Becoming a Member of ACWA

As a member of ACWA, you join a solid network of organisations and professionals who are dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of children, young people and their families and committed to enhancing the skills and capacity of the community services sector. You become part of a collective voice advocating for equal opportunity and better outcomes for disadvantaged Australians.

Individuals and organisations can become key supporters of ACWA either as Full or Associate members and receive:
  • Member newsletters ACWA News and ACWA e-News and regular bulletin updates
  • Invitations to participate in policy and practice forums and seminars
  • Discounts on Centre for Community Welfare Training (CCWT) courses and workshops
  • Consultancy support for policy, advocacy, program and service development.

Who is Eligible to Join?

Not-for-profit organisations involved in delivering direct children, youth and family support services (including out-of-home care) or related services are entitled to apply for Full Membership.

Full members are entitled to nominate a representative for election to ACWA’s Board as well as vote at general meetings of the Association. 

Associate Membership may be granted to for-profit organisations and individuals whose work centres on child, youth and family welfare, including service providers, government departments, universities, tertiary education institutions, advocacy groups and research bodies.

ACWA Membership Fees 2010
Organisations No. F/T Employees Fee (including GST)
1-5 $165.00
6-10 $330.00
11-20 $660.00
21-30 $990.00
31-40 $1320.00
41-50 $1650.00
51+ $1980.00
Multi-agency Corporations $2970.00
Individuals $110.00
Care Leavers $2.00

Membership Application and Renewal

To apply for membership OR renew your existing membership please download and complete the ACWA Membership Form.

Completed membership forms should be posted to:

ACWA Memberships
C/- Association of Children's Welfare Agencies
Locked Bag 13
Haymarket NSW 1240

To learn more about ACWA’s vision, values and priorities, click here.

To view ACWA’s latest Annual Report, click here.

If you require further information about becoming a member of ACWA, please contact the Membership Support Officer Veronica Olson:

Phone: 02 9281 8822
Fax: 02 9281 8827
Email: veronica@acwa.asn.au.