TNOYS Individual Membership

The following benefits apply to individual members. Join online by credit card or download an individual application to take advantage of these great services.

TNOYS responds to your needs

Regional representatives on the Board of Directors speak for members in their part of the state, as they direct the actions of the network; members are also welcome to attend regular meetings of the Board or participate on committees. Training surveys, data surveys, and other requests for input give members a chance to guide our search for resources and plan of action. The office, supported by full time staff, is always just a phone call (or email) away. We want to hear from you!

Advocate - Annual Dues $50 (A person who is interested in supporting and advocating for the values and work of TNOYS)
As an Advocate Member of TNOYS, you will receive the following benefits:

• Newsletters- You will receive our Policy Brief e-newsletter to keep you informed of legislative and other policy developments of interest to Texas youth and families and the people who serve them. In addition, you will be offered free subscriptions to TNOYS Today, our RHY E-Bulletin, and Tex-Net News, to stay abreast of what is happening at our organization and throughout our network, updates pertaining to programs for runaway and homeless youth, and news and leading research in the youth services field.
• Publications- You will receive a copy of the TNOYS Legislative Advocacy Guide, as well as fact sheets and other materials developed to assist members with their advocacy efforts. In addition, you will have access to electronic copies of all major TNOYS publications and reports, including our Annual Report and special policy reports.
• Representation- You will be eligible to participate in all member surveys and vote in any voting procedure of the general membership. The priorities identified by our members will be promoted at the Texas legislature by our staff.
• Opportunities for participation- You will be invited to participate in policy meetings and work groups, member meetings, and other networking events. You will also receive notices for our training workshops and conferences.
• Opportunities for leadership- You will have access to resources that will make it possible for you to be a strong, effective advocate for Texas youth, including opportunities to testify and play a leadership role in policy work groups. You will be eligible to serve on the TNOYS Board of Directors, if nominated.
• Personal satisfaction- You will have the satisfaction of knowing that you are supporting a leading voice in advocating for youth and families in at-risk situations and the community-based agencies that serve them in our state.

Professional - Annual Dues $75 (Licensed, accredited, or certified professionals)
Professional Members of TNOYS will receive all benefits described above, as well as the following additional benefits:

• Reduced registration fees- You will be eligible for a reduced registration fee ($15-$50 savings each) for all TNOYS training workshops and events, including our annual conference, which draws over 500 participants each year.
• FREE Continuing Education certificates- You will be eligible for free continuing education certificates, including the required documentation for Texas social workers, juvenile probation officers, LCDCs, and LPCs.
• Professional exposure- You will have opportunities for professional exposure including opportunities through networking, leadership experience, contributing to our online journal, and serving as a trainer or peer consultant.

Sustaining - Annual Dues $500 (A person who contributes $500 or more during a membership year)
Sustaining Members of TNOYS receive all benefits listed above, as well as the following additional recognition:

• Individual consultation- You will be eligible for one hour of individual consultation from our skilled staff
• Recognition- You will be given special recognition in our annual report and on our website, if desired.

 

Special Individual Membership categories

Student - Annual Dues $25 (Youth under 21 or full-time student at any level of study)

• Student Membership offers a discounted rate to full-time students, who are eligible to receive all benefits of Advocate Membership, plus the Professional Member discount for training events and free CEUs

Member Agency Staff - Annual Dues $35 (Employee of a TNOYS Agency Member)

• Member agency staff who join as individual members are already eligible for many benefits through their agency's membership (see Agency Member Benefits)
• Additionally, individual members in this category receive ALL types of information sent to them personally, including our newsletters, publications training notices, and more.
• Agency staff members are also entitled to participate in all member surveys and vote in any voting procedure of the general membership as individuals.

 

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