International Administration Centre (IAC)
The International Administration Centre (IAC) is the official office of the International Police Association (IPA), maintained by the International Executive Board (IEB) and staffed by dedicated professionals. Located in Nottingham, United Kingdom, the IAC serves as the first point of contact for IPA members and the general public alike.
You can reach us at:
Email: iac@ieb-ipa.org
Under the leadership of Head of Administration Clive Wood, the IAC is managed daily by Office Manager Hana Bower and Admin & Digital Media Assistant Lisa Foreman.
Our Team
- Clive Wood, as Head of Administration and IEB member, oversees the office operations, document management, and archivist duties. The IPA archive, located at the Fox Road office in Nottingham, holds an extensive collection of historical documents dating back to the association’s founding. We are actively digitising these archives to make them accessible to all members and preserve our rich heritage.
- Hana Bower keeps the office running smoothly, providing essential support to the IEB and IPA sections worldwide. She manages staff, coordinates communications, collates key documents, oversees the IPA newsletter, and leads various management projects to maintain efficient operations.
- Lisa Foreman brings a wealth of expertise in artwork and digital media, producing first-class promotional materials such as leaflets and digital content. Lisa recently spearheaded a comprehensive rebranding project, updating all IPA materials with a fresh, easily identifiable design to strengthen our visual identity. She also plays a crucial role in managing the IPA website, including the development of the new site, ensuring that all digital information remains current and accessible.
Core Responsibilities
The main tasks of the IAC include:
- Assisting the International Executive Board in governance and operational duties
- Supporting all IPA National Sections with information and coordination
- Acting as the primary point of contact for IPA members and the general public
- Preparing and distributing documentation for IPA World Congresses and IEB Board meetings
- Compiling and circulating the IPA Newsletter
- Collating information and updates for the IPA Information Guide
- Maintaining the IPA website and archives, ensuring all digital information is current and accessible
- Managing artwork, branding, logo design, and producing content and artwork for social media and various IPA projects
- Streamlining administrative procedures to enhance efficiency for IPA sections worldwide