We are very excited to know that you are willing and able to join us. Our organizations provides many benefits to any individual who have satisfied the membership criteria and continue to play important roles to support our mission.

Any person who desires to become a member of United African Congress Inc must satisfy the criteria established by UAC Membership Committee responsible for admission as follows:

1.    That he or she is at least over 18 years of age and of sound mind and MUST have graduated from High School at the time of completing the membership form

2.    That he or she subscribes to the purposes and interest of UAC and will strive to uphold the philosophy, goals and objectives of UAC.

3.    That he or she is responsible, honest and law-abiding

4.    That he or she is not at the time of his or her application for membership and during the time of such membership will not be involved or engaged in any form of criminal or illegal activity

5.    That he or she will be loyal to the association and will maintain confidentiality of all proposed projects during meetings unless otherwise noted for public disclosure.

Membership Benefits:

There are many opportunities when an individual becomes a full member of United African Congress. The benefits are provided to each member in good standing regardless of his racial, ethnic, religious, or national background. We do not discriminate and we do our very best to ensure these benefits are provided free of charge. Membership benefits are provided to all category of members, which includes:

1.    Free event tickets or admission to UAC and Affiliate organization events

2.    Discount to business events organized by United African Congress and/or its friends and affiliates in United States and North America 

3.    Discount admission fees to African Diaspora events in New York

4.    Assistance to enroll in free or discount medical insurance plans (HMOs plans)

5.    Legal assistance and counseling in the United States

6.    Monthly special reports and news on Africa and African Diaspora affairs

7.    Access to Membership Online Portal for news and information

8.    Business development networking assistance for business owners

9.  High level meeting opportunities with African Diaspora leaders and African diplomats, business leaders, and government officials

10.    Any other benefit deemed necessary to be provided to the member in good standing by UAC Membership Committee or Executive Council

MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS:

1.     NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS

2.     LETTER OF REFEREE / RECOMMENDATION BY MEMBER (OPTIONAL)

3.     COMPLETED AND SIGNED MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM

4.     2 OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT ISSUED PHOTO IDENTIFICATIONS

5.     2 STANDARD 500X500 PIXELS PASSPORT PHOTOS WITH WHITE BACKGROUND

6.     $150.00 NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION FEES MADE PAYABLE TO:

                        United African Congress, Inc

                        40 Exchange Place 3FL

                        New York, NY 10005