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About the ASA

The Australian Society of Archivists Inc. (ASA) is the peak professional body for archivists in Australia. It was formed in 1975 in response to the growing number of archivists in Australia and to the increasing demand for archival skills. The Society is administered on a national basis by an elected Council. Branches and Special Interest Groups are active in the States and Territories.

ABN: 36 102 573 974

Objectives of the Australian Society of Archivists

The Australian Society of Archivists aims to:

  • promote a professional identity amongst archivists
  • promote the keeping care and use of archives and encourage research and development in all areas of archival practice
  • establish and maintain standards of archival practice and professional conduct amongst archivists, including standards of archival qualifications and professional training
  • encourage the responsible use of archives including cooperating with other organisations and groups with common interests and concerns
  • encourage communication and cooperation amongst archivists, their institutions and the users of archives
  • publish and disseminate information relevant to the archival profession

Contact address

Australian Society of Archivists Inc.
PO Box 638
Virginia  QLD  4014
Australia
Email: office@archivists.org.au
Freephone: 1800 622 251

For a more detailed list of contact addresses, please see our Contacts page.

Strategic Plan 2008 - 2012 

The Strategic Plan was adopted by Council in July 2008. It provides the basis for Council to report annually to its members.  The plan will be reviewed by 30 June 2012.

For 2008 - 2012 the ASA's strategic priorities are to:

  1. Advocacte the ASA, our profession and professional pursuits
  2. Deliver education and training in all matters relevant to archivists and recordkeepers
  3. Provide appropriate services to all members
  4. Manage the organisation well

Work Program 2008 to 2009/2010

The work program identifies the priorities, activities of the ASA and Council and staff responsbilities for the period 2008 to 2009/2010. The work program will be available here soon.

Annual Report

A copy of the 2008 Annual Report is available for download