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Join ASP
If you are thinking of joining, you'll have realised we're here to help each other with our learning, and to transform behaviours from unsustainable to sustainable ways of living.
ASP is a membership organisation; it is the sum total of its members' values, beliefs and actions. People join for different reasons and that diversity is important as it increases the impact, awareness and consciousness of the organisation and expands the human and social capital in the Association.
What ASP means for one of our members, Lucy Fleetwood
"When I first came to ASP I had the mindset that ASP was a 'thing' that did something for its members, but I've come to perceive it differently as I've taken part in it.
ASP seems to offer a doorway through which people can come in order to network for the purpose of changing the world systems and the way we operate within them, into sustainable models and behaviours. It seems to be doing this through collaborations, events, sharing of ideas and resources and reflecting.
If I'm honest I joined for my own reasons to network and find work opportunities. But this changed as I got excited about the amount of people doing such great things. One of the first people I talked to was Joshua of Betterworld Cameroon, I loved the fact that we were working away in different countries but with the same underlying aims and feel convinced that what we are doing will connect at some point, but only if the opportunities for collaboration and connections keep happening and this is what ASP seems to offer."
You can check out the commitment of memberships at Membership Agreement. There's a commitment of time to the organisation and to fellow members (see Membership Agreement).
So if you are considering joining us, reflect for a moment, not just on what you want to gain from your association with us, but also on what it is that you want to contribute to the development and direction of ASP (time? effort? creativity? advocacy? skills? funds? opportunities?...).
We offer you different ways of associating with us that reflect your circumstances.
The principles upon which this is based:
we want to stimulate action, engagement, communication, connection and contribution between/from each associate
only people can be associates, no corporate "membership". It's people who make decisions and choices and take actions.
we want to clearly identify differing levels of value for associates so you can choose the level of association that suits you
associates can move freely between levels (but we do not refund any fees)
pay-it-forward is a fundamental principle of the Association
Association Levels
Full Associate
Profile
Full Associates are individuals who see a strong affinity between their own beliefs and actions - in both their private and professional activities - and those of ASP. They are people who are PRACTITIONERS and who will contribute pro-actively to the activities, enrichment and development of ASP.
They see the need to create better futures based on sustainable practices and social justice and take actions to make this happen.
Full Associates can collaborate with other associates in their projects and activities.
They believe that they are defined by what they contribute to their community in creating human capital, social capital and creative capital.
While ensuring their own financial security they can also work on a not-JUST-for-profit basis.
They uphold the basic principle of ASP "active and reflective learning" and are willing to help others in their learning.
Benefits
contribute to the development of the Association
participation in ASP AGM's
discounted entrance fees to all ASP events and meetings
profile their sustainability ideas, initiatives, frameworks, projects etc. via ASP Learning Events
initiate projects with other ASP Associates under the ASP banner, subject to approval by the ASP Directors
participate in ASP "Coffee House" conference calls
personal and business profile in ASP Newsletter
use of ASP business administration systems
receive ASP Newsletter
membership of ASP Google Group community
use ASP logo on own business material (websites, business cards, letter-head)
ASP's expectations
actively participate in and/or organise ASP meetings, events, dialogues, debates
willing to promote ASP to own contacts where relevant
contribute up to 3 days/year free of charge to assist other ASP Associates or the ASP administration team.
"interview" up to 3 applicants per year
Fee
£100 annually
Community Member
Profile
Community Members have a strong affinity to ASP and its values but cannot take such an active role in ASP's activities. They are invited to take part in any ASP activity to help them connect with and contact other Associates and identify the fuller benefits of becoming an Associate.
Communication with the entire Association helps them to connect and communicate with a wide variety of like-minded people.
Benefits
participate in ASP "Coffee House" conference calls
invited to all ASP meetings, events
contribute to the ASP Newsletter
receive ASP Newsletter
membership of ASP Google Group community
ASP's expectations
actively participate in ASP meetings, events, dialogues, debates
willing to promote ASP to own contacts where relevant
Fee
No fee
International Associate
Profile
The same as full Associates but are located outside the UK and therefore may have less opportunity to actively participate in and benefit from many of the main ASP UK events.
Can organise "local" groups of ASP associates and local activities in ASP's name.
Benefits
contribute to the development of the Association
participation in ASP AGM's
discounted entrance fees to all ASP events and meetings
profile their sustainability ideas, initiatives, frameworks, projects etc. via ASP Learning Events
initiate projects with other ASP Associates under the ASP banner, subject to approval by the ASP Directors
participate in ASP "Coffee House" conference calls
personal and business profile in ASP Newsletter
use of ASP business administration systems
receive ASP Newsletter
membership of ASP Google Group community
use ASP logo on own business material (websites, business cards, letter-head)
ASP's expectations
subject to geographical constraints, actively participate in and/or organise ASP meetings, events, dialogues, debates
willing to promote ASP to own contacts where relevant
contribute 3 days/year free of charge to assist other ASP Associates or the ASP administration team.
"interview" up to 3 applicants per year, especially in their home country
provide news from other countries
Fee
£100 annually, modified to reflect the local financial situation
Application Process
Please fill in the application form below, and press the 'send' button when complete. An e-mail confirming receipt will be sent back to you, and an interview with a member will be organised within 10 days (the link at the bottom of this page explains what happens next).
