Affiliation

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Local SCM groups are the life of the movement. Some groups focus on discussion and theology, others share regularly in prayer and worship, some are committed to campaigning and activism, some do a mix of all of these. What they have in common is that they are inclusive, welcoming places for exploring faith. If you are already part of a student group or a chaplaincy community that shares this vision or you want to get a group started then why not affiliate to SCM?

The SCM network is made up of local groups as well as individual members. There are two forms of group membership: affiliated and associate.
Affiliated membership is available to any group of students (including societies and chaplaincy groups) aged 16 or over based in an educational institution. Chaplains may also affiliate on behalf of students involved more informally in their chaplaincy. Local groups and affiliated chaplaincies are entitled to vote at General Meetings and receive publicity materials to display which show that they are part of the movement.

Associate membership is open to any group or network not officially attached to an educational institution – for example, church-based student groups or regional chaplaincy co-ordinators. Associates receive the same resources as affiliated links, but are not entitled to vote at General Meetings.

Affiliating to SCM

There are different levels of membership so that you can choose the one that is most appropriate for your needs.

Level of membership	Annual fee for student groups or associates	Annual fee for chaplaincies	Copies of Movement each term
Seed	£20	£25	1
Shoot	£30	£35	2
Seedling	£45	£60	5
Tree	£90	£100	10

If you would like to start an SCM group, affiliate to SCM or become an associate link then please get in touch with Lizzie Gawen, our Groups Worker, by emailing groups@movement.org.uk or phoning 0121 2003355. You can also download the affiliation form here. Simply fill it in and return it to the SCM office.

What does it mean to be affiliated to SCM?

Be part of a vibrant, growing ecumenical community. Meet like-minded people from across the country at SCM events. Share worship, action, fun and reflection.

Call on SCM’s trained staff. Call on us for training, advice and support. SCM has expertise in a wide range of issues affecting both students and chaplains. Invite us to lead workshops or discussions. Use our database of speakers, contacts and ideas.

Participate and have your say. SCM is student-led. Join in planning and decisions at gatherings. Tell us what you think!

Promote your group or chaplaincy. All links get free publicity materials including postcards and posters every year. We can also spread the word about local events via the SCM website, Facebook and Twitter.

Take a global view. Take advantage of SCM’s membership in the World Student Christian Federation (WSCF). Explore twinning or exchanges with groups and chaplaincies in other countries. Send students to international conferences and assemblies.

We need your support! Local groups and links are the visible face of SCM on campuses, the heart of our nationwide community, and a key source of support and funding. You are the movement in a very real sense. If you are able to pay more than the suggested fee to support our vital work, please consider doing so!

Use SCM resources. All groups and affiliated links receive Movement magazine every term, and have access to our online resources.

Be hospitable. Why not host an SCM gathering or regional get-together? Meet new friends and build up links between chaplaincies and groups across the country.