Integrated International Partnerships

    In the spirit of championing respect for copyright, CLASS continues this mission across international borders, through partnerships with Reprographic Rights Organisations (RROs). These agreements represent significant milestones in establishing dynamism and collaboration for the protection of Intellectual Property (IP) rights across international borders. By fostering and strengthening bilateral ties within the community,  CLASS and its […]

Writers+ Grant

Writers+ Grant The Writers+ grant is a collaboration between Copyright Licensing and Administration Society of Singapore (CLASS) and the Singapore Book Council (SBC). The grant aims to support both Singaporean writers and translators in their creative literary pursuits to develop their craft and create new works. It is open to Singapore citizens and permanent residents. […]

Publishers with a Purpose: An Exclusive Interview 

Both Ms Catherine Khoo and Ms Hidayah Amin share a common purposeful trait to bring meaning to children’s lives. In this exclusive interview,  both publishers share their journey and how they bring inclusion to reading experiences and create writing opportunities for children. Can you share us how you get into the publishing business?I spent a lot of time […]

Strategies To Win The Global Talent Race

Talent is critical to business innovation and competitiveness. The most resilient economies and fasting growing businesses are those establishing a clear lead in the development of digital skills to win in the global talent race. Read more via this link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinessdevelopmentcouncil/2022/09/15/strategies-to-win-the-global-talent-race/?sh=1a208b0c2807 Written by Mr Tan Chor Meng, Senior Director at Wiley. The article was first […]

Educating students on the importance of copyright

The importance of protecting copyrighted works should be part of any lesson plan that engages the students’ knowledge and prepares them for professional life after school. Educators have a role to play in shaping students to be a responsible digital citizen as well as a future creator. It is crucial to teach students about copyright, […]

What is a CMO and how it helps both copyright owners and users of copyrighted works?

Our world is enriched by the contributions of authors and publishers. Original works are protected by copyright in order that creators and copyright owners can be fairly compensated for their contributions. Collective Management Organisations, or CMOs, represent copyright owners and to help promote their interests. For any copyrighted work, the copyright owner has the exclusive […]

Five Ways We Can Work Together To Achieve Inclusive Education For All

Growing inequality impacts economic growth and threatens social cohesion. This, in turn, can result in rising social and political tensions and could lead to instability, or worse, conflicts. To achieve a peaceful world, we must tackle discrimination and good education has considerable power to reduce inequality. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinessdevelopmentcouncil/2020/10/22/five-ways-we-can-work-together-to-achieve-inclusive-education-for-all/

CLASS Welcomes Its New Board of Directors

On 25 July 2024, CLASS members voted in the new Board of Directors for 2024 – 2026. They include:    Anil Chandy (Publisher Director)  Vice President Major Reference Works Publishing Managing Director Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd Tan Chor Meng (Publisher Director)  Senior Director, Wiley Education Asia Tai Tone Lim (Publisher Director)  Director of Electronic […]

CLASS’ Position Statement on Artificial Intelligence

As the capabilities and potential uses of AI technology, and particularly generative AI technology, continue to evolve, CLASS is mindful of the impact that this growing technology will have on our membership – which includes both publishers and individual authors. To ensure that the rights and interests of our members are adequately protected, CLASS is […]

Copyright School Challenge 2023/2024: Creative Writing Competition

Copyright School Challenge 2023/2024: Creative Writing Competition The Copyright School Challenge: Creative Writing Competition is back this year with a brand-new theme! CLASS is launching its second edition of the Creative Writing Competition for primary school students with the aim to encourage creativity and promote copyright awareness among students. About the competition The Creative Writing […]