Membership

To be a Fellow of the Society you will have successfully completed a PhD degree in anthropology from a recognised university, or will have engaged in substantial research, teaching, writing or other professional activities that are equivalent to a PhD degree in anthropology.

To apply you will need:

A copy of your current resume

Degree certificates or transcripts demonstrating the attainment of a PhD in anthropology, OR

A statement and supporting documents that you have engaged in professional activities equivalent to a PhD degree in anthropology

Fellows are eligible to nominate for election to all positions on the Executive Committee. Only Fellows may hold office as President, President Elect, President Emeritus, or Secretary of the Society. Fellows may attend the Annual General Meeting and vote in Society ballots and elections. 

General membership is open to anyone with an interest in anthropology and a commitment to furthering the objectives of the Australian Anthropological Society. A formal qualification in anthropology is not required for this membership type. If you are a PhD student you should apply for General membership first, and then upgrade to Fellow when your degree is attained.

General members of the Society are eligible to nominate for election to the Executive Committee as Ordinary Directors or Treasurer only. General members may attend the Annual General Meeting and vote in Society ballots and elections.

Honorary life Members are distinguished scholars who have been recognised for their eminence in and contribution to the profession of anthropology. Nominations for Honorary Life Membership may be made by any member of the Society. All nominations will be considered by a sub-committee of the AAS Presidents and announced at the Annual General Meeting.