The International Music Council (IMC) established the Music Rights Award to recognize individuals and organizations that promote and protect music rights globally. This award highlights the importance of music as a fundamental human right and encourages efforts to ensure that musicians and creators receive fair treatment and compensation. The Music Rights Award is presented during the IMC's annual events, celebrating those who advocate for music's role in society. Recipients are chosen based on their contributions to music rights, including initiatives that support cultural diversity, access to music education, and the protection of intellectual property for artists.