Professional Memberships
Individuals working in water quality and contributing to making our world a better place to live.
Professional Membership Types
Professional
Designed for individuals involved or interested in water quality.
Annual Dues (US$) $144
PROFESSIONAL OPERATOR
For those directly involved in water reuse, wastewater treatment, collection systems, or laboratory operations. License number is required to confirm eligibility.
Annual Dues (US$) $77
YOUNG PROFESSIONAL
This special dues pricing is available for 3 years to former student members or prospective members who are under the age of 35.
Annual Dues (US$) $50
GLOBAL PROFESSIONAL
For those living outside of the U.S., U.S. Territories, and Canada. This type includes conference discounts.
Annual Dues (US$) $144
E-GLOBAL
For those living outside the U.S., U.S. Territories, and Canada. This type excludes conference discounts and is restricted to those who live outside of the U.S.
Annual Dues (US$) $33
EXECUTIVE
For upper-level managers interested in an expanded suite of WEF products/services.
Annual Dues (US$) $319
Life Member
WEF members with 35 or more consecutive years of WEF membership and who are 65 years or older can request this membership. APPLY HERE.
Annual dues are complimentary.
MEMBER BENEFITS
Membership benefits include access to exclusive content, discounts on products and services, networking opportunities, and a platform to share best practices.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
WEF is committed to enhancing diversity, equity, an inclusion to create an organization that acknowledges and celebrates our unique differences among our members, partners, staff, and more.
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Awards & Recognition
WEF proudly promotes opportunities to recognize individuals and organizations who make outstanding contributions to the water environment profession and to the organization.
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Community Engagement
As a membership organization, WEF understands the value of member engagement and using the collective knowledge of an entire profession to improve water quality worldwide.
Find Your Community
WEFUnity Online Community Platform
This virtual workspace empowers WEF members to network and collaborate in an online environment. Chat with other members, share news, and find opportunities to get involved.
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Member Associations
Tap into a global network with local impact. WEF’s Member Associations (MAs) offer training, events, and resources tailored to strengthen professionals and communities in every region.
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Young Professionals
Build skills, connections, and fuel your growth. WEF connects students, young professionals, and emerging leaders with resources, mentorship, and leadership opportunities to accelerate career success.
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Professional Operators
From the excitement of Operations Challenge to the practical skills of our Wastewater Treatment Fundamentals series, WEF equips operators with opportunities to learn, compete, and lead—all through a discounted membership.
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Member Associations
Tap into a global network with local impact. WEF’s Member Associations (MAs) offer training, events, and resources tailored to strengthen professionals and communities in every region.
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Young Professionals
Build skills, connections, and fuel your growth. WEF connects students and young professionals with resources, mentorship, and leadership opportunities to accelerate career success.
Get Involved with YPs
Professional Operators
From the excitement of Operations Challenge to the practical skills of our Wastewater Treatment Fundamentals series, WEF equips operators with opportunities to learn, compete, and lead—all through a discounted membership.
Meet Your WEF Membership Team
Austen Gage
Manager, Member Experience
Naja Brown
Membership Coordinator
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Your Membership Team is happy to answer your questions and provide any help you need.
Where the Water Sector Connects
See how WEF connects the people and ideas driving clean water and public health. Membership gives you access to benefits, resources, and a network committed to impact.
