IMPALA LAUNCHES ITS NEW CHANGEMAKER AWARD TO PROMOTE EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE INDEPENDENT MUSIC SECTOR WITH POWER UP AS FIRST RECIPIENT
IMPALA is launching a new award scheme, known as the Changemaker Award. Part of IMPALA’s diversity and inclusion work, the award aims to put the spotlight on projects that promote change in the independent sector and inspire others to take action. It is being launched in May as part of IMPALA’s schedule for European Diversity Month.
IMPALA’S DIGITAL HOUR WITH CMU – QUICK FIRE WEBINAR – 9/05 – 3PM CET
Our monthly quick-fire webinar on the One Step Ahead project will take place on 9th May at 3pm CET. The quick-fire editions of IMPALA’s Digital Hour with CMU are all about speedy updates on recent and upcoming One Step Ahead reports. It’s also the opportunity for members to ask questions and share ideas that will inform and influence our future research.
IMPALA WELCOMES EU COURT JUDGEMENT ON ARTICLE 17
This morning, the Court of Justice of the EU dismissed the challenge brought by Poland against Article 17 of the 2019 EU Directive on copyright.
IMPALA welcomes the EU Court’s ruling, which finds Article 17 to be compatible with the EU Charter of fundamental rights.
IMPALA DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION FREE TRAINING FOR MEMBERS – 27/04 10am CET
Our next Equality, Diversity and Inclusion training is taking place on Wednesday, April 27th (10am – 1pm CET). This training session will focus on the topics of unconscious bias and white privilege, and being a better ally, delivered by our trainers Arit Eminue and Vick Bain.
IMPALA AND JULIE’S BICYCLE LAUNCH THE FIRST BESPOKE CALCULATOR FOR RECORDED MUSIC COMPANIES
IMPALA, the European independent music companies’ association and Julie’s Bicycle have launched the first bespoke carbon calculator for the independent music sector. A crucial sustainability tool for IMPALA members, the calculator will help them measure their impact and achieve their climate goals.
IMPALA’S DIGITAL HOUR WITH CMU – QUICK FIRE WEBINAR – 6/04 – 3PM CET
Our monthly quick-fire webinar on the One Step Ahead project will take place on 6th April at 3pm CET. The quick-fire editions of IMPALA’s Digital Hour with CMU are all about speedy updates on recent and upcoming One Step Ahead reports. It’s also the opportunity for members to ask questions and share ideas that will inform and influence our future research.
IMPALA + JULIE’S BICYCLE WEBINAR: TOWARDS A CLIMATE POSITIVE INDEPENDENT MUSIC COMMUNITY IN EUROPE
What’s a carbon footprint and what is the difference between ‘carbon neutral’ and ‘net zero’? What’s the point of carbon reporting, and how does it fit in with initiatives like the IMPALA Sustainability Charter and global Music Climate Pact? And where can labels start with climate action?
IMPALA LAUNCHES NEW “100 ARTISTS TO WATCH” AWARD TO HIGHLIGHT DIVERSITY IN EUROPEAN INDEPENDENT MUSIC SECTOR IN PARTNERSHIP WITH YOUTUBE
IMPALA is launching a new programme to boost diversity in the European independent music sector in partnership with YouTube. “100 Artists to Watch” will put the spotlight on key independent artists across Europe.
EUROPEAN INDEPENDENT MUSIC SECTOR CALLS FOR RENEWED SUPPORT TO UKRAINE
IMPALA opposes the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, which has a devastating impact on the country, its inhabitants and its music and cultural sector. The European independent music community stands together with the Ukrainian people and the Ukrainian music community. We also express our solidarity with those in Russia who oppose the war and the actions of Vladimir Putin.
ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY IMPALA HIGHLIGHTS INITIATIVES INSPIRING CHANGE
International Women’s Day is a great opportunity to highlight initiatives and good practices which contribute to a fairer music industry. Promoting a diverse and inclusive European independent music sector is a key priority for IMPALA all year.