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Noelle Scaggs is the co-lead vocalist of alt-pop band Fitz And The Tantrums and founder of “Diversify the Stage”, an organization focused on transforming the concert, events, and touring industries to increase more diverse representation.
Diversify The Stage has set forth long-term change by partnering with industry leaders to create educational and mentorship programs followed by paid internship/apprenticeship placements. The organization is actively engaged in building a culture of accountability that establishes more inclusive hiring practices and greater access to equitable opportunities for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC); Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ); and Female-identifying and Gender Non-conforming individuals.
Diversify The Stage has gained support from the biggest players in the industry, including Live Nation, Live Nation Urban, WME, UTA Music, Azoff Company, Elektra and Atlantic Records, the Music Forward Foundation, Save The Music Foundation, The Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC), and the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), The Event Safety Alliance, Roadies Of Color United, lighting collective EVEN Network, as well as, stage suppliers and designers Clair Global and TAIT.
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