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Eshkolot

Eshkolot, The Israeli Artists Company for Performers Rights Ltd. is the representing corporation for the majority of the Performing Rights owners, including actors, singers, entertainers, dubbers, and dancers. Eshkolot’s database in September 2022 listed over performing artists, who have received and/or are receiving and/or will receive in the future royalties from Eshkolot. Eshkolot collects royalties from broadcasters with whom it has signed agreements: the Israel Broadcasting Authority IBA (radio and television), Channel 2 – Keshet and Reshet, HOT and YES, Channel 14, local radio stations, and GLZ Radio, local authorities, halls, and venues, etc. These royalties are distributed to performing artists, where the main basis for the allocation is the number of minutes each artist was on air. The company's other actions are promoting legislation in the Knesset and standing before the Supreme Court in favor of Israeli artists Another activity of the Eshkolot is the mutual aid fund that helps artists in financial or medical distress