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West Australian Institute Of Architects
The West Australian Institute of Architects was a professional society for architects in Western Australia. History The Institute was originally known as the Institute of West Australian Architects. George Temple-Poole was president in 1896. Edwin Summerhayes was a founding member. The Institute subsequently became a state chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects. Publication ''The Architect'' was a quarterly publication between 1939 and 2007. See also *Architecture of Australia Architecture of Australia has generally been consistent with architectural trends in the wider Western world, with some special adaptations to compensate for distinctive Australian Climate of Australia, climatic and Culture of Australia, cultural ... External links WA Chapter of Australian Institute of Architects References {{reflist Architecture organisations based in Australia Professional associations based in Australia Architecture-related professional associations Orga ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Professional Society
A professional association (also called a professional body, professional organization, or professional society) usually seeks to further a particular profession, the interests of individuals and organisations engaged in that profession, and the public interest. In the United States, such an association is typically a nonprofit business league for tax purposes. Roles The roles of professional associations have been variously defined: "A group, of people in a learned occupation who are entrusted with maintaining control or oversight of the legitimate practice of the occupation;" also a body acting "to safeguard the public interest;" organizations which "represent the interest of the professional practitioners," and so "act to maintain their own privileged and powerful position as a controlling body." Professional associations are ill defined although often have commonality in purpose and activities. In the UK, the Science Council defines a professional body as "an organisation wi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
