Become a Member

Established over 30 years ago, Homelessness Queensland (HQ) is a frontline-focused peak body built by and for the Specialist Homelessness Services (SHS) sector. We advocate for a sector that is heard, resourced, and respected for the vital work it does every day.

The Annual Cost of Membership has been waived for another year!

Membership fees will be payable from November 2026, with renewal information distributed to current members in September 2026.

Member Type	Annual Fee
Individual/Associate	$50
Student	$5
Lived Experience Representative	FREE
Organisation (Revenue <$500K)	$80
Organisation (Revenue >$500K)	$150

Membership Benefits

All members receive full voting rights (excluding students and lived experience representatives unless otherwise determined) and access to a range of sector-facing opportunities:

 For Organisational and Sector Staff Members (Full Voting Rights):

• Eligibility to join the HQ Management Committee
• Invitations to exclusive network events
• Discounted rates for all staff to attend HQ events and specialist workshops
• Access to free training workshops through the HQ Academy 4 Learning
• Invitations to join sector leadership Communities of Practice

 For Individual and Associate Members:

• Full Voting Rights
• Opportunity to join the Management Committee
• Exclusive and free access to training and professional development hosted by HQ
• Discounted rates on HQ events and specialist workshops
• Free attendance at HQ Network events
• Subscription to the HQ e-newsletter featuring sector updates and event notices 

All memberships are subject to HQ Management Committee approval.

 

This refreshed membership model is designed to be inclusive, affordable, and valuable—supporting connection, capability, and collaboration across the sector.