Global Networking
Connect with settlement houses, neighborhood, and community centers worldwide to exchange insights, strategies, and best practices that drive meaningful change.
Connecting Communities for a Brighter Future
Become a Part of the Change
Would you be ready to make a difference? Choose your membership level and join us in fostering global community connections.
Membership Benefits
Global Networking Opportunities
Access to Shared Resources
Leadership Opportunities
Support and Mentorship
MEMBERSHIP Structure
IFS Membership Structure: Overview
At IFS, we embrace a diverse community of members, and our membership structure reflects this inclusivity. While we honour our traditional categories—Affiliated Organisations, Federations, and Associates—we’ve streamlined the explanation to make it easier to understand how each fits into the IFS network.
Affiliated Organisations (Individual Members)
Independent settlement houses, neighbourhood centres, and community centres that join IFS directly.
Full voting members with an active role in shaping IFS’s direction.
These organizations are the heart of the IFS community, driving local impact and global collaboration.
Federations
Umbrella organisations representing three or more member organisations.
Operate at local, regional, national, or international levels.
Federations are full voting members of IFS, while: Member organizations within a Federation are considered non-voting members unless they join IFS directly as Affiliated Organizations
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This structure ensures Federations can represent their networks while maintaining clarity around voting rights.
Associate Members
Open to a wide range of entities and individuals, including: Individuals and friends of IFS
For-profit corporations
Governmental units
Other non-profit organisations
Local or Regional organisations connected via a Federation
Associates are non-voting members, but they are valued contributors to the IFS community.
They are encouraged to participate in events, discussions, and collaborative initiatives.
Member organizations of Federation
Associate membership
Member organisations within an IFS Federation are considered non-voting members, given free Associate membership status, unless they join IFS directly as Affiliated Organisations
Organisations Membership dues
Tiered Organisational Membership for Greater Inclusivity
Our organisational membership structure is designed to be inclusive and equitable, with tiered fees based on annual operating budgets. This ensures that organisations of all sizes can participate and benefit from membership. Membership fees were initially set in Euros and have been converted to Australian Dollars (AUD) at an exchange rate of 1.9, following the transition to our new host office.
Please note that this rate is provided for reference purposes only and may vary at the time of payment.
We understand that circumstances can change. If your organisation is experiencing financial difficulties or if you have any questions about renewing your membership, we encourage you to contact us at info@ifsnetwork.org. Our team is here to help.
| Range (AUD) | Range (EUR) | Membership Fee (Payable in AUSTRALIAN Dollars) |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 860,000 | Less than 500,000 | 225 |
| 860,000 to 1,720,000 | 500,000 to 1,000,000 | 745 |
| 1,720,000 to 8,600,000 | 1,000,000 to 5,000,000 | 1,485 |
| 8,600,000 to 17,200,000 | 5,000,000 to 10,000,000 | 4,635 |
| 17,200,000 to 34,400,000 | 10,000,000 to 20,000,000 | 6,490 |
| 34,400,000 and over | 20,000,000 and over | 9,270 |
Individual Membership
Individual
Annual membership for individuals seeking to connect and collaborate globally.
AUD $95
Sustainer
Support our mission with enhanced benefits and deeper engagement.
AUD $465
Leadership
Lead the charge in shaping global social policies and initiatives.
AUD $930
Below is a list of our current members. Note: This list includes our core members only and does not reflect our extensive network of associated members worldwide.
“I’m proud to be part of IFS as it is an organisation that champions collective efforts to address global issues.
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“IFS makes us stronger together. It helps to empower our organisations and our communities.”
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Full membership with IFS has been incredibly beneficial. It has provided me with access to a global network of like-minded professionals, enriching collaborations and valuable resources that have significantly strengthened our community initiatives.”
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