The Archives Records Association is the leading professional body for the record-keeping sector. We welcome all with an interest in archives, records management and conserving records to join us and drive the sector forward. Learn more →
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We are a membership organisation and as a member you get access to a range of great benefits. But we are also here to support the sector as a whole and encourage more of you to come on board and join in the conversation.

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Professional Development

Professional development ensures you become the best you can be. Improving your knowledge and skills and reflecting on your workplace experience, professional development will give you an essential competitive edge throughout your career. We offer the highest standard of professional development and qualification through our Professional Development Programme.

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The sector is evolving rapidly. New skillsets are required and resource pressures are greater, meaning recordkeeping professionals find themselves in ever more need of a wider range of skills. Continuing your professional development ensures you are able to keep your knowledge and skills current. To support members we offer a range of CPD and training opportunities with member discount.

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Careers

Archives and records are created by individuals, organisations and governments. They provide a unique and valuable source of information, helping to connect us to the past and understand the present. They provide evidence and insights, and they explain and justify actions and decisions.A career inarchives, records management or archive conservation is fascinating and rewarding. How will you develop yours?

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The ARA is actively promoting diversity and inclusion across the record-keeping sector with equal opportunities for all, and has formed the Diversity and Inclusion Allies Group with the aim of promoting best practice in relation to diversity and inclusion across the archive and record keeping sector, forging new paths for positive change.

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