Record-keeping membership associations from across the globe come together to offer new benefits
Building on existing partnerships between the Association of Records Managers and Administrators (ARMA International) and both The Archives and Records Association (UK & Ireland) (ARA) and Records and Information Management Practitioner Alliance Global (RIMPA Global), ARA has now signed an agreement with RIMPA Global creating a partnership that spans the globe: ARA is based in the UK and Ireland, ARMA International is based in North America (and operates internationally) and RIMPA Global is based in Australia (and operates across Oceania).
This unique initiative is designed to connect and empower professionals in the information and records management industry across these three major regions and offers members unparalleled access to a wealth of resources, networking opportunities, and professional development benefits.
The key benefits to the membership of the three organisations are:
Global Networking: Members can expand their professional networks by:
· Connecting with a diverse group of professionals from across the globe
· Building relationships that can lead to new opportunities, collaborations, and career advancements
Cross-Cultural Exchange: Members can engage in meaningful interactions with members from different cultural and professional backgrounds, enriching your understanding and approach to information management.
Exclusive Resources: The programme will provide access to International Knowledge via access to a vast repository of resources, including research papers, case studies, and best practices from three leading markets in the industry.
Webinars and Workshops: Members will be able to participate in exclusive webinars and workshops led by industry experts from around the world, covering a wide range of topics relevant to information and records management.
Professional Development via certifications and training: Members will benefit from discounted rates on certifications and training programmes enhancing their professional credentials and marketability.
"As the CEO of RIMPA Global, I am thrilled to announce the formation of this relationship with ARMA International and ARA (UK and Northern Ireland). This landmark collaboration represents a significant step in connecting records and information management professionals across continents. By working together, we can unlock shared expertise and new opportunities that will enhance the value we deliver to our members and elevate the profession on a global scale."
Anne Cornish MRIM, Chief Executive Officer, RIMPA Global
“Creating a partnership with other record-keeping membership organisations from around the globe makes sense if we are to make the most of opportunities to learn and develop knowledge that come from living in a connected world.”
John Chambers, Chief Executive, Archives and Records Association (UK & Ireland)
Building on our existing individual partnerships with ARA and RIMPA Global, we are excited about this collaboration as we solidify a powerful global alliance committed to advancing the records and information management profession. This partnership not only expands our collective reach and resources, but also creates exciting new opportunities for all our members, enriching professional development, fostering innovation, and strengthening our industry as a whole. By uniting the strengths of ARMA, ARA, and RIMPA Global, we will continue to shape a globally connected, future-focused profession.
Nathan Hughes, CAE, IGP, Chief Executive Officer, ARMA International
Based in Europe, The Archives and Records Association (ARA) is the lead professional body for archivists, archive conservators and records managers in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
ARA’s vision is to be the leading professional and sectoral body for archives, conservation, records management and information governance (‘the record-keeping sector’). It supports professionals and stakeholders in the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, and internationally.
Based in Oceania, RIMPA Global’s vision is to empower organisations and individuals with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage information in the digital age, driving innovation and positive change.
ARMA International has established itself as the leading authority in information governance. With a global membership base comprising nearly 5,000 professionals in 52 countries, ARMA is dedicated with providing the resources, tools, education and community required to empower individuals and organizations to manage their information as a strategic asset. Members represent the community of records management, information management, and information governance professionals who harness the benefits and reduce the risks of information. Our established information governance framework includes the Principles, the Information Governance Implementation Model, and the Information Governance Body of Knowledge (IGBOK). ARMA recognizes professionals who have mastered these concepts through the Information Governance Professional (IGP) Certification. For more information visit: https://www.arma.org/
More information and how to join
ARA Members can find out about joining ARMA here and RIMPA Global here
RIMPA Global members can find out about joining ARA here and ARMA here
ARMA International members can find out about joining ARA here and RIMPA Global here