The Association of Independent Publishers (AIP) is a national organisation for advancing the interests of the local grassroots independent print media sector in South Africa. The association comprises mostly small newspapers, but it also represents newsletters, magazines and online publications, all of which are owned by local communities. Established in 2004, AIP represents the largest group of South Africa’s small independent publications. It is a projects-driven association, but also focuses on research, policy issues and the setting of industry standards for the grassroots print media sector.