MembershipWhy Join APNET?

" APNET has been a great organization for networking with informative sessions, plus cultural events and community service. It connects those of various African communities to other cultures and creates a wonderful interaction and learning experience. I highly recommend APNET to anyone interested in expanding their horizons. Thanks for all you do, APNET! " - Dr. Patricia Back, MD.

Membership Benefits

We invite you to join African Professionals Network (APNET), a group of individuals dedicated to enhancing our community. As a member of African Professionals Network (APNET), you belong to a community of professionals who share mutual goals, interests, and commitments. Becoming involved with APNET will allow you to make valuable connections with peers, discover new opportunities, and give back to the community. APNET Membership is open to the general public. APNET does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnicity, religion or political affiliation. To become a member, you either pay membership dues or provide volunteer service. Listed below are some of the benefits of your APNET membership.

Career Building/Internships Opportunities: APNET brings to members the opportunity to focus on professionalism, relationship building, and community engagement. These vital skills are a unique offering through APNET and are recognized as required components for developing your professional image. In addition, APNET occasionally partners with other organizations for internships and jobs; members will learn about these opportunities.

Volunteerism/Community Service: Volunteering is a rewarding way to develop interpersonal skills, create new professional relationships, and apply your expertise to help others. As an APNET member, you will enjoy opportunities to give back to the community by volunteering with APNET community partners. Community engagement activities revolve around providing mentorship to students.

Professional Affiliation: Affiliation with APNET is a boost to your resume. Members who demonstrate a commitment to their personal development, who are involved in community activities and who strive to advance their career through education are more marketable. As an organization composed mostly of professionals of African descent, APNET continues to seek out organizations that have initiatives aimed at recruiting diverse professionals in the region.

Paid Membership

Student Membership
Professional membership
Lifetime Membership
Business Membership
- Corporate
- Corporate Plus
- Executive

Student membership is only available for enrolled students. Keep growing with APNET educational benefits and other professional opportunities available to APNET members. These resources allow you to acquire new skills and advance your professional development. Students have the opportunity to apply for the APNET Student Book Scholarship (must meet eligibility criteria), tap into a network of accomplished professionals and entrepreneurs, and gain mentoring to position yourself to compete in a global marketplace

With a business membership, your organization will gain access to and connect with a diverse group of Individuals. APNET attracts corporations and affiliate partners that offer a rich base of talent, resources and expertise that can help propel members to the next level of success. The resources available to you and connections you’ll make present an outstanding return on your investment of effort, time, and money. This could be one of the best things you could do for yourself and your business.

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Service Membership

Providing volunteer service is another way of becoming a member of APNET. As a volunteer, you will enjoy opportunities to give back to the community by volunteering with APNET community partners locally and abroad. APNET volunteers are also given membership for one year after reporting volunteer hours. Volunteer at least four (4) hours per year towards APNET events, programs, or other volunteer related initiatives.

Volunteer Opportunities

The African Professionals Network (APNET) organizes several events/programs yearly that bring together innovative minds to network; learn how to advance their businesses & professions, and celebrate individuals & businesses that are making a difference in the community. Volunteering is a rewarding way to develop interpersonal skills, create new professional relationships, and apply your expertise to help others.

CLICK HERE: Volunteer with APNET

CLICK HERE: Report Volunteer Hours