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      The International Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse & Neglect

      ISPCAN is a global membership organization for anyone working or interested in the protection of child rights. Wherever children live, learn and play under the care of adults are opportunities for intervention and prevention. We equip multidisciplinary professionals with tools and resources to build better systems of care, improving quality of life for children in every region of the world.

      Major discounts at ISPCAN International Congresses

      Connect even more to global communities of learning by attending an ISPCAN Congress with reduced rates, only available to paid members.

      Special Member Only Resources

      Access all available ISPCAN Member Resources, data tools, toolkits, master classes, our library, and regional pages.

      Journal Access

      Subscription to Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal, our monthly peer-reviewed publication. Member discount to publish in our new open access Journal of Child Protection & Practice

      Member Connect Platform

      Connect with other Members on the platform. You will be able to participate in group discussions, view the entire member directory, and communicate with all members 1-on-1.

      Benefits
      Subscription to Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal, our monthly peer-reviewed publication
      Access to educational webinars, data tools, and special reports on cutting-edge CAN topics
      Training and networking opportunities across all disciplines
      Connect with like-minded researchers, practitioners, and multidisciplinary professionals globally
      Opportunity to contribute CAN data to the special reports and represent your region
      Multidisciplinary training tools and curricula, e-courses, e-library of reports, presentations
      Free use of ICAST data collection tools, available in multiple languages
      ISPCAN publications including World Perspectives on Child Abuse & other Resource Guides
      Participate in ISPCAN Working Groups and Regional Networks to develop unique resources
      Access to the ISPCAN Member Logo to feature on your website, business cards, email signature, etc.
      Major discounts for ISPCAN congress registration
      10% author discounts for new open access journal Child Protection & Practice
      Create Advocacy Campaigns with ISPCAN support
      Free Job Boards & Ads
      Members only Advertising space

      Individual Membership Options*

      Standard Membership
      Journal Access
      Member Connect Platform
      Access To Member Resources
      Reduced Rates at ISPCAN International Congresses
      Training and networking

      Standard Membership

      $173.25 /Annually

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      Standard Membership – Discounted*

      $68.25 /Annually

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      *Reduced rate for individuals in middle/low income countries as determined by World Bank.

      Journal Access
      Member Connect Platform
      Access To Member Resources
      Reduced Rates at ISPCAN International Congresses
      Training and networking

      Student Membership

      $52.50 /Annually

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      For students or recently qualified professionals an opportunity to become familiar with ISPCAN. Not eligible to run for Executive Council.

      Member Connect Platform
      Access To Member Resources
      Reduced Rates at ISPCAN International Congresses
      Training and networking
      Journal Access

      Associate Membership

      $36.75 /Annually

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      This membership category is limited to community health workers, family support workers, child protection workers, law enforcement, school teachers and administrators, school counselors, nurses, paramedics, journalists/media, court judges, child advocate attorneys, clergy, juvenile probation, detention or correctional officers, daycare/preschool workers, coaches, parents, survivors and anyone interested in learning more about this topic.

      Journal Access
      Member Connect Platform
      Access To Member Resources
      Reduced Rates at ISPCAN International Congresses
      Training and networking

      Emeritus Membership

      $105.00 /Annually

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      The Emeritus Membership is available to ISPCAN members who have concluded their working or professional career and are no longer actively working. The member must provide proof of their retirement and cannot run for Executive Council.

      Journal Access
      Member Connect Platform
      Access To Member Resources
      Reduced Rates at ISPCAN International Congresses
      Lifetime Access
      Training and networking

      Lifetime Membership

      $1,050.00 - One time purchase

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      Organizational Membership Options*

      High Income Country Residents $165 + $50/each additional person   

      Low to Middle Income Country Residents $65 + $50/each additional person   

      For groups of 5 or more members from the same organization we offer a discounted group rate. The first member will pay the standard rate of $165 High Income Country Residents or $65 Low to Middle Income Country Residents, and each additional member will cost $50 each. Each group member will receive one subscription to the online Journal and all other benefits of Standard Membership.  Please contact memberships@ispcan.org to sign up.

      Country Partners

      Our Country Partners are like-minded organizations or non-profits within a country or region who have applied to our program in order to share resources, experiences, and research and support each other’s work in ending child maltreatment. Applications undergo rigorous screening and must have at least three individual ISPCAN members to remain active. Benefits include co-hosting conferences, having free booths at ISPCAN events, promoting regional events and resources on the ISPCAN website, and use of our logo for marketing. Click Here for more information.

      * Please note that during checkout all prices are in US Dollars and will add on the 5% credit card processing fees.

      Our Promise

      Respect + Equality + Ethical Business Practices

      ISPCAN operates with the simple premise everyone is treated with respect, kindness, and without special favors. We require adherence to our codes of conduct, child safeguarding, and diversity and inclusion policies for everyone who is always part of our community of learning.

      These simple yet crucial rules ensure that all members, partners, and businesses are helping us create an environment for learning, networking and exchange that promote safe spaces and increase ethical behavior in all ISPCAN settings and business operations.  Data and personal information is protected. For your reference, or to adapt and use these guidelines in your own organizations, please learn more below. Together we can focus on the learning, networking, and personal growth without anything getting in the way.

      It is an important reminder and a promise to our community that we are conscientiously working to be fair, equal, and uphold the highest standards for everyone who is a part of our organization, membership, does business with us, or partners with us.

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