Songwriters of North America (SONA) members can now apply without cost healthcare providers due to a brand new partnership with Amazon. Songwriters who’re chosen will obtain Amazon One Medical subscriptions, which embrace 24/7 telehealth providers for themselves and their partner and/or dependents, courtesy of a donation from Amazon Music.
As an extra membership profit, Amazon Music and the SONA Basis are additionally offering monetary help to chose SONA members for out-of-pocket medical bills. Purposes to each of those new applications is accessible here.
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Information of the partnership arrives because the songwriter advocacy group celebrates its tenth anniversary. “SONA’s tenth Anniversary isn’t nearly wanting again — it’s about rising ahead,” mentioned Erin McAnally, government director of SONA, in an announcement. “Each occasion, Board Member, partnership, and piece of progress reinforces SONA’s perception within the collective energy of Songwriters to create change. With ardour, drive, and an unwavering deal with advocacy, SONA continues to show what’s potential when Songwriters unite.”
All through the spring and summer time, SONA has celebrated 10 years in advocacy by ramping up its occasions and collaborations. This included a New York Metropolis writing camp, hosted by Alissia and Amazon Music, at the side of SONA and She Is The Music. In addition they supported the Muni Lengthy Songwriters Discussion board in Los Angeles at Amazon’s campus, and took part in a stay taping of Ross Golan’s And The Author Is… podcast.
“From the beginning, SONA has been dedicated to addressing the systemic gaps that go away Songwriters with out entry to primary healthcare,” added SONA CEO Michelle Lewis. “This work with Amazon Music and Amazon One Medical represents a significant step ahead in that mission. We deeply admire their assist and shared dedication to long-term options that prioritize the well being and dignity of music creators. Collectively, we’re constructing a stronger, extra sustainable future for Songwriters.”
“Songwriters are the heartbeat of the music business. They form the soundtrack of our lives and provides voice to tradition, but too many lack entry to reasonably priced healthcare,” mentioned Tom Winkler, head of writer, songwriter, and society Relations for Amazon Music. “In collaboration with Amazon One Medical and Songwriters of North America, we’re dedicated to altering that. By making it simpler for songwriters to attach with trusted healthcare suppliers, we’re supporting their well being and safeguarding their skill to create, encourage, and thrive.”