This Succession Planning Guide is designed for community archives and heritage groups wanting to future-proof their group membership, websites, and social media accounts.

Front cover of Succession Planning Guide, iCAN

The guide has been produced by the Irish Community Archive Network (iCAN).

Eventualities such as members retiring unexpectedly or stepping-back for personal reasons can impact on future sustainability. Most community archiving projects are run by volunteers and getting new people on board can be a constant challenge.

This guide provides a structured approach to forward-planning, which if carried out on an annual basis, will help to ensure that your group is maintained and continues to thrive.