AIATSIS membership

Our membership network is a unique part of our organisation's structure.

As an AIATSIS member, you can be a part of a network involved in all aspects of Indigenous Australian knowledge and culture. Whether you are interested in research, archiving or finding out more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples, becoming a member is a great way to contribute your expertise to help AIATSIS’ future and be a part of a community committed to preserving, strengthening and sharing Indigenous knowledge.

Members play an important part in shaping the AIATSIS Council. As a member you are able to nominate for election to Council as well as vote in the Council election. Membership appointments are for a five year period, after which reappointment is considered automatically unless you resign in writing.

Benefits of AIATSIS membership

• Recognition from the Australian Research Council (ARC) as a Measure of Esteem under the Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) framework. AIATSIS Membership therefore has equivalent prestige to membership of Australia’s Learned Academies;
• Eligibility to stand for election to the AIATSIS Council and vote in AIATSIS Council Elections;
• Receipt of a 25% discount on a range of AIATSIS publications from Aboriginal Studies Press and registration to the AIATSIS Summit;
• Regular communication from AIATSIS including e-newsletters and invitations to upcoming events and public programs; and
• Use of the AIATSIS post nominal in recognition of your membership to this Institution.

Becoming a member

To become a member, applicants must submit a membership application form. The AIATSIS Council assess and appoint members who must meet at least one of the below criteria and can demonstrate their interest in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage.

Successful applicants are granted membership for a period of five years. After which, you will be contacted by the membership officer about the process for reappointment as a member of AIATSIS.

Criteria for membership

Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria to be considered for membership:

Significant involvement (five or more years) in one or more of the following:

1. Participation or employment in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community or cultural organisation;
2. Involvement in research, teaching or study related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ culture and heritage; or
3. Participation, including employment, in activities related to the collection, management, preservation and custodianship of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ culture and heritage.

How to apply for membership

To apply for membership, please complete the membership application form using the link below:

Update Contact Information

To update your membership contact information, please complete the membership contact update form using the link below:

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