Anti Racist Statement

The Crocodile is committed to the ongoing learning and unlearning necessary to be an antiracist organization. Our staff pledges to create and expand opportunities for artists as well as for music communities that have historically been overlooked. The Crocodile is obligated to dismantle systemic racism in our arts community and understands the urgency and importance of this work.

The Crocodile commits to:

• Articulate the necessity of cultivating a deeper understanding of the communities that we serve, and incorporate their perspectives, needs, feedback, and priorities into our strategic decisions and leadership.

• Support the Black community with access to space and resources and evaluate all booking inquiries through a racial equity lens.

• Prioritize intentional recruitment and hiring practices by expanding recruitment outside existing networks.

• Create antiracist policies within governing and management documents.

• Commit to the ongoing practice of antiracism as individuals and as an organization by fostering a culture of accountability and receptivity to learning.

• Actively support the anti-racism efforts of other arts and culture organizations.