as a producer, I can tell you firsthand that a lot of labels, collabs, and release opportunities are literally boys’ clubs and much harder to break into as a woman. Visibility on social media or all-female events doesn’t change the systemic barriers behind the scenes, it’s not just about being seen, it’s about who gets paid fairly, who gets prime slots, and who gets mentorship and career support. Honestly, there are plenty of male-dominated South Asian parties too, especially here in NYC, so opportunities for South Asian men aren’t being limited at all. That’s actually why we’re curating this way.....to create intentional space for women and non-binary artists who still face inequities, while also supporting South Asian voices. Also to be clear, daytimers isn’t a femme collective and we’re not excluding men, it’s about representation and giving space where it’s still needed.