About the IAI

The IAI is the representative all-island organisation for professional archaeologists working in Ireland and Northern Ireland.

The aim of the IAI, through the representation of our members, is to advance and strengthen the profession of archaeology in Ireland. Our vision is that we will have a vibrant and sustainable archaeological profession that actively contributes to the protection of our archaeological resource, which in turn contributes to the social and economic wellbeing of the entire community. To achieve our aim and vision, we are committed to a range of long term measures, including:

  • The implementation of our 3-Year Plan 2021-2024
  • Promotion and development of the IAI Codes of Professional Conduct
  • Facilitating the Continuous Professional Development of our members
  • Active engagement with all the stakeholders involved in the management and protection of our archaeological resource
  • Increasing public awareness and understanding of our archaeological heritage

Board of Directors

  • Dr. David Stone (Editor IAI News) – [email protected]
  • Dr. Niamh McCullagh (Treasurer) – [email protected]
  • Deborah Buchanan (Student Representative)
  • Ed Lyne (Ordinary Member – JIA Convenor)
  • Dr. Susan Curran (Ordinary Member – RIA Representative)
  • Sally Siggins (Ordinary Member)
  • James Kyle (Ordinary Member)

Download IAI Statutes

IAI Rules and Guidelines Memorandum & Articles of Association Standing Orders for Meetings

IAI Five-Year Strategic Plan
2024-2029

View our Five-Year Strategic Plan

Over the last year we have worked closely with our membership and Mantra Strategy to develop a new Strategic Plan to guide the IAI over the coming years. This new Strategic Plan 2024-2029 is the result of a series of surveys, interviews and workshops with our membership and stakeholders over the course of 2024 which helped us redefine our Institutes vision, mission and strategic priorities for the next five years.

View the previous Three-Year Strategic Plan

Event Sponsorship

The Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland (IAI) has set aside a modest annual fund, from its Membership subscriptions, to sponsor archaeological and heritage events. Recipients of IAI sponsorship must adhere to the Rules and Regulations as specified by IAI. Full details of selection criteria, regulations attached to an acceptance of an offer and submission details can be found by downloading the IAI Sponsorship Application Form

Download the 2022-23 Public Members Register