- A registration form.
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Proof of qualifications and registration with a professional body in the country of origin (as a medical doctor, nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, psychologist, social worker, educator, or proof of employment as a researcher or in another academic capacity, related to sexual health, sexology, sexual rights or sex education, at a nationally recognized, legal, institution).
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A signed statement that the individual will comply with the ethical principles of WAS and not use WAS membership as a false representation of skills or qualifications. Please find the link to the Guiding Ethical Principles for review.These can be reviewed here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zKXZhGQinbOVbDYZA_1EcOjjTKM-_CVe/view?usp=drive_link
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Payment of fees.
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In cases where there is no qualification and/or professional registration as stated above, WAS will require:
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A curriculum vitae.
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Two letters of recommendation from colleagues respected in sexual health, sexology, sexual rights, or sex education, specifically referring to the individual’s scope of practice or work area.
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A personal letter stating why WAS membership is desired and will benefit the individual.
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The application will be reviewed by the WAS administrator, and all applicants who meet all the requirements, including a professional qualification and/or registration, will be granted provisional membership.
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All other applications will be forwarded to the Membership Committee, who will review the applications and grant provisional membership if all requirements have been met.
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All provisional and rejected members will be brought before the Advisory Committee and reviewed.
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All provisional members will also be made known to the other members of WAS.
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Provisional Membership might be withdrawn in cases where the Advisory Committee or other members object.
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Rejected members will have the right to appeal to the General Assembly.
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Final acceptance or rejection of membership is made by the next General Assembly. Individual supporting members do not have a vote in the General Assembly.