Join shesaid.so at Beyond The Music global music conference in partnership with Musicians' Union.
We are hosting a panel titled "Misogyny In Music: The Truth" with guest speakers; Zelda Perkins (Can’t Buy My Silence), Jen Smith (CIISA) and artist Ni Maxine , moderated by Dr Diljeet Bhachu, FHEA FRSA (Musicians’ Union) on Thursday 10th October at 15:15—16:30 pm BST.
Description: The previous government’s Women & Equalities Committee "Misogyny In Music" report underlined how ingrained misogynistic culture is in the music industry, and the rejection of the recommendations revealed a worrying lack of seriousness, understanding and responsibility towards half of this industry’s workers. In a drive to rewrite the cultural boundaries of the music business by truly understanding the difficulties women face, Beyond The Music gives the stage to those who want to share their experiences, gathering experts to discuss and shape the brand-new voluntary regulation.
Date: Thursday 10th October
Time: 15:15—16:30 pm BST
Location: Aviva Studios, Manchester
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Manchester events
Under One Roof: Alice Woods' Mission to Make Manchester's Dance Scene Inclusive for All
Under One Roof is on a mission to democratize Manchester's dance music scene by creating an inclusive rave experience for everyone.
Founded by Alice Woods (founder and resident of of long running female-led Manchester techno party Meat Free and shesaid.so alumn), Under one Roof is designed as a safe, welcoming, and vibrant space, it caters specifically to adults with disabilities, alongside their friends, families, and carers, who are always welcome free of charge.
Over the past eight years, Under One Roof has fostered a community that not only invites disabled clubbers onto the dancefloor but also champions disabled DJs and performers, ensuring representation both in the booth and beyond.
How did the idea for Under One Roof come about?
It basically came about after a few years of running Meat Free, I'd felt so grateful for the new community I‘d found in Manchester through dance music (after having moved here on a whim from Belfast) that I wanted to find some way of giving back, by way of widening out the inclusive dancefloor that we'd worked hard to create through Meat Free.
I knew there were still so many people in the city that did not have access to the music scene, although at that stage I didn't know how or why I could reach them. I then saw online a party somewhere else in England that was for people with disabilities and it felt like a perfect thing to replicate here in Manchester so Under one Roof was created.
I was very lucky that from the get-go, local self-advocacy organisation Manchester People First were willing to work with me on it and have been an integral part of it ever since. I couldn't have done it without their help, and especially at the very start when I had zero experience or clue what I was doing!
Can you share some of the key experiences and feedback you've received from disabled clubbers who have attended your events?
I had, like so many of us, always taken clubbing for granted - never really even considering wheelchair access to a space let alone the social environment. Under One Roof has been a continuous learning curve as well as a huge wake-up call - it has always shocked and saddened me when I hear that someone has never been to a club or dance music event before, and they may be in their 40s - especially as it's such a formative part if growing up for so many of us.
Whilst it's amazing to be able to be part of this first clubbing experience for people - it does highlight a major problem in the scene too. That being said, it is truly such a special, fun and authentically joyous experience that I feel so lucky to be there, and the feedback I always get from DJs is that it's one of their favourite parties they have played - no phones on the dancefloor, no egos and the most enthusiastic and energetic crowd who dance from start to finish.
Photo Credit: Mia Nowells
What role do you see the Under One Roof community playing in the future of Manchester’s music and nightlife scene?
I hope more than anything, people with disabilities can feel more welcome and comfortable in more mainstream events and that Under One Roof can offer a stepping stone to that. I'm also striving to find ways to create a more cohesive network of events and organisations across the city (and beyond) so that people with disabilities can easily find accessible events and know where to look for that information - this is something I'm working on with ticketing outlet Skiddle, so keep your eyes peeled!
What are your future plans for Under One Roof?
Honestly I'd love for it to have no need to exist, in an ideal world all electronic music spaces would be open, accessible, safe and welcoming to everyone. But in the short term, I am constantly on the lookout for more funding - to fund DJ workshops, and create more opportunities for our djs and dancers to enjoy and participate in the kinds of experiences that the rest of us take for granted.
Next Under One Roof Event
Thursday 5th September w/ Aletha (The Warehouse Project) & The Fat Britney
1800 - 2100
YES, 38 Charles Street
Manchester
M17DB
shesaid.so Welcome Breakfast at the Night Time Economy Summit
in Events, Announcement
NTIA will host their Night Time Economy Summit in Greater Manchester between Thursday 8th February – Friday 9th February 2024 in conjunction with Defected & VibeLab.
We are excited to host a FREE Welcome Breakfast Event at the Night Time Economy Summit. Our community is exclusively invited to join us on the 8th of February at Freight Island for a morning of insightful discussions, networking, and a warm welcome to the vibrant city of Manchester.
Attendees will also receive complimentary access to the entire summit, granted they arrive before 10:30 am for the 'shesaid.so Welcome Breakfast'.
The event will provide valuable insights into the Night Time Economy, with special guests Andy Burnham and Sacha Lord providing a warm Manchester welcome to all attendees.
Make sure to join us on the shesaid.so at NTIA Welcome Breakfast and make the most of the summit.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday 8th February
Time:
- 9:30 am (Breakfast)
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am (Speakers and Networking)
Venue:
Freight Island, 11 Baring Street, Manchester, M1 2PZ
Agenda:
- 9:30 am: Breakfast
- 10:00 am: Welcome by Andy Burnham and Sacha Lord
- 10:15 am: Speaker sessions
- 10:45 am: Networking
The Greater Manchester event will see the most ambitious project to date with the summit hosting over 200 speakers across 2 days and 4 stages with some new and exciting domestic and international partnerships.
The event will discuss the important role that the Night Time Economy plays in the international economic and cultural recovery both internationally and across the UK. With dedicated stages next year for International Speakers hosted by VibeLab, with new additional stages expanding our cultural footprint representing Theatre, Live & Electronic Music.
The full programme for the Night Time Economy Summit and venue will be released over the coming months, with speakers and panellists approaching a huge range of topics from Brexit, Diversity, Harm Reduction, Drug Testing, Electronic Music, Safeguarding, Women’s Safety, Health, Well Being, Access to Funding, Grass Roots Music, Licensing & Planning, Supply Chain Energy, Cost of Living Crisis, Technology, Mental Health, Live Music, Grass Roots Music, Events plus much much more.
The annual UK Benchmark Reports on Night Time Economy & Electronic Music will also be released at the summit, with expert panellists discussing the current impacts and the true economic, community and cultural value within the current UK marketplace.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders, gain knowledge, and be part of the thriving night-time community.
Look forward to seeing you there!
If you would like to attend our FREE shesaid.so Welcome Breakfast Event, please access the following ticket link:
shesaid.so Breakfast Access Code: SheSaidSo
*Please note to validate the ticket you must be on site between 9.30 am - 10.30 am, or you will be subject to standard admission fees.
With over 200 speakers and support from key industry players such as the DEFECTED, Home Office, NACTSO, Mustard Media, Department of Business and Industry, The Fair, Skiddle, Ticketmaster, Toolroom, Hospital Records, VibeLab, UKH, BBPA, Pioneer, ATC, Beatport, TikTok, Institute of Hospitality, Japan NTE Association, Institute of Licensing, Gig Pig, NDML, AGF, Listen for Life, The Loop, Earth Percent, MVT, Featured Artist Coalition, UK Music, Morning Advertiser, DJ Magazine, UKCMA, Asbares, Showsec, Carbon Literacy, SIA, Drinkstrust, PRS Foundation, Arts Council, Help Musicians, Attitude is Everything, shesaid.so and many more, this year's Night Time Economy Summit promises to be a phenomenal and groundbreaking event. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of the conversation that will shape the future of the Night Time Economy.