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Music Safety Alliance Launches as 501(c)(3) Nonprofit to Address Industry Safety Gaps
On July 21, 2026, the Music Safety Alliance (MSA) emerged as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, turning the grassroots No Creeps! movement into a national force that seeks to make music work safer and more inclusive.
The Alliance’s founding purpose is to plug the structural gaps that leave musicians, producers, engineers, and other music‑industry workers without the protections, support systems, and workplace standards that exist in other sectors. By delivering practical tools, educational material, and best‑practice guides, the MSA aims to transform studios, writing sessions, and live events into environments where safety is the norm.
MSA’s strategy rests on three pillars. First, Resources: the organization will produce guides, toolkits, and online repositories that cover safety protocols for recording studios, live venues, and collaborative spaces. Second, Advocacy: the Alliance will collaborate with industry leaders to drive cultural change, reinforce accountability, and elevate safety and inclusion standards. Third, Community: the MSA will host No Creeps! events, workshops, and networking programs that bring professionals together to share experiences and build solidarity.
The executive leadership team brings deep industry experience. Katie Tucker serves as Executive Director; Gillian Driscoll leads Marketing & Partnerships; Hazel Rose Kleingrove heads Programs & Community; and Georgia Hutton directs Creative & Production.
In a statement released at the launch, the leadership underscored the Alliance’s mission: “Everyone deserves to create and build their careers in environments where they feel safe, respected, and supported. For too long, those expectations have been treated as optional rather than fundamental. The Music Safety Alliance exists to help change that – by bringing together practical resources, education, advocacy, and community to help build a stronger, more accountable music industry for everyone.”
The MSA’s birth follows years of advocacy by the No Creeps! movement, which has spotlighted sexual harassment and other safety concerns in the music world. Its efforts are part of a larger industry dialogue that includes the MeToo movement, Time’s Up, and other initiatives aimed at protecting workers.
Several major partners have pledged collaboration, including Warner Music Group, She Is The Music, Keychange U.S., Women In Music, The 100 Percenters, and TuneCore. These alliances will help the MSA extend its reach and weave safety standards into label operations, publishing, and distribution.
The new nonprofit’s website, launched alongside the organization, offers a library of resources—checklists for studio safety, guidance on reporting harassment, and a directory of support services. It also features a calendar of upcoming workshops and networking events, many of which are open to all music professionals.
Industry experts note that the MSA’s nonprofit status enables it to apply for grants, accept tax‑exempt donations, and engage in policy advocacy at a national level. By aligning with established organizations and leveraging its partner network, the Alliance can influence policy and industry practices in ways that were unattainable for the grassroots movement alone.
The launch event in Los Angeles drew musicians, producers, label executives, and advocacy groups who discussed the urgent need for clear reporting mechanisms and comprehensive safety training for all staff.
MSA’s first initiatives include a pilot program with Warner Music Group to implement safety training for all studio staff in the label’s Los Angeles facilities. The Alliance also plans to release a set of best‑practice guides for independent studios by the end of 2026.
The creation of the Music Safety Alliance marks a pivotal step toward institutionalizing safety and inclusion in the music industry. By combining resources, advocacy, and community, the Alliance seeks to establish a new standard for workplace safety that protects everyone who works in music.
Progress will be tracked through public reporting and the measurable impact of its resources on industry practices. MSA leadership has indicated plans to expand partnerships and develop additional tools as the industry evolves.
The Alliance’s founding purpose is to plug the structural gaps that leave musicians, producers, engineers, and other music‑industry workers without the protections, support systems, and workplace standards that exist in other sectors. By delivering practical tools, educational material, and best‑practice guides, the MSA aims to transform studios, writing sessions, and live events into environments where safety is the norm.
MSA’s strategy rests on three pillars. First, Resources: the organization will produce guides, toolkits, and online repositories that cover safety protocols for recording studios, live venues, and collaborative spaces. Second, Advocacy: the Alliance will collaborate with industry leaders to drive cultural change, reinforce accountability, and elevate safety and inclusion standards. Third, Community: the MSA will host No Creeps! events, workshops, and networking programs that bring professionals together to share experiences and build solidarity.
The executive leadership team brings deep industry experience. Katie Tucker serves as Executive Director; Gillian Driscoll leads Marketing & Partnerships; Hazel Rose Kleingrove heads Programs & Community; and Georgia Hutton directs Creative & Production.
In a statement released at the launch, the leadership underscored the Alliance’s mission: “Everyone deserves to create and build their careers in environments where they feel safe, respected, and supported. For too long, those expectations have been treated as optional rather than fundamental. The Music Safety Alliance exists to help change that – by bringing together practical resources, education, advocacy, and community to help build a stronger, more accountable music industry for everyone.”
The MSA’s birth follows years of advocacy by the No Creeps! movement, which has spotlighted sexual harassment and other safety concerns in the music world. Its efforts are part of a larger industry dialogue that includes the MeToo movement, Time’s Up, and other initiatives aimed at protecting workers.
Several major partners have pledged collaboration, including Warner Music Group, She Is The Music, Keychange U.S., Women In Music, The 100 Percenters, and TuneCore. These alliances will help the MSA extend its reach and weave safety standards into label operations, publishing, and distribution.
The new nonprofit’s website, launched alongside the organization, offers a library of resources—checklists for studio safety, guidance on reporting harassment, and a directory of support services. It also features a calendar of upcoming workshops and networking events, many of which are open to all music professionals.
Industry experts note that the MSA’s nonprofit status enables it to apply for grants, accept tax‑exempt donations, and engage in policy advocacy at a national level. By aligning with established organizations and leveraging its partner network, the Alliance can influence policy and industry practices in ways that were unattainable for the grassroots movement alone.
The launch event in Los Angeles drew musicians, producers, label executives, and advocacy groups who discussed the urgent need for clear reporting mechanisms and comprehensive safety training for all staff.
MSA’s first initiatives include a pilot program with Warner Music Group to implement safety training for all studio staff in the label’s Los Angeles facilities. The Alliance also plans to release a set of best‑practice guides for independent studios by the end of 2026.
The creation of the Music Safety Alliance marks a pivotal step toward institutionalizing safety and inclusion in the music industry. By combining resources, advocacy, and community, the Alliance seeks to establish a new standard for workplace safety that protects everyone who works in music.
Progress will be tracked through public reporting and the measurable impact of its resources on industry practices. MSA leadership has indicated plans to expand partnerships and develop additional tools as the industry evolves.