ALIA and OiLs can participate in jointly funded programs and cooperate in the delivery of services to their members. OiL status will be negotiated on an individual basis according to clearly stated criteria. The model retains some of the best features of the current structure, offers increased flexibility for ALIA Inc and for member participation. The geographically-based regional groups offer broad representation of member interests and the ability to work across functions and industry. Opportunities to provide feedback and communication are available.
Functional groups exist.
The work for national committees may be better directed to providing policy input into NPC and Board of Directors and linking members to the wider fraternity. Expertise and expert groups are recognised. The structure allows increased participation to provide policy input. It is envisaged that there would be transparent criteria for the formation and disbanding of groups, offering members a better understanding of issues, and increases the ability for individual and institutional members to contribute and learn from professional national and international members. For some members it would not be a significant change.