There are two categories of Society membership: Fellow and General.
Applications for membership should be made at the highest level for which the applicant is eligible.
If you are already a General member and wish to be a Fellow, see below instructions on Upgrading Your 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.
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.
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
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 PhD anthropology 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.
To upgrade from a General member to a Fellow of the Society:
Email the Membership Officer at aas@anu.edu.au requesting an upgrade to your membership
Include your full name and contact details
Attach a copy of your 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
A $20 application fee applies to new member applications.
Members of the Society pay an annual membership fee, to be renewed per financial year.
All members will be sent a renewal invoice every July 1st.
Members who don't renew their membership fees will cease to receive member benefits, and after one financial year their membership will be considered 'lapsed' and be deactivated.
| Fellow Members | $195 |
| General Members | $170 |
| Concession Members2 | $90 |
Follow this link for the AAS Refund Policy.
1 Under Section 10 of the Constitution, once set, the annual membership fee can be increased annually in line with CPI.
2 Fellow or General Members may apply for the concession rate if they are a full-time student. Part or unemployed, a pensioner or retired.