the EHRC and ISM have published a new toolkit to prevent sexual harassment in the music industry. We were delighted to be part of the reference group, which supported the creation and development of this vital resource for the sector. ow.ly/hO4I50T9vI5

Every employer, no matter how big or small, is responsible for protecting its workforce from unlawful harassment at places of work. We have created a toolkit with ISM to help orchestras address sexual harassment. Guidance: equalityhumanrights.com/guidance/preve…

So grateful to EHRC for working with ISM and others to create a new toolkit to help orchestras prevent sexual harassment of musicians. Important initiative which could make lives seriously better. Baroness Keeley of Worsley Caroline Nokes Dr Kathryn Williams

Thank you Deborah Annetts for supporting my idea to make this happen, and congratulations to all at ISM + Naomi McCarthy 🔶️ and EHRC who saw it through.

APNews: A new toolkit to help tackle ‘prevalent’ sexual harassment in orchestras has been launched by ISM and EHRC after a study found 88% of self-employed musicians had experienced discrimination, with 94% saying there was no one to report harassment to. (1/7)

New guidance from the ISM and EHRC aims to help orchestras address the issue of sexual harassment. Every employer, is responsible for protecting its workforce from unlawful harassment at places of work. Share, download it and read! ism.org/news/orchestra…

🚨 The Department for Education has just announced the panel for its curriculum and assessment review. Find out who is on the panel 👇 schoolsweek.co.uk/revealed-12-me…

Public liability insurance is essential for every musician. Get up to £10m public liability insurance, £100k legal expenses cover, and up to 30% off instrument insurance. Learn more: loom.ly/8C3SF4g

Make your lessons inclusive with the ISM’s dyslexia-friendly music teaching guide! Get tips and resources to help students with dyslexia thrive in your class. Empower every learner and create a supportive environment. 🌟 Check it out here: loom.ly/-vYvV8Q

We're pleased to have signed this letter along with many colleagues and artists in the music sector. Scottish government must step up and ensure that the arts are sufficiently funded in Scotland.

Music can be a noisy job in a noisy world. 🎶 Noise-induced hearing loss is 100% preventable. ISM members get a 25% discount on the Musicians’ Hearing Health Scheme from Help Musicians subsidised by the ISM Members Fund. Protect your hearing: loom.ly/wdftL-0

'This toolkit could have protected me on countless occasions' - Dr Kathryn Williams Together with EHRC, we've launched a toolkit to help orchestras prevent sexual harassment of musicians. Read Kathryn's full testimonial and find out more below 👇 loom.ly/OiotFSI

Contracts, disputes, or legal advice – the ISM has your back. Our expert legal team specialises in supporting musicians so you can confidently move forward. 🎻📄 Read more on our legal benefits here: loom.ly/lF0IDyY #StayProtected #MusicianSupport

Today Scottish Government confirmed NO IN-YEAR CUTS to @creativescots budget. This brings relief, but it’s only a step forward. The sector still needs urgent investment. We’re calling for the planned £25m increase by 2025 to be secured now 👉 bit.ly/3MzfJE8 #NoArtsWithoutArtists

A new report from LIVE reveals that live music contributed £6.1 billion to the economy in 2023. Good to see positive growth in revenue and workforce, but grassroots music venues and artists still face significant challenges. Read the report 👇 livemusic.biz/news/live-aos-…

Your Music. Your Rights. Our Mission. Your creativity deserves to be respected. At the ISM, we’ve got your back—whether it’s fighting for fair pay, giving you legal protection, or offering support when life gets a little messy. We’re here to help you tackle the music industry

We have loved meeting music students at the Royal Academy of Music freshers’ fair today! Good luck with your studies and we can’t wait to support you in your next chapter 🎉 Click here to read more : ism.org/student-member…