

About IAA

Who We Are
The IACUC Administrators Association (IAA) is a national community supporting professionals who manage and oversee institutional animal care and use programs. For more than 25 years, the Association has advanced consistency, clarity, and best practices in IACUC administration through practical education and peer collaboration. As programming transitions to the IACUC Administrators Alliance, this mission and community-focused approach will continue to grow.
Grass Roots Origin
A Community Built by Administrators, the IACUC Administrators Association grew from a grassroots network of administrators who began meeting informally to share challenges and practical solutions. These peer-driven discussions fostered consistency, innovation, and confidence in animal care and use programs nationwide. Supported by hundreds of professionals, this collaborative spirit will continue through the IACUC Administrators Alliance as the community evolves to meet new challenges.


Impact and Community
Advancing IACUC Administration both Nationally and Internationally - IAA’s impact extends well beyond its meetings. Through sustained peer collaboration, the Association has helped shape common practices and best practices used by IACUC administrators nationwide. Knowledge developed through IAA activities also contributed to the publication of The IACUC Administrator’s Guide to Animal Program Management, including an international edition published in China - demonstrating the broader reach and influence of the community’s work.
Looking Ahead,
Preserving the Legacy
For more than 25 years, the IACUC Administrators Association has fostered a collaborative national community dedicated to strengthening animal care and use programs. Built on shared experience, trusted partnerships, and practical education, this legacy continues through the IACUC Administrators Alliance, supporting today’s administrators while preparing the next generation to assume a leadership role.

