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Institutional Membership Paths for IAEDM Launch

For this public launch phase, IAEDM accepts applications from ministries/associations and country-level bodies. Individual membership is not presented as an active public path.

Launch Membership Paths

Two public paths for structured onboarding

These paths keep IAEDM aligned with its global structure: national associations, affiliated ministries, country bodies, and verified organizational participation.

Path A

Ministry / Association Membership

Use this path for established drama ministries, ministry networks, or recognized associations seeking IAEDM membership review and verification.

Structured ministry or association intake
Organization verification workflow
Association affiliation and country context
Future membership number and directory validation

Start Ministry/Association Application

Path B

Country Membership

Use this path where a country-level body, national drama association, or recognized country coordination structure is seeking IAEDM recognition and onboarding.

Country-level membership intake
National association or country body review
Leadership and affiliated ministries context
Preparation for country page and directory alignment

Start Country Application

Application Readiness

Information to prepare before applying

A complete application helps IAEDM review your request professionally and connect your record to the right country, association, ministry, or future membership structure.

Official ministry, association, or country body name Country and association affiliation where applicable Leadership contact details Brief history, purpose, and current ministry activity Registration or recognition status where available Website, social media, or supporting reference links where available

Review Process

What happens after submission

Submit application

Choose the appropriate launch path and submit the required ministry, association, or country-level information.

Secretariat review

The IAEDM team reviews the application, confirms basic details, and follows up where clarification is needed.

Alignment and onboarding

Approved records can then be aligned with country pages, ministry records, membership records, and future directory visibility.

Secretariat Contact

For membership questions, application clarifications, or country-level guidance, contact the IAEDM Secretariat.

Executive Secretary: Joy Joseph · South Africa

Assistant Executive Secretary: Adedeji Adekusibe · Nigeria