Become a TasCOSS Member

TasCOSS Member Benefits:

A Strong Voice to Government

TasCOSS provides strong advocacy for state legislative reform that makes a real, lasting difference and provides oversight of Tasmanian Government governance and processes.
Harness our Policy Expertise

Members receive analysis and in-depth commentary about Tasmanian Government policy and budgets, as well as the opportunity to proactively engage in our advocacy and policy work through regular member-only Policy Conversations.
Tap into a Wealth of Knowledge

Members receive access to TasCOSS's extensive online Resources Library, which features research, analysis, submissions and reviews.
Exclusive Access to Training and Events

Discounted and exclusive training and workshop opportunities, including our Changemakers Masterclasses and upcoming biennial conference in 2027.

Join TasCOSS and challenge and change Tasmania!

With ever-emerging crises and operating challenges in a constrained funding environment, it is more important than ever that the community services industry are working together.

That is why now is the ideal time to add your support and join us in advocating for a stronger, well-supported industry, so we can continue to deliver essential services to Tasmanians in need, when and where they need them.

Find out more about the many benefits of TasCOSS Membership!

TasCOSS works with our members to support our state’s essential community services industry. By joining TasCOSS you will be joining a diverse group of citizens who stand up for equality, brave leadership and our shared humanity

There are three types of TasCOSS Membership:

Individual Membership: For individuals who work directly in/with the community services industry.
Organisational Membership: For organisations/peak bodies working in/with the community services industry.
Associate Membership: For government bodies, politicians, consultants and general supporters. Associate Membership may be offered to organisations and individuals who fall outside the definition. Associate Members are not eligible to vote.

How to become a TasCOSS Member:

If you work for a TasCOSS Organisational Member, you are already entitled to all the benefits of TasCOSS membership via your employer. If you are an individual or represent an organisation that wishes to join us, please follow these simple steps:

Complete the TasCOSS Membership online application form below.
The TasCOSS Board will review your application at its next meeting and you will be notified of the outcome.
If successful, you will receive your TasCOSS Member website login and link to create your profile. You will also be prompted to pay your TasCOSS Membership fees.
You’re officially a TasCOSS Member. Share in the many TasCOSS Member benefits!

NB: You won’t be asked to pay TasCOSS Membership fees until your application is approved. TasCOSS Membership is annual, commencing 1 July each financial year. Membership fees are adjusted for those joining part way though the financial year. Find out more about TasCOSS Membership fees.

1. Contact Details

1.1 Full Name(Required)

First Last

1.2 Email Address(Required)

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1.3 Phone Number(Required)

1.4 TasCOSS Membership Type(Required)

Please indicate which type of TasCOSS Membership you are applying for. Please note: Associate Membership is awarded at the discretion of the TasCOSS Board.

Individual

Organisational

1.5 TasCOSS Individual Membership Classification(Required)

Please indicate which TasCOSS Individual Membership category best defines you. Your membership fee is determined based on your category. For more information about TasCOSS Membership Fees, please head to tascoss.org.au/members/join/membership-fees.

1.5 TasCOSS Organisational Membership Type(Required)

Please indicate which core annual income range represents most accurately represents your organisation to determine your TasCOSS Organisational Membership tier. Your membership fee is determined based on your tier. For more information about TasCOSS Membership Fees, please head to tascoss.org.au/members/join/membership-fees.

1.6 Organisation Name(Required)

Please provide the name of the organisation applying to be a member of TasCOSS. NB: Each Organisational Member of TasCOSS has one vote. The Designated Member votes of behalf of the organisation in a TasCOSS election.

1.7 Organisation Australian Business Number (ABN)(Required)

Please provide the Australian Business Number (ABN) for your organisation.

1.8 Organisation Region(Required)

Please indicate in which region(s) your organisation is based and operates within.

1.9 Organisation Description(Required)

Please provide a brief overview of your organisation and the services you provide [max. 250 words].

1.10 Organisation Website

Please provide the website URL for your organisation (if applicable).

1.11 Organisation Street Address(Required)

Please provide the street address for the main office/residence of the organisation applying to be a member of TasCOSS.

Street Address City State Postcode Country

1.12 Organisation Postal Address

Please provide the postal address of the organisation applying to be a member of TasCOSS (if different from Street Address above).

Postal Address City State Postcode Country

1.6 Individual Street Address(Required)

Please provide the street address for your main office/residence.

Street Address City State Postcode Country

1.7 Individual Postal Address

Please provide your postal address (if different from Street Address above).

Street Address City State Postcode Country

2. Questionnaire

2.1 What motivated you to join TasCOSS?(Required)

[max. 250 words]

3. Declaration and Privacy Policy

3.1 Declaration(Required)

If successful, I agree to uphold the Objectives, Vision, Purpose and Goals of TasCOSS and abide by the Constitution; and refrain from conduct or action which detracts from the reputation of TasCOSS and TasCOSS Members.

I agree to the terms of the Declaration.

3.2 Privacy Policy(Required)

TasCOSS pledge to respect and uphold your rights to privacy protection under the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) as established under the Privacy Act 1988 and amended by the Privacy Amendment (Enhancing Privacy Protection) Act 2012.
The information provided to TasCOSS will be used for the purposes of assessing eligibility for TasCOSS Membership.

I agree to the Privacy Policy.

3.3 Opt-in to TasCOSS Newsletters

I wish to receive updates via email relevant to TasCOSS’s work (e.g. TasCOSS Member Communications, TasCOSS enews, Training & Events, Consultations & Calls for Input). Skip this question if you do not wish to receive updates or you are already subscribed.

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Become a TasCOSS Member

TasCOSS Member Benefits:

A Strong Voice to Government

Harness our Policy Expertise

Tap into a Wealth of Knowledge

Exclusive Access to Training and Events

Join TasCOSS and challenge and change Tasmania!

1. Contact Details

2. Questionnaire

3. Declaration and Privacy Policy

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