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IFWEA Affiliate Membership Information

Applications for membership are welcomed from any organisation with an interest in workers’ education, provided it meets criteria and accepts the principles established in the IFWEA memorandum and articles of association  and pays affiliation fees as agreed at General Conference  of 2011. Membership allows full rights as outlined in the IFWEA Memorandum of Incorporation (Constitution). All applications must be accompanied by a copy of the organisation’s constitution and a recent report of activities. Membership is subject to approval by the Executive Committee.

Associate Membership is also available for those who wish to formally express their support for the work of the Federation. Associate membership is open to any individual or organisation which supports the aims and objectives of IFWEA, and would like to participate in an IFWEA programme activity. Applications are granted upon payment of a fee, and subject to approval from the Executive Committee. Associate members are entitled to receive all IFWEA publications and reports of activities and attend IFWEA events, subject to the agreement of the Chair or presiding representative. They are not entitled to vote, to represent IFWEA, or be nominated for election to IFWEA representative bodies.

IFWEA Affiliation Fees

Affiliation fees are paid on an annual basis according to four categories of membership, at rates determined by the General Conference.

US Dollars

Category 1      $ 4,299
Category 2      $ 2,577
Category 3      $ 1,290
Category 4      $ 431
Associate Membership   $ 100

Appropriate categories for each affiliate are determined by the EC when considering applications for membership.

Click here to download the IFWEA Affiliate Membership Application