Sisterhood of Sound: 10 Years of Saffron
Saffron, a non-profit organisation, is pushing for gender equality in the music industry. Founded in Bristol in 2015, it has been working towards this goal for 10 years.
According to its founder, Laura Lewis-Paul, Saffron was not initially intended to start a movement. At the time, Lewis-Paul was working in community development, running a creative programme for young people.
She was working in community development, running a creative programme for young people.
Achievements and Future Goals
After a decade, Saffron has become a significant cultural force in Bristol, redefining who gets to create, perform, and be heard in the music industry. Despite its successes, there is still more work to be done to achieve gender equality.
- Saffron has provided a platform for women and non-binary people to create and perform music.
- The organisation has helped to redefine the city's soundscape.
Author's summary: Saffron promotes gender equality in the music industry.