The International Association of Sound and Audiovisual Archivists (IASA) and host, L’Institut Valencià de Cultura (IVC) in Valencia, Spain, are pleased to invite your submissions for the 55th annual IASA conference.

IASA is a professional association concerned with the care, access and long-term preservation of the world’s sound and moving image heritage. Through its active worldwide membership and training initiatives, IASA supports and advocates the development of professional standards and practice amongst organisations and individuals who share these purposes.

The theme of the conference is "Interweaving Disciplines: Connecting Collections and Communities Through Sound & Audiovisual Archives".

Our goal is to spotlight instances of cross-disciplinary interactions and collaborations. Proposals for submissions should ideally nurture a culture of creativity, scientific innovation, and partnership, especially during times of crisis.

Welcome to the upcoming conference, ‘Don’t Believe Me, Just Watch!’, set to take place in Bucharest this October 2024. As we anticipate the approach of this engaging event, we delve into a multitude of questions encompassing the ever-evolving landscape of media preservation, acquisition, and archiving. Are we truly prepared for the challenges that lie ahead, or are we merely spectators in a rapidly changing arena? How do we navigate the intersection of ethics, technology, and skill sets in this digital age?

Our conference will bring together media managers, archivists, researchers, developers, strategists, as well as service and technology providers, fostering a collaborative environment for the exchange of well-informed opinions. Through presentations, keynotes, workshops, and discussion sessions, participants will confront pressing issues facing the archive industry today.

Located in the vibrant city of Bucharest, our discussions will span diverse topics, such as the challenges and opportunities in media preservation, the ethical considerations surrounding technological transformations, and the strategic choices for archive management teams. Migration, collaboration, AI integration, ecological responsibility, and access to archives are just a few of the subjects that will be explored in depth.

Join us as we delve into the intricacies of media archives, embracing the challenges, uncertainties, and opportunities that await. Your participation and insights are highly valued as we work together to uncover the stories influencing our media views and strategic decisions for the future.