Benefits of Membership

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Why Join IWRC?

IWRC membership gives wildlife rehabilitation professionals access to science-based resources, exclusive tools, and a global network built on decades of expertise. Whether you are just starting out or have years of experience, membership supports your growth at every stage of your career.

Individual and Student Member Benefits

1. Journal of Wildlife Rehabilitation: Receive a subscription to our peer-reviewed Journal of Wildlife Rehabilitation, including archive access, one of the leading publications in the field.

2. Course and Literature Discounts: Members receive discounts on IWRC training course registration and selected literature orders, making professional development more accessible at every level.

3. Members-Only Website Access: Access the members-only section of the IWRC website, including online Kcal and dosage calculators to support day-to-day wildlife care decisions.

4. Standards for Wildlife Rehabilitation: Get free online access to the Standards for Wildlife Rehabilitation, the most widely referenced guidelines in the field.

5. Webinar Library: Access our full webinar library and Coffee & Tea with IWRC seminar archive, featuring expert speakers on topics across wildlife rehabilitation.

6. Membership Directory: Access and option to be included in the IWRC online membership directory, connecting you with wildlife professionals worldwide.

7. Bulletin Board: Ability to post jobs, research requests, and animals for placement to the IWRC bulletin board, exclusively available to members.

8. Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Members gain access to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Birds of the World, a comprehensive resource for bird biology and conservation.

9. Monthly Newsletter: Stay up to date with a subscription to the IWRC monthly newsletter, covering news, resources, and updates from across the field.

10. Printable Membership Card: Receive a printable IWRC membership card to recognize your professional affiliation.

11. Personalized Staff Support: Get personalized support from IWRC staff to help you make the most of your membership and resources.

12. Voting Privileges: Individual and student members can vote in IWRC board elections, helping shape the future of the organization.

Family Membership

Family membership includes all Individual and Student benefits for two people, making it easy for partners or household members to stay connected to the wildlife rehabilitation community together.