Arhivsko društvo Slovenije
Zvezdarska 1, SI-1127 Ljubljana
Phone386 (0) 1 241 4200
Mirjana Kontestabile Rovis, President
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| + | [[Archival Association of Slovenia (AAS)]] is a professional association of archivists and others, interested in archival science. In the fifty years of working the number of members has grown from around dozen to more than 230 archivists, working in the archives in Ljubljana, Maribor, Ptuj, Celje, Koper, and Nova Gorica, in two Archiepiscopal archives – in Ljubljana and Maribor, and some members being employed in libraries and museums. In 2002 AAS launched the [[Aškerc Award]] for outstanding achievements in archival science. | ||
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| − | To date AAS has organised around 40 archival conventions and has issued a collection of scientific papers. | + | == History == |
| + | Archival activity in the Slovenia is of course significantly older than half a century, which is reflected in the fact that for special merit [[Aškerc Award]] are granted. The society was founded in 1954 to contribute to more order and professionalism. In order to draw attention to the importance of their profession, the society has concluded to commemorate those who had made high contributions to the profession. Thus Jože Mlinarič, Marija Oblak - Čarni, Peter Ribnikar, Milica Trebše - Štolfa, and Jože Žontar became honorary members of the [[Archival Association of Slovenia (AAS)]]. | ||
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| + | == Programme / Mission == | ||
| + | The primary tasks of AAS are the professional training of staff members, co-operation with similar associations at home and abroad and the organisation of professional seminars. AAS fosters the development of archival science and promotes the use of archival material for the needs of historiography and other sciences. Mission of the society is to encourage and promote archival activities and science, especially in the professional scientific research, sharing experiences and professional development in a broader sense; to unite people interested in archival activities; to develop the protection and the awareness of the significance of archival and documentary material; and to encourage and promote the use of archival material for scientific and other purposes. | ||
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| + | To date AAS has organised around 40 archival conventions and has issued a collection of scientific papers. | ||
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| + | == International Cooperation == | ||
| + | AAS is a Category B member of the [[International Council on Archives (ICA)]] and regularly takes part in its congresses, as well as in conventions organised by the archival associations of neighbouring countries. | ||
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| + | == Education == | ||
| + | Every year AAS prepares at least two one-day professional meetings, but every two years a tree-day professional meeting. It organizes professional excursions, seminars, lectures to draw attention to the temporary problems. | ||
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| + | == Publishing / Publications == | ||
| + | The most important serial publications are [[Archives Journal]] ("Arhivi"), published since 1978, and ''Sources'' ("Viri"), published since 1980, both in co-publishing with the [[Archives of the Republic of Slovenia (ARS)]]. The collection ''Sources'' contains historical documents with commentaries and various historical themes. Since 1980 a total of 24 issues has been published. | ||
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| + | AAS has also issued Bulletins of meetings and several publications and textbooks, aimed at the general public. All publications of the association are sent to foreign archival institutions and associations. | ||
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| + | == See also == | ||
| + | [[Archives of the Republic of Slovenia (ARS)]] | ||
| + | [[Aškerc Award]] | ||
| + | [[International Council on Archives (ICA)]] | ||
| − | + | == External links == | |
| + | [http://www.arhivsko-drustvo.si Archival Association webpage] | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
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* Awards | * Awards | ||
** [[Aškerc Award]] | ** [[Aškerc Award]] | ||
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Archival Association of Slovenia (AAS) is a professional association of archivists and others, interested in archival science. In the fifty years of working the number of members has grown from around dozen to more than 230 archivists, working in the archives in Ljubljana, Maribor, Ptuj, Celje, Koper, and Nova Gorica, in two Archiepiscopal archives – in Ljubljana and Maribor, and some members being employed in libraries and museums. In 2002 AAS launched the Aškerc Award for outstanding achievements in archival science.
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History
Archival activity in the Slovenia is of course significantly older than half a century, which is reflected in the fact that for special merit Aškerc Award are granted. The society was founded in 1954 to contribute to more order and professionalism. In order to draw attention to the importance of their profession, the society has concluded to commemorate those who had made high contributions to the profession. Thus Jože Mlinarič, Marija Oblak - Čarni, Peter Ribnikar, Milica Trebše - Štolfa, and Jože Žontar became honorary members of the Archival Association of Slovenia (AAS).
Programme / Mission
The primary tasks of AAS are the professional training of staff members, co-operation with similar associations at home and abroad and the organisation of professional seminars. AAS fosters the development of archival science and promotes the use of archival material for the needs of historiography and other sciences. Mission of the society is to encourage and promote archival activities and science, especially in the professional scientific research, sharing experiences and professional development in a broader sense; to unite people interested in archival activities; to develop the protection and the awareness of the significance of archival and documentary material; and to encourage and promote the use of archival material for scientific and other purposes.
To date AAS has organised around 40 archival conventions and has issued a collection of scientific papers.
International Cooperation
AAS is a Category B member of the International Council on Archives (ICA) and regularly takes part in its congresses, as well as in conventions organised by the archival associations of neighbouring countries.
Education
Every year AAS prepares at least two one-day professional meetings, but every two years a tree-day professional meeting. It organizes professional excursions, seminars, lectures to draw attention to the temporary problems.
Publishing / Publications
The most important serial publications are Archives Journal ("Arhivi"), published since 1978, and Sources ("Viri"), published since 1980, both in co-publishing with the Archives of the Republic of Slovenia (ARS). The collection Sources contains historical documents with commentaries and various historical themes. Since 1980 a total of 24 issues has been published.
AAS has also issued Bulletins of meetings and several publications and textbooks, aimed at the general public. All publications of the association are sent to foreign archival institutions and associations.
See also
Archives of the Republic of Slovenia (ARS) Aškerc Award International Council on Archives (ICA)
External links
See also
- Awards
- Magazines
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