Membership
Becoming a member of CAAPS Aboriginal Corporation means being part of a community-led organisation dedicated to preserving culture, supporting community wellbeing, and driving self-determined development.
Membership is open to eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who share our vision and meet the requirements outlined in our Rule Book.
As a member, you’ll have a voice in key decisions, elect the board, and help shape the future of our corporation to benefit Aboriginal people who access CAAPS services.
Membership of CAAPS Aboriginal Corporation is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are residents of the Northern Territory and openly accepted by their family and community as maintaining a culturally responsible and sober lifestyle provided they adhere to the policies, procedures and work practices of CAAPS.
Associate Membership of CAAPS Aboriginal Corporation is be open to individuals who are not Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander provided that they are residents of the Northern Territory, maintain a sober lifestyle and are accepted by Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders as sensitive to and supportive to their cultural identity and agree to adhere to the policies, procedures and work practices of CAAPS.
Both members and associate members are invited to attend CAAPS events, including Annual General Meetings and any other special General Meetings, however only members are given voting rights. Associate members may attend on a voluntary or advisory basis but do not hold any voting rights or influence.
Become an Associate Member
All applications for membership shall be considered in accordance with the Rule Book. Such application shall be submitted in writing to the Board using the relevant Membership application form.
All applications for membership shall be considered in accordance with the Rule Book. Such application shall be submitted in writing to the Board using the relevant Membership application form.
The Board will decide, at its sole discretion, the individuals who will be granted and who will retain membership to the Corporation in accordance with the Rule Book.