Today marks a year since the adoption of the Copyright Directive, a historic turning point for Europe’s authors and creative sector.
Read on to find out where we stand in the transposition process and what these vital changes will mean for European creation and culture. (more…)
GESAC has co-signed the following open letter urging national governments and the EU to invest in the cultural sector to avert long-term turmoil and help heal the social and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The COVID-19 epidemic has taken an unprecedented economic toll on Europe’s cultural life and the well-being of its creative community.
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Read on to find out how European authors’ societies are stepping in to support their creators and users during this difficult period, and in the process finding innovative ways to promote public access to culture.
GESAC welcomes the European Parliament and Council approval of €37 billion in funds to address social and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. We also welcome the European Commission’s framework for state aid measures that specifically mentions the cultural sector. (more…)
