INCLUSION & BELONGING
Rock & roll is a dynamic and inclusive art form that mirrors and shapes the times. Artists have been a voice of change and advocates for social justice for generations, and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame shares this through our intentional curation of exhibits, programs, and outreach.
At the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, we are dedicated to making a difference. We are an inclusive & welcoming museum that encourages creativity, embraces innovation, and creates a culture of belonging. As a community leader, we value, empower, and respect all people. We provide all team members with equal access to information, development, and opportunity. We acknowledge historical injustices & purposefully create an environment where each person feels accepted, appreciated, and safe to utilize their unique experiences & perspectives.
Our definition of inclusion & belonging encompasses anti-discrimination efforts, including the identification of structural, social, and cultural differences that form the basis of inequality in our society. We embrace an environment where all are valued and included without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, religious beliefs, citizenship status, country of origin, veteran status, genetics, political affiliation, and other differences.
Externally, the Rock Hall is committed to the intentional development of exhibits, programs, and outreach through our digital platforms, the museum, and community work. We work with and advocate for individuals, communities, organizations, and businesses to create a vibrant, inclusive and accessible environment and are dedicated to using strategies that benefit and shape all of our collective futures. We do this by:
- Focusing on inclusive and relevant experiences that reach and grow new audiences.
- Sharing the stories of a broad array of artists, artifacts, genres, and themes.
- Reducing barriers to entry to under-resourced communities to ensure equal opportunity.
- Open and inclusive contracting and procurement opportunities to develop a sustainable workforce.
Internally, the Rock Hall is intentional in our evaluation of and hiring of staff, vendors, partners, and board appointments. Our Team Members are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our Team invests in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and institutional achievement as well. The Rock Hall’s Team Inclusion & Belonging initiatives are applicable to, but not limited to, our practices and policies; team recruitment, promotions, compensation, and benefits; professional development and training; social and recreational programs; and the ongoing development of a work environment built on the premise of inclusion that encourages and enforces:
- Respectful communication and cooperation between all employees.
- Teamwork and employee participation, permitting the representation of all groups and employee perspectives.
- Work/life balance through flexible work schedules to accommodate employees’ varying needs.
- Employer and employee contributions to the communities we serve to promote a greater understanding and respect for inclusion.
Inclusion & Belonging supports our mission and defines our future.