The Sound of Lansing
Promoting safe spaces in local music
Music promoters are looking for ways to combat sexual assault and other toxic behavior by providing a conflict-free area where community members can avoid harassment
Spartan Newsroom (https://news.jrn.msu.edu/series/sound-of-lansing-2018/)
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Music promoters are looking for ways to combat sexual assault and other toxic behavior by providing a conflict-free area where community members can avoid harassment
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