About the International Webmasters Association -- Leading Education and Certification Body for Web Professionals

About IWA

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IWA Code of Ethics
IWA Standards of Professional Practices
IWA Executive Web Advisory Board
Pro-Ethics Pledge
IWA Chapters
Privacy Policy

IWA Official Mission Statement

Provide and foster professional advancement opportunities among individuals dedicated to or pursuing a Web career, and to work diligently to enhance their effectiveness, image, and professionalism as they attract and serve their clients and employers.

Pioneering the Web Profession...

IWA, a professional trade association, is the industry's recognized leader in providing educational and certification standards for Web professionals. IWA's initiatives now support more than 100 official chapters representing over 22,000 individual members in 106 countries. IWA's accomplishments include the industry's first guidelines for ethical and professional standards, Web certification and education programs, specialized employment resources, and technical assistance to individuals and businesses.

IWA Goals and Objectives:

Maintain Association's status as the leading organization for Web professionals.

Provide superior educational programs to include Certified Web Professional programs.

Support a global network of official IWA chapters.

Promote IWA's member database to the international business community as "The Web Resource for Businesses".

Provide our members with professional networking opportunities at the chapter, regional and international levels.

Provide members with name affiliation recognized by employers and clients worldwide.

Maintain universal standards on ethical and professional practices for all Web professionals.

IWA Philosophy:
The International Webmasters Association is an individual membership association organized solely for the benefit of its members. Members shall be dedicated to self-development, sharing ideas, and developing professional contacts. IWA members, in their professional conduct, shall be guided by IWA's Standards of Professional Practices and a Code of Ethics to provide superior service to their employers and clients. Professional Development shall be the cornerstone of the IWA.

IWA Membership Benefits (Individuals):
IWA provides several member services and benefits including:

Listing of professional member profile in international member database.

Employment opportunities through IWA's job resources.

Professional development and certification programs.

Enhanced public perception of the individual member as well as the company with which he or she is associated.

Opportunity for a wide range of professional contacts.

Leadership roles at the chapter, regional and international levels are opportunities for personal and professional growth.

A Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Practice.

Affiliation with the World's first organization for Webmasters.

IWA Membership Includes:
Webmasters, Web site developers, graphic designers, programmers, multimedia specialists, system administrators, educators, eCommerce Specialists, Intranet/Extranet specialists, and others who participate in the development, monitoring and management of Web sites.

Who May Join IWA:
Any individual who will contribute to the development, integrity, and the advancement of the Web profession and the objectives of the IWA.

Read how to Join the IWA.



	About IWA
Join IWA IWA Code of Ethics IWA Standards of Professional Practices IWA Executive Web Advisory Board Pro-Ethics Pledge IWA Chapters Privacy Policy	IWA Official Mission Statement Provide and foster professional advancement opportunities among individuals dedicated to or pursuing a Web career, and to work diligently to enhance their effectiveness, image, and professionalism as they attract and serve their clients and employers. Pioneering the Web Profession... IWA, a professional trade association, is the industry's recognized leader in providing educational and certification standards for Web professionals. IWA's initiatives now support more than 100 official chapters representing over 22,000 individual members in 106 countries. IWA's accomplishments include the industry's first guidelines for ethical and professional standards, Web certification and education programs, specialized employment resources, and technical assistance to individuals and businesses. IWA Goals and Objectives: Maintain Association's status as the leading organization for Web professionals. Provide superior educational programs to include Certified Web Professional programs. Support a global network of official IWA chapters. Promote IWA's member database to the international business community as "The Web Resource for Businesses". Provide our members with professional networking opportunities at the chapter, regional and international levels. Provide members with name affiliation recognized by employers and clients worldwide. Maintain universal standards on ethical and professional practices for all Web professionals. IWA Philosophy: The International Webmasters Association is an individual membership association organized solely for the benefit of its members. Members shall be dedicated to self-development, sharing ideas, and developing professional contacts. IWA members, in their professional conduct, shall be guided by IWA's Standards of Professional Practices and a Code of Ethics to provide superior service to their employers and clients. Professional Development shall be the cornerstone of the IWA. IWA Membership Benefits (Individuals): IWA provides several member services and benefits including: Listing of professional member profile in international member database. Employment opportunities through IWA's job resources. Professional development and certification programs. Enhanced public perception of the individual member as well as the company with which he or she is associated. Opportunity for a wide range of professional contacts. Leadership roles at the chapter, regional and international levels are opportunities for personal and professional growth. A Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Practice. Affiliation with the World's first organization for Webmasters. IWA Membership Includes: Webmasters, Web site developers, graphic designers, programmers, multimedia specialists, system administrators, educators, eCommerce Specialists, Intranet/Extranet specialists, and others who participate in the development, monitoring and management of Web sites. Who May Join IWA: Any individual who will contribute to the development, integrity, and the advancement of the Web profession and the objectives of the IWA. Read how to Join the IWA.