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The Association of Freelance Editors, Proofreaders and Indexers of Ireland (AFEPI Ireland) is a professional organisation for publishing and editorial freelancers in Ireland. It fosters high standards in editing, proofreading and indexing, protects the interests of its members, and helps to match authors, indie writers, publishers, businesses, public bodies and charitable organisations with suitable editorial freelancers.

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