The Fédération Internationale des Archives de Télévision - International Federation of Television Archives (FIAT/IFTA) is a worldwide association of institutions, commercial companies and associates with a special interest in audiovisual archiving in general and media archives in particular. Our members come from the public and commercial broadcasting sector, national audiovisual archives along with industry, universities and associated archives and individuals. The association aims to connect members, to spread knowledge in the field of audiovisual archiving to represent their interests at international level.
FIAT/IFTA was founded in 1976, and its first conference was held in 1977 in Paris. Since then a World Conference has been held annually. In 2016 it was held in Warsaw and the 2017 40th Anniversary event will take place in México City where it will be hosted by the Fonoteca Nacional together with TV Unam and the SPR. The Conference features keynotes speakers, panels, discussions, workshops, masterclasses, case study presentations, social events and networking opportunities and, the FIAT/IFTA Archive Achievement Awards.
Information for participants for the FIAT/IFTA Conference in Mexico CityArrivals:For your Security and comfort, an official transportation has been organized on October 17th, 18th and 19th. Buses will have the following schedule: A person with a FIAT/IFTA sign will be waiting at the passengers exit. Please let us know if you wish to use this service. The Mexico City International Airport has a safe taxi service available that you can contract in the interior of the Airport if you wish to do your transportation by your own. Before leaving the airport, we suggest you to change your foreign currency to Mexican pesos because the exchange rate is more convenient. When you first arrive at your hotel, it is important to locate the emergency signs and to identify the meeting points. In case of emergency, follow the instructions of the Civil Defense Staff. Mexico CityMexico City is the capital of Mexico. Its metropolitan area is one of the world's largest and the largest city by population in North America, with an estimated 26 million people living in the region. It is shaped roughly like an oval of about 60 by 40km, built on the dry bed of Lake Texcoco, and surrounded on three sides by tall mountains and volcanoes such as the Ajusco, the Popocatepetl and the Ixtaccihuatl. Mexico City proper (with a population of 8.8 million as of 2010) is in the Federal District (Spanish: Distrito Federal or D.F.), a federally-administered area which acts as the capital of Mexico. Mexico City's is a wonderful cultural and historic site located 2,200 m above mean sea level which is equivalent to more than 7,200 ft. Practical informationClimateClimate will be mild during the the 15 to 22 October week. Minimum tempartures will be around 11 and 12 degrees Centigrade and maxium will be around 21 to 22 degrees Centigrade. Some rain perspectives on the 21 and 22 October week-end. Electric PlugsThese are the models and information about Voltage: Voltage: 127 V | Frequency: 60 Hz | Sockets: Type A / B Moving around in MexicoTravel in Mexico City is normally safe. Areas around the historic center are generally well-lit and patrolled in the early evening. Much of your travel within the city will be done via public transportation or walking. Mexico City is an immensely crowded place, and like in any major metropolitan area, you are advised to be aware of your surroundings. Ask locals or hotel staff about places to avoid. If a neighborhood is considered unsafe and dangerous, just don't go there. As simple as that. Avoid walking alone (especially if you are female traveler) at night and call a taxi (never hail one out on the street) to take you safely back to your hotel or place of residence. Civil ProtectionMexico has recently experienced two earthquakes of great magnitude. Even we don't expect, is important to consider the following security measures in case of a contingency: What to do in the event of an earthquake? Unlike other natural phenomena, earthquakes are a silent threat and we can’t do nothing to avoid them, but we can reduce their consequences. Before 1.-Identify the actions to carry out in the event of an earthquake, to act effectively and efficiently. During 1.-The building and the stairs move in different directions, so it is important not to evacuate at the time; stairs may collapse and be at greater risk. After 1.- If you are trapped in elevators, keep calm, they are being checked by civil protection experts. Addresses, phones and emails of Embassies in Mexico CityPlease download the following document Embassies in Mexico |
Spanish conquistadors founded Mexico City in 1521 atop the razed island-capital of Tenochtitlán, the cultural and political centre of the Aztec (Mexica) empire. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited urban settlements in the Western Hemisphere, and it is ranked as one of the world’s most populous metropolitan areas.
One of the few major cities not located along the banks of a river, it lies in an inland basin called the Valley of Mexico, or Mesa Central. The valley is an extension of the southern Mexican Plateau and is also known as Anáhuac (Nahuatl: “Close to the Water”) because the area once contained several large lakes.
The name México is derived from Nahuatl, the language of its precolonial inhabitants. City’s leading position with regard to other urban centres of the developing world can be attributed to its origins in a rich and diverse environment, its long history as a densely populated area, and the central role that its rulers have defined for it throughout the ages.
Conference Location changesWe would like to inform you that there has been a change in the location of the conference. The Tlatelolco Conference Centre stands sturdily on its legs, but there have been small perturbations inside and after seing the images we decided, in agreement with the organisers, to move the conference to another location. We have now two locations for the Conference; very close to the Hotel sector (Fontan, Fiesta Inn, One and Barcelo) which are, all within walking distance: Hotel Fiesta Inn Centro Histórico and Museo Memoria y Tolerancia. The Award Ceremony will take place as initially indicated, on Friday 20, 8 pm, at Museo Interactivo de Economía (MIDE). Registrations will take place at the Hotel Fiesta Inn, starting on Wednesday 18. This location has all the necessary commodities that will permit us to have a wonderful conference. All the Executive Council and members of FIAT/IFTA are looking forward to see you next week in Mexico City!! For any further information, please contact: Daniel Teruggi; General Secretary FIAT/IFTA: dteruggi@ina.fr or fiatmexico2017@cultura.gob.mx |
Av. Juárez 76, Colonia Centro, Centro, 06010 Ciudad de México
In this place will take place several sessions of the conference including the workshops on Wednesday 18 and for the final drinks. Also Lunch will take place here.
Located within the Parque Alameda Commercial Plaza, in the Historic Center, very close to Mexico City's main attractions, such as the Cathedral, the Casa de los Azulejos, Bellas Artes and countless museums. The hotel is situated just minutes from Reforma and Polanco Avenues, and important business, commercial and social districts.
The hotel has a Business Center with computers and high speed wireless Internet, and 2 meeting rooms with a screen, air conditioning and capacity for 8 people. It also features 4 event rooms that can be adapted to host up to 210 people in an auditorium; each room has a board, electric screen, flip charts, coffee service and personalized service. Our professional team will help with your groups and conventions.
Avenida Juarez 8, Centro, 06010 Cuauhtémoc, CDMX, Mexico
In this place will take place the opening reception on Wednesday 18 and the opening ceremony and presentations on Thursday 19.
This museum is concerned about the importance of tolerance, non-violence and human rights. It seeks to create awareness through historical memory, alerting the danger of indifference, discrimination and violence to create responsibility, respect and awareness in each individual that is derived from social action.
Calle de Tacuba 17, Cuauhtémoc, Centro Histórico, Mexico City
The Interactive Museum of Economics is the first museum in the world dedicated exclusively to economics. The museum was opened in 2006 with the sponsorship of the Bank of Mexico, the Nacional Financiera and other government organizations.
The museum is open to the public but its focus is on students, teachers and economic professionals providing hands-on exhibits meant to be fun and engaging.
It is located in the restored building that belonged to the old Convent of the Bethlehemites on Tacuba Street. The building was constructed as a hospital in the 18th century by the Bethlehemites, which was the only religious order founded in the Americas. This religious order was later disbanded by the Spanish Crown for supporting insurgents during the Mexican War of Independence. The building covers half of a city block on Tacuba Street between Bolivar and Filomeno Mata. The Bank of Mexico acquired the building in 1990. The convent was restored in cooperation with the Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia (INAH).
The restoration took fifteen years to complete and was concluded in 2004. In some areas, colonial era tiles were covered in fifteen layers of paint.
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Nationals of the following 65 countries and jurisdictions holding normal passports do not require a visa to enter Mexico as tourists, visitors in transit or business visitors. Tourists and business visitors can stay in Mexico for up to 180 days. Visitors in transit can stay for up to 30 days.
All European Union Citizens, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Hong Kong, Iceland, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Liechtenstein, Macau, Marshall Islands, Malasya, Micronesia, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Trinidad and Tobago, United States, Uruguay
Please read before clicking the 'Register' link at the bottom of this page. All registrations in this section will be paid online, in US Dollars. Payment for registration can be done also by a bank transfer before the event and onsite at the conference venue.
Choose either Full Registration, or one of the Day Registration categories. If you select Full Registration you will be asked to indicate your member/non-member category. Alternatively, choose one of the 3 Day Registration options below, according to your membership category. The Day Registration option is for those who can only attend one day of the conference. You can state which day you wish to book.
Notes:
* Latin American participants working in audiovisual institutions will automatically get a 25% reduction (you must present a certificate at the conference).
* Register each person separately. After registering, you will receive a promotional code that you can use in the list of hotels below.
* We are extending the early bird date from August 31 to September to September 7. After that date the price will be increased.
Please read before clicking the 'Register' link at the bottom of this page. All registrations in this section will be OFFLINE, in US Dollars. Payment for registration can be done also by a bank transfer before the event and onsite at the conference venue.
Choose either Full Registration, or one of the Day Registration categories. If you select Full Registration you will be asked to indicate your member/non-member category. Alternatively, choose one of the 3 Day Registration options below, according to your membership category. The Day Registration option is for those who can only attend one day of the conference. You can state which day you wish to book.
Notes:
* Latin American participants working in audiovisual institutions will automatically get a 25% reduction (you must present a certificate at the conference).
* Register each person separately. After registering, you will receive a promotional code that you can use in the list of hotels below.
* We are extending the early bird date from August 31 to September to September 7. After that date the price will be increased.
FIAT/IFTA Price: from $60 -$70 USD Aprox.
Av. Juárez No. 88, Centro 06600 Ciudad de México
+52 (55) 51300030
FIAT/IFTA Price: $90 USD Aprox.
Av. Juárez 76 Col. Centro 06010 Ciudad de México
+52 (55) 51302900
FIAT/IFTA Price: from $75 - $110 USD Aprox.
Paseo De La Reforma 24, Ciudad de México, 06040
+52 (55) 525547386
FIAT/IFTA Price: $110 USD Aprox.
Paseo de la Reforma 1, Mexico City, 06030
+52 (55) 51285000
Fonoteca Nacional de México
TV UNAM
SPR
fiatmexico2017@cultura.gob.mx
Ciudad de México, México
