Kathryn Dan, Chair of Blue Shield Australia 2021-2023 and University Archivist at the Australian National University, has extensive experience in archives, records and libraries. She previously held senior information management roles at the University of Melbourne, National Archives of Australia, National Library of Australia and Monash University. Professionally active, she has served on committees and in leadership roles of the Australian Society of Archivists, the International Council of Archives, PARBICA, and Standards Australia. Blue Shield is an international network committed to protecting cultural and natural heritage in crisis and Kathryn has served on Blue Shield Australia committees representing the ASA and PARBICA.