Equity Arc

Equity Arc builds equity in classical music by offering mentoring and advancement for aspiring BIPOC musicians and dismantling barriers to opportunity. As a national coalition, NIMAN works as a connector, convener, and facilitator for music organizations and BIPOC instrumentalists. Our work follows two paths: We are building a comprehensive bridge of support and mentorship for aspiring BIPOC instrumentalists to navigate the journey from student to professional, assisting in breaking down barriers to achieving success in the field. We are working with our members to dismantle the structural inequities, biases, and systemic racism ingrained in our policies and practices that inhibit the creation of equitable opportunities and environments for BIPOC classical musicians.