EMC stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and the music sector in all its diversity
The International Music Council joins its regional group for Europe, the European Music Council, in expressing our solidarity with Ukrainian colleagues and people.
We are deeply concerned about the lasting consequences of the war for the entire world and the threats that it represents for human and cultural rights.
We stand behind the actions of support undertaken by EMC, members in Europe and our European partner networks.
EMC Statement
The invasion of Ukraine by Russian armed forces is an appalling act of war on a sovereign and peaceful European country. The Board of the European Music Council is shocked by the current situation and the loss of innocent lives.
We stand in solidarity with our Ukrainian colleagues and the Ukrainian people as they stand up to the Russian invaders. We express our empathy with all who are currently fleeing from the terrible attacks and trying to save their lives and those of their families.