Update to the Accountability Statement from March 30 2021

On March 30, 2021, we made a commitment to contribute to a safer music community in Saskatchewan and beyond, saying: “the Regina Folk Festival wants to help build an industry that does not tolerate harassment of any kind and supports positive music and art spaces for people to participate in as their true, whole selves.” 

Informed by our values, we are committed to this work and can assure you that our staff and board of directors take this commitment seriously. While the issues in our industry are urgent, we need time to ensure confidence in our ability to stand behind the promises we make to our community of patrons, staff, volunteers, and artists. As such, we need to focus on our internal capacity before looking outward. The next step of this work is taking place this month, as our team comes together for a strategic planning process that centers an intersectional, justice-focused approach. We commit to updating you on our timelines, progress and next steps no later than Jan 7, 2022.  

In the meantime, if you have feedback on how we can work towards positive spaces where all people feel welcome, we’d love to hear from you. You can contact Executive Director Josh Haugerud at josh@reginafolkfestival.com.