During the 27th ICOM General Conference, to be held in November 2025, ICOM will have a crucial moment in its democratic and institutional life: the election of the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson of the ICOM Advisory Council, as well as of the Spokespersons of the National and International Committees for the period 2025-2028. The results of the election will be announced during the General Conference.
The Advisory Council is the advisory organ of ICOM. It advises the Executive Board and the General Assembly, in the form of recommendations on matters concerning the policies, programmes, procedures and finances of ICOM, and may propose amendments to the Statutes. In addition, it advises on matters and activities in the general interest of ICOM, at the request of the Executive Board. It shall consist of Chairpersons (or their appointed representatives) of National and International Committees, Regional Alliances, and Affiliated Organisations. The membership will elect the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Spokespersons for National and International Committees for a three-year term of office.
For more information on the role of the Advisory Council in ICOM’s decision-making process, please refer to this infographic.
The Chairperson
The Chairperson shall prepare, convene and chair the meetings of the Advisory Council and serve as an ex officio Ordinary Member of the Executive Board.
The Vice-Chairperson
The Vice-Chairperson shall carry out the functions and tasks assigned to him/her by the Chairperson. He/She shall ensure the proper organisation and functioning of the Advisory Council, provide any assistance required by the latter and, in the absence of the Chairperson, convene and chair meetings.
The Spokesperson of the National Committees
The Spokesperson of the National Committees shall serve as the main point of contact between the Chairperson of the Advisory Council and the Chairs of the National Committees.
The Spokesperson of the International Committees
The Spokesperson of the International Committees shall serve as the main point of contact between the Chairperson of the Advisory Council and the Chairs of the International Committees.
Both Spokespersons communicate with each other on matters of shared interests.
The call for applications opened on 28 February 2025 and will close on 28 June 2025.
The list of candidates, along with their presentation, will be published on AGORA by 31 July 2025.
Why apply? Getting involved in ICOM’s governance is a unique opportunity to make a real impact. The Advisory Council plays a crucial role by providing valuable advice on ICOM’s operations and policies, benefiting both the organisation and the wider museum community.
If you’re a dynamic and passionate candidate eager to make a difference, don’t miss the chance to submit your candidacy for the ICOM Advisory Council—as Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, or as a Spokesperson for National or International Committees!
You have one month left to apply – seize this opportunity now!
For more information, please carefully review the Elections Procedure Rules, which outline the eligibility criteria, and regularly check your ICOM Member Space to stay updated on the election process.