Association For Electronic Music present Code of Conduct against Sexual Harassment & Gender Discrimination
The Association For Electronic Music Code of Conduct is a powerful response from the industry for the industry.
This Code of Conduct is launched with support from Association For Electronic Music (AFEM) membership of over 220 companies, including SheSaid.So and ADE quoting their endorsement, and media partners Mixmag, DJ Mag, RA, Beatportal, Attack Magazine to help prevent sexual harassment and gender / gender identity discrimination within the electronic music industry.
The Code of Conduct can be viewed and downloaded as a PDF here
This Code of Conduct begins the process of setting professional standards within electronic music for their members and wider industry to adopt.
Stats:
A 2019 survey by InChorus & SheSaid.So to shine a light on bias, harassment and microaggressions within the music industry, found 7 5% of all microaggressions logged related to Gender, 8 % referred to Age, 8% referred to Ethnicity, and 6% referred to Sexuality.
“We want to bring about an electronic music culture where everyone involved feels safe, respected and free from sexual harassment and risk of assault, to ensure safe environments for fans and professionals and to advocate for a culture of support for victims of harassment and assault to ensure they are encouraged to come forward and feel they will be supported when they do.”
Greg Marshall, General Manager AFEM
When harassment or discrimination is observed intervention to STOP the conduct must be made, SUPPORT those who speak up, and REPORT the conduct in accordance with the wishes of the victim. Stop. Support. Report.
YOUR SUPPORT: Please endorse, adopt and share this Code of Conduct if you and your business are in support of the objective of preventing sexual harassment and discrimination within the electronic music industry through awareness, education and by creating an environment where such behaviour is not tolerated.
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