BPI invites applications to join its Equity and Justice Advisory Group (EJAG)
UK record labels association the BPI is from today opening its annual recruitment for new members of the Equity & Justice Advisory Group (EJAG) and is inviting members of the music industry and the wider creative sector to apply.
Following a successful recruitment process in Autumn 2024 and 2025, the BPI is seeking new members to join the previously recruited cohorts, assisting the BPI in advocating for the progression of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) work across the sector, in line with the BPI’s Five-Year Strategy for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
To apply, interested parties can complete/submit the online application form by 5pm on Wednesday, 11thNovember 2026 with a short statement or video outlining their professional experience and the areas of DEI/dimensions of diversity they are interested in advocating for. Questions can be directed to the BPI’s Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at [email protected].
The BPI is seeking individuals who are committed to improving diversity, equity and inclusion in the recording industry and who are willing to bring their skills, knowledge, and professional and lived experience to support and advise on the BPI’s diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) work.
Though the BPI is made up largely of record company and label members and represents the wider recorded music industry, it is also interested to hear from those who work in different areas of the music or creative industries who may be keen to contribute. No prior advisory group or board experience is necessary, and applications are invited from individuals from all roles, levels of seniority, regions of the UK and all protected characteristics/diversity dimensions. It is important to the BPI that EJAG is representative not only of the recording industry as it currently is but also the diverse sector it aspires to be.
EJAG meets at least six times a year with three 90-minute meetings online and three meetings in person. Members are expected to read prepared agendas and papers ahead of meetings. Self-employed Members, i.e. those not employed by a ‘sponsoring organisation’, will be paid an £80 stipend by the BPI per meeting attended. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to those who require support to access meetings.
YolanDa Brown, BPI and EJAG Chair, said:
“Since it was established over a decade ago thanks to the valued commitment of its founding members, EJAG has played and continues to play an important role in our work to promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We need to be able to regularly draw on fresh perspectives and experiences and look forward to receiving applications from a breadth of new voices who are keen to contribute from 2027. We are of course immensely grateful to our longstanding members who have been standing down in rotation, including Indy and Meenal following their 10 years of dedicated service.”
Trenton Tomlinson, EJAG Deputy Chair, said:
“Representation is not just about having a seat at the table but ensuring that the voices around it have the power, equity and assurance to influence meaningful change. Being part of EJAG has reinforced this for me, championing the importance of bringing together different perspectives, challenging established ways of thinking and turning our collective ambitions for equity and inclusion into tangible action.
“Our industry is built on creativity, individuality and diverse experiences, and the structures that support it should reflect those same values. EJAG provides an important opportunity to help shape that future. I would encourage anyone considering applying to recognise the value of their own lived experience; you don’t need to have all the answers nor be an expert, but you should be willing to ask difficult questions, challenge kindly and constructively whilst helping to create an industry where more people can thrive; building on the incredible legacy of the BPI.”
Hailey Willington, BPI Head of Diversity Equity and Inclusion, said:
“EJAG continues to be an important voice in the development of The BPI’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work, particularly in connecting and supporting the BPI’s members. Community, networks and sharing of best practice allow us to strengthen standards across the BPI’s membership and wider sector. For EJAG to be most effective we need members who can contribute both their professional and lived experience to inform the BPI’s approach to supporting the BPI’s membership based across the UK. We currently have a fantastic cohort of Advisory Group members, and we very much look forward to receiving applications from those who are equally committed to joining us in advocating for a diverse, equitable and inclusive industry.”
Background to EJAG
Following #BRITsSoWhite in 2016, the then BPI Chair, Ged Doherty, pledged on behalf of the BPI to address the issues of lack of diversity within nominations, bringing together leading voices of the Black music community to form a BRITs Diversity Advisory Committee. Four years later, in 2020, the group evolved to become the BPI Equity and Justice Advisory Group (EJAG) that it’s now known as today.
Since 2020 EJAG has worked increasingly on developing intersectionally informed diversity, equity and inclusion practice for the BPI’s events, awards, membership, and the BRIT Trust. This work has evolved focusing on a wide spectrum of diversity dimensions and protected characteristics, including helping to shape and develop the BPI’s Five-Year Diversity Strategy and Vision.