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 77
Dickson ACT 2602
Australia
Email: office@archivists.org.au
Freephone: 1800 622 251
For a more detailed list of contact addresses, please see our Contacts page.