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  • Hardship Waiver Request

  • We're sorry to hear that you're having financial hardship. We understand that membership dues can create a burden during this difficult time and we want to do what we can to help. Please use this form to request consideration of a hardship waiver for your CEC membership dues for the upcoming membership year.

    A few things to note:

    • You must be an active member of CEC for a minimum of one (1) year before applying; expired and/or lapsed memberships are ineligible for the program.
    • This waiver period is valid for one (1) membership year only. It cannot be extended or modified.
    • If approved, your membership will be adjusted at the beginning of your next membership cycle.
    • If approved, during the hardship waiver period, professional journals will be available in electronic format only.
    • If approved, any membership(s) you have in a CEC Special Interest Division will be suspended unless you contact Member Services to make alternative payment arrangements.
    • A membership waiver can only be granted once (1) in any five (5) year period.
    • You must keep your member information updated during this waiver period. We will notify you twice during your membership year to update your information.

    CEC reserves the right to approve or deny any waiver request. For any additional questions, please see Louise Martin, Senior Manager, Membership Operations, at lmartin@exceptionalchildren.org. Thank you.

  • We're sorry but your answer indicates that you are not eligible for this program. All requests must come from current members that have been with CEC for at least one (1) year. For additional questions or information, please contact CEC's Senior Manager, Membership Operations , at lmartin@exceptionalchildren.org. 

  • Help us understand your situation better.

  • We understand that some people can pay a little but not the full balance of membership. If you are able to afford to pay a little for membership, we would be happy to assist you with a reduction in dues in lieu of a waiver.

    PLEASE NOTE: The answer to this question will not impact your approval decision. This is to help us understand where we can provide additional value both now and in the future.

     

  • I hereby affirm and agree that the information provided on this form is accurate, truthful and representative of my need to request a membership waiver. I understand that this waiver is a request and subject to review and approval by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). Furthermore, I agree to the following terms and conditions of membership:

    • You must be an active member of CEC for a minimum of one (1) year before applying; expired and/or lapsed memberships are ineligible for this program.
    • This waiver period is valid for one (1) membership year only. It cannot be extended or modified.
    • If approved, your membership will be adjusted at the beginning of your next membership cycle.
    • If approved, during the hardship waiver period, professional journals will be available in electronic format only.
    • If approved, any membership(s) you have in a CEC Special Interest Division will be suspended unless you contact Member Services to make alternative payment arrangements.

    Additionally, you agree that:

    • A membership waiver can only be granted once (1) in any five (5) year period.
    • You must keep your member information updated during this waiver period. We will notify you twice during your membership year to update your information.

    Finally, CEC reserves the right to approve or deny any waiver request. I agree that CEC's decision is final and that any approval or denial will be explained in writing from CEC. 

     

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