IFTA is the voice and advocate for the independent film and television industry worldwide. The organization is committed to building and protecting its members’ ability to finance, produce, distribute and market independent films and television program around the world. Together with the Independent Film & Television Export Alliance (the Export Alliance), the Alliance speaks out on matters of critical importance, including the elimination of trade barriers, the impact of new technology on our traditional business models, and the need to foster broad-based growth of the industry around the world. Where appropriate, IFTA actively lobbies national and international government officials in regard to measures affecting the independent industry.

Our effectiveness is enhanced by the alliances we have forged with other industry groups and by our direct participation in international organizations that shape policies affecting our industry. IFTA belongs to the International Federation of Film Producers Associations (FIAPF), the International Intellectual Property Alliance (IIPA), and the Brussels-based Rights-holders Coalition. The Alliance also is an accredited Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) member of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and is active in WIPO discussions on proposed international copyright and performing rights treaties. Other permanent and ad-hoc industry coalitions provide additional avenues by which to influence the public policy debates surrounding our industry.