Last month, the International Authors Forum (IAF) strengthened its presence and engagement in the Central American region through an active contribution to the professional programmes of the two most important …
The IAF and Caricon signed a MoU to strengthen their collaboration in the Caribbean Region
The International Authors Forum and CARICON (The Caribbean Literary, Culture and Heritage Organisation) are delighted to announce they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, cementing a collaborative relationship which will …
A Milestone for Artists’ Resale Rights in Mexico
The International Authors Forum (IAF) welcomes the recent decision of Mexico’s Supreme Court of Justice (SCJN), which has confirmed the validity of the country’s resale right, or droit de suite, …
US Court Approves Landmark Anthropic Copyright Settlement
A US federal judge has approved a landmark US$1.5 billion copyright settlement requiring AI company Anthropic to compensate thousands of authors and publishers whose books were used without permission to …
IAF in the Caribbean Region: recent events and activities
From the start of this year, the International Authors Forum has strengthened its presence in the Caribbean. Working with two member organisations in the region, IAF has launched new partnerships …
IAF attending WIPO’s Regional Conference on the Artist’s Resale Right in Uruguay
The International Authors Forum (IAF) attended the Regional Conference on the Artist’s Resale Right (Droit de suite), held on 29–30 April 2026 in Punta del Este, Uruguay. The event was …
World Book and Copyright Day 2026: Reflections from the IAF Community
Every year on 23 April, UNESCO invites the world to celebrate World Book and Copyright Day, a day dedicated to recognising the power of books and the essential role of …
IAF Statements to UNESCO on the revision of the 2005 Convention Operational Guidelines in the digital environment
The International Authors Forum (IAF) has submitted its comments to UNESCO on the proposed revisions to the Operational Guidelines of the 2005 Convention. In its submission, IAF welcomes the overall …
IAF welcomes ten new members from across the globe at the AGM 2026
The International Authors Forum (IAF) is delighted to announce the affiliation of ten new member organisations, further strengthening its global network of authors’ societies and collective management organisations. These new members represent a diverse range …