Rewatch The MU and Women in CTRL's Impostor Syndrome and Confidence Workshop

On March 30 the MU hosted an Impostor Syndrome and Confidence Workshop delivered by Women in CTRL’s founder, Nadia Khan.

Published: 07 April 2022 | 3:17 PM Updated: 31 March 2023 | 11:10 AM

It’s crucial that we celebrate women in the music industry and their achievements. Image credit: Women in CTRL.

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