About Gda direitos dos artistas
Gda Direitos dos Artistas: Empowering Artists through Collective Management of Copyright-Related Rights
Gda Direitos dos Artistas is a Portuguese organization that aims to manage the collective rights related to copyright for artists, performers, and musicians. The organization's mission is to ensure that these individuals receive fair compensation for their creative works and performances.
The GDA was founded in 1985 as a non-profit association with the goal of protecting the rights of artists in Portugal. Since then, it has grown into one of the most respected organizations in the country's cultural sector. The GDA represents over 10,000 artists and performers across various disciplines such as music, dance, theater, cinema, and television.
The organization's primary function is to collect royalties on behalf of its members from various sources such as radio stations, TV channels, concert venues or streaming platforms. These royalties are then distributed among members based on their respective contributions to the creative work or performance.
One of GDA's main objectives is to promote cultural diversity by supporting emerging artists who may not have access to traditional funding sources. Through its programs and initiatives aimed at promoting artistic creation and innovation within Portugal’s cultural landscape.
Gda also provides legal assistance services for its members when they face copyright infringement issues or other legal disputes related to their artistic work. This support includes advice on contracts negotiation with producers or broadcasters as well as representation before courts if necessary.
In addition to managing copyrights-related rights for its members' works and performances within Portugal’s borders; GDA also has agreements with similar organizations worldwide which allows them reciprocal representation abroad ensuring that Portuguese artist receive fair compensation when their works are used outside Portugal.
Gda Direitos dos Artistas has been instrumental in shaping Portugal’s cultural landscape by providing a platform where artists can showcase their talents while receiving fair compensation for their efforts. It continues working towards empowering more creatives through collective management while promoting diversity within this industry so that everyone can have a chance to succeed.