European Regional Branch – EURBICA
The European Branch of the International Council on Archives (EURBICA) is the main pan-European professional body representing a wide range of archival institutions and professionals. Founded to foster collaboration across the European archival community, EURBICA was re-launched in 2016 following an extensive survey of its members and the drafting of a new Constitution, which was officially approved on 9 June 2018.
With over 900 members, EURBICA is one of the largest and most active branches within the ICA. It encompasses archival activities both within and beyond the European Union, promoting cooperation across borders and institutional frameworks.
General Assemblies are held virtually to enable the broadest participation from members, and in person during the ICA Congresses. These meetings provide an essential forum for exchange, decision-making, and strategic planning.
EURBICA Executive Committee
The branch is governed by an Executive Committee, which plays a vital role in guiding its strategic direction and supporting members through the following activities:
- Ensuring effective and agile communication with the membership, maintaining the Constitution, and evaluating the creation of additional regulatory documents and professional guidelines.
- Promoting archival cooperation and professional exchange; organising and supporting events, initiatives, and conferences within the EURBICA framework.
- Strengthening collaboration among European public and private archival institutions, national and regional archival associations, and other ICA branches and international archival institutions.
Stay Connected
EURBICA maintains an active presence through its Facebook page and periodic newsletter (eurbica@ica.org), serving as a central hub for sharing events, news, and opportunities across the European archival community.
At its core, EURBICA is committed to professional solidarity and shared expertise. It strives to provide a safe, inclusive, and dynamic space for professional development, discussion, and growth.