Membership

At IPAA, we’re committed to your growth, your career and your future.
Become a member today, and join a community of like-minded professionals with a desire to improve the lives of the communities they serve.

As a member of IPAA NSW, you’ll get opportunities to connect with some of NSW’s most influential leaders at a range of networking events, gain access to professional development opportunities through our course offering, and access regular insights around public sector best practice.

Choose the type of membership that best suits your needs:

Professional Membership ($250 per annum)

Gain full access to membership benefits with a Professional Membership. Cost of membership is fully tax-deductible, and reduced rates are available depending on your salary range.

As a Professional Member, you’ll receive:

FREE access to premier events: Immerse yourself in a vibrant, professional community with complimentary registration to our annual December marque event (valued at $275.00).
FREE or heavily discounted events: enjoy complimentary registration or Professional Member-only rates for all face-to-face and online events.
Priority booking: Gain early access to our most sought-after events, ensuring you never miss out.
Heavily discounted professional development: Propel your career forward with Professional Member-only rates on all professional development courses.
Extensive networking opportunities: Meet like-minded professionals and influential public sector leaders at 40 networking events annually.
Complete attendee lists: know who’ll be at in-person networking events 24 hours in advance.
Exclusive networking groups: Broaden your connections by joining special networking groups, including the Young Professionals Network and Women’s Leadership Network.
Recognition and exposure: Shine at every event with personalised recognition and a profile in IPAA communications.
Member breakfasts: Be part of exclusive member breakfasts, offering networking opportunities and insights from industry leaders.
Have your say: Shape how we serve the sector by voting for our elected Council and participating in the Annual General Meeting.
Stay informed: Receive regular emails packed with the latest public sector insights and thought leadership from industry leaders.
FREE subscription: Enjoy a complimentary online subscription to the Australian Journal of Public Administration valued at $80.
FREE access to the Public Sector Fundamentals Program: build your capabilities with free online courses valued at $800.
Access to private work space at the IPAA NSW office located in the Sydney CBD

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Affiliate Membership (FREE)

Stay connected with no financial outlay, with a membership exclusive to employees of NSW government departments.

As an Affiliate member, you’ll receive:

FREE access to a range of IPAA events
Regular emails sharing the latest insights on public sector best practice and tips and tricks from your NSW public sector peers
Exclusive discounts on some of our professional development and training courses
Invitations and discounted rates to around 40 events each year featuring influential public sector leaders
Free access to the Public Sector Fundamentals program (valued at $800)

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