It is clear that members do want ALIA to move forward and to be a vibrant and relevant professional body. The Division Structure Subcommittee is proposing a move to a more organic but still familiar structure. It is a move away from any fixed hierarchical model to a format which allows members to find their own level of activity. It recognises that individual members throughout Australia are the ones responsible for the majority of ALIA activity and that they require the freedom and funding to act. Summary A discussion paper presented to ALIA General Council in October 1998.
Accreditation is a major tool in ensuring a quality service.
The health service industry has embraced accreditation for more than a decade and other service industries are following suit. It is stressed that there is no desire to 'end' this enthusiasm and commitment to putting on events, but to rather channel and harness the energies involved into what may be more productive use.