named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Ctrl Room Series
Immersive production camp program offering hands-on studio experience with top audio professionals, technology companies, and artists; includes skill development in music business, rights advocacy, and career advancement.
In Bloom EP Release
A community-driven recording initiative showcasing work by women and gender-expansive producers from the Ctrl Room Series, highlighting collaborative creation and artistic expression.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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LGBTQ+ Community Events and Celebrations 1 activity
- Host community events to celebrate women and gender-expansive music producersProduces community events such as the "Every Woman" virtual event during Women's History Month 2021, which highlighted women in music through panels and performances, and other events that showcase the work and achievements of women and gender-expansive producers.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Host music production camps and skill-building programs for women and gender-expansive producersOrganizes music production camps and the Ctrl Room Series, an immersive program that connects emerging producers with advanced technology, industry professionals, and collaborative studio experiences to develop technical and professional skills. Since 2019, these programs have led to nearly $100,000 in placement fees earned by participants.
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Podcast and Radio Production 1 activity
- Launch and distribute a podcast highlighting voices in the music industryProduces and releases the "Sticky Podcast" (also titled "Our Sticky Podcast" and "Sticky") to explore the creative process, resilience, and stories of inspiring voices in the music industry, including featured interviews with artists like Madame Gandhi.
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Music Education Support 1 activity
- Offer scholarships for post-secondary education in the music industryProvides scholarships to individuals pursuing higher education in music industry fields, supporting the development of a more equitable pipeline in music production.
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Arts Professional Advocacy & Equity Initiatives 1 activity
- Operate a digital archive and national network for women music producersCreates and maintains a website that archives stories, production resources, and contact information of women music producers to build a national network and support career development for gender-expansive individuals in the music industry.
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Musician Advocacy and Labor Representation 1 activity
- Provide education and career guidance for music producersOffers education and resources to help music producers understand the music business, protect their rights, and make informed career decisions, supporting long-term professional sustainability.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Advocate for gender equity in music production through public discourseEngages in advocacy by participating in public discussions and media, such as livestream interviews, to promote male allyship and raise awareness about gender equity in the music industry.
- Produce and release original music through collaborative songwriting and production initiativesSupports the creation and release of original music by women and gender-expansive producers through programs like the Ctrl Room Series, resulting in musical projects such as the In Bloom EP, which features tracks developed collaboratively and spotlights eight artists from the Gender Amplified collective.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$114K
Contributions & grants$113K99%
Program service revenue$1K1%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$171K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$63K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$8K
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Net assets$8K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +13.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBONIE SMITH | PRESIDENT/FOUNDER | 15 | $25K |
board members · 6
- CAT KREIDICH — BOARD MEMBER
- JASMIN BENWARD — BOARD MEMBER
- JONATHAN BENEDICT — BOARD MEMBER
- LORELEI WILLIAMS — BOARD MEMBER
- LYDIA FRONCEK — BOARD MEMBER
- YAZMINE CASTILLO — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 24
Who they work with
- ADA Partner — Distribution partner for the In Bloom EP
- Barnard College Partner — Founding institution where Gender Amplified was established in 2007.
- Barnard College Partner — Hosted the initial Gender Amplified conference in 2007 and provided institutional support through academic programs and research centers.
- Ebonie Smith Partner — Collaborated with Gender Amplified founder Ebonie Smith in a livestream interview discussing allyship and equity in the music industry.
- Eric Roberson Partner — Collaborated on an interview discussing allyship in the music industry.
- Femmixx.com Partner — Founder Tachelle Wilks collaborated to support the launch of the Gender Amplified movement.
- Flying Lotus Partner — Released first album _Midnight Menu_ under Flying Lotus' record label Brainfeeder.
- Governors Ball Partner — Partnered with Music Forward Foundation on scholarship initiatives.
- Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five Partner — Added the group to her label roster, supporting their recording and release of music.
- Hyperballad Studios Partner — Studio where the In Bloom EP was written, recorded, and produced
- Inherit the Music Partner — Partnered with Music Forward Foundation and Live Nation on scholarship initiatives.
- Live Nation Partner — Partnered with Music Forward Foundation and Inherit the Music on scholarship initiatives.
- Madame Gandhi Partner — Featured in the debut episode of the Gender Amplified podcast "Sticky" as a guest discussing her creative journey.
- Music Forward Foundation Partner — Collaborates with Music Forward Foundation in offering scholarships for technical roles in the music industry.
- NOVA Wav Partner — Featured musical collaborators supported through Gender Amplified's platform.
- Sugarhill Gang Partner — Produced the group's music and launched their career with the release of "Rapper's Delight."
- TV networks Partner — Curated partnerships with TV networks to support producer development and real-world experience
- The Africana Studies Program Partner — Provided support for the founding Gender Amplified conference at Barnard College.
- The Barnard Center for Research on Women Partner — Supported the planning and execution of the original Gender Amplified conference as a key institutional partner.
- The Funky 4+1 Partner — Added the group to her label roster, supporting their recording and release of music.
- The Recording Academy Partner — Collaborates with or has been recognized by The Recording Academy, indicating a professional affiliation or spotlight on leadership.
- The Treacherous Three Partner — Added the group to her label roster, supporting their recording and release of music.
- audio brands Partner — Curated partnerships with audio brands to provide access to cutting-edge technologies and industry resources
- record labels Partner — Curated partnerships with record labels to support producer development and real-world experience
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Experiential Skill Building Linked to Industry Accessmethodology: experiential-learningBy connecting emerging producers with industry professionals and real-world platforms, we enable hands-on learning and career advancement, because immersive experience combined with direct access to networks increases the likelihood of music placements and long-term industry participation.
- Peer-Driven Creative Empowerment in Inclusive Environmentsmethodology: safe_spaces_peer_learningBy creating safe, collaborative studio spaces where women and gender-expansive producers learn from peers and industry professionals, we foster skill development and creative resilience, because peer-based learning and mentorship in affirming environments increase confidence, retention, and professional engagement.
- Storytelling as a Tool for Resilience and Cultural Changemethodology: storytelling-for-resilienceBy using narrative—particularly through podcasting—to share stories of perseverance and passion, we strengthen individual resilience and shift cultural norms, because personal storytelling humanizes underrepresented voices and inspires sustained creative commitment.
- Visibility Amplification Through Curation and Mediamethodology: visibility_amplificationBy centrally curating and publicly showcasing the work of women and gender-diverse music producers—through online archives, podcasting, and collaborative platforms—we increase their recognition and disrupt systemic underrepresentation, because visibility drives cultural validation and career opportunity in the music industry.