What time can I check in?

Please arrive by 9:00 AM to allow time for registration and security checks at the Churchill War Rooms. Due to museum protocols, there will be a two-step check-in process, including collecting a wristband which will allow you to move freely in and out of the venue throughout the day.

Why do I need a wristband?

A wristband is provided by the museum and will allow you to move freely in and out of the venue throughout the day. Please ensure you wear it at all times for easy re-entry and access to event spaces. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us start the day promptly.

What is the accessibility like?

Please note that access to the Churchill War Rooms involves one small flight of stairs. There is also a small lift available for those who require step-free access.

Is the conference room easy to find?

The conference room will be clearly signposted on arrival; however, please be aware that the venue remains open to the public during the day, so there will be general museum visitors in the surrounding space. We recommend arriving early to get your bearings and navigate the venue comfortably.

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Thursday, 25 September

BAPLA FOCUS 2025: Celebrating BAPLA’s 50th Anniversary

By BAPLA

Join us at BAPLA FOCUS 2025 to celebrate 50 years of BAPLA with a day full of fun, networking, and industry insights!

Date and time

Location

Churchill War Rooms

King Charles Street London SW1A 2AQ United Kingdom

Lineup

Agenda

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Registration BAPLA Annual Conference

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Truth & the Image

How do we defend authenticity in a world of deepfakes and synthetic media? From frontline photojournalism to manipulated news imagery, we explore the vital role licensing plays in protecting the visu...

11:00 AM - 11:25 AM

Refreshment break

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Copyright in Crisis: Collective Action in the Age of AI

Generative AI is disrupting everything. What’s next for creators’ rights? We’ll spotlight bold, collective action from the Make It Fair campaign to the work of DACS, PICSEL, AKG and others fighting f...

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

Quiet Pioneers: Women Shaping the Visual Record

From archives and image libraries to AI and ethical data, women have long shaped the visual record, not only by preserving memory, but by building the systems that determine what we see, license and ...

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Keynote Address

Isabelle Doran, Chief Executive Officer AOP

'Copyright, Control & the Creator’s Voice: Safeguarding Image Rights in the Age of AI'

3:15 PM - 3:35 PM

Celebrating Our Community

John Balean, Topfoto

3:35 PM - 3:55 PM

Refreshment break

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

License to Last: The Past, Present & Future of Image Rights

What does the next 50 years of licensing look like? We’ll explore how innovation, AI, and legacy collections can coexist and how rights holders can stay ahead of the curve. With Martin Hasselbring, B...

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Conference Ends - Self-Guided Tour of the Churchill War Rooms

Explore the historic Churchill War Rooms at your own pace.

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Evening Programme: BAPLA 50th Anniversary Celebrations

BAPLA 50th Anniversary Party. Drinks, canapés, networking and private after-hours access to the Churchill War Rooms exclusively for BAPLA attendees. Celebrate with us as we mark 50 years of BAPLA in ...

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Highlights

12 hours
ALL AGES
In person
Doors at 09:00

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 14 days before event

About this event

Community • Other

BAPLA FOCUS 2025: Celebrating BAPLA’s 50th Anniversary

Join us on Thursday 25 September at the historic Churchill War Rooms, the very space where visual strategy shaped public opinion, for a landmark edition of BAPLA FOCUS. This year’s special in-person event marks BAPLA’s 50th anniversary, celebrating five decades of image licensing expertise while tackling the challenges ahead. This milestone event promises to be a day filled with networking, insightful discussions and celebrations, tackling the big questions: What does truth look like in the age of AI? And how can licensing protect both creators and innovation? Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with industry professionals, learn and reflect on 50 years of protecting visual culture, past, present and future. Save the date and be part of this exciting event!

Please note the conference will run from 09:30 AM - 5:00 PM (BST). Refreshments and lunch will be provided during the day.

After the main programme, attendees will enjoy a special evening celebration, including after-hours access to the Churchill War Rooms (normally priced at £33), along with drinks and canapés which will run from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (BST).

Ticket price includes entry to both events.

*Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or allergies in advance, so we can accommodate them for the lunch provided.

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