Become a TESOL Affiliate

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Become a TESOL Affiliate
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The TESOL Bylaws state: "Geographically based, autonomous organizations that support the mission of TESOL may become TESOL affiliates". Specific requirements for affiliation and for maintaining affiliate status are detailed in the document TESOL Requirements for the Creation and Maintenance of Affiliates. When a new affiliate is approved, the president signs an agreement with TESOL that states the responsibilities of both parties. The affiliate receives a certificate of affiliation at the next annual TESOL Convention.

An organization of teachers of English to speakers of other languages that supports the mission of TESOL may become an affiliate under the following conditions.

The organization represents a distinct geographical membership region and/or distinct professional constituency.
It endorses TESOL's mission statement.
At least 3 members of the executive committee or other governing board are members of TESOL, one of whom must be the President.
It has means of regularly scheduled communication, such as a newsletter to disseminate information among its members.
It has a constitution providing for continuity of administration of the group, as by overlapping terms for members of the governing board, rotation of officers, or a permanent executive secretaryship.
It holds at least one annual meeting of its general membership.
It has at least 50 members in good standing.
It's not in violation of any applicable laws in its state/province, country, or region.

Access the Latest Become a TESOL Affiliate Documents:

TESOL Affiliate Application (PDF)
TESOL offers affiliate benefits to state, national, and regional organizations of English language educators.
TESOL Requirements for the Creation and Maintenance of Affiliates (PDF)
An organization of English language educators qualifies to become a TESOL affiliate under specific requirements.
Affiliate Activities at the Annual TESOL Convention
Learn about networking opportunities amongst the worldwide affiliate leaders at the Annual TESOL Convention.

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