AWC members include all types of computing professionals, such as programmers, system analysts, operators, technical communicators, Internet and World Wide Web specialists, trainers, engineers, consultants and home hobbyists.

The association offers two types of membership: chapter and independent. Please read the descriptions carefully to decide which one suits you.

Chapter - Dues vary by chapter. The annual average due is $42 (US Dollars).
We have chapters in metropolitan areas throughout the United States. Several chapters offer reduced dues for students and seniors.

Independent - Annual dues $25 (US Dollars)
Independent membership is for professionals who find it physically or geographically impossible to attend chapter meetings. Our independent members are located in the US and in other countries.
Independent Membership Form

Chapter membership gives you these benefits:

• Monthly meetings with guest speakers and workshops

• Technical and motivational seminars

• Additional networking opportunities

• Job listings & career planning

• Mentoring

• Scholarships

• Skill enhancement

• Opportunities for professional growth leadership training

• Newsletters, membership directories, and email lists

• National association news & events

• Representation on the national board

Independent membership delivers as many of these benefits as possible by postal and electronic mail.

Interested in joining?
Contact a chapter or the independents today! We look forward to welcoming you to AWC membership!  For your convenience, here is the Independent Membership Form.

Interested in starting you own chapter?
Download the New Chapter Toolkit Chapter Toolkit to start your own.

Not sure yet if you want to join?
Read Ten reasons to say "YES" to AWC.

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