Membership

Why Join AEMEE?

For Businesses – It will provide a reference point for working through and doing business with Aboriginal interests.

For Aboriginal People and Aboriginal Owned Businesses – It will provide opportunities to speak and act with one voice on matters such as taxation, legislative reform, industrial relations and commercialism generally.

For Corporations and Industy Peak Bodies – There may be economic benefit through positive engagement and support for Aboriginal people as a business partner.

For Government at all levels – It will increase business activity and the multiple economic and social benefits derived from employment and business development.

Who can join AEMEE

Membership is open to individuals, businesses or corporations, other sole traders, privately owned businesses, public listed companies, not-for-profit companies, industry representative bodies and associations. In other words, all sectors with links to the mining industry that may include but not limited to:

Mining and energy
Civil construction and infrastructure
Environment and rehabilitation
Transport
Engineering
Science and innovation
Technology
Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and individual trainers
Education, training, recruitment and employment
Manufacturing
Financial and Banking
Retail – goods and services.

Membership Categories

There are two categories of membership:

1. Full Members

Any Aboriginal Person over the age of eighteen (18) years of age
Any Aboriginal Corporation

2. Affiliate Members

Affiliateships are open to any person or corporation who or which demonstrates a commitment to the objectives of AEMEE.

Benefits for Members

Growing and strengthening the sector
Ensuring members’ interests are represented at National and International forums
Advancing commercial opportunities
Local and regional engagement throughout Australia including networking opportunities with leaders across the resources sector, political, financial and business spheres;
Receiving up to date information on potential business opportunities
Invitation to all AEMEE conferences, workshops, seminars and events;
Regular communication materials and AEMEE briefings including advice and support on industry and Member issues;
Full access to website, publications and other services;
Public recognition as Member on AEMEE Website.

Full Members Rights

Eligible for election to Board of Management;
Eligible to make nominations to Board of Management;
Eligible to be appointed by the Board to AEMEE Sub-Committees;
Voting rights (at all general meetings).

Membership Fees (2009-2010)

Full Members and Affiliates	Annual Fee
Companies
Over 1000 employees	$25,000
100 to 1000 employees	$15,000
Up to 100 employees	$5,000

Representative Associations and Foundations	$2,500

Individuals	$250

Life and Honorary Members	No Fee

NB: All Fees will attract GST

Membership will be for 12 months commencing on 1st January each year.
A pro rata payment system will be in place for those who commence membership during the year;
A quarterly payment system will be available for those who may not wish to make the annual lump sum payment;
Payments can be made by cheque or direct debit;
Prospective members will be able to join and renew membership through the AEMEE web site;
Membership fees will be due annually.

To apply for AEMEE membership, use the on-line application form or download the Application Form in PDF format.