Membership
Find Your Fit
Whether you’re looking for your next career, a sense of community, new skills or opportunities, you’ll find it with AWIS.
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AWIS has ONE mission: To ensure all women in science can achieve their full potential.
AWIS members have told us about the benefits they receive from participating in our community. Some found a safe space to ask questions and made life-long friends. Some discovered career opportunities and were inspired to continue their journey. Some gained a sense of empowerment, belonging, and confidence. To help further the impact we can make, we invite you to join our community! We are #OneAWIS.
Scroll down to learn more about AWIS member benefits and annual dues. Contact awis@awis.org with any questions.
AWIS Membership Benefits
Expand Your Network
Our community of members, allies and supporters is waiting for you! Network in your local chapter, or find connections across the country using the member directory. Participate in discussions in the online community.
Gain a Sense of Belonging
AWIS membership can help you feel supported in your career journey. AWIS members share their challenges and solutions with each other. This helps them feel less alone and encourages them to keep going when they want to give up.
Build Your Skills (and Confidence)
As the body of science knowledge evolves, there are always new things to learn. AWIS can help you stay competitive with monthly professional development webinars and opportunities hone your skills in a safe space.
Search for Relevant Roles
Build your Skills Locker in the AWIS Career Center and carry it throughout your career. Our skills-based matching technology will suggest relevant roles in organizations committed to inclusive STEM spaces.
Get Recognized and Grow Your Influence
Let AWIS highlight you — and your work — on our national platform. Apply for an AWIS scholarship or annual member award. Share your career journey or advice in a blog or magazine article. Sign up for the AWIS Speakers’ Bureau.
Invest In Yourself and Shape the Future
With a 50-year history of championing women in science, AWIS gives you the tools and connections you need to succeed in STEM. Our members dream of changing the world—AWIS member spotlights can help amplify your impact.
Stay Informed and Be Inspired
Access timely updates and perspectives to stay energized. AWIS shares the latest news impacting women in STEM as well as actionable advice and inspiring stories from pioneering women and role models across all disciplines and work sectors.
Support the AWIS Mission
Show your support for equity in STEM by becoming a AWIS member. The more members we have, the louder our voice. If you have time, lend your experience as a mentor or participate in AWIS advocacy initiatives to drive systemic change.
I have been a member of AWIS for over 16 years. I am have personally enjoyed interacting and networking with many women in STEM both in academia and industry. I have also benefited from the leadership experience I gained serving as Chair of several committees and on the Board of my local San Diego chapter.
Varykina Thackray, PhD
AWIS Member Since 2005
Join AWIS
Membership is open to anyone who supports the mission of AWIS: To ensure that all women in science can achieve their full potential. AWIS champions the interests of women in science across all disciplines and employment sectors.
AWIS offers lower dues rates for early career professionals and students. All members receive the same benefits. Hover over each box below and click the appropriate button to join.
Student
Student
Annual Dues: $35
Early Career
Early Career
Annual Dues: $59
Full
Full
Annual Dues: $149
Members featured (L-R): Olivia Konell, AWIS Member since 2024; Lady Catherine Cantor Cutiva, PhD, AWIS Member since 2024 and Roshell Muir, PhD, AWIS member since 2018.
AWIS has provided me with an amazing network of STEM women of all ages, career roles, levels and of various institutions, including private and public sectors, both nationally and internationally. I can also actually have real, down to earth, safe space conversations with those whom I reach out to.
Tandeka Boko, MD
AWIS Member Since 2021
Member Resources
- Online Member Community: Participate in a discussion thread to ask questions, share encouragement, and create meaningful relationships with other AWIS members.
- AWIS Career Center: Track and highlight your STEM skills, identify gaps, and plan your career.
- AWIS Webinars: Explore timely topics with exciting thought leaders through our What’s Next webinar series.
- Weekly Newsletter and Members-Only Content: Stay informed on trends, opportunities, and events.
- Digital Subscription to AWIS Magazine: Read about women’s contributions to STEM and their impact on society.
- Scholarship Opportunities: Apply for AWIS’ annual undergraduate, doctoral research, or career-reentry scholarships.
- Recognition: Let us amplify your career achievements through member spotlights, AWIS communication channels, or our annual awards.
- AWIS Event Calendar: Register for local and national events.
- Membership Directory: Connect with AWIS members locally and nationally.