The Association of Independent Video and Filmmakers, the publisher of The Independent Film and Video Monthly, and host of trainings, films festivals, and filmmaker seminars and networking events for thirty years is in what look like desperate straits. The organization is probably known by every independent filmmaker but its effectiveness and importance have waned during recent years – due to the communication explosion wrought by the internet. Can they retool to regain their former level of relevance? Stay tuned. To learn more about their troubles, visit their website.