Advisory Groups Guiding the Future of IAM

InCommon’s advisory groups bring together leaders and implementers to shape strategy, advance trust frameworks, and guide architecture for the entire research and education community.

Secure collaboration across institutions requires more than technology—it requires governance shaped by those who use it. InCommon’s advisory groups provide a forum for practitioners, technologists, and community leaders to guide the direction of identity and access management. From building trust frameworks to charting long-term architecture, our advisory groups ensure that InCommon solutions remain secure, scalable, and aligned with community needs.

Community Expertise Driving Real-World Impact

Advisory groups are where strategic discussions meet practical outcomes. By convening diverse voices from across higher education and research, these groups ensure that InCommon’s services and policies address real-world needs. Together, they strengthen trust, improve architecture, and enable innovation across institutional boundaries.

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Advisory Groups

PAG

Trust and Identity Program Advisory Group (PAG)

The Trust and Identity PAG advises Internet2 and InCommon leadership on priorities for identity and access management services. Members ensure the community’s voice drives decisions on investments, strategy, and policy.

Key Focus Areas:

Strategic priorities for trust and identity services
Investment recommendations for IAM initiatives
Ensuring community needs drive direction

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CACTI

Community Architecture Committee for Trust and Identity (CACTI)

CACTI provides strategic guidance on the architecture and long-term roadmap for trust and identity services. Bringing together global experts, CACTI ensures InCommon solutions are future-ready, interoperable, and aligned with community priorities.

Key Focus Areas:

Architecture strategy and technical roadmap
Cross-sector collaboration and standards development
International alignment and partnerships

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Influence the future of IAM services and strategy

Ensure your institution’s needs are represented

Collaborate with peers across higher education and research

Build leadership skills and professional connections

Contribute to standards that shape global collaboration

Get Involved in Advisory Leadership

Advisory groups thrive on diverse perspectives. Here’s how to participate:

Review group charters and recent work.
Connect with current members to learn more.
Watch for nomination periods each fall.
Submit a nomination—self-nominations welcome.

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Shape the Future of IAM With Us

InCommon advisory groups represent the best of collaborative leadership. Join us to make your voice part of the future of identity and access management.

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