Life membership in the Association shall be:
- Limited to accredited or regular members or former accredited or regular members of the Association who have retired from active employment in the assessment field or any related field;
- Has been a member in good standing for at least twenty years, or upon special consideration;
- Contributed directly to the promotion of the Association through service on the executive council or a special committee;
- Nominated in writing, by a member in good standing, with supporting documentation; and
- Approved by executive council
2. Life membership entitles a person to the following privileges without payment of fee:
- Receipt of a certificate of lifetime membership;
- To attend the annual meeting of the Association; and
- To receive the newsletter of the Association.
3. If at any time, an accredited individual holding the designation “Life Membership” resumes work in the field or a related field of assessment, he/she will be obligated to pay dues equal to that of an associate or subscribing member. (amended May 14/02)