelerate Change In The Music Industry  The ground-breaking 'EDI Level-Up Programme' will support independent businesses to break down barriers  Led by diversity and inclusion experts Arit Eminue and Vick Bain  Members can sign up for free here As part of our commitment to supporting our membership and the thousands of people working in the independent community, we are launching a full Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Training Programme named 'EDI Level-Up', led by expert diversity consultants Arit Eminue and Vick Bain.  Working towards a fair music industry is at the core of AIM's mission. EDI Level-Up is a carefully curated programme which will break down barriers, and help participants create work environments where 'Conscious Inclusion' is embedded into their businesses.   Running a small business in music is extremely challenging. Even with the best intentions, it can be difficult for business owners to implement change without specialist advice which can be difficult to find and expensive.   This digital training is one of the ways we are working with our members to develop equitable access to knowledge, skills and assistance for everyone to reach their full potential. This series forms part of the fulfilment of the increased set of commitments to social justice, and anti-racism in particular, made by AIM in the wake of the tragic events of last summer and its reflections from the impactful 'Show Must Be Paused' campaign and Black-Out Tuesday. The full programme consists of seven sessions in total, five of which form a 'core curriculum' which should be attended by everybody, and which will be made available for free to ensure everyone is included. Two additional sessions are being offered to senior execs and leaders from the AIM community to address the specific challenges of implementing positive change in difficult circumstances.  The five 'core curriculum' sessions help identify and challenge biases, and empower people to discuss race and ethnicity and how it fits into the wider context of the music industry. Members will then learn about legislation and how to implement 'Conscious Inclusion,' with practical solutions on how to deal with discrimination, prejudice and harassment in the workplace and how to get started with diversifying recruitment.   Award-winning entrepreneur and founder of recruitment and training organisation DiVA, Arit  Eminue, and Vick Bain, Diversity and inclusion consultant and campaigner will deliver the events.   AIM members can find more information about each session and sign up here.  The Full Programme Core Curriculum  Weds 16 June 2021 - Unconscious Bias (Free)  Weds 8 September 2021 - Let's Talk About Race (Free)  Weds 6 October 2021 - Foundations of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (Free)  Weds 1 December 2021 - Dignity at Work (Free)  Weds 9 February 2022 - Recruitment and Inclusive Workplace (Free)  Additional Sessions For Leaders  Weds 10 November 2021 - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for Leaders  Weds 9 March 2022 - Dignity at Work for Leaders  Paul Pacifico, CEO, Association of Independent Music said: "The independent community is founded on the principle that all voices should be heard and respected. AIM has campaigned for many years on multiple aspects of social justice and inclusion. These sessions come from our acknowledgement that we cannot ever rest on our laurels and that we need to do more to ensure an ever more equitable, diverse and inclusive independent music community."  Arit Eminue, Director, DiVA Apprenticeships, said: "Creating working environments where staff from all backgrounds can thrive is a win-win for business and talent. I hope these training sessions will support teams at all levels to implement actions within their sphere of influence that will contribute towards a more inclusive working environment."  Vick Bain, Founder of the F List for Music, said: "Independent record labels are the foundation of the music industry, developing talent, investing in musicians' careers with their time, energy and money. It is therefore vitally important those labels are switched onto the benefits of diversity and inclusion and it's hugely reassuring that AIM have facilitated these training sessions for their members. A more diverse music industry is not only morally the right thing to do it is better for business and will result in more creativity and brilliant music in the years to come."  Association of Independent Music Ltd PO Box 76406, London, W5 9RP 020 4515 7056 You are receiving this newsflash as you signed up to our mailing list. Please do not forward this message on. If you prefer you can unsubscribe from this list