Members of the Institute must have a bona fide interest in
education and training for adults. Organisations and individuals need to
join formally to become a member, and will pay a yearly
subscription to NIACE. Upon joining NIACE, all members sign an
agreement to say they support NIACE aims and
objectives.
The Institute’s members are the governing body of NIACE
and have a major role in shaping NIACE’s agenda. There are currently over
500 corporate members, which includes
universities, colleges, open college networks, the Open University,
research organisations, the WEA, BBC, LSC and all local education
authorities in England and Wales. These LEAs are treated as full corporate
members but NIACE does not charge them a fee.
There are over 200 individual members, including teachers, support
workers, consultants and retired people. Some members are also awarded
honorary life membership in recognition of distinguished service to adult
continuing education. Members based in Wales also automatically become
members of NIACE
Dysgu Cymru.
From this wider membership, the Trustees of NIACE and other committee
members are elected. The Trustees are the members of the
Company Board, the group that
maintains a strategic overview of the work of the organisation and its
annual work programme. There are other committees such as the
Policy, Audit and
FGP Committees which are set up with a
remit for their own specific area of NIACE operations. As a member, you
will be eligible to be nominated to stand for election to these
committees.
Beliefs and values: those who are committed to NIACE’s beliefs and
values may want to join the organisation in order to help further the
cause.
Role in governance: members have the opportunity to influence
NIACE’s strategic direction.
Practical benefits: members receive discounts on
publications and
conferences, as well as free
publications and journals and a monthly members’ e-newsletter.
NIACE also benefits from its members…
Being a Company that consists of all its members, acting
collectively, NIACE maintains credibility and is valued as an
organisation representing learners and providers from across the
spectrum of adult learning.
NIACE’s members provide a network of expertise and are a rich source
of advice and of partnership working. The Institute gets input from
members on policy items and advice to government and it is a distinctive
strength of the Institute’s work that it is able to call on its active
members. NIACE is also able to collaborate with providers across all
sectors of post-compulsory education and training.
Through its membership NIACE maintains active contact with thousands
of learners and providers in the field.
Members and other partners often supply speakers at Institute
conferences and seminars,
collaborate on joint events, contribute to journals, write
publications, and represent
the Institute to other organisations.
The membership encourages effective networking to ensure that we all
improve and benefit from best practice.
NIACE membership has two main categories: Corporate (for
organisations of all kinds, including universities, colleges, open college
networks and research organisations) and Individual (for teachers, support
workers or others involved or interested in the adult learning agenda).
Representation at NIACE general meetings and members’ meetings You can play a part in the governance of the Institute and influence
our policies and practices. All members are entitled to attend these meetings and to vote. There
are usually 3 in total per year. Allocated places for members are as
follows:
Full corporate members
up to 15 delegates
Corporate members at 50%
rate
up to 10 delegates
Corporate members at 25%
rate
up to 5 delegates
Individual members
one place
(for that named member only)
Discounts on publications Members are entitled to a 20% discount on all NIACE publications and
subscriptions to journals.
Discounts on conferences Members, including all employees of a corporate member organisation,
are entitled to a significant discount on national conference events
(please see booking forms for full details).
Free subscription to Adults
Learning
NIACE’s journal is published 10 times per year. The journal is full of
articles on topical issues, news, information and the most up to date
policy developments. Corporate members who pay the full fee can receive
up to 5 copies, and those who pay the 50% rate can receive up to 2
copies.
Free edition of the Adult Learning Yearbook This reference directory is published annually and contains over
3,000 key contacts in every area of adult education. Corporate members
who pay the full fee can receive up to 5 copies, and those who pay the
50% rate can receive up to 2 copies.
Up to date informationvia a monthly members’ e-newsletter.
Receive details each month of the latest NIACE publications,
conferences, and individual teams’ work. Members have the opportunity to
express interest in particular areas or on certain issues and can have a
more active role in the Institute by joining internal working groups and panels.
Free Web Link. All corporate members can have a free link
to their website from NIACE's website.
Access to NIACE’s specialised library. The library stock
comprises over 12,000 items relating to adult education. Information
staff provide a personal enquiry service for members by telephone,
email or letter.
Members benefit from the solidarity and support gained from being
part of a large national organisation, which can prevent smaller
organisations or individuals from being marginalised.
A Membership Officer will be on hand as your key contact at NIACE
to deal with any questions, suggestions or requests from members.
50% Corporate Rate = £250
(for organisations with an annual turnover <=
£600,000*)
25% Corporate Rate = £125
(for organisations with an annual turnover <= £300,000*)
(*)Applicants for 50% or 25% Corporate Membership
Rates must submit their annual report and
accounts. Any organisation with a turnover above these limits can also apply for a
reduction. They should submit reasons, and all applications will be
considered by the Director.
Overseas Members
Region 1 (Europe, North America, Australasia, Japan and
Singapore) = £67.50
Region 2 (the rest of the world) = £57.50
Privacy Statement: The information you provide to NIACE will
only be used to process your order / request and will not be sold to any
third parties. NIACE
Privacy Policy
Online:
Our online membership application system is currently being redesigned. If
you would like details about NIACE membership, please contact our
Membership Liaison: Roger Marvin, Direct Dial: 0116 204 4242 Email:
roger.marvin@niace.org.uk
