The International Authors Forum (IAF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Kevin Fitzgerald CMG as its new Secretary General. Kevin brings extensive experience in intellectual property, international relations, …
International Authors Forum at the 2024 Guadalajara Book Fair
The International Authors Forum (IAF) is excited to join the 2024 Guadalajara Book Fair on 2 December, with, for the first time, a day dedicated to addressing key issues affecting …
IAF call for support to sign a Statement on fair AI training
The International Authors Forum (IAF) is proud to announce its support for a statement published in The Guardian that warns of the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the creative …
IAF at the Panama Book Fair
IAF attended the Panama Book Fair and co-hosted several activities within the event. On August 14th, IAF held a workshop for illustrators with Marcelo Otero, a professional illustrator and member …
IAF signs a MoU with CeMPro
The International Authors Forum (IAF) and the Mexican Centre for the Protection and Promotion of Copyright (CeMPro) are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) last …
IAF at the 45th Session of the SCCR
Last month, IAF joined the 45th Session of WIPO’s Standing Committee on Copyright and Related Rights (SCCR) in Geneva. As a permanent of observer at the SCCR, IAF took the …
IAF Caribbean Network: Ink and Insights Forum
Last month, to mark a week of events celebrating World Poetry Day on 21st March, the International Authors Forum (IAF) and JAIKU, a non-profit organisation dedicated to meeting the needs …
IAF AGM and panels discussions on AI: an overview
The International Authors Forum (IAF) held its third hybrid Annual General Meeting (AGM) in New York City. Following the AGM, the Secretariat organised three panels that addressed the development of …
IAF Celebrates the 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 …