The SMG was created at the behest of the Vice-President Groups and Branches when it was felt by the IOA that retired members, and those approaching retirement, were being neglected and where a resource of experience that could be utilised by the IOA.

It is an opportunity for experienced members to get together from time to time formally and semi formally to discuss issues arising from the IOA and to listen to speakers covering all aspects of acoustic science. At the same time there is an opportunity for members to meet sociably and to network.

One of the objectives/aims of the group is to communicate with those members of the IOA who have retired and are living overseas.

It is recognised that Senior Members live all over the country and that travel is not only expensive but can present challenges to attend meetings. Consequently all communications between the committee and Senior Members is by email.

Senior members are available to help the CPD Committee and with the Early Careers Group.