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Benefits of Membership

The Society for Ecological Restoration (SER) is a global network of members promoting participatory, knowledge-based approaches to restoration.

Membership provides access to a community of 5,000 individuals and groups, along with resources, scientific research, and discounts on learning opportunities and certification. Join SER to support our collective efforts to restore an ecologically healthy relationship between nature and humans.

Why Join?

Networking

It's not who you know, it's who others know. SER convenes the world's experts on ecological restoration.

Collaborate on SER Connect, our members-only, online community platform for networking and resource-sharing.

Complimentary membership to one Regional Chapter.

Network at World Conferences and regional events.

Connect with members in a specific region, area or biome of expertise using our member directory.

Community

Connect with 5,000 members in 138 countries committed to sharing knowledge and advancing the field.

Join Thematic Sections and Working Groups.

Participate in committees that shape the field's future.

Share knowledge and learn from professionals working across all ecosystem types.

Engage with experts in academia, the private sector, NGOs, community organizations, and government agencies.

Impact

SER's high level trajectory on the global stage is helping advance international ecological restoration policy.

Support the development of international standards, guidelines, and principles.

Contribute to UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration activities.

Participate in global policy initiatives.

Help shape the future of ecological restoration worldwide.


Learning

Access peer-reviewed research in our journal, member publications, and continuing education resources in SER's online libraries.

Reduced registration rates at SER World and regional events.

Subscription to Restoration Ecology journal.

Access to our Webinar Library and Conference Video Library.

Discounted subscriptions to partner journals.

25% discount on Island Press books.

Monthly newsletters and SERNews quarterly resources roundup.

Continuing Education Credits for professional certification in ecological restoration.

Credibility

Raise your reputation through professional certification, presenting at conferences and webinars, and featuring your work and organization.

Special pricing for CERP program fees.

Present at SER World and regional conferences, and webinars.

Learn about publishing in Restoration Ecology.

Feature your work in member spotlights and Restoration Stories.

Restoration Directory listing for Business and Organizational members.

Career Center access and job posting discounts.

Learn more:

Individual Memberships

Group Memberships

Returning Members, login here to renew your membership or access your account.

What Our Members Say

Emanuela Weidleich

"Working in restoration and conservation can feel like 'running against the wind', but connecting with others facing similar challenges keeps me motivated working in this amazing field."

Tom Kaye

"My personal commitment to habitat restoration, coupled with a deep respect for the Society for Ecological's role in linking science and practice, made lifetime membership the right choice."

Maha Guliani

"Being a member of the Society for Ecological Restoration is like being a kid at the candy store. SER’s online platform is filled with valuable content applicable to anyone at any career stage."

Our Member Community at a Glance
SER believes that cost shouldn't be a barrier to participation in the restoration community, which is why we offer flexible membership options to ensure ecological restoration professionals from all backgrounds can access our valuable resources and network.

5,000 members Across 138 countries

Ready to Join?

Individual Memberships

Group Memberships

Returning Members, login here to renew your membership or access your account

Membership Options

Individual Memberships

Standard Membership: Full access to all member benefits for restoration professionals and supporters ($95 per year).

Membership for All Initiative

  • Equity Rate for those with limited income ($25 per year).
  • Open Doors for those unable to pay (No Fee, application required).

Emerging Professionals: For students and early-career restorationists ($40 per year).

Retiree Membership: For semi or fully retired individuals passionate about restoration ($55 per year).

Restorer Membership: Premium membership that includes, support for Equity and Open Doors memberships, a Restoration Directory listing, and additional CERP discounts ($300 per year).

Lifetime Membership: A lifetime commitment to supporting SER ($1,950 one-time fee with instalment options available)

Group Memberships

Standard Business ($1,250 per year)
  • Benefits for up to 8 staff members
  • Enhanced Restoration Directory listing
  • Business Member Insider subscription
  • VIP event invitations
  • SER Business Member logo use
Flex Business ($2,500 per year)
  • Benefits for up to 20 staff members
  • All Standard Business benefits, plus:
  • Flexible CERP/CERPIT registration options
  • Advertising opportunities
  • Customizable member package
Organizational ($463 per year)
  • Benefits for up to 5 staff members
  • Basic Restoration Directory listing
  • Equity rate is $120 per year
All group memberships include:
  • Institutional visibility in restoration field
  • Employee access to SER resources
  • Support for global restoration initiatives

All fees in USD. Memberships run annually unless otherwise noted.
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