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Become a Member

Join a supportive community of Environmental Educators

Become a member

You’re already doing the work, now join the community that does it with you.

Environmental education is more than a profession; it’s how we connect people with place, turn awareness into action, and inspire lasting change.

By becoming a member of the Australian Association for Environmental Education (AAEE), you join a national network of people who share your purpose.

This is your network. Your people. Your movement.

Why Join?

Find your people

Connect with environmental educators through local chapters and special interest groups.

Access practical resources

Use the AAEE Resource Library and access Learning Circles anytime.

Keep up with what matters

Receive monthly updates, news, and insights from across the sector.

Save on events

Enjoy free or discounted registration to professional learning and conferences.

Unlock opportunities

Apply for sEEd grants and national awards.

Shape the future

Access leading research and contribute to environmental education advocacy.

Join today

Our flexible membership pricing reflects the world we want to help create — one where people contribute what they can for what they truly value. Membership renews annually from your sign-up date.

Individual Membership
$60 - $240

Choose your rate. Select the membership rate that fits your current circumstances.

Organisation Membership
$180 - $320

Small Organisations = schools & small NGOs. Large Organisations = businesses, larger NGOs, government.

$60

For students, unwaged, or anyone needing a lower cost option
What this provides:
  • Member Directory
  • Resource Library
  • Free Learning Circles
  • Discounted Conference Tickets
  • Network and Chapter Membership

$90

For those on a reduced or part time income
What this provides:
  • Member Directory
  • Resource Library
  • Free Learning Circles
  • Discounted Conference Tickets
  • Network and Chapter Membership

$120

Covers the core cost of membership
What this provides:
  • Member Directory
  • Resource Library
  • Free Learning Circles
  • Discounted Conference Tickets
  • Network and Chapter Membership
  • Covers membership cost

$180

Contribute a little extra to support programs and growth
What this provides:
  • Member Directory
  • Resource Library
  • Free Learning Circles
  • Discounted Conference Tickets
  • Network and Chapter Membership
  • Covers membership cost
  • Supports growth

$240

Help strengthen and sustain the organisation long term
What this provides:
  • Member Directory
  • Resource Library
  • Free Learning Circles
  • Discounted Conference Tickets
  • Network and Chapter Membership
  • Covers membership cost
  • Supports growth
  • Supports ongoing viability

Small Organisation

$180
For schools or small NGOs. Includes benefits equivalent to 4 individual memberships.
What this provides:
  • 4 member accounts
  • Member Directory
  • Resource Library
  • Free Learning Circles
  • Discounted Conference Tickets
  • Network and Chapter Membership

Large Organisation

$320
For businesses, mid-to-large NGOs, or government. Includes benefits equivalent to 8 individual memberships.
What this provides:
  • 8 member accounts
  • Member Directory
  • Resource Library
  • Free Learning Circles
  • Discounted Conference Tickets
  • Network and Chapter Membership

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer a range of membership rates so you can select one that fits your current financial situation. All individual memberships receive the same benefits.

Membership options:

  • $60 - For students, unwaged, or anyone needing a lower-cost option
  • $90 - For those on a reduced or part-time income
  • $120 - Covers the core cost of membership
  • $180 - Contribute a little extra to support programs and growth
  • $240 - Help strengthen and sustain the organisation long-term
  • Small Organisation ($150) - For schools or small NGOs. Includes benefits equivalent to 4 individual memberships.
  • Large Organisation ($300) - For businesses, mid-to-large NGOs, or government. Includes benefits equivalent to 8 individual memberships.

No. All individual members receive the same access and opportunities. Higher rates simply provide additional support to our work.

Choose the rate that feels comfortable for you right now. You can always change your level when you renew.

Membership connects you to a national network of environmental educators, plus access and discounts to events, resources, and professional opportunities.

Your membership lasts 12 months and renews annually from the date you join. You’ll be sent renewal reminders prior to the renewal date, so you can change rates if necessary.

Individual: For one person Organisational: For teams (includes multiple member-equivalent benefits depending on organisation size)

Yes. You can update your membership level or cancel before your next renewal.

"As a member of AAEEWA I am empowered to take transformative, whole systems thinking action to facilitate sustainability at home, locally, nationally and internationally. AAEEWA brings me joy and hope for the future by being with like-minded, action-orientated, caring and understanding friends." Dr Elaine Lewis - AAEE WA
"The people, knowledge and research available to me continue to support my behaviour change work in natural disaster resilience today. For me, professional associations remain an essential part of my personal and professional validity." Sioux Campbell Life member, NZAEE and TNQ AAEE