Registered in the USA, RASA is an NGO with global membership. Russian-speaking scholars and university professors from various countries who share the Association’s goals can apply for membership through THIS FORM. Another option is to ask a RASA member to offer your candidacy to the Membership Committee.
RASA members are lawful residents of countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa, Australia, and Oceania—anywhere Russian-speaking scholars are free to work and express themselves. You can find detailed information about the current membership policy at the bottom of this page.
Ordinary (full) members of the Association pay membership dues and have voting rights at its annual meetings, as well as the right to elect and be elected to its governing bodies, in accordance with the Bylaws. Associate members do not pay dues but have the right to attend RASA’s annual meetings, public sessions of its governing bodies, and participate in its activities in various forms.
The Board of RASA has established the following ordinary membership dues:
- $ 25 – early career (graduate student, postdoc, etc.)
- $ 50 – regular level
- $ 100 – full professor or equivalent outside of academia
In exceptional circumstances, the RASA membership committee may propose adjustments to the dues for certain members. Additionally, contributions towards the association’s development are always welcome.
You can pay the dues using PayPal by sending the payment to the following email address: [email protected]. Alternatively, if you prefer to make a payment by check, please contact us at this email address and we will provide you with the necessary instructions.