City of New Orleans Presents Official Proclamation to CRM Author Advocate Dr. Rhonda Lawson
New Orleans, LA (March 2, 2026) — The City of New Orleans formally honored Dr. Rhonda Lawson with an official proclamation during the recent Ivory and Cream Affair Jazz Brunch, the flagship event of the 10th Annual Black History Month…
"I DIDN’T KNOW!": RICK ABERNATHY JOINS CREATORS’ RIGHTS MOVEMENT AS SPOKESPERSON TO FIGHT FOR PERPETUAL COPYRIGHT REFORM
ATLANTA, GA — The Creators’ Rights Movement (CRM) is proud to announce the appointment of powerhouse artist and visionary Rick Abernathy, co-founder and former lead vocalist of the iconic funk group Lakeside Express (later known as Lakeside), as an official Spokesperson for…
ATLANTA, GA (February 1, 2026) – Sharon J. Hill, Publicist for the Creators’ Rights Movement (CRM), is proud to announce the launch of the movement’s official newsletter, The CRM Chronicle, edited by Amanda Sherman. This launch marks a pivotal moment in the fight for creative justice as the organization kicks off a national campaign during Black History Month to advocate for Perpetual…
Some authors entertain or inform you, but Michelle A. Rhoney is the kind who writes with a purpose so clear you can feel it in your chest.
After her appearance in the Horizons Author Lounge, I was honored when Michelle accepted the invitation to be one of 14 featured authors in my 10th Annual Black History Month Literary Weekend. She’s…
In a genre where Black voices have historically been scarce, Torrie Q. Jones is redefining what fantasy fiction looks like.
I learned this quickly after meeting her in 2023. We met through a mutual literary friend who recommended her as a guest for my show, the Horizons Author Lounge. I was excited because she was a fantasy fiction author,…
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Native Daughter Brings Black History Month Literary Weekend Back to New Orleans Councilman Eugene Green to Speak at Signature Ivory & Cream Literary Jazz Brunch
NEW ORLEANS—New Orleans native, author, and literary advocate Dr. Rhonda M. Lawson is celebrating the 10th Annual Black History Month Literary Weekend back home in New Orleans…
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Dr. Rhonda M. Lawson Joins Creators’ Rights Movement as Author Advocate, Named Publicist for Literacy Code Book Tour
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2026 — Award-winning author, literary strategist, and literacy advocate Dr. Rhonda M. Lawson has joined the Creators’ Rights Movement as an author advocate, expanding her long-standing work at the…
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Author, Philanthropist Ethel Gardner Joins Creators’ Rights Movement Advisory Board
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26, 2026 — The Creators’ Rights Movement (CRM), a national advocacy organization advancing creator ownership and fair compensation, announced today that author and nonprofit founder Ethel Gardner has joined the movement’s Advisory Board, strengthening CRM’s work at the intersection…
NEWSLETTER
CREATORS’ RIGHTS MOVEMENT
Issue No. 1 | February 1, 2026
Who We Are
The Creators’ Rights Movement (CRM) is an education-driven advocacy initiative dedicated to protecting, empowering, and informing creators about their intellectual property rights.
The Movement exists to serve creators across music, film, writing, visual arts, digital media, and emerging platforms—especially those who…
Dear President Barlow,
On behalf of the Creators' Rights Movement (CRM), I want to sincerely thank you and the 1,400 members of CWA Local 3204 for your official statement of solidarity. We are proud to have your support letter on our Sponsor page.
Labor unions like yours have long paved the way for the protections…
PRESS RELEASE
Contact: Sharon J. Hill
678.900.2405 * crmmedia@creatorsrightsmovement.com
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CREATORS’ RIGHTS MOVEMENT HAILS PARTNERSHIP WITH “THE SINGER’S PRODUCER” CHARLES WALLERT
ATLANTA, GA — The Creators’ Rights Movement (CRM) proudly announces that the acclaimed Producer/Composer Charles Wallert will serve in the capacity as the National Entertainment Industry Liaison. Mr. Wallert…
Major Milestone Achieved
Contact: Sharon J. Hill Phone: 678.900.2405 Email: crmmedia@creatorsrightsmovement.com
CRM ENDS 2025 WITH RECORD MOMENTUM: COPYRIGHT PETITION SURPASSES 1,000 SIGNATURES
ATLANTA, GA — December 15, 2025 — The Creators’ Rights Movement (CRM) announces a powerful conclusion to the fourth quarter of 2025, marked by critical milestones signaling public urgency for legislative reform.…
Welcome to the Creators’ Rights Movement
On behalf of Music Industry Consultant Mark G. Goldstein, we are proud to welcome you to the newly redesigned Creators’ Rights Movement website—a digital home built to empower, educate, and unite artists, music professionals, and supporters across the country.
This new platform represents the next chapter in our mission: protecting…
Copyright and AI FAQs
Explore the most common questions about copyright in the age of artificial intelligence.
What is the impact of AI on copyright law?
AI challenges traditional copyright frameworks by creating works that may not have a human author, prompting legal debates on authorship and ownership.
Can AI-generated works be copyrighted?
Currently, copyright…
