FAI 2027: Chicago, Illinois, United States
January 27-31, 2027
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2027 Conference Art + Theme Reveal
Folk Alliance International announces their 39th annual conference theme: Hands in Solidarity. The conference takes place January 2027 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
May 18, 2026
2027 Conference Art + Theme Reveal
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FAI 2024
Folk Alliance International announces their 39th annual conference theme: Hands in Solidarity. The conference takes place January 2027 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
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It’s Opening Day! FAI 2027: Official Showcases + Pre-Registration + Scholarships + Volunteer + more!
Applications are open for FAI 2027 in Chicago. Today we're opening Official Showcases, IFMA Nominations, Volunteers, Scholarships, Mike Seeger Fellowship, Press Credentials, and Pre-Registration.
May 1, 2026
It’s Opening Day! FAI 2027: Official Showcases + Pre-Registration + Scholarships + Volunteer + more!
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FAI 2024
Applications are open for FAI 2027 in Chicago. Today we're opening Official Showcases, IFMA Nominations, Volunteers, Scholarships, Mike Seeger Fellowship, Press Credentials, and Pre-Registration.
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Virtual Affinity Groups, Spring 2026: April 6-22
FAI Affinity Groups are unique networking sessions that provide space for underrepresented voices in our industry.
March 26, 2026
Virtual Affinity Groups, Spring 2026: April 6-22
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FAI Affinity Groups are unique networking sessions that provide space for underrepresented voices in our industry.
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Win Frederick performs "The Birdwatcher" | Black Queer Voices in Spoken Word
In recognition and celebration of both Pride Month and Juneteenth, FAI spotlights the work of three black, queer poets and spoken-word artists: Fanta Ballo, Melissa Ferrer Childs, and Win Frederick.
June 22, 2024
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Win Frederick performs "The Birdwatcher" | Black Queer Voices in Spoken Word
In recognition and celebration of both Pride Month and Juneteenth, FAI spotlights the work of three black, queer poets and spoken-word artists: Fanta Ballo, Melissa Ferrer Childs, and Win Frederick.
June 22, 2024
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Melissa Ferrer Civil performs "We, The People" | Black Queer Voices in Spoken Word
In recognition and celebration of both Pride Month and Juneteenth, FAI spotlights the work of three black, queer poets and spoken-word artists: Fanta Ballo, Melissa Ferrer Childs, and Win Frederick.
June 20, 2024
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Melissa Ferrer Civil performs "We, The People" | Black Queer Voices in Spoken Word
In recognition and celebration of both Pride Month and Juneteenth, FAI spotlights the work of three black, queer poets and spoken-word artists: Fanta Ballo, Melissa Ferrer Childs, and Win Frederick.
June 20, 2024
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Fanta Ballo performs "My Mother" | Black Queer Voices in Spoken Word
In recognition and celebration of both Pride Month and Juneteenth, FAI spotlights the work of three black, queer poets and spoken-word artists: Fanta Ballo, Melissa Ferrer Childs, and Win Frederick.
June 19, 2024
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Fanta Ballo performs "My Mother" | Black Queer Voices in Spoken Word
In recognition and celebration of both Pride Month and Juneteenth, FAI spotlights the work of three black, queer poets and spoken-word artists: Fanta Ballo, Melissa Ferrer Childs, and Win Frederick.
June 19, 2024
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Important Updates to FAI Membership coming May 1
May 1 brings some important changes regarding membership renewal, rate increases, and exciting new benefits for organizational members.
April 17, 2024
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Important Updates to FAI Membership coming May 1
May 1 brings some important changes regarding membership renewal, rate increases, and exciting new benefits for organizational members.
April 17, 2024
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Announcing FAI's New Executive Director, Jennifer Roe
“We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer Roe as Folk Alliance International's Executive Director. With Jennifer's deep knowledge of Folk Alliance International and her passion and dedication to the..."
April 16, 2024
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Announcing FAI's New Executive Director, Jennifer Roe
“We are thrilled to welcome Jennifer Roe as Folk Alliance International's Executive Director. With Jennifer's deep knowledge of Folk Alliance International and her passion and dedication to the..."
April 16, 2024
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2024 International Folk Music Awards: Nominees and Recipients
Announcing the nominees for the member-voted Best Of 2023 awards, plus the recipients of the Clearwater, Spirit of Folk, Rising Tide, People’s Voice, and Lifetime Achievement Awards!
January 17, 2024
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2024 International Folk Music Awards: Nominees and Recipients
Announcing the nominees for the member-voted Best Of 2023 awards, plus the recipients of the Clearwater, Spirit of Folk, Rising Tide, People’s Voice, and Lifetime Achievement Awards!
January 17, 2024
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Announcing our 2024 Annual General Meeting and the 2023 Board Election Results
Join us on March 6, 2024 at 2 pm CT for a virtual version of our 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM)! Everyone in the community is welcome and encouraged to attend.If you’re a voting member of FAI, you’ll be receiving an email soon with the agenda, meeting documents, and a Zoom link to join the AGM (with the ability to participate and ask questions).
December 10, 2023
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Announcing our 2024 Annual General Meeting and the 2023 Board Election Results
Join us on March 6, 2024 at 2 pm CT for a virtual version of our 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM)! Everyone in the community is welcome and encouraged to attend.If you’re a voting member of FAI, you’ll be receiving an email soon with the agenda, meeting documents, and a Zoom link to join the AGM (with the ability to participate and ask questions).
December 10, 2023
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USCIS Visa Fee Increase Proposal
If you haven’t heard already, we are reaching out to make you aware of recent proposals by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to increase visa fees, including those for O and P artist visas filed by U.S. petitioners to bring non-U.S. performers/musicians to the U.S.
March 10, 2023
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USCIS Visa Fee Increase Proposal
If you haven’t heard already, we are reaching out to make you aware of recent proposals by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to increase visa fees, including those for O and P artist visas filed by U.S. petitioners to bring non-U.S. performers/musicians to the U.S.
March 10, 2023
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Congratulations to the 2023 GRAMMY Winners!
Announcing the nominees and winners of the 65th GRAMMY® Awards related to the Folk community! We’re thrilled to see folks in our community receiving nominations in the American Roots categories and beyond. Congratulations to all!
February 6, 2023
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Congratulations to the 2023 GRAMMY Winners!
Announcing the nominees and winners of the 65th GRAMMY® Awards related to the Folk community! We’re thrilled to see folks in our community receiving nominations in the American Roots categories and beyond. Congratulations to all!
February 6, 2023
