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Academy of Country Music Awards

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An annual country music awards ceremony recognizing outstanding achievements in the country music industry.

CCI Score

CCI Score: Academy of Country Music Awards

20.84

-0.01%

Latest Event

Launch of OnRamp Diversity Program

The Academy of Country Music, in partnership with the Black Music Action Coalition, has launched OnRamp—a year-long initiative in Nashville that provides mentorship, professional development, and a guaranteed monthly stipend to empower 20 young Black artists and music industry professionals.

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SABOTEUR

Academy of Country Music Awards is currently rated as a Saboteur.

+10 to +24 CCI Score
Companies in this bracket take more subtle actions to undermine authoritarian practices. They might implement internal policies or support reforms that quietly weaken oppressive systems, contributing to change in less overt ways.

Latest Events

  • Launch of OnRamp Diversity Program Logo
    JUN
    01
    2023

    The Academy of Country Music, in partnership with the Black Music Action Coalition, has launched OnRamp—a year-long initiative in Nashville that provides mentorship, professional development, and a guaranteed monthly stipend to empower 20 young Black artists and music industry professionals.

  • +70

    Executive Political Engagement

    March 31

    ACM CEO Damon Whiteside publicly affirmed the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion by partnering with BMAC to launch OnRamp. This executive engagement bolsters progressive values, signals opposition to exclusionary practices, and demonstrates active corporate support for marginalized communities.

    Black Music Action Coalition and Academy of Country Music Launch Program for Black Artists and Professionals

  • +80

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 31

    The OnRamp program offers a guaranteed $1,000 monthly stipend, mentorship, and tailored professional development for underrepresented Black artists and industry professionals, strengthening fair labor practices and contributing to social equity in the field.

    Black Music Action Coalition and Academy of Country Music Launch Program for Black Artists and Professionals

  • ACM partners with Black Music Action Coalition to promote industry diversity Logo
    FEB
    22
    2023

    The Academy of Country Music (ACM) has joined forces with the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) in a new initiative called 'OnRamp', aimed at supporting 20 young Black musicians and industry professionals through mentorship, training, and a monthly stipend. This move follows criticisms regarding the country music industry's lack of diversity and represents a proactive effort to address longstanding inequities.

  • +60

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 31

    ACM's collaboration with BMAC represents a clear political stance promoting inclusion and addressing systemic racism within the music industry. By aligning with an activist coalition that challenges traditional power structures, ACM is taking a positive anti-fascist stand in its public and political behavior.

    Academy of Country Music teams up with Black Music Action Coalition

  • +50

    Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

    March 31

    The initiative demonstrates robust ethical practices by addressing diversity and inclusion through direct support for marginalized groups. ACM's proactive collaboration not only counters traditional industry exclusion but also reflects a commitment to fair and transparent business practices.

    Academy of Country Music teams up with Black Music Action Coalition

  • Controversial Award Given by ACM Awards to Morgan Wallen Logo
    MAR
    08
    2022

    The Academy of Country Music Awards honored Morgan Wallen with the Album of the Year award, despite his previous suspension and public outcry over the use of a racial slur. Critics argue that the decision undermines efforts to combat racism and fails to protect marginalized communities.

  • -60

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 31

    By awarding Morgan Wallen, whose past actions included the use of a racial slur and subsequent public controversy, the ACM Awards demonstrated a disregard for upholding anti-racist values. This action sends a problematic message in the public sphere, particularly given the platform’s influence in country music culture.

    Morgan Wallen wins Academy of Country Music award after racism controversy

  • -60

    Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

    March 31

    The decision to award Morgan Wallen, despite his previous racist behavior and the ensuing controversy, reflects poorly on the Academy of Country Music Awards' ethical standards. It suggests a tolerance of behavior that undermines efforts towards diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry.

    Morgan Wallen wins Academy of Country Music award after racism controversy

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