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In Australia, associations make up most of the not-for-profit sector. There are thousands of associations, and most have a legal structure
either incorporated under state legislation, registered as a charity or a company limited by guarantee.
Most Associations are managed by a board or committee of unpaid volunteers recruited from the membership.
You may be a member of your professional, industry or sporting association or have the role of a board member or an employee of an
association. We take these organisations for granted, but associations can deliver exceptional value to members and the community they serve
in times of crisis.
Most associations rely on membership subscriptions ( or dues, as they say in America) to survive.
If you are a member of an association, here is why you should support your association by renewing your membership or stepping up to be on
the committee or board.
😁 Associations offer members stability and support through difficult circumstances. Belonging to a broader group outside of your own
company or organisation can give members a sense of belonging and camaraderie that is important during challenging times.
😁 Associations can provide an invaluable service to members by collecting and curating relevant information and distributing it
efficiently. During times of turmoil, the need for accurate and up-to-date information is more critical than ever.
😁Associations can be the unified voice for an entire sector or profession, advocating for member concerns and communicating member needs to
those in power.
😁Regarding government support and funding, associations can offer vital assistance in gathering information about what's available,
directing members towards the relevant programs, and assisting in putting together complex applications.
😁As our economic situation changes, staying ahead of the pack is more important than ever. Associations may offer their members education,
training and professional development opportunities to ensure they are always ready to take the next step in their careers.
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Risk management is one of those areas that every association and not-for-profit Board knows is important - but it can sometimes become
little more than a risk register reviewed once or twice a year.
Insurance can be treated in much the same way.
The organisation receives its annual insurance renewal, the premium is approved, the policy is renewed and everyone assumes the organisation
is covered.
A practical look at volunteer governance, operational decision-making and what the events industry needs to understand about associations.
Nick Koerbin has spent many years working with professional and industry associations, and he has developed a simple habit: whenever he
meets a professional, he often asks whether they belong to their association — and whether they believe the membership is worth it.
A recent conversation with a young allied health professional raised some important questions about membership value, relevance and the
expectations of the next generation.
In this article, Nick shares that conversation and challenges association leaders to consider a simple but confronting question:
Would the next generation of professionals in your sector believe your association is worth joining?
How we help membership based, not-for-profit associations now and into the future.
