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The CBMA is committed to Diversity Equity Inclusion Access and Belonging
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The CBMA is committed to integrating Diversity Equity Inclusion Access and Belonging (DEIAB) principles at all levels of our organization. We continuously work towards understanding diverse backgrounds and creating inclusive spaces. As such, the CBMA actively works towards removing barriers that exclude individuals with diverse backgrounds, needs, and abilities from participating in CBMA-related operations.
The CBMA actively aims to be a culturally sensitive organization that treats all individuals equally. All those who work at the CBMA are expected to uphold a welcoming environment that encourages everyone to share their ideas and unique perspectives.
Furthermore, the CBMA adheres to the Ontario Human Rights Code as well as the Accessibility for Ontarians for Disabilities Act.
Moving forward with DEIAB
The CMBA continues to plan for and implement DEIAB in our organization. Our plans include fostering inclusion-based discussions and researching diverse needs. Overall, the Che CBMA is intent on continuing and developing our efforts to move forward in these areas in a productive and meaningful manner.
BELONGING
The CBMA is the first black digital archive in Canada to span a diverse range of music genres. We are dedicated to creating a sense of belonging in history for the black community.
INCLUSION
All are welcome to explore and connect with the CBMA!
Importance of Diversity and inclusion
“Through our work, we reaffirmed the relevance of DEAI within the entire museum field. We believe that those who have historically been relegated to the margins of society due to legacies of racism, ableism, sexism, heterosexism, xenophobia, and all other forms of injustice must be fully included in museum workplaces and communities. The insights shared in this report apply to museums across the spectrum. Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are as important for large institutions with scores of people on staff as they are for small museums run by volunteers. ”
— Nicole Ivy, PhD
Director of Inclusion American Alliance of Museums
DIVERSE TEAM MEMBERS
The CBMA has and welcomes a diverse set of team members from all around the world!
Access
The CBMA continuously works to make our information available and usable for individuals with various accessibility needs.
Notable Supporters
While the CBMA is dedicated to preserving the legacy of black musicians, we also aim to acknowledge individuals outside the black community who have made a significant contribution to the industry.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT
The CBMA is thankful for the land on which we operate. With headquarters in Toronto, we recognize that we operate on the traditional land of several nations including: the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples. We acknowledge that Toronto is covered Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit.
Furthermore, the CBMA, includes artists from across all 10 Canadian provinces. As we operate nationwide, we would like to acknowledge the traditional land on which we operate across provinces and recognize that this land is now home to diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
