SAA's Resolution Recognizing the Academy of Certified Archivists' 20th Anniversary
August 13, 2009
WHEREAS the Academy of Certified Archivists (ACA) was founded at a business meeting of the Society of American Archivists in 1989 as an independent, non-profit organization for certifying professional archivists; and
WHEREAS ACA exists to ensure that standards of expertise in the practice of archival science are maintained and promoted by demonstrating a mastery of a defined body of knowledge and skills, compiled and regularly revised through the organization’s Role Delineation Statement; and
WHEREAS the designation "Certified Archivist" is recognized around the world as a standard for professional knowledge and competence; and
WHEREAS ACA has achieved a milestone in 2009 of 1,000 current members now certified; and
WHEREAS members of ACA are proven leaders throughout the archives profession; and
WHEREAS the ACA's Certification Maintenance program provides the archives profession with an exemplary model for encouraging, recognizing, and rewarding archival continuing education and professional development; and
WHEREAS ACA celebrates its 1,000th member and its 20th anniversary during Sustainable Archives: AUSTIN 2009, the Joint Annual Meeting of the Council of State Archivists and the Society of American Archivists in Austin, Texas, on August 13, 2009, with a gathering at the Hilton Austin that is open to all Academy members and friends;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Society of American Archivists hereby recognizes the Academy of Certified Archivists on the occasion of its 20th anniversary celebration.
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