Become a Member

NICWA is dedicated to providing its members with access to information, contacts, and resources to facilitate their work in the field and build a national network of Indian child welfare advocates. Membership demonstrates your support and partnership in the effort to improve Indian child welfare practices and, in turn, the lives of AI/AN children and families nationwide.

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NICWA Membership Form PDF

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Benefits of Membership

You should become a member if:

• You are an Indian child welfare professional or a tribe, organization, or agency serving AI/AN children and families
• NICWA is voicing the challenges of your Indian child welfare program and championing your interests through national advocacy
• You believe culturally-competent, community-based services should be standard practice
• Your personal ethics align with NICWA’s dedication to the well-being of AI/AN children and families
• You want to play a role in how NICWA evolves as an organization and works to advance its mission

Cost of Membership

Individual Membership

This category is designed for individuals who serve or support AI/AN children. Membership benefits are non-transferable and accessible only to the individual member.

Abalone                        $50

Turquoise                      $100

Coral                             $200

Elder/Student Rate       $25

Tribal Membership

This category is designed for tribes and tribal agencies. Membership benefits and recognition are retained by the tribe, and up to five individuals may access the membership benefits.

Turquoise                      $400

Coral                             $1,000

Organizational Membership

This category is designed for non-tribal agencies and organizations who serve AI/AN children. Membership benefits and recognition are retained by the organization, and up to five individuals may access the membership benefits.

Turquoise                      $400

Coral                             $1,000

Associate Membership

This category is designed for corporations and individuals who care about the well-being of AI/AN children and families but do not provide services to AI/AN children or work in a related field.

Associate Individual      $50

Associate Corporate $1,000

Associate Corporate+ $1,000+