Get Involved: Organizations closing the gender gap in the music industry
We at New Roots believe that the power to make real change is so much more effective when we join forces and team up with other people, organizations and businesses with a similar mission. We are better together, stronger together and more powerful together. In addition to leading weekend long experiences for female artists in Nashville, we also host all-female songwriter nights and networking events to foster a sense of community and support among women. We introduce artists to female industry pros for guidance so that they may learn from and be inspired by what is possible for women in the music industry.
If we want more women in executive roles, on stage, behind the scenes, on the radio, and in the studio, then we need to band together and highlight the women currently in those roles so they may set an example for future generations. Now, perhaps more than ever before, as our country attempts to take our rights away, we need to stand together and support one another because there is power in numbers and there is room for us all.
That being said, here are some wonderful organizations we encourage you to check out and support who stand for women in music supporting other women in music.
Reach out, attend events, network, support, donate, whatever you can do! Let’s help close the gender gap by showing up for one another.
Women in Music - non-profit organization committed to advancing equality, visibility and opportunities for women in the musical arts through education, support, empowerment and recognition. A diverse global community, WIM encompasses chapters around the world - from LA to Japan. The next event in Nashville is coming up August 9th. Join the email list for up to date news!
Change the Conversation - fights gender inequality in the music industry by providing support, education, and community for female artists and executives.
Amplify Her Voice - boldly confronts gender inequality in the music industry. We are dedicated to helping advance the careers of women in music through educational, networking, and creative opportunities.
Beats by Girlz - empowering the next generation of women and gender-expansive people through music and technology
Gender Amplified - nonprofit organization that aims to celebrate women music producers, raise their visibility and develop a pipeline for girls and young women to get involved behind the scenes in recording studios.
She is the Music - unifying organization for women from across the industry, creating strength and impact on a global scale. As an umbrella nonprofit, we also provide resources and support for female-focused initiatives that are working to create meaningful change - both through our own programs, as well as external efforts around the world.
She Knows Tech - aim to close the industry’s gender gap through highlighting and celebrating women in recording studios.
We Are Moving the Needle - nonprofit organization supporting all women recording industry professionals, audio engineers and producers. We are an inclusive organization working to create measurable change by empowering women in the recording and professional audio industry with the education, equipment and the mentorship needed to succeed at the highest levels.
Music on the Move - Music on The Move Studios isn’t just a studio. It's a community. We strive to celebrate and empower everyone who welcomes us into their lives. We felt the need to build a space where women owned the stage. First, we did it with an all-female showcase. Then, we added a music education studio and podcast.
Song Suffragettes - a one-hour weekly acoustic showcase in Nashville featuring 5 up-and-coming female country artists.
Girls of Nashville - organization created to celebrate the community of female songwriters and artists in Nashville, Tenn. Founded by hit songwriters Heather Morgan, Mags Duval and Caitlyn Smith.
Women’s Music Business Association - an exclusive professional organization dedicated to fostering opportunities for women within the music business through education, networking, industry involvement, community service, and organizational fellowship.