The International Institute of Social and Societal Audit
Founded in 1982, the Institut International de l’Audit Social et Sociétal (IAS) is an international association that brings together researchers, academics, practitioners and students around the issues of social audit, corporate social responsibility (CSR), the social responsibility of organisations and sustainable development.
Our purpose and values
The mission of the IAS is to promote and develop social and societal audit as a tool for steering organisations and for responsible governance. Our approach is part of an integrative vision that links the economic, social and environmental dimensions of organisational performance.
Our areas of work
- Promoting social and societal audit
- Research on CSR and responsible governance
- Professional training and certification (CIPAS, CICCAS)
- Running an international network of practitioners and researchers
- Organising the Spring University and other scientific events
Past presidents
The IAS has been chaired by eminent figures from the academic and professional worlds, including Professor Raymond Vatier, founder of the association, and Professor Jean-Marie Peretti.
IAS Jeunes
IAS Jeunes, the Institute’s young members’ section, welcomes master’s and doctoral students who wish to take part in research and practice in social and societal audit. It organises workshops, dissertation competitions and meetings with professionals.
Our partners
The IAS works with many academic and professional institutions: AGRH, FNEGE, French-speaking universities, consulting firms and international organisations committed to CSR and sustainable development.