{"id":1781,"date":"2025-03-21T15:11:03","date_gmt":"2025-03-21T19:11:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aptrust.org\/?page_id=1781"},"modified":"2026-04-17T15:13:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T19:13:28","slug":"aptrust-groups","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aptrust.org\/resources\/aptrust-groups\/","title":{"rendered":"Groups"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>APTrust groups connect members through focused collaboration, shared expertise, and collective innovation in digital preservation. Whether you&#8217;re new to digital preservation or deeply experienced, participating in APTrust Groups strengthens our collective knowledge and ensures the ongoing development of community-driven solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/aptrust.org\/resources\/interest-groups\/\">Interest Groups<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Interest Groups bring APTrust members together around specific digital preservation topics, technologies, or emerging trends. These groups offer informal settings for discussion, peer exchange, and exploration of ideas, helping members stay informed about developments and discover opportunities for collaboration. Engage with peers to explore new practices, discuss shared challenges, and contribute to the evolving digital preservation landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/aptrust.org\/resources\/interest-groups\/workflows-interest-group\/\">Workflows Interest Group<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/aptrust.org\/resources\/user-groups\/\">User Groups<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>User Groups support APTrust members actively working with APTrust\u2019s digital preservation services and software. They serve as forums for members to exchange practical knowledge, troubleshoot common issues, and discuss improvements directly related to APTrust systems. These groups provide valuable feedback that shapes ongoing development and enhances the user experience for all members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/aptrust.org\/resources\/user-groups\/dart-user-group\/\">DART User Group<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/aptrust.org\/resources\/working-groups\/\">Working Groups<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Working Groups are focused, task-oriented groups established to address specific challenges or objectives within the APTrust community. These groups collaboratively create resources, develop policies, propose standards, and deliver practical outcomes benefiting all APTrust members. Participation in Working Groups enables members to directly contribute to shaping the direction and sustainability of APTrust\u2019s digital preservation services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/aptrust.org\/resources\/working-groups\/certification-group\/\">Certification Working Group<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/aptrust.org\/resources\/working-groups\/communications-working-group\/\">Communications and Outreach Working Group<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join an APTrust Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>APTrust groups rely on active member participation and thrive on diverse perspectives and collective insight. 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