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After a brief hiatus, the Western Archives Institute (WAI) will be returning in July 2026 as a fully online program hosted by the Society of California Archivists (SCA).</div>
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WAI is an intensive, two-week program that offers integrated instruction in basic archival practices. It is designed for individuals with diverse professional goals, including those whose roles require a foundational understanding of archival skills but who
have little or no prior archival training; those assuming increased responsibility for archival materials; practicing archivists without formal archival education; and individuals committed to pursuing a career in archives.</div>
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The Institute features a diverse curriculum of synchronous sessions that include:</div>
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Introduction to the archival profession and core concepts</div>
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Starting and managing an Archives program</div>
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Principles of archival collection arrangement and description</div>
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Best practices for digitization, digital preservation, and born-digital content management</div>
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Outreach and public relations</div>
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Reference and access</div>
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Ethical, social, and legal issues in administering archival collections</div>
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Working with communities</div>
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Fundraising for an Archives program</div>
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Registration fees for WAI are $950 for the two-week program (held July 20-31, 2026). Visit our
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learn more about WAI and to apply (Deadline for applications is April 10, 2026).</div>
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For additional information please contact Marcella Lees, WAI Administrator, and Eric Milenkiewicz, WAI Associate Administrator, at
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