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| Formation | 1975 |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-profit organization |
| Purpose | Preservation of underwater cultural heritage, research, education, and advocacy in maritime archaeology |
Region served | Australia, Asia, Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean regions |
| Membership | Professional and avocational archaeologists, historians, divers, academics, and enthusiasts |
Official language | English |
| Website | www |
The Australasian Institute for Maritime Archaeology (AIMA) is a non-profit organization committed to the study, preservation, and public education of maritime archaeology across Australia, the Asia-Pacific, and the Indian Ocean region.
AIMA was established in 1975, emerging from the growing recognition of the significance of Australia's maritime heritage which includes shipwrecks, submerged landscapes[3], and other underwater cultural remains. The organization was founded to bridge the gap between academic research, public interest, and government policy concerning maritime archaeology.
Objectives
[edit]The institute's objectives are multifaceted: Promoting scientific research in maritime and underwater archaeology. Publishing and disseminating research to foster a broader understanding of maritime heritage. Offering guidance on legislative and ethical issues surrounding underwater cultural heritage. Advocating for the protection of maritime archaeological sites through education and public engagement.
Activities
[edit]Research and Exploration
[edit]Significant Projects: AIMA has been pivotal in the archaeological exploration of ships like the Dutch East India Company's Batavia[4], the British vessel HMS Sirius, and the French ship Zanoni[1]. These projects have not only added to academic knowledge but have also captured public imagination. Fieldwork: AIMA organizes and supports fieldwork, often in collaboration with universities, government bodies, and international partners, which includes both excavation and survey work.
Publications
[edit]Australasian Journal of Maritime Archaeology (AJMA): An annual peer-reviewed journal that presents original research in the field.
The AIMA Newsletter: A quarterly publication providing updates on AIMA activities, new finds, and scholarly discussions.
AIMA has frequently produced special publications on subjects from ratification of the UNESCO Convention in Australia, to regional shipwreck heritage assessments (for example in the Northern Territory[5]) and thematic studies on vessel types (such as steamships[4]) and wreck assemblages (such as Chinese shipwreck ceramics[6]).
Education and Training
[edit]Courses: AIMA endorses and conducts training through the Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS) program, offering various levels from introductory to advanced certifications in maritime archaeology. The general aim of the course is to introduce the methods and procedures used in maritime archaeology, as well as to generate awareness of shipwreck preservation in Australia. On completion of each of the courses, students are awarded an AIMA/NAS certificate which is internationally recognised. Conferences and Workshops: The annual AIMA conference serves as a platform for sharing new findings, techniques, and policy discussions.
Advocacy and Policy
[edit]AIMA plays a crucial role in advising on national and international policies, notably contributing to the development of Australia's Historic Shipwrecks Act 1976, the Underwater Cultural Heritage Act 2018 (Underwater Heritage Act) and supporting the adoption of the UNESCO Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage.
International Engagement
[edit]AIMA collaborates with international organizations and countries to promote and protect maritime heritage, including in Southeast Asia, China, and Pacific Island nations. AIMA members have been involved in training programmes in China, Thailand, Taiwan and Sri Lanka. Joint co-operative projects to assist and support existing or developing maritime archaeological programmes have been undertaken in Kenya, Oman, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, the Solomon Islands, Korea and Japan.
Governance
[edit]The governance of AIMA is managed by an elected council which oversees different committees focused on research, education, publications, and international outreach. AIMA is an incorporated body with a Constitution. All members must agree to abide by the Constitution and its accompanying Code of Ethics upon joining or renewing their membership. AIMA also has a Strategic Plan for 2022-2027.
Notable Contributions
[edit]Scholarship and Grants: AIMA awards scholarships for research, facilitating new generations of scholars in maritime archaeology. Funded projects are required to adhere to AIMA objectives and have a benefit/application to maritime archaeology. The award is open to all persons conducting maritime archaeological research within Australasia. Previously awarded grants can be viewed online. Public Outreach: Through media, lectures, and educational programs, AIMA has been instrumental in raising public awareness about maritime archaeological heritage.
Membership
[edit]Membership in AIMA is inclusive, welcoming professionals from related fields, students, and anyone with an interest in maritime archaeology. The organization benefits from this diversity to enhance its research, conservation, and advocacy efforts.
See Also
[edit]- Maritime archaeology
- Underwater archaeology
- UNESCO Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage
- Australian Heritage
References
[edit]- ^ a b Staniforth, Mark; Nash, Michael, eds. (2008). Maritime Archaeology: Australian Approaches. The Springer series in underwater archaeology (1. softcover print ed.). New York: Springer. ISBN 978-0-387-76985-1.
- ^ Green, Jeremy (2016). Maritime Archaeology: A Technical Handbook, Second Edition (2nd ed.). Florence: Taylor and Francis. ISBN 978-1-315-42488-0.
- ^ Benjamin, Jonathan (2011). Submerged Prehistory. Oxbow. ISBN 9781842174180.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: date and year (link) - ^ a b Van Duivenvoorde, Wendy (2015). Dutch East India Company shipbuilding: the archaeological study of Batavia and other seventeenth-century VOC ships. Ed Rachal Foundation nautical archaeology series (First ed.). College Station: Texas A&M University Press. ISBN 978-1-62349-179-6.
- ^ Steinberg, David (2008). Shipwreck salvage in the Northern Territory : the wreck of the Brisbane as a case study in site salvage and material culture reuse. AIMA. ISBN 9781876465032.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: date and year (link) - ^ Staniforth, Mark; Nash, Mike (1998). Chinese export porcelain from the wreck of the Sydney cove (1797). Special publication / Australian Institute for Maritime Archaeology. Adelaide: Australian Inst. for Maritime Archaeology. ISBN 978-1-875495-24-5.