ALAANA Affinity Group

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First organized in 2018 in conjunction with the League’s National Conference in Chicago, the ALAANA Affinity Group is comprised of orchestra leaders, administrators, and musicians who self-identify as people of African, Latinx, Asian, Arab/Middle Eastern, or Native American descent (ALAANA).

After the 2018 National Conference, ALAANA administrators told the League that they wanted to have additional tools and opportunities to connect as a cohort within the orchestra field. In response, the League established an official affinity group dedicated to orchestra administrators of color. The group has since been opened to any individuals who self-identify as people of African, Latinx, Asian, Arab/Middle Eastern, or Native American descent (ALAANA).

Individuals at all levels of responsibility in their organization and at all points in their orchestra careers, from new hires to veterans in the field, are welcome to join the group. Simply fill out this short demographic survey, and we’ll get you signed up.

Additional Resource: Join the League360 Group for the ALAANA Affinity Group
We hope this online platform provides an open forum for intentional and consistent connection with other ALAANA colleagues. Participants may share updates and news, or interesting and relevant articles and media, and ask questions and advice of other group members. Opt in at the end of the demographic survey.

The ALAANA Affinity Group meets in-person at the League’s National Conference every year, and virtually throughout the rest of the year. Information about upcoming meetings is shared through the ALAANA mailing list and the League360 group.