Since its inception in 1977, The Association of Independent Music Publishers has provided a valuable platform for discussion and continued advocacy of the issues, opportunities and challenges facing the music publishing industry. The organization encourages the open exchange of ideas and opinions through a regular schedule of monthly meetings, forums, panel discussions, workshops and special events held in Los Angeles and New York, and covering a wide range of topics. The AIMP serves a worldwide community through its extensive website: www.aimp.org.