APPLY TO BECOME TAWIMA MEMBER
Apply to be A member
As a professional conserva/on photographer or filmmaker TAWIMA offers three categories
at which you may join the associa/on.
1. EV- Membership (Emerging Visionary Member)
2. GA- Membership (Global Advocate Member)
3. P- Membership (Patron Member)
The EV and GA Members are selected through an application process.
WHO SHOULD APPLY TO TAWIMA
As a professional conservation photographer or filmmaker, there are two levels at which you may join the organization. Members are selected through an application process; applications are reviewed by a committee of photo editors, directors of photography, and visual storytelling experts around the world.
EMERGING VISIONARY (EV- Membership)
This category is for individuals and small organizations who want
to stay connected with the wildlife media community in Tanzania. It provides
support and recognition to individuals and organization that are still in the
early stages of their careers but have demonstrated a strong commitment,
great potential and dedication to conservation photography or filmmaking.
• Benefits:
o Access to TAWIMA’s online community and forums.
o Regular newsletters and updates on wildlife media trends, events, and
news.
o Invitations and discounts to selected networking events and
workshops.
• Fee: $30 per year for individuals, $50 per year for organizations.
• Volunteer Opportunity: Emerging visionary members are encouraged to
contribute their time and skills as volunteers for TAWIMA events and
initiatives
GLOBAL ADVOCATE (GA- Membership)
This category recognizes established professionals or
organization that have demonstrated a substantial commitment to
conservation efforts through their work. It’s for individuals and organizations
engaged in wildlife media at a more advanced level, this category offers
enhanced benefits for professional growth and exposure.
• Benefits:
o All benefits of EMERGING VISIONARY Membership.
o Priority access and discounts to TAWIMA workshops, seminars, and
training programs.
o Listing in TAWIMA’s online directory of wildlife media professionals and
organizations.
• Fee: $75 per year for individuals, $120 per year for organizations.
• Volunteer Opportunity: Professional members are invited to participate as
volunteers in TAWIMA’s events, helping to organize and facilitate various
activities