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The Community and Insights You Need to Advance Your Career

Whether you are looking to connect with fellow global communication professionals, access educational resources to further your career, gain distinction through GCCC certification programs or simply stay on top of the latest news in the global communication industry, IABC membership is here for you. IABC’s unique tiered membership structure allows you to take advantage of the resources you need, no matter what your career goals are.

Members enjoy exclusive benefits to:

Build community

Find mentors and tap into a global network of peers for answers to pressing questions through our private online community for IABC members only, relaunching soon, and on LinkedIn.

Advance your career

Access critical information when you need it, from an online library that includes award-winning case studies, webinars, podcasts and more.
Keep growing with discounts on professional development through IABC On Demand online courses, the IABC World Conference, Gold Quill Awards, and with chapter and regional events in your local area.
Access discounts on professional certification through the Global Communication Certification Council (GCCC).

Stay ahead of global trends

Stay current with Catalyst articles and other content on critical industry topics delivered to your inbox.

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What type of membership is right for you?

Where are you in your career?

IABC offers varied membership options that cater to your career goals, whether you are just getting started or well established and looking to level-up.

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IABC Membership Options and Dues

IABC Member: $280 + Chapter & Region dues
IABC+ Member: $420 + Chapter & Region dues
Early Career Member: $195 + Chapter & Region dues
Campus to Career Member: $70 + Chapter & Region dues
Group Member: $238 + Chapter & Region dues
Student Member: $40
Retired Member: $105

IABC operates on an annual dues cycle, operating 1 January - 31 December each year. When you join IABC mid-year, your international dues will be adjusted to reflect where you are at in that cycle.

Please note that members from low to middle-income countries as defined by the World Bank are eligible for tiered membership pricing. Contact member_relations@iabc.com for more information.

Group and Corporate Membership

Looking to invest in your team’s professional development, business connections, credentials, team recognition, and help them stay on top of trends through IABC membership? Contact our member relations team for more information.

Group Discounts

Businesses planning to purchase membership for five or more employees receive a 15% discount on membership. Contact our member relations team to learn more set up your discounted membership.

Hear from Our Members

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IABC has been contributing to my success my whole career. Sometimes the win is access to a new skill, tool, or strategy. Sometimes it is about recruiting talent. Other times it is the networking that provides needed energy. The awards inspire. The advocacy helps. I always renew my membership!

Tracy Ross Walden,
VP Communications, Plug'n Drive