The Women’s Music Industry Forum is back!

Lindy Lou Smith

After the last minute cancellation of the 2022 WMIF owing to the devastating floods in our community, the Byron Youth Service (BYS) is pleased to announce that the Women’s Music Industry Forum is back on at the Byron Youth Activity Centre (YAC) on Saturday March 11, from 11am till 3pm.

This annual event began in 2021, and includes a panel of industry speakers, a Q&A, a performance showcase and also offers professional development opportunities to local women, non-binary and trans people in the music industry.

We are excited to announce that we have been able to secure this inspirational lineup of speakers in 2023, including Zee Gachette (Z-Star), Emily Lubitz (Tinpan Orange) and Sarah and Molly Buckley (The Buckleys).

The event begins with a forum, where these highly experienced music industry professionals share inspirational stories, skills and expertise in their chosen fields. The group then participates in a live Q&A and a catered lunch with opportunities to network. The showcase allows for local artists to perform their original material and showcase their skills in a supportive environment. This encourages inspiration, collaboration, and builds relationships between local women who may be isolated in regional areas.