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Thank you for your interest in joining the International Ombuds Association (IOA). The mission of IOA is to support and advance the global organizational ombuds profession and to ensure that practitioners work to the highest professional standards. We are a member-led, professional association. Learn more about our history and our commitment to supporting ombuds worldwide.

The people who make up our association come from a variety of backgrounds. Explore some of their stories by reading The Independent Voice, and explore all that IOA has to offer by reviewing our full list of member benefits.

We Champion Organizational Ombuds Worldwide through:

Advocacy
Standards of Practice
Code of Ethics
Training
Certification

We Advance the Profession of Organizational Ombuds with:

Professional Development
Technical Assistance
Program Support
Resources
Mentoring
Community

IOA Membership Dues Membership is effective for one year from the date you join.
	Member Dues (New and Renewing)
Member	$300 USD
Group Member – Learn More!	$1,100 USD for four profiles + $275 USD per additional profile
Student Affiliate Member	$ 110 USD
Retired Member**	$ 110 USD
Distinguished Emeritus	Nomination Required

*Group memberships are only available to groups of four or more individuals from the same organization.
**Retired Member category is only available to previous Retired Members or IOA Members.

Membership dues are voluntary and non-refundable.

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Transfer of IOA Membership

IOA memberships held by individuals (as opposed to group memberships) are tied to one specific individual, though they may be paid for by an organization. If an individual leaves an organization who has paid for their individual membership, they may choose to retain their membership or transfer the remaining membership time back to the organization to assign to another employee. A transfer of membership may be initiated by contacting IOA staff at [email protected]. A $25 fee will apply for each transfer of an individual membership.

Group Members may transfer memberships during their renewal period or with the permanent departure of staff. Roster changes for Group Memberships should be submitted to the IOA office at [email protected].

Tax Information for U.S. Members

Contributions or gifts to associations that are exempt under IRS 501(c)6 are not tax-deductible as charitable contributions. However, they may be deducted as ordinary and necessary business expenses. IOA periodically participates in lobbying efforts, however, generally lobbying is less than 1% of any dues. If you or your employer needs specifics, please contact the IOA Office.