Membership

Welcome to AWWA!

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Thank you for becoming an AWWA Member

Since our founding in 1881, AWWA has been a trusted partner for water professionals like you. We know that keeping up with all the changes in water can be overwhelming. We support out members with knowledge, guidance, and a great peer network so you don’t have to tackle these issues alone. As an AWWA member, you get a range of benefits designed to support and help you advance your career as a water professional.

Make the Most of Your Membership

Set Up Your AWWA Account

Set Up Your AWWA Account

Your AWWA account will allow you to access technical reports, make purchases, set your communication preferences, access benefits, and more. If you are a Young Professional, make sure to let us know by selecting the YP interest code or by entering your birthday.

Follow Us on Social Media

Follow Us on Social Media

Follow AWWA on your preferred social media platforms to get the latest news on hot topics in the water sector and stay informed about AWWA events and offerings.

Connect With Your Local Section

Connect With Your Local Section

For members residing in North America, your AWWA membership also comes with membership in your local Section. AWWA’s 43 Sections are the local arm of AWWA and are a great way to connect with local colleagues and have an impact in your community.

Explore AWWA’s Full Range of Resources

Explore AWWA’s Full Range of Resources

AWWA has a library full of technical insights, trainings, and educational resources to help in your day-to-day work.

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Benefits to Explore

Education & Training

AWWA is a leading provider of continuing education and professional development for the water community. We offer in-person conferences and seminars, plus many e-Learning opportunities with virtual events, webinars, and online courses.

  • Conferences, seminars, and symposiums: Join the ongoing conversation about water at AWWA’s many in-person events.
  • Section events and conferences: AWWA’s local Sections host their own events with education and networking opportunities.
  • eLearning: AWWA’s innovative online learning service provides training, professional development, and continuing education credits at your convenience. Options include instructor-led and self-paced courses..
  • Webinars: Attend presentations by leading experts on a broad range of water topics. Some webinars are free for members.  
  • Virtual YPC Events: Join other young professionals and students at virtual events hosted by AWWA’s Young Professionals Committee.

Technical Resources

  • ANSI-Accredited AWWA Standards: From source to storage, and treatment to distribution, AWWA Standards cover all facets of water.
  • Manuals of Practice: AWWA Manuals are consensus documents providing strategies and steps for water system optimization.
  • Technical Reports and Tools: Access a variety of recent reports and tools available to help you perform your job better.
  • Journals & Magazines: For more than 100 years, AWWA has published on the science and technology of water. Journal AWWA, Opflow, and AWWA Water Science provide timely information and research for water professionals. Your membership comes with subscriptions to all three.

Get Involved

  • Publish an Article: Share your ideas with other water professionals by contributing to one of our award-winning journals and magazines.
  • Speak at a Conference: Share your expertise and make your mark as a thought leader by presenting at one of AWWA’s specialty conferences or go for gold and present at ACE!
  • Compete for an Award: Explore our extensive list of awards and get recognition for all the hard work you do for your community; including our 5 Under 35 Award.
  • Volunteer for a Committee: Whether you’re looking to get involved on a local level or with the broader association, there are opportunities for you to make an impact. Volunteering is also a great way to make connections, share your expertise, and gain experience.

Career Center

Follow Your Career Path

Take advantage of AWWA’s Career Center to access the newest job postings in your field. You can also find resources for:

  • Resume Writing
  • Interviewing
  • Career Advancement
  • Career Planning

Email Newsletter

Keep tabs on what’s happening right now in the water sector through:

AWWA Connections is AWWA’s biweekly newsletter for members. Each issue features current news, expert knowledge, careerzone advice, and more.

Refer a Member

Now that you are an AWWA member, share your membership experience with friends and colleagues. Get rewarded for each person who joins. More members mean more connections and resources for you!

The rewards start rolling in with the very first person you bring in. To be eligible for rewards, tell those you refer to include your name and email address on their membership application.

Rewards:

  • 1 member: Commemorative Lapel Pin
  • 2 members: AWWA Dry Bag
  • 3 – 5 members*: $25 Gift Card
  • 6 or more members*: $50 Gift Card

Grand Prize **

For each member you refer, you’ll receive an entry into our 2024 Grand Prize Drawing. The more members you refer, the greater your chances of winning complimentary registration and hotel accommodations for ACE or a check for $1,000 to spend as you wish!

*Members must be recruited within a calendar quarter. Student and retiree members do not count towards quarterly prizes.

**Winners are responsible for any applicable income tax declaration on Grand Prize earnings.

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About

Learn about AWWA's history and continued vision dedicated to a better world through better water.

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Find Your Section

Connect with your colleagues and have an impact in your community.

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Attend an Event

Register for an AWWA event, conference, seminar, or webinar.