The World Wide Web Consortium was created to lead the World Wide Web to its full potential by developing common protocols that promote its evolution and ensure its interoperability. http://www.w3.org/
For web designers and developers who are interested in web standards (HTML, XHTML, XML, CSS, XSLT etc.) and best practices (accessible sites using valid and semantically correct code). http://webstandardsgroup.org/
Resource for female (and male) web designers, developers and programmers, featuring tips and tutorials on a variety of web related subjects. Features several mailing lists including one for Java script. http://www.wise-women.org/
Promotes industry standards within the UK new media sector. Features free membership, a searchable directory, use of the UKWDA logo, a monthly newsletter, and dispute resolution service. http://www.ukwda.org/
Global nonprofit group open to companies actively engaged in the sale of interactive advertising and marketing. Membership features IAB events, research tools, industry news, and a newsletter. http://www.iab.net/
Web development promotion site offering independent web designers, programmers and scripters. Includes profiles of work, contact details, and articles. http://www.iwdp.co.uk/
Group advocating professionalism and Christian principles in web design work. Membership privileges include a free online course for improving your web site. http://gnwda.org/