As the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is holding its 42nd session of its Standing Committee on Copyright and Related Rights (SCCR), the International Authors Forum (IAF) submitted a statement …
IAF and CERLARC sign a Memorandum of Understanding
The International Authors Forum (IAF) and The Regional Center For Book Development in Latin America (CERLALC) are delighted to announce that they have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish …
Celebrating World Book and Copyright Day
World Book and Copyright Day is a celebration to promote the enjoyment of books and reading. Each year, on 23 April, celebrations take place all over the world to recognize the …
International Authors Forum at Buenos Aires Book Fair
Marìa Fernanda Mendoza, IAF Consultant for Latin America and Katie Webb, IAF Steering Committee Member, who coordinate the IAF’s network of associations representing writers and artists in Latin America and …
International Authors Forum Annual General Meeting 2022 in Reykjavik, Iceland – Recap
The International Authors Forum held its first hybrid Annual General Meeting in Reykjavik, Iceland at Gunnarshouse, The Writers’ Union of Iceland on Tuesday 22 March. Representatives of the IAF membership …
Why PLR Matters: Let’s spread the word
We’ve worked with authors, authors’ representatives and Public Lending Right (PLR) experts to make a short film that showcases the value of PLR. PLR is an author’s right to payment …
IAF AGM 2022
The International Authors Forum invites you to attend the 2022 Annual General Meeting (AGM). Where: Gunnarshouse, The Writers’ Union of Iceland, Dyngjuvegi 8, 104 Reykjavík, Iceland and Online via Zoom. …
Statement of solidarity with Ukraine and its creator community
We, representing the international author community, extend our solidarity and support for those in Ukraine during this illegal invasion by Russia. We are concerned for the safety of the Ukrainian …
World IP Day 2022 and the World IP Day Youth Video Competition
This year’s World IP Day campaign – IP and Youth: Innovating for a Better Future is celebrating the energy, drive and enthusiasm of young people. For this campaign the World …