ICA news

The ICA has published the full recording of the EURBICA–ICDH workshop on promoting European joint nominations to the UNESCO Memory of the World Programme. Bringing together leading international experts, the session explores key developments, case studies and practical approaches to collaborative nominations. The recording is now available on YouTube. Paris | 5 May 2026

Explore the #IAW2026 Content Hub – #ArchivesForJustice: Rights, Memory & Futures, a space showcasing how archives support justice, memory, and accountability worldwide. During International Archives Week (8–12 June 2026), discover publications, stories, and a special spotlight issue of Flash: The Archivist-Activist.

Paris | 30 April 2026

Paris | 28 April 2026

ICA invites its members to review and comment on the draft Policy on Taking a Public Stand, developed by a working group led by Trudy Peterson. Feedback will help ensure the policy reflects the perspectives of the global archival community. Paris I 27 April 2026

The International Council on Archives (ICA) invites applications for its 2026 Travel Grant for New Professionals, offering financial support to early-career archivists worldwide to attend key international and regional ICA events. This initiative aims to foster professional development, expand global networks, and enhance participation in the archival community by reducing financial barriers and creating opportunities for meaningful engagement across the sector. Paris I 27 April 2026

Discover the official International Archives Week 2026 webinars (#IAW2026), organised by the International Council on Archives (ICA) under the global theme #ArchivesForJustice: Rights, Memory & Futures. From 8 to 12 June 2026, leading archivists and experts will explore how archives support justice, human rights, accountability, and memory in times of crisis, transition, and change.