Equality Member Networks Our members' opinions on equality and diversity issues are vital to the way the MU shapes its services, policies and campaigns. Last updated: 09 August 2024 As a member-led organisation, the MU often asks for members' opinions on a whole range of topics to ensure that our work represents your views. Our equality networks are an important part of this process. We have four major equality network groups and a Young Member Network: A Network for musicians who experience racism - this group is open to members from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds. An LGBT+ Network which is open to members who identify as part of the LGBT+ community. A Women Members Network which is open to all female members A Neurodiverse and Disabled Network for members who identify as a D/deaf, neurodiverse and disabled people. A Young Members Network Network members receive regular updates on our equalities work via newsletters, as well as the opportunity to contribute to MU consultation responses and take part in surveys. As a network member there is no obligation for you to respond to emails, although the more you contribute, the more the MU can reflect members’ views. Sign up to a Member Network The MU Members’ Assembly brings together members from every committee and network in the Union to explore the big issues affecting musicians from diverse perspectives. Learn more Member Network groups Women in Music Read more about Women in Music Musicians Who Experience Racism Read more about Musicians Who Experience Racism Disabled Musicians Read more about Disabled Musicians LGBT+ Musicians Read more about LGBT+ Musicians Young Musicians Read more about Young Musicians Parents and Carers Read more about Parents and Carers Latest news and features MU Sponsors Black Welsh Music Awards 2025 The MU is proud to sponsor the 2025 Black Welsh Music Awards (BWMA), which will take place on Saturday 4 October at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (RWCMD) in Cardiff. Published: 03 September 2025 Read more about MU Sponsors Black Welsh Music Awards 2025 MU, BLiM and ABO Launch Year Two of Inclusive Recruitment Plan for UK Orchestras and Choirs The MU has partnered with BLiM and ABO to launch the second year of the Hiring and Recruitment 10 Point Action Plan. The plan aims to drive change for more inclusive recruitment across the UK’s professional orchestral and choral sectors. Published: 01 September 2025 Read more about MU, BLiM and ABO Launch Year Two of Inclusive Recruitment Plan for UK Orchestras and Choirs PRS Members’ Fund Offers Summer Family Support for Parents Working in Music Industry The PRS Members’ Fund is offering financial support for families this summer to help working parents with extra costs during the school holidays. Published: 14 August 2025 Read more about PRS Members’ Fund Offers Summer Family Support for Parents Working in Music Industry POWER UP Announces Year 5 Programme Participants 41 Black music creators and industry professionals have been selected to receive career-changing support in POWER UP’s fifth year. Published: 04 August 2025 Read more about POWER UP Announces Year 5 Programme Participants Renowned Cellist Anita Lasker-Wallfisch Celebrates 100th Birthday On 17 July, renowned cellist and Holocaust survivor Anita Lasker-Wallfisch celebrated her 100th birthday. To mark this special occasion, revisit our 2015 interview where she spoke to the MU about her life in music. Published: 21 July 2025 Read more about Renowned Cellist Anita Lasker-Wallfisch Celebrates 100th Birthday Read all latest news #ProtectFreelancersToo End sexual harassment at work Government committed to introducing a mandatory duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment at work. Now we need action to protect all freelancers too. Sign the petition See all Campaigns
MU Sponsors Black Welsh Music Awards 2025 The MU is proud to sponsor the 2025 Black Welsh Music Awards (BWMA), which will take place on Saturday 4 October at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (RWCMD) in Cardiff. Published: 03 September 2025 Read more about MU Sponsors Black Welsh Music Awards 2025
MU, BLiM and ABO Launch Year Two of Inclusive Recruitment Plan for UK Orchestras and Choirs The MU has partnered with BLiM and ABO to launch the second year of the Hiring and Recruitment 10 Point Action Plan. The plan aims to drive change for more inclusive recruitment across the UK’s professional orchestral and choral sectors. Published: 01 September 2025 Read more about MU, BLiM and ABO Launch Year Two of Inclusive Recruitment Plan for UK Orchestras and Choirs
PRS Members’ Fund Offers Summer Family Support for Parents Working in Music Industry The PRS Members’ Fund is offering financial support for families this summer to help working parents with extra costs during the school holidays. Published: 14 August 2025 Read more about PRS Members’ Fund Offers Summer Family Support for Parents Working in Music Industry
POWER UP Announces Year 5 Programme Participants 41 Black music creators and industry professionals have been selected to receive career-changing support in POWER UP’s fifth year. Published: 04 August 2025 Read more about POWER UP Announces Year 5 Programme Participants
Renowned Cellist Anita Lasker-Wallfisch Celebrates 100th Birthday On 17 July, renowned cellist and Holocaust survivor Anita Lasker-Wallfisch celebrated her 100th birthday. To mark this special occasion, revisit our 2015 interview where she spoke to the MU about her life in music. Published: 21 July 2025 Read more about Renowned Cellist Anita Lasker-Wallfisch Celebrates 100th Birthday