The AWC in Finland has both American (Full members) and International members (Associate members).

Full members:

  • Americans by virtue of place of birth
  • Americans by parentage
  • Americans by naturalization
  • Former American citizens
  • English speaking wives/partners of American citizens
  • Daughters of American who are of have been full members of the AWC

Associate members:

  • Non US citizens: To become an associate member, a person must attend 2 monthly meetings within 2 years as the guest of a member (guest fee 5€ per meeting). The member must then write a letter of recommendation to the Executive Board.
  • Membership is maintained by attending at least two meetings during the club year.

Honorary member:

  • The American Ambassador to Finland, if a woman, or the wife of the American Ambassador.

Membership benefits:

  • All members receive the monthly newsletter, annual directory, and access to the club's many activities and interest groups.
  • We hold an annual new members reception where new members, Board members, and interest group leaders can interact and get to know each other.

How to join:

All memberships become effective upon payment of dues (30€ per year). Dues can be made to the club bank account or in person at a meeting.

There are alternate memberships avaiable, upon request, for members who are unable to attend meetings or who have moved away. Click here for more informaiton.

 

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