Shambhala Music Festival postpones virtual event following sex assault allegations
“In light of allegations against past and present artists on our performance roster, we recognize that forms of sexual violence exists in our society and we take accountability for the role festivals play in this,” said organizers in a statement shared Saturday to Facebook.“We would like to offer our sincerest apologies to all of those affected and thank those who displayed the courage to speak out.
“We know that these actions won’t reduce the trauma felt by anyone who has experienced sexual violence, but we move forward with the commitment to dismantle rape culture and we take accountability for the role festivals play in this,” said organizers. The postponement comes following an allegation shared publicly last week against a U.K. artist, slated to perform during Shambhala’s streaming event later this month.
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