Membership
Who are ACTCOSS members?
ACTCOSS members come from the community services sector, advocacy and self help groups, as well as committed individuals.
There are over 100 ACT community organisations who are members of ACTCOSS and many Associate members. Members range from refuges offering accommodating services to small advice bureaus and self help groups. There are also a number of Associate members, who are individuals interested in and committed to the goals and activities of ACTCOSS. This website contains a list of ACTCOSS members you can view.
ACTCOSS membership gives these organisations a voice in the government of the ACT through the work that ACTCOSS does representing their interests in our submissions to Assembly inquiries, our ACT Budget submission, our representation on advisory bodies and working groups.
There are over 100 ACT community organisations who are members of ACTCOSS and many Associate members. Members range from refuges offering accommodating services to small advice bureaus and self help groups. There are also a number of Associate members, who are individuals interested in and committed to the goals and activities of ACTCOSS. This website contains a list of ACTCOSS members you can view.
ACTCOSS membership gives these organisations a voice in the government of the ACT through the work that ACTCOSS does representing their interests in our submissions to Assembly inquiries, our ACT Budget submission, our representation on advisory bodies and working groups.
Why join?
Membership benefits include:
- Opportunities to input and influence the Council's advocacy position and policy development;
- Involvement in policy advisory structures such as the General Committee, working groups and other forums;
- ACTCOSS Update – quarterly newsletter
- Access to, and inclusion in, the Nationwide COSS Network and resources developed by the Council;
- Attendance at seminars and forums at a discount rate ;
- Access to extensive networks to promote your organisation’s events and activities;
- Discounts on publications, meeting room hire and networking services; and,
- Equipment hire (conditions apply). As a member of ACTCOSS you are demonstrating your commitment to the objectives of social justice and equitable social policy.
To download the membership form in PDF click here . We also provide a number of other services for more information please visit our sector development section.
Membership Fees
Annual membership fees are based on an individual's income or an organisation's total revenue during the past year. Revenue includes private or government grants, donations, fundraising proceeds, membership fees etc. Fees for corporate, government or other affiliate members are at a set rate.
Associate Members
Income |
Fees |
| Concession | $20 |
| <$40 000 | $40 |
| >$40 000 | $80 |
Organisations
Revenue |
Fees |
| <$10 000 | $30 |
| $10 000 - $50 000 | $60 |
| $50 001 - $100 000 | $120 |
| $100 001- $500 000 | $240 |
| $500 001 - $1million | $360 |
| $1million+ | $480 |
| Additional contact points per organisation costs $50.00 each | |
Corporate, Government Agency or Other Affiliate Members
Set rate |
$480 |
