We, the Board of Directors of the American Harp Society, Inc. stand with our Black, Indigenous
and People of Color (BIPOC) members against racism and for creating a vibrant and inclusive
musical community. We recognize our responsibility of stewardship to every member of the
AHS. We accept that we can do more to engage in the highest standard of commitment to the
ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work within the AHS, and in our relationships to
others. We believe that the AHS can actively seek to interrupt racism and discrimination in
constructive ways, contributing to creating and sustaining transparent relationships and
conversations to benefit each member.
We are examining the policies and programs of the AHS to ensure that the programs we offer
our members support inclusivity and contribute to closing racial and class disparities. We strive
to serve your needs, create communities, and sustain a safe and welcoming environment.
Over the last two years the Board has engaged with committee chairs, chapter officers, and
stakeholders in the future of the AHS to craft a Strategic Plan for the next five years that reflects
our mission statement. A principal tenet of this strategic plan is to create and sustain a diverse
and inclusive membership for the AHS so that we truly serve the next generation of harpists.
