The next FIAF Congress will be hosted by the Filmoteca UNAM and will take place at Casa del Lago in Mexico City from 16-21 April 2023. The title of the symposium, which will take place on 17-18 April 2022, is "Women, Cinema, and Film Archives". The Call for papers of the Symposium is open until 15 December 2022.

RTÉ, together with the FIAT/IFTA Media Management Commission, invite you to the 11th edition of FIAT/IFTA’s “Changing Sceneries, Changing Roles” Seminars, focusing on media management, metadata, rights, new emerging technologies and changing skillsets. This edition’s theme is "Digital Transformation, Sustainability and Media Archives: Challenges and Opportunities".

Learn from international leaders within the media management community about new challenges, innovative workflows and practical solutions facing the digital archiving and broadcasting community.  This is a unique learning and development opportunity for professional audiovisual archivists provided through a variety of case studies, deep dives and panel discussions on the most relevant topics impacting the industry today with a focus on sustainability within the Archives.

Registration will open soon.

The FOCAL International Awards is an event that has been created to celebrate the exceptional use of archival footage and its significant contributions to the creative and cultural industries. From inspiring documentaries to heartwarming commercials, the use of archival footage has the power to evoke emotions, bring stories to life, and connect with audiences in an instant. The competition aims to recognize and reward the very best use of archival footage in the industry and showcase the impact it has on our world.

The competition is not just limited to the creative industries. It also acknowledges and celebrates the best practices in archive restoration and preservation. The archival industry is filled with professionals who are passionate about preserving and protecting our cultural heritage and it is essential to recognize their hard work and dedication. The awards ceremony is an opportunity to bring together the best and brightest minds in the industry and pay tribute to their achievements.

The 2023 edition of the FOCAL International Awards will be hosted in the historic Grand Connaught Rooms in London, a fitting location for an event that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the world. The event is expected to attract a large number of industry professionals and will be a great opportunity for networking and recognition.

Further information about the FOCAL International Awards 2023 competition will be released in March, but it is already shaping up to be a must-attend event. It will celebrate the power of archival footage and its impact on our world, and a tribute to the people who make it all possible.

The FIAT/IFTA World Conference 2023 will take place in Locarno, Switzerland, from the 18th of October to the 20th of October, with a pre-conference day on the 17th of October with workshops and commission meetings.

Don't forget to save the date and join us this year for the first FIAT/IFTA World Conference in Europe since 2019!