Membership
Become a member
Membership is the simplest way to back the community and have a say in how it runs.
What you get
Member-only events
The AGM, members' dinners and gatherings we do not open to the general public.
A vote at the AGM
Elect the committee and have a say in the association's direction.
Early access to tickets
Presales for events that sell out before they open to the general public.
Youth programs
Priority access to mentoring and the annual scholarship round for members' families.
The members' WhatsApp group
Day-to-day chat, event reminders and quick questions. Members only, and you join from the portal once you're in.
The members portal
Manage your details, renew online and see what is coming up for members.
Being counted
Membership numbers are what we point to when we apply for grants and speak to councils.
Common questions
- Do I have to be Eritrean to join?
- No. Partners, friends and supporters of the community are welcome to join as members.
- Which rate should I pick?
- The concession rate is for students, and for anyone not working right now — retired, between jobs, caring for family, or newly arrived. Nobody is asked for proof and nothing is checked. Pick the one that is true for you.
- What if $25 is difficult right now?
- Email us. We have never turned anyone away over the fee, and the conversation stays between you and the treasurer.
- When does membership run?
- From the day you join through to 31 December. We send a reminder before it lapses.
- Where does the fee go?
- Venues, permits, insurance, food at community events and the youth programs. Nobody at ECA is paid. Full accounts are presented to members at the AGM, and any member can ask for a copy of the financial statements at any time.
Want to see how ECA is governed and where the money goes before you join? That is all on the transparency page, including the three ways to get a copy of our financial statements.
Anything else? Email eritreancommunityaustralia@gmail.com.