IASA Travel Awards 2026: Applications Now Open

The International Association of Sound and Audiovisual Archives (IASA) is pleased to announce that applications are now open to members for the IASA Travel Awards 2026.

Co-funded by IASA and UNESCO, the Travel Awards program supports members in good standing in attending the 57th Annual IASA Conference, to be held in Vilnius, Lithuania, from 19–22 October 2026.

With support from IASA and UNESCO, award recipients will have the opportunity to engage with international colleagues, share knowledge and experiences, and contribute to discussions that shape the future of audiovisual archiving, preservation, and access.

The IASA Conference is a unique forum for professionals, researchers, students, and practitioners working across the audiovisual heritage sector. Participants gain valuable opportunities for professional development, networking, and collaboration while engaging with current challenges and emerging practices in the field.

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by 12 July 2026.

How to Apply

Full details regarding eligibility, application requirements, and the application form are available on the IASA website:

https://iasa-web.org/travel-awards

For more information about the 57th Annual IASA Conference in Vilnius, please visit:

https://2026.iasa-web.org/welcome

We encourage eligible members to consider applying and look forward to welcoming participants from around the world to Vilnius in October 2026.