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DURHAM, N.C., January 16, 2026 – The Association is announcing an important update regarding the format of all committee meetings. After extensive review and thoughtful discussion, the Board has voted to transition all committee meetings from in‑person gatherings to a fully remote format. This change reflects our commitment to accessibility, efficiency, and broader participation across the organization, ensuring that every member has a fair opportunity to engage in committee work.

Members shared valuable feedback about challenges with the previous structure. Members were unable to attend all the meetings they were interested in because some met at the same time, creating unavoidable scheduling conflicts. By moving to a remote format, we can offer more flexible scheduling options and reduce the burden of travel, ultimately supporting greater member participation.

We believe this shift will strengthen collaboration, enrich discussions, and foster a more inclusive and globally connected association.

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ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥committee meetings are working meetings. They are also an opportunity to meet people from across industry and around the world. Whether the discussion focuses on defining sustainability or choosing the location for an upcoming conference, there is always something new to learn and room to share.

Committee Leadership

ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥invites new leaders to get involved in our process of creating and innovating new and existing standards. The leadership call is for Chairs and Secretaries alike, and we would love to communicate with anyone interested!

If interested, or to share nominations, please email standardsmatter@aatcc.org. Please understand that nominations do not guarantee an individual will be placed into a position, but it is a starting point for us to seek eligible and available volunteers.

Chair opportunities available:

• RA33 Colorfastness to Atmospheric Contaminant Test Methods Committee
• RA42 Dimensional Change Test Methods
• RA88 Home Laundering Technology
• RA61 Appearance Retention Test Methods Committee
• RA106 UV Protective Textiles Test Methods
• RA111 Electronically Integrated Textiles

Chair Duties

• Support Bi-Annual Research Committee meeting’s Planning Process
• Run Bi-Annual Research Committee meetings
• Ensure the Work of Committee gets completed in a timely manner
• Remind committee members to vote on every ballot.
• Review the standards requiring revision/reaffirmation that are due in the current and next year.
• Ensure continuity of Committee Leaderships

Secretary Duties

• Take notes during the meetings
• Complete the TCR Report and Minutes and submit to the Chair for approval and distribution by all required timelines
• Assist the Chair in tracking committee projects
• With prior agreement, the secretary may run the meeting if the Chair is unable to attend.

AATCC connects the global textile community to empower an innovative, informed, and sustainable future. Headquartered in the Research Triangle Park of North Carolina, ÐãÉ«Ö±²¥has provided standards development, testing materials, educational resources, and professional networking to the global textile industry for more than a century.

Technical Director: Erika Simmons; Technical Director; simmonse@aatcc.org

Technical Contact: Nathaniel Williams; Technical Associate; williamsn@aatcc.org

Media Contact: marketing@aatcc.org

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