ARMA International and RIMPA Global have formed a global partnership to enhance the information management profession worldwide, bringing together their expertise, resources, and networks to better serve practitioners and promote collaboration.

The global partnership between RIMPA Global and ARMA International will offer numerous advantages to our combined 7,000 members, including the opportunity for joint membership, access to shared resources such as communities, professional development, education, and certifications, as well as advocacy for the information management and information governance profession, all while providing a distinct global perspective on information-related matters.

ARMA International is the community of records management, information management, and information governance professionals who harness the benefits and reduce the risks of information.  ARMA supports members professional and career advancement with forward-thinking education, continued meaningful networking, and cutting-edge business tools - everything members need to successfully navigate the full information cycle. 

ARMA Professional Members receive:

• Weekly Updates with timely & relevant resources
• Special discounts on training and certificate programs, events and programs
• Online and Chapter Community, Industry Groups, and Mentorship programs
• Complimentary Webinars from Industry Experts
• 24/7 Access to a library of publications
• Job-seeker access to the career center

RIMPA members can add a discounted ARMA Membership at any time!  JOIN the leading community of information professionals by contacting our Admin Team.

 

The Australian Library and Information Association is the national professional organisation for the Australian library and information services sector. Together we seek to empower the profession through the development, promotion and delivery of quality library and information services to the nation, through leadership, advocacy and mutual professional support. We are governed by a constitution and guided by our vision, objects and values. 

Website:

www.alia.org.au/

The ARA (Archives and Records Association) was created to ensure that archives and records were properly looked after and preserved for posterity and that all those working hard on this task received the proper training and support to do so.

The ARA work to provide the broadest and most coherent voice on all matters relating to the record-keeping sector and aim to broaden the care, management, access and use of records and archives by everyone. They embrace all those working in archives, records management, archive conservation, archive learning, research and outreach as well as anyone in the wider community with an interest in records and archives including users, owners and volunteers.

Join ARA here.

ARANZ (Archives & Records Association of New Zealand) is a national incorporated society established in 1976 to promote the importance of records and archives in New Zealand. Its members include archivists, record managers, genealogists, historians, and professionals from various sectors. ARANZ advocates for the preservation and effective administration of archives and records, supports professional education, and fosters research. The association also collaborates with other organizations, including a memorandum of understanding with RIMPA Global, to enhance learning opportunities and industry standards.

For more information, visit ARANZ.

Website:

www.aranz.org.nz/

The Australian Society of Archivists Inc. (ASA) is Australia’s peak professional body for archivists and recordkeepers. We advocate on behalf of archivists, and the archival and recordkeeping profession, and seek to promote the value of archives and records as well as support best practice standards and services.

https://www.archivists.org.au/

The Council of Australasian Archives and Records Authorities (CAARA) is the peak body representing government archives and records authorities across Australia and New Zealand. CAARA advocates for effective recordkeeping and archival management to ensure government transparency, accountability, and the preservation of important records for future generations. It fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and expertise among its members, aiming to unlock the long-term value of government records for communities. CAARA also addresses emerging challenges in the field, including ethical considerations and the integration of Indigenous perspectives in archival practices.

For more information, visit CAARA's website.

Website:

www.caara.org.au/

The EDM Council, founded in 2005, is a global, nonprofit trade association focused on advancing data management and analytics. It advocates for best practices, standards, training, and education, connecting professionals across industries. The council supports responsible data management, collaborates on innovative solutions, and provides resources like certification programs and benchmarking. Join a vibrant community of 25,000+ business leaders, CDOs, and data and analytics professionals across all industries. Learn more on their website.

Website:

edmcouncil.org/about/

LinkedIn:

https://linkedin.com/company/edm-council/

As the profession’s peak body, HIMAA promotes and supports health information management professionals as specialists in information management at all levels of the healthcare system. This is achieved through positioning and advocacy, accreditation, education and training, certification and credentialing, quality standards, publications and resources.

RIMPA Global members and now have the fantastic opportunity to join Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA) at an exclusive rate! With our reciprocal membership arrangement, RIMPA Global members can join HIMAA and access HIMAA's valuable resources and network for a discounted membership rate of $80. 

For RIMPA Global Members:
Click here to join HIMAA, navigate to the "Membership" section, and select the "Reciprocal Membership" option.

By joining HIMAA through reciprocal membership, you’ll gain access to a range of exclusive benefits, including:

• Member discounts on HIMAA’s Annual Conference, Professional Development activities, Webinars, and Clinical Coding courses.
• Reduced rates for CHIA Certification.
• Networking and Advocacy opportunities.
• Subscription to the HIMAA Matters Monthly Newsletter.

For HIMAA Members:
Click "Join" at the top right of the RIMPA Global home screen, choose "Individual," and then select the "Advantage" option.

Website:

www.himaa.org.au

KARMA are a non-profit making organisation registered in October 2010 with the aim of organizing, representing and acting as the professional body for persons working in or interested in records and archives management and to govern members in all matters of professional practice.

The association also fosters and promotes education, research, training and invention in records and archives management through partnering with public and private institutions. The association draws its membership from records managers and archivists in public and private institutions.

Objectives of KARMA

• Organise, represent and act as the professional body for persons working in or interested in records and archives management (hereinafter referred to as RAM) and to govern members in all matters of professional practice.

• Foster and promote education, research, training and invention in records and archives management and/or matters connected to RAM.

• Partner with public and private institutions in fostering adequate and professional RAM practices and systems.

• Maintain a register of professional and certified affiliate members qualified to practice RAM.

• Promote growth of the RAM profession and unite professionals in RAM field through conferences, workshops, seminars, meetings, forums and any other interaction mode that will facilitate linking up of members.

Website:

karma.co.ke/about-us/

Cox Purtell, established in 1994 by Jill Cox and Elisabeth Purtell, is a leading Sydney-based boutique recruitment agency. With a focus on providing exceptional staffing services, they combine high standards with a personal approach, ensuring equal care for both clients and candidates. Over time, the company has grown under the leadership of James Purtell and Trish Nugent, maintaining its reputation for a warm and professional service. Cox Purtell aims to remain a top agency in its specialties, prioritising quality and detailed, personalised service. Learn more at Cox Purtell.

Website:

www.coxpurtell.com.au/

LinkedIn:

https://linkedin.com/company/coxpurtell/

Howden Group is a global insurance brokerage that specialises in delivering tailored risk management solutions for businesses, from SMEs to multinational corporations. With a network spanning over 50 countries, Howden is known for its customer-centric approach, focusing on providing expertise in complex industries. They are dedicated to offering innovative, agile, and responsive services, empowering clients to navigate risk confidently. As a partner of RIMPA Global, Howden supports cyber risk management through RIMPA Cyber Protect, offering cybersecurity insurance solutions tailored to meet the needs of the information management sector.

For more details, visit RIMPA Cyber Protect.

Website:

www.howdengroup.com/au-en

Leadership Through Data is a training and education provider for the fields of Information Management and Governance, Microsoft 365, Data Privacy & Protection, GDPR, Data Ethics, and Soft Skills. 

Available to book online, their courses are led by an instructor and conducted in small groups (max 9 students per course) to allow lots of time for questions and thorough understanding. 

RIMPA Members receive a 10% discount on Leadership Through Data courses. Please log in to your RIMPA account to redeem the discount code or state your membership number when booking. 

Their courses can also be offered as private and tailored in-house training for 6 or more people – a cost-efficient option. They are also able to offer consultancy services – particularly useful for companies who are looking to, or who have recently integrated Microsoft 365. 

Growing in popularity, their FREE webinars are an important source for Information Managers and Data Privacy professionals, particularly their Microsoft 365 Quarterly ‘Ketchups’ and their Microsoft 365 Bi-Monthly Forum in collaboration with RIMPA – They put this one on especially for RIMPA members. 

With offices in Australia, The United Kingdom, and The United States, they provide training and consultancy services across the globe. 

Email:

[email protected]

Phone:

+61 416 559 691

Website:

leadershipthroughdata.com/aus/?utm_source=RIMPA&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=ANZHomePage

We know how hard it is to deliver when your organisation is rapidly evolving, and your information management environment keeps changing.

For 25 years Synercon has partnered with records and information managers to generate innovative information governance solutions.   Through our consulting practice, we adapted to changes across the profession, from the rigours of DIRKS; to in-place records management in SharePoint and Teams; to the latest challenges of building automated classification and appraisal systems.

Along the way, we have introduced new ideas, tools, and methods to manage change, while staying true to industry standards.

As the developers of a.k.a. and Percipio software, we build the control tools you need to perform your work and deliver recordkeeping rigour into the systems you work with. As trainers, we empower you to deliver and implement these tools.

Our mission is to help you build durable foundations, that underpin good governance and delivers optimal system performance.

www.synercon.co

Website:

www.synercon.co