Networks

CIfA Networks offer an opportunity for those working in distinct areas within the profession, or those with common circumstances or perspectives, to participate in discussions and networking.

They also send news and updates and are for CIfA members only. Please click the images below to find out more.

Not a CIfA member?
You can join as an Affiliate or accredited member, if appropriate - this will give you access to the network but also all the other Groups and networks and other member benefits.

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Interested in starting a Network?
If you are a CIfA member and interested in setting up a new network please contact groups@archaeologists.net for more information.

Geoarchaeology and Palaeoenvironment Network

Set up in 2025, the Geoarchaeology and Palaeoenvironment Network is open to all CIfA members and aims to bring together specialists across all career stages, united by a shared commitment to good practice in geoarchaeology and palaeoenvironmental research.

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Local Government Network

The Local Government Network is for any CIfA members working in local government, national park authorities, or local authority museums at all career stages. This will include planning advisors, service managers, HER officers, museum curators, fieldwork staff, and more.

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Neurodiversity Network

This is an informal network hosted by CIfA for archaeologists who want to understand more about or share experiences of neurodiversity in archaeology. Our aim is to raise awareness of neurodiversity in archaeology and explore ways the sector can better support colleagues.

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