Artists and writers have the power to uplift human consciousness, inspire action, and express visions for a better future grounded in human rights and justice. At a time of increasing authoritarianism and systematic repression, artists are the canaries in the coal mine as they face an unprecedented escalation of harassment, incarceration, and other forms of persecution for their work.

Join ARC and UNESCO for a panel on Defending Creative Voices: Protection of Artists in Times of Emergencies with distinguished speakers Deeyah Khan, Norwegian-Pakistani filmmaker and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Artistic Freedom and Creativity; DJ Switch, Nigerian musician and songwriter; Dinaw Mengestu, Ethiopian-American, award-winning writer; and Alexandra Xanthaki, the UN Special Rapporteur in the field of cultural rights. The panelists will explore the question: What responsibility does the international community have to defend and protect artists?

This event aims to raise awareness among UN Member States and civil society actors of the role artists play during crises and the dangers they confront. Whereas the media, government, and other key actors recognize the role played by journalists, political opposition figures, and other dissidents, artists are seldom recognized by the international community for their vital role within the broader community of human rights defenders. The panel will build support for enhanced protections to defend artists’ lives, livelihoods, and the right to free expression.

The panel discussion will build on UNESCO's report Defending Creative Voices: Artists in Emergencies, learning from the Safety of Journalists, and ARC’s report Art Is Power: 20 Artists on How They Fight for Justice and Inspire Change.

It will be followed by a reception, an artistic performance by DJ Switch, and a visit to the exhibition “Culture under Attack: Safeguarding Heritage in Emergency”  from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

Learn more and register here: https://artistsatriskconnection.org/story/defending-creative-voices-protection-of-artists-in-times-of-emergencies-2

Artists and writers have the power to uplift human consciousness, inspire action, and express visions for a better future grounded in human rights and justice. At a time of increasing authoritarianism and systematic repression, artists are the canaries in the coal mine as they face an unprecedented escalation of harassment, incarceration, and other forms of persecution for their work.

Join ARC and UNESCO for a panel on Defending Creative Voices: Protection of Artists in Times of Emergencies with distinguished speakers Deeyah Khan, Norwegian-Pakistani filmmaker and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Artistic Freedom and Creativity; DJ Switch, Nigerian musician and songwriter; Dinaw Mengestu, Ethiopian-American, award-winning writer; and Alexandra Xanthaki, the UN Special Rapporteur in the field of cultural rights. The panelists will explore the question: What responsibility does the international community have to defend and protect artists?

This event aims to raise awareness among UN Member States and civil society actors of the role artists play during crises and the dangers they confront. Whereas the media, government, and other key actors recognize the role played by journalists, political opposition figures, and other dissidents, artists are seldom recognized by the international community for their vital role within the broader community of human rights defenders. The panel will build support for enhanced protections to defend artists’ lives, livelihoods, and the right to free expression.

The panel discussion will build on UNESCO's report Defending Creative Voices: Artists in Emergencies, learning from the Safety of Journalists, and ARC’s report Art Is Power: 20 Artists on How They Fight for Justice and Inspire Change.

It will be followed by a reception, an artistic performance by DJ Switch, and a visit to the exhibition “Culture under Attack: Safeguarding Heritage in Emergency”  from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

Learn more and register here: https://artistsatriskconnection.org/story/defending-creative-voices-protection-of-artists-in-times-of-emergencies-2

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This conference will explore the role of museums as important shared spaces, where differences can be ethically discussed and represented, and areas of commonality identified and valued.

Hear from museum professionals from the island of Ireland, the UK and the global museum community, in a city that has been damaged by division but through the ongoing social peace process is embracing the opportunities of the present and looking to a more positive future.

Read more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2024-icom-uk-conference-registration-757653129907?aff=odeccpebemailcampaigns&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=ebcampaigns&utm_campaign=23425269&utm_term=ctabutton&mipa=ABIdvVvmudLUWGTTKfhndsSf6TcL70G4FeUPtuv0dcp5MDfYp9LfZynmQonG2BfcbwUw6O-iZHKsRwtJX7kCBs9e-161YO1RXOGsxmBma9oR6ctB7ElTeoAM1_jkHTWHoLZysVmyV-RI7opnO0BFJTBxXmqpU4DrnSREz09AfBBLAQK6jxMxV5YcPSY5W3EZ0LY2sTm8GN1jsdXRPoCGN4okChYVribE6SqrYCu8TYnHvxwyuiRkzVHLj0gt1usqpd-X8YbcKEODE38DXpJ2FMMVfbtGZfGPNw

This workshop is designed to provide an overview of the O-1 visa application process, including tips for what evidence to include and when to apply, as well as a discussion about how an election year and change in administration may affect the visa, including wait times and acceptance rates.

Join the Center for Art Law and Rakhel Milstein, an immigration attorney and founder of the Milstein Law Group, for a workshop discussing what you need to know about the O-1 visa and suggestions for submitting an application during and after an election year.

About the Speaker

Rakhel Milstein is the founder of Milstein Law Group, a boutique immigration law firm located in downtown NYC. She has been practicing immigration law for over two decades, focusing on “extraordinary ability” visas and green cards. While she also handles all types of immigration matters, including standard work visas/green cards and family based cases, she has extensive experience resolving complex immigration cases in federal court, as well. She prides herself on finding creative solutions for her clients to allow them to live, work and/or train in the U.S.

Rakhel is a frequent panelist and lecturer at various organizations including Rattlestick Theatre, Columbia University, NYU Tisch, Cardozo School of Law and Stanford Business School.

She is a graduate of Bard College (B.A.) and Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D.); where she was the Articles Editor, Journal of International and Comparative Law, Cardozo School of Law.

Rakhel is admitted to the bar in New York, the District of Columbia, United States District Court, Southern District of New York, Eastern District of New York, District of Colorado, District of Nebraska and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. She is a member of the American Bar Association, New York State Bar Association and American Immigration Lawyers Association.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workshop-the-o-1-visa-the-impact-elections-have-on-immigration-tickets-846547184417?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join the Center for Art Law as we discuss art beyond Earth and focus on celestial art law with our panelists, Dr. Marlène Michèle Losier, Principal, Legal Expert in International Law and Nahum Romero, Artist & Founding Director, KOSMICA Institute. Moderated by Irina Tarsis, Esq., Founder and Managing Director of the Center for Art Law, this session aims to illuminate the legal, scientific, and technical complexities surrounding art in outer space.

The webianr will provide insights into the rules, regulations, and laws governing the deployment and retrieval of art in space. From the legal frameworks established for sending art into space to the liability issues arising upon its return to Earth, our speakers will provide a comprehensive overview of the legal landscape shaping celestial art.

The session will also cover the world of art on celestial bodies, including the moon, and examine the unique legal and technical challenges inherent in such endeavors. The discussion will extend to cover free-floating art in interstellar space, exploring the intangible aspect of artworks and the legal implications of art traveling through the cosmos. From space traffic management to debris concerns, our panelists will shed light on the regulatory gaps and challenges posed by this uncharted frontier.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celestial-art-law-zoom-out-there-tickets-851631130637?aff=oddtdtcreator

The expansion of cultural heritage claims across many jurisdictions, including the United States, coupled with an increased focus on anti-money laundering rules, has heightened the importance of provenance research in artwork transactions for market participants, attorneys, and regulators.

Alongside the professionalization of provenance research, distinct legal and practical questions have emerged, such as how to handle documentation requirements and which resources are available for researchers and market participants. This program examines both the legal doctrines involving provenance research and the practical considerations collectors, museums, appraisers, auctioneers, art galleries, regulators, and lawyers face. 

Read more and register here: https://www.nyls.edu/events/lunch-lecture-provenance-in-the-art-market-legal-and-practical-considerations/

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Register here: https://appraisersassociation.org/events-education/details/2/3413/75th-anniversary-gala?utm_source=Appraisers+Association+of+America&utm_campaign=e2c4f6d777-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_12_13_04_45_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-f105d2267e-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D

Join us for our Some Like it Digital Series hosted by the Center for Art Law, where we will delve into the complex landscape of AI-generated art and its intersection with the law. Our speakers, Michael D. Murray, Spears Gilbert Associate Professor of Law at University of Kentucky, J. David Rosenberg College of Law, and Dan Jasnow, Partner at ArentFox Schiff LLP, along with moderator Atreya Mathur, Director of Legal Research at the Center for Art Law, will lead a comprehensive discussion on the multifaceted legal challenges surrounding AI-generated art.

The webinar will explore the many issues of copyright registration and authorship in the realm of AI-generated art, shedding light on the concerns voiced by artists, engineers, and legal professionals. Drawing from recent lawsuits and class actions, our speakers will analyze the merits of these cases, examining questions of infringement and fair use within the context of AI-generated artistic creations. The session will also look into the contracts governing AI, including user agreements for AI software platforms, licensing agreements for AI-generated materials, and other contractual arrangements that define the relationship between creators and their AI counterparts. 

From a policy perspective, the webinar will offer perspectives on the way forward for AI art litigation and the broader implications for the future of AI-generated creativity.The session aims to explore potential regulatory pathways and policy considerations aimed at fostering innovation while safeguarding the rights of creators and stakeholders in the digital age.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/some-like-it-digital-ai-generated-art-litigation-the-law-tickets-851604089757?aff=oddtdtcreator