Trans people are in your ensemble, and their persistence in defying systems that were never built for them has made this activity, and this world, better for everyone.

Join us as we launch the MAASIN Podcast, exploring vital conversations about accessibility, equity, and belonging in the marching arts.

Exploring how quality sleep influences performance, well-being, and success for youth in the marching community.

How did band become a “boys’ club?" A historical look at women in instrumental music and the barriers that still shape the marching arts today.

The invisible labor of marching in a second language and the power of asking, not assuming.

ICE is not a distant threat. It is here, and the marching arts will not be exempt.

MAASIN reflects on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities and what true access, dignity, and inclusion should look like in our activity.

Special needs educator Melissa Jaeger connects the history of student resistance to today’s marching arts, reminding us why empowering young performers always matters.

An exploration of UNESCO’s call for tolerance and what it means for safety, equity, and community-building in the marching arts.

Educator Kate Sellers shares her story of late diagnosis, community, and self-discovery through the marching arts.

On International Pronouns Day, we affirm why personal, preferred pronouns are essential to building safety, belonging, and equity in our activity.

For World Mental Health Day, MAASIN Member Laetitia Miron shares that healing in the marching arts isn’t about forgetting the pain: it’s about finding safety, reclaiming joy, and rewriting your story.

Composer Sarah Connelly Makiyama reflects on how music, identity, and resilience shape her voice in the marching arts, reminding us that creativity and courage can change the field.

From critique rooms to tour life, Morgan Peters reflects on the realities of being a trans staff member in drum corps.

Substack will be MAASIN’s new hub for essays, reflections, and updates. We’ll share stories from scholarship recipients, insights from our committees, and perspectives on what it takes to change an entire culture.

Today is Juneteenth. This day commemorates the delayed freedom of Black Americans. Freedom that came years late, after white enslavers had already enjoyed two and a half more years of stolen labor after the abolition of slavery.

Now, as we continue to grow and strive to amplify our impact, we're thrilled to announce an exciting upgrade to our fundraising infrastructure. Starting May 22nd, MAASIN will be transitioning to Zeffy as our primary donation platform!

As an organization that stands for access, safety, and inclusion in the marching arts and advocates for research and education, MAASIN proudly stands with the autistic people that have always been and will always be part of the marching arts.

In a world where social media often feels overwhelming and divisive, finding a supportive, inclusive community can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack.