Application Process
A simple and transparent process — designed to support a smooth start, uphold shared integrity, and align members with appropriate participation pathways. This page explains the steps, typical timelines, and required materials.
Overview
The application verifies basics (identity, eligibility, integrity) and assigns your pathway and initial level.
1) Choose Pathway
Select the membership pathway that best matches your role (industry, regulator, academia, NGO, professional, etc.).
2) Initial Level Assignment
Your initial level reflects intended engagement scope and eligibility checks — not organisation size.
3) Integrity & Safeguards
Conflict-of-interest disclosure and code-of-conduct alignment protect credibility for all members.
Step-by-Step Process
Clear stages — designed for transparency and predictable outcomes.
1Submit Form
Complete the membership form with organisation/person details, pathway selection and intended participation scope.
2Provide Materials
Upload or submit required documents based on your pathway (identity, institutional info, references, etc.).
3Secretariat Review
A completeness and eligibility check: pathway fit, basic verification, and integrity safeguards.
4Committee Decision
Membership Committee evaluates alignment and assigns initial level; additional questions may be requested.
5Confirmation
Approved applicants receive confirmation, membership terms, and onboarding instructions.
6Member Acceptance & Integration
Member portal access, profile setup, committee placement, and a smooth introduction into relevant working groups.
7Participation Starts
Engage through consultations, drafts, working groups, briefings, and programme pathways relevant to your scope.
8Level Review (Optional)
Levels may evolve over time based on contribution maturity, deliverables and integrity compliance.
Required Materials
A simple checklist. Exact items may vary by pathway.
Identity / Representation
- Applicant identity or authorised representative details
- Primary contact and official email
- Basic verification where required
Organisation / Profile
- Organisation overview (or professional profile)
- Relevant domain focus and scope
- Optional references / public links
Integrity Declarations
- Conflict-of-interest disclosure
- Agreement to member expectations / code of conduct
- Responsible collaboration commitments
Typical Timeline
A realistic guide — your case may be faster with complete materials.
Week 1Submission & Check
Form submission, document upload and completeness screening.
Week 2–3Eligibility Review
Pathway fit, integrity checks, and preparation for committee review.
Week 3–5Committee Decision
Decision and initial level assignment; clarifications if needed.
AfterOnboarding
Portal access, profile setup and committee routing.
Quick Questions
Next: Early & Founding Benefits
Learn how early participation can unlock enhanced visibility, priority opportunities and structured input during formative phases.