Introducing the Diverse Voices Column

Abstract: This inaugural article of the “Diverse Voices” column in the Journal of Singing begins with thoughts about how singing intersects with society and personal identities as a cultural artifact. An interview with NATS President Alexis Davis-Hazell exploring Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Racism (IDEA) efforts by NATS then contextualizes a brief exploration of current IDEA activities. The article concludes by outlining salient editorial biographical information and scholarly philosophies, goals for the column, teaching application ideas using IDEA resources, and a welcome message to the readership.