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Alliance of Information and Referral Systems International professional society for groups involved in community information and referral. Extensive online library, organizational information, application forms for accreditation and certification. http://www.airs.org/

American Association of Fundraising Counsel Supports its members to meet the highest ethical standards in the nonprofit fund raising market. http://www.aafrc.org

American Society of Association Executives Professional membership association for association staff. http://www.asaecenter.org/

Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges Supports the boards of directors for universities and colleges. Information about bookstore and conferences and training events. http://www.agb.org/

Cincinnati Society of Association Executives Professional membership association for staff of associations located in and around Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. News, events, membership information. http://www.csaeonline.org/

Community Foundations of Canada Membership organization for Canada's network of community foundations. http://www.cfc-fcc.ca/

Executive Update Online Published monthly by the Greater Washington Society of Association Executives. Information about career development, time management, and related issues. http://www.gwsae.org/ExecutiveUpdate/

Greater Washington Society of Association Executives Professional membership association for nonprofit staff. Primarily active in the Washington DC area. http://www.asaecenter.org/AboutUs/GWNetwork.cfm?navItemNumber=15937

Montreal International Forum (MIF) A global alliance of organizations, supporting the involvement of nongovernmental organizations and civil society in multilateral negotiations. Organizational information, news, details of the MIF's annual and biennial conferences. http://www.fimcivilsociety.org/

National Council of Nonprofit Associations NCNA is a network of 41 state and regional associations with a collective membership of more than 20,000 community nonprofits. http://www.ncna.org/

Nonprofit Communications Network Brings together professionals and individuals to strengthen their non-profit communication, promotion, and marketing efforts. Information about association membership and programs. http://www.ncn-online.org/

Not For Profit Benchmarking Association Provides NPO management professionals a forum in which to compare operating performance and identify the best business practices. http://nfpbenchmarking.com/

Philanthropy Australia National membership advocacy organization. Research, training and publications, as well as information for grantors and those seeking funding. http://www.philanthropy.org.au/

Professional Convention Management Association PCMA serves the association community by enhancing the effectiveness of meetings, conventions, and exhibitions through member and industry education and to promote the value of the meetings industry to the general public. http://www.pcma.org/

Society for Nonprofit Organizations Management support organization that provides information and resources to the nonprofit sector. Includes magazine, funding e-newsletter, educational programs, and career opportunities. http://www.snpo.org/

Reconceiving Associations for the 21st Century An article that proposes that associations should focus on the development of social capital to remain a relevant part of society. (January 1, 2000) http://www.gwsae.org/ExecutiveUpdate/2000/January/21st.htm