Professional Organization
A Professional Organization is a not-for-profit organization that aims to support the Professional within a Profession.
- AKA: Professional Association.
- Context:
- It can provide a network for professionals to connect, share knowledge, and advance their field.
- It can offer continuing education, certifications, and professional development opportunities.
- It can set ethical standards and best practices within the profession.
- It can advocate for the profession's interests at various governmental and institutional levels.
- It can publish journals and host conferences to disseminate the latest research and developments.
- It can play a crucial role in licensing, accreditation, and regulating the practice standards of the profession.
- It can (often) serves as a central point for the collective voice of the profession, influencing policy and public opinion.
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- Example(s):
- a European Association for Terminology, which focuses on the field of terminology in Europe.
- a Bar Association, such as the American Bar Association, which serves legal professionals across the United States.
- a American Medical Association, which supports medical professionals and works to advance the art and science of medicine.
- a Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), which promotes technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity.
- a Government Finance Officers Association, supporting professionals involved in governmental financial management.
- a American Health Law Association (AHLA), focusing on legal issues in the healthcare sector.
- a Digital Medicine Society (DiMe), which works to advance digital medicine practices and standards.
- a International Reading Association, dedicated to promoting literacy and high-quality education globally.
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- Counter-Example(s):
- a Learned Society, which is typically more focused on advancing a specific academic discipline through research and scholarship rather than professional practice.
- a Trade Union, which primarily aims to protect and advance the rights and wages of its members rather than focusing on professional standards or education.
- a Commercial Enterprise, which operates for profit and does not primarily aim to support the professional development of its members.
- a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), which might focus on broader social issues rather than specific professional interests.
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- See: Profession Conference, Profession Journal, Continuing Professional Development, Professional Certification, Professional Ethics.