IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access)

Leicestershire Music pledge to create inclusive and welcoming environments for its delivery of Music Education, Performances, Training, and in developing opportunities to all. Our mission is to provide welcoming and supportive spaces where everyone can explore their musical passion safely.

We are committed to the IDEA Framework and actively embrace feedback to identify and remove barriers to inclusion. If you have ideas on how we can do better, we're here to listen and make changes.

IDEA stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access. For the past 24 years, Youth Music has championed the importance of inclusion in music making and learning. Youth Music collaborated with 8 music hubs to pilot a brand-new accreditation framework to support music organisations to improve their practices.

IDEA Framework Summary underpins our work at Leicestershire Music and the Youth Music IDEA Resource List has supported the development of our IDEA work.

Your voice matters to us, if you need any support, signposting to opportunities, or if there is any way you feel we can improve our service to you please get in touch.

Please contact: lminclusion@leics.gov.uk

Leicestershire Music has developed its own IDEA Policy. You can read more here:

Leicestershire Music's promise to you

Equal Access
We provide music opportunities that are accessible to everyone, we want you to feel comfortable and welcome in our performances, classes, workshops, groups and spaces.

Welcoming SEND Participants
We understand that many individuals have additional challenges when accessing music opportunities, and we're committed to removing those barriers. Music is for everyone; we will ensure that all participants can take part in our music programs without limitation. We will work to make the adjustments needed, for you feel comfortable and included.

Celebrating Diversity
We are committed to representing and celebrating all music and music makers. We will support teachers and students to be their best and thrive. We will provide opportunities to celebrate cultural heritages and embrace opportunities to collaborate and innovate.

Diverse & Inclusive Team
Our team is made up of individuals who are working to a shared vision and goal. We are committed to training and developing staff to reflect the diversity of our community and who are passionate about our values.

Zero Tolerance for Discrimination
Discrimination based on race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic has no place in our communities. We're here to support you and celebrate your individuality.

Useful IDEA Links & Resources

https://www.ukmusic.org/equality-diversity/

https://www.musicmark.org.uk/a-common-approach/principles/equity-diversity-inclusion/

https://www.youthmusic.org.uk/about/IDEA

Leicestershire Music is part of the Music Education Hubs East Midlands (MEHEM). We are committed to making improvements relating to IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access). Please check out our region-wide approach here:

https://www.mehem.org/about-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusions-edi-our-approach-and-development.aspx