IMPALA has just launched a new EU-funded support programme aimed at boosting initiatives that promote equity, diversity, inclusion (EDI), and environmental sustainability within the independent music ecosystem.

Annual support for two initiatives:

• One selected by IMPALA’s EDI task force as part of the Changemaker Award, highlighting an initiative advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• One chosen by IMPALA’s Sustainability Task Force to support a project addressing environmental challenges in the music sector.

This new scheme is part of IMPALA’s work as an EU-recognised cultural network and aims to empower grassroots efforts while fostering systemic change across the independent music landscape.

Get Involved – Opportunities for BIMA Members

BIMA members are encouraged to engage with this programme by:

Submitting eligible initiatives or projects for consideration under the Changemaker or Sustainability awards.

Sharing and promoting the call for applications within their networks.

Participating in knowledge-sharing and capacity-building activities tied to the supported initiatives.

This is a great opportunity for BIMA members to showcase their work, contribute to sector-wide transformation, and collaborate with peers across Europe.