Become a Member

International membership association, advocating for a community of 57,000 governance and risk management professionals from the listed, unlisted and not-for profit sectors.

Our mission is to drive better governance in all organisations, which will in turn create a stronger, better society.

Why become a member?

progress in your career and re-position for your next step
become the go-to expert in your organisation
impress your board and management team
upskill and stay ahead of the competition
be better connected with our 57,000+ strong professional network.

Membership types

We offer three levels of membership to suit every kind of governance and risk professional — from CEOs to Directors and Risk Managers to Company Secretaries.

Affiliated — for aspiring governance or risk practitioners looking to expand their knowledge. Postnominals gained — GIA(Affiliated)
Associate — for professionals with at least six years’ experience or relevant academic experience. Postnominals gained — AGIA (Associate of Governance Institute )
Fellow — for top-tier professionals with at least eight years’ experience or relevant academic experience. Postnominals gained — FGIA (Fellow of Governance Institute )