Biden must act to end Assange prosecution now
The decision by the United Kingdom High Court to allow Julian Assange to appeal against his extradition to the United States is a welcome step forward
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Statement from the Symphony Orchestra Musicians’ Association (SOMA)
Australian orchestral musicians stand in solidarity with survivors of sexual assault, rape and gendered violence.
Budget investment in arts training and education must result in quality jobs
The Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance welcomes the federal government’s continued efforts in the 2023-24 Budget to revive Australia’s long-neglected arts, cultural and media sectors.
McBride jailing reinforces need for whistleblower reforms
The jail sentence of almost six years handed down to whistleblower David McBride today represents a shameful day for the public’s right to know and shows the need for urgent reforms to protect whistleblowers from prosecution.
There’s no industry without musicians
In this submission to a Parliamentary inquiry into challenges and opportunities for the Australian live music industry, MEAA says that rather than continue to underwrite commercial festival operators, governments must focus on ensuring the viability of music as a career as the foundation on which a healthy and successful live music scene can be built.
MEAA has made 16 recommendations to ...
