IMPALA is launching a capacity-building scheme for its new member associations.
Following its annual general meeting in Zagreb, the European independent label organisation is also welcoming a new Ukrainian trade association member, the recently founded SPILNA.
Under the scheme, new national groups across Europe will provide key services to help build capacity locally, as part of the overall IMPALA network. This includes strengthening their local and regional network, providing tailored advice, counselling and workshops, as well as disseminating information about IMPALA’s work.
This is co-funded by the European Union through the cultural network programme announced earlier this year.
“The scheme is the continuation of IMPALA’s network development in territories in greater Europe, fostering cultural exchange, promoting European values and advocacy for a harmonised approach to creative industries and best commercial practices, cultivating local and regional capacity-building activities,” said a statement.
IMPALA has confirmed two associations that will benefit from the scheme this year:
– Bulgarian ANMIP, launched in 2023
– Ukrainian SPILNA, IMPALA’s newest member
SPILNA’s objectives are to develop the protection of the music industry and intellectual property rights, and enhance standards in the field of music and related industries.
SPILNA’s founding members are: Best Music, Pomitni, Black Beats, Enko, Africa Records, Foxlab, Papa Music, Multiproduction, Melaya Music and Monatik Corporation.
The new associations will provide services representing IMPALA, alongside tailored collaboration with longstanding IMPALA members.
Dario Drastata, chair of IMPALA, president of RUNDA Adria and executive director of Dallas Records, said: “It’s great that our new members are able to participate in this new scheme, co-funded by the EU. They will provide key services in their country for IMPALA, which means new members like Bulgaria and Ukraine can be joined up and active with the rest of Europe. Ukraine’s independent music community has shown remarkable resilience and creativity, and their services under this scheme will take their place alongside fellow associations.”
Ukraine’s independent music community has shown remarkable resilience and creativity
Dario Drastata
Iryna Gorova, founder and CEO of Ukrainian label Pomitni, said: “We are very grateful to the board for approving the membership of Ukrainian music association SPILNA in IMPALA. We are excited to become part of a community that unites professionals who share our dedication to music, creativity, and the development of the industry. This partnership opens new opportunities for us to provide key services in Ukraine, collaborate in Europe and internationally, exchange knowledge and best practices, and participate in initiatives that will strengthen and develop our music market and also give IMPALA’s projects the visibility they deserve with our members.”
Kees Van Weijen, CEO STOMP, executive board Member IMPALA, said: “Launching this new scheme marks an important step in strengthening representation for independent music communities and IMPALA across Europe. With the support of the EU, emerging associations can provide services and tools to build sustainable structures from day one. We are delighted that Bulgaria and now Ukraine will participate in this initiative, as both countries play a vital role in enriching the diversity of our sector.”
Ruth Koleva, board director of ANMIP, said: “Having been part of IMPALA for two years now, we are delighted to be recognised under this new capacity-building scheme. It comes at a crucial moment for our association and the services we will provide for IMPALA will boost their visibility, help us strengthen our structures, expand our activities, and better connect with our independent music community at both national and European levels.”
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