DACS marks 100 years of CISAC and APRA, celebrating a century of protecting creators’ rights
This week, DACS CEO Christian Zimmermann joined international partners in Sydney to celebrate the centenary of CISAC, the world’s leading network of collective management organisations.
Hosted by the Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand music rights organisation APRA AMCOS, which is also celebrating its 100th anniversary, the meeting brought together the CISAC Board of Directors, representing 228 societies across 111 countries.
As a collective management organisation (CMO) collecting and distributing royalties to artists, DACS was proud to be part of this historic occasion. Christian was elected to the Board of Directors at CISAC back in June last year, contributing to global discussions about the future of creators’ rights at a pivotal moment for the creative industries.
The anniversary highlights the enduring importance of collective action in defending the value of creative work. One hundred years on from its founding, CISAC continues to play a central role in shaping international copyright policy and ensuring that creators are recognised, protected and fairly rewarded for their work.
About CISAC
The International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers (CISAC) is the world’s leading network of collective management organisations. Founded in 1926, CISAC represents creators across music, audiovisual, drama, literature and visual arts, working to ensure their rights are recognised and protected worldwide.
CISAC represents more than five million creators globally. It advocates for effective copyright frameworks, sets professional standards for collective management organisations and supports the development of international systems that enable accurate and efficient royalty distribution.
