We pursue constructive social change by supporting public policies via: Federal, state and local legislation to challenge laws and regulations that promote bias and systemic discrimination and voter education, registration and participation. We work closely with UMG HR’s Diversity & Inclusion team to continue its ongoing efforts and build upon the company’s partnership with USC Annenberg’s Inclusion Initiative. This includes identifying areas to improve access, recruitment, advancement and retention of a diverse workforce at all levels within the company but with a focus on leadership positions and other senior-level roles. We examine UMG’s workforce policies and procedures, and work environment. We support initiatives with organizations working in areas such as: economic empowerment and business development housing legal services and bail mental health services legislative reform physical health services and voting resources and education.Īcknowledging that racism, intolerance and bias know no borders, we are identifying and adopting global policies and initiatives to address equality, bias, equity and inclusion efforts for all UMG offices and their communities around the world. Our work is divided into six areas, including: UMG’S TASK FORCE FOR MEANINGFUL CHANGE UMG’S TASK FORCE FOR MEANINGFUL CHANGEĪ driving force for equality and social justice, the Task Force for Meaningful Change (TFMC) works to amplify and expand UMG’s current programs, devise new initiatives and support marginalized communities in the ongoing fight for equality, justice and inclusion.

The Pull of Freedom by Brenda Barrett