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Become an Associate

If you are in the early stages of your dispute resolution career, then Associate membership is right for you.

Become an Associate

If you are in the early stages of your dispute resolution career, then Associate membership is right for you.

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*To apply, you must first create or log into your MyCiarb account.

Benefits

Signify your professional credibility by displaying the ACIArb postnominal.

Promote your skills and experience through your entry on Ciarb’s online Member Directory.

Stay informed on the latest industry and Ciarb developments through:

  • eSolver: your monthly newsletter.
  • Resolver: your quarterly online magazine.
  • Arbitration: The Journal of International Arbitration, Mediation and Dispute Management - Ciarb’s peer-reviewed academic journal.
  • Articles on the Ciarb website.

Network and connect with other members through Ciarb’s global and local events and network of over 40 Branches.

Demonstrate your commitment to the highest professional standards and ethics in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) by adhering to the Ciarb Code of Professional and Ethical Conduct.

Be heard by sharing your views through participating in Ciarb’s responses to consultations.


Requirements

Choose one of the following routes to Associate membership:

  • The Ciarb assessment route: Successfully complete one of our Associate grade assessments.
  • The RCP route: Submit evidence that you have successfully completed an accredited course with one of our Recognised Course Providers (RCP).*
  • The experience route: Provide evidence of a minimum of six months’ experience in dispute avoidance or dispute management.*

Annual membership fee

Associate grade membership fees differ depending on your country of residence, and the month in which you join us (fees are pro-rata on a monthly basis).

*Candidates who complete courses with Ciarb or with one of Ciarb’s RCPs, should apply for membership within two years of completion.