named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Educational Panels
Hosts educational events and panels focused on issues affecting women in the musical arts.
Job Opportunities Forum
Online platform for posting and finding job openings and internships in the music and related industries.
WIM Google Group
Online forum for members to communicate, share opportunities, and discuss issues relevant to women in music, moderated according to a code of conduct.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 2 activities
- Administers mentorship program for women in musicOperates a structured one-on-one mentorship program focused on specific industry areas such as Artists and Songwriters, Producers and Engineers, and Managers, Agents, and Publishers. The program was developed based on research showing the career impact of mentorship for women in music.
- Hosts educational panels and virtual programs for women in musicOrganizes an average of two online educational programs weekly, including panels and fireside chats, to raise awareness and provide learning opportunities on issues affecting women in the musical arts. These programs are delivered through headquarters and global chapter teams.
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Music Awards and Honors Programs 1 activity
- Administers Ambassador Program to highlight women in musicRuns an Ambassador program that engages, highlights, and celebrates women of distinction in the music industry who support the organization’s mission and participate in events and initiatives.
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Industry Research and Benchmarking 1 activity
- Conducts research on mentorship and workplace culture in musicConducts research initiatives including a study with Berklee College of Music on the impact of mentorship and the annual WIM Best Places to Work survey. Publishes findings such as the “WIM Best Places to Work” lists to benchmark and promote inclusive workplace cultures in the music industry.
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Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Education 1 activity
- Launches Safe(r) Spaces Resource Directory for industry abuse supportLaunched the WIM Safe(r) Spaces Resource Directory to support individuals in the music industry affected by sexual harassment and abuse, providing access to critical resources and support networks.
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Arts and Cultural Workforce Training 1 activity
- Manages executive internship program for diverse candidatesPlaces paid interns from diverse backgrounds into music industry companies through the WIM Executive Intern program, providing career development opportunities and workforce diversity.
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Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
- Operates global chapter network for women in musicRuns over 25 global chapters in locations including Los Angeles and Japan to support women in music through localized programming, networking, and advocacy. The chapters are part of a sustained international presence serving members across all career stages.
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Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
- Provides career development and global community accessOffers career development opportunities through membership in a global community focused on equity in the music industry, connecting thousands of members globally across all career stages.
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Member-Exclusive Resource Access 1 activity
- Provides membership benefits and virtual resourcesOffers ongoing access to a members-only virtual portal, Google Group, weekly community newsletter, and archives of events and educational content. These resources are accessible globally and include aggregated member submissions on housing, music releases, and events.
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Women's Microenterprise and Livelihood Development 1 activity
- Supports members in economically disadvantaged regions with stipendsProvides membership stipends to women in economically disadvantaged regions, including Latin America and the Caribbean, to improve access to programs and resources.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Supports volunteer engagement in programs and operationsEngages hundreds of volunteers globally to support its programs and operations, enabling the expansion of services and initiatives.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$186K
Contributions & grants$130K70%
Program service revenue$55K30%
Investment income$210%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$362K
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising8%
Salaries & benefits$21K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$284K
Cash$284K
Investments$0
Liabilities$13K
Net assets$271K
Liquid reserves9.4 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -76.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| NICOLE BARSALONA | PRESIDENT | 20 | $12K |
| ALLIE ANTMAN | TREASURER | 10 | $9K |
board members · 7
- ALICIA MATUSHESKI — BOARD MEMBER
- BRIDGET PERDOMO — BOARD MEMBER
- BRITNEE FOREMAN — BOARD MEMBER
- CHISSY NKEMERE CHERIAN — BOARD MEMBER
- MOIRA MCCARTHY — VICE PRESIDENT
- NEETA RAGOOWANSI — SECRETARY
- TARA BENDLER — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Berklee College of Music Partner — Collaborated on research about women in the U.S. music industry and the role of mentorship in career success.
- Dana Rice Partner — Member and advocate who participates in and contributes to Women in Music programs and community engagement.
- EVA Partner — Channing Moreland, Co-CEO & Head of Strategic Partnerships at EVA, is a member and endorser of Women in Music.
- Facebook Network — Hosts concerts on its Facebook Page
- InHerSight Partner — Partners with InHerSight to administer the WIM Best Places to Work survey and collect data on workplace culture for women.
- WIM Collegiate Chapter Network — Student, alumni, faculty, and staff at participating universities engage through WIM Collegiate Chapters.
- Women in Music Network — Global network of chapters operating under the Women in Music organization.
- Women in Music Network — Global network with locally inspired chapters in over 25 markets.
- Women in Music Network — Global non-profit organization with chapters supporting women in the music industry
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.
- Amplification of Diverse Voices through Programming and Partnershipsmethodology: visibility-through-representationBy creating speaking opportunities and collaborating with partners, the organization advances equity in the music industry because visibility and representation in public forums enable systemic change and empower underrepresented voices.
- Education and Data-Driven Advocacy to Raise Awarenessmethodology: education-and-empowermentBy using educational panels, resource directories, and third-party data collection, the organization addresses systemic challenges such as sexual harassment and workplace culture because structured education and evidence-based assessment drive awareness and inform advocacy efforts.
- Equity through Structural and Financial Access Interventionsmethodology: financial-access-supportBy offering membership stipends and enabling corporate sponsorship of memberships, the organization increases access for women in economically disadvantaged regions because removing financial barriers enables broader participation and organizational inclusion.
- Peer-Supported Professional Development and Community Empowermentmethodology: peer-supported professional developmentBy fostering a global, peer-supported community with hybrid local-virtual engagement, the organization enables professional and personal growth because mutual investment and accessible networking increase resilience and career advancement for women in music.