MEMBERSHIP PROFILE

As a member, you will be joining a community of national, regional and international development finance institutions, NGOs, private foundations, industry associations, professional firms, microfinance institutions, banks, insurance companies, venture capital firms, private equity fund managers, and several other impact investors and financiers, regulators, policymakers and  engagement practitioners with whom you can share ideas and opportunities. 

Members are invited to take part in a variety of networking and professional development opportunities, receive pertinent research on emerging issues, be included in case studies, participate in committees and sub-committees, and have access to sample organisational policies and examples of good practice. Additionally we have many face-to-face opportunities for our members and a host of online opportunities you can join.

Why Become a Member?

When you become a member of ABSUC you join an expanding community of sustainability practitioners, investors, and companies working for the socioeconomic growth of Africa. ABSUC is a learning organisation with inclusive, cooperative, and participatory processes that are accessible and accountable to all members.

ABSUC’s work, both internally and as a collective of members, is grounded in our shared vision of SME-sector growth, environmental sustainability, human dignity, transparency and accountability, financial inclusion, and participation for all. While we do not necessarily support or endorse all activities or positions of our many and diverse members, we encourage all members to work toward ethical and anti-oppressive practices and to engage in dialogue and critical reflection with the Network on issues of collective concern and importance.

Membership Benefits

 By virtue of your membership in ABSUC, you will:

• Access a network of global, regional, and national institutions and industry organisations and individuals to share knowledge, skills and create new collaboration opportunities
• Access ABSUC’s extensive communications network to promote your organisation, initiatives, projects, events, and employment opportunities
• Access coaching by ABSUC staff to enhance your public engagement endeavours
• Build capacity through public and customized training opportunities for members
• Increase your organisational capacity through access to policy development support and media exposure
• Participate in the governance of  the African SME Finance and Investment Network by serving on the Board of Directors, regional advisory boards, committees, and sub-committees
• Help set ABSUC’s priorities and strategic directions, and put forward resolutions on matters of importance to SME Finance in Africa
• Provide input into the Network’s priorities and strategic directions, and build knowledge on sector issues
• Share your knowledge and gain valuable skills by sitting on an ABSUC, Committee
• Access  ABSUC resources, including Green Finance partners, meeting rooms, a small but growing library, and button maker
• Be represented at the national, regional and international levels on ABSUC priority issues
• Receive topical, timely, and interesting information about national and regional SME finance and investment issues and trends
• Increase the strength and leverage of our collective efforts in working for SME-sector growth, financial sustainability sustainable development, and environmental sustainability in Africa.

ABSUC is an all-inclusive organisation. Membership is now Open. Join Today.

By becoming a member of ABSUC, we endorse the vision, goals, and principles of the African Business Sustainability Council, and agree wherever possible to lend its expertise and experience to common initiatives and to regional and global advocacy efforts. Furthermore, we agree to work toward the principles of the Network. By completing this form we agree to be identified publicly as a member of the Network. 

Kindly complete the Online Membership Form now to join the ABSUC.