Equity Statement
Dept. of Sound seeks to foster a sense of inclusion and belonging for all of our students as we teach practical music and podcast production skills to support their social-emotional wellbeing and creative expression, and potentially, open doors to fulfilling career paths in the music and entertainment industry.
We strategically plan our operations and programs to make our resources available to as many young people as possible from diverse backgrounds, particularly those studying in under-serviced and underfunded Title I schools. Public schools are often unable to offer music education, most notably in socioeconomically disadvantaged districts where students may already experience reduced access to the same opportunities as their peers.
By providing tangible resources and real-world opportunities to youths who might not otherwise have access, we seek to help alleviate the ramifications of inequity and racial injustice. We evaluate the effectiveness of our organization based on the number of students enrolled in our programs, the impact on students from inadequately serviced communities, the qualitative feedback we receive from participants, and the tangible content created by students.
Our programs not only benefit students on a personal level, but for those interested in the professional and entrepreneurial aspects of music and podcasting, it serves as an opportunity to enter the growing media and entertainment industry and tap into the significant potential value in the creative economy. In turn, we aim to strengthen the local communities we reach, and by doing so, tangibly enrich the lives of young people and community members for years to come.
In addition to our impact with individuals and communities, we are committed to representing a diverse range of perspectives within our organization and our internal staff, as well as the ecosystem of organizations, partners, and local leaders who are aligned with us in our mission to benefit young music students worldwide.