A global community of mothers creating, leading, and driving change across the music industry. Together, we amplify our voices, our work, and one another.
What We Make Possible
Mamas in Music is collective by design, and it grows when the community builds it together. Every opportunity here began with a mama bringing something in: a connection, a skill, a stage, a room.
Mamas take part as their caregiving lives allow. Some seasons that means leading a project; some seasons it means stepping back for a while. The community makes room for both.
BELONG
Find your people in a global community of mothers in music. Connect through local chapters, virtuals, gatherings and shared experiences, wherever you are.
Brought together by our chapter leaders and community.
LEARN & GROW
Gain insight, skills and inspiration through workshops, industry panels, masterclasses and conversations with people shaping the music industry.
Practical knowledge and real experiences shared by our community and industry partners.
CREATE TOGETHER
Creative opportunities made possible through our community, from production albums and songwriting collaborations to live performances and showcases.
Made possible by our members, collaborators, sponsors and industry partners.
SHARE WHAT YOU KNOW
Pass on what you've learned. Exchange resources, offer mentorship and share the experience and expertise that help others move forward.
Because what we know becomes more powerful when we share it.
OPEN DOORS
Opportunity grows through connection. Our members make introductions, share work, recommend one another and create pathways to meaningful professional opportunities.
Built through relationships, referrals and industry partnerships.
AMPLIFY
Elevating the voices, stories and work of mothers in music through our podcast, Mama Spotlights, media, industry conversations and advocacy.
Making sure mothers' contributions are seen, heard and valued.
WHERE WE HAVE GATHERED
Nashville · Los Angeles · Atlanta · London · Johannesburg · Brisbane · Virtually with mamas all around the globe
In their own words
Founders, members, artists and executives, on film, on the podcast and in print.
FROM THE FOUNDERS
“We formed Mamas in Music to support and encourage other mums working in the music industry, while also raising little humans.”
TIFF RANDOL
Co-founder
“That email cracked something open.”
MARY LEAY
Co-founder
“Being able to bring all the layers and dimensions of myself to the table and be seen, heard, held and celebrated is one of the best things about this project.”
CELESTINE
Songwriter and artist
“I think we are the movement, you know?”
CAROLYN ORTIZ
Music executive
“Convincing my kids I have a real job, especially during summer break.”
AMY WARD
Songwriter and producer
“It is the most amazing community of support and creativity and it’s a privilege to be part of it.”
HELEN LYONS
A&R and composer
“My biggest fans are backstage cheering me on!”
NYEESHA D. WILLIAMS
Creative industry and mental health leader
ON THE MiM PODCAST
Anita Aysola, Atlanta based songwriter, in conversation with Claire London.
Listen to the MiM Podcast
MAMA SPOTLIGHT
Thuso Wa Sibini
Dance music artist blending vibrant dance beats with gospel lyrics. Broadcaster on Radio Veritas, project management at the Africa Rising Music Conference, and one of the leaders spearheading the launch of Mamas in Music Africa.
“Do what you can when you can at your own pace and own time. There is no race.”
