The Network online community
Got a question or problem? Don’t reinvent the wheel. Tap into The Network of dedicated animal welfare professionals. Crowdsourcing here is an easy, cost-effective way to seek out advice and ideas from your fellow members. Login to The Network.
Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA)
Distinguish your skills and up your game with the only animal welfare leadership credential. Members get 50% off CAWA exam fees—that's nearly $400 in savings. Learn more.
Member Directory
Search the directory by name, title, organization, location, and keyword, and send messages to other members immediately / directly. Check out the member directory in The Network.
Legislative Policy Map
Want to keep track of the animal welfare and veterinary legislation in your state or region? Use this interactive map (must be logged into member account) to see summary information and progress updates on bills that may affect your work within the community.
The Annual Conference
Our conference content is incredible, the opportunities to develop connections invaluable, and the memories formed will fuel your professional growth. Membership includes $200 off conference registration plus a 25% coupon to share with a non-member. Learn about our upcoming annual conference.
SeeDS Assessment
Members receive a 10% discount on the science-based Shelter Employee Engagement & Development Survey assessment program.
$100-$800 value, depending on the number of employees. Discount will be applied once the evaluation process is initiated. Learn More
Roundtable Events on Industry Trends
The Association’s virtual Roundtables on industry trends feature a panel of thought-leaders from within our membership. We like to champion our members. This could be you.
Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Study
Get on-demand insights related to compensation and benefits. Members save $200 on Basic or Premium Access. Read more.
Career Center
Members can list new jobs in the Career Center for free for 30 days. Non-members pay $150 per listing, so even if you post just two jobs per year, your membership has more than paid for itself. Visit the Career Center.
HR & Operations Leadership Group
Since 2020, The Association has hosted a think-tank of Human Resource & Operational leaders from across the field. This collective has a group in The Network and meets regularly. Join the group and you’ll be invited to those meetings.
Members Monthly Newsletter
Here’s where we honor, spotlight, and shout out members. You’ll also receive excusive offers and the first look at new content and career opps.
#leadbyassociation Weekly Industry Newsletter
The one to read to get instantly caught up with what’s going on in the animal welfare profession. Carefully curated cross-organizational content featuring the latest trends and tips.
Certificate Programs
Top-notch self-paced online opportunities for professional development and career advancement, at a discount. Learn more.
- Leadership Certificate Programs – Save $100 - $125
- Fundraising Certificate Programs – Save $126
- Volunteer Engagement Certificate Program – Save $50 per course
Partner Discounts
- Animal Care Expo
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- GrantStation
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The Solutions Summit
Members receive free admission to our live spring online event and its recordings.
Regional Representative Program
This program provides several options for members to connect with their colleagues regionally.
