 Standard and Popular Awards are awarded to writers whose works have unique value, but for which adequate compensation would not otherwise be received, or whose works are performed substantially in a medium not surveyed by the society.In April 2006, ASCAP inaugurated its annual ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO, the first national conference fully dedicated to songwriting and composing.The first EXPO featured workshops, panels, mentor sessions and performances with notable figures from all music genres and sectors of the music industry.