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Currently, there is no funding for EQUAL.
When we have updates to our financial details, including any grants or fundraising activities, we will post them here.
Sliding Scale Memberships
EQUAL intends to implement a sliding scale of membership fees for our community. This is done to intentionally level the field for people from diverse sectors and geographies who have different experiences and opportunities. The annual fees are designed to maximize participation and ensure that marginalized voices have access to the resources available on the platform.
FAQs
Why does EQUAL use a sliding-scale system?
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Our Membership scale is based on the understanding that inequalities influence the financial opportunities of our members' community. Many organizations from the Global North have the financial flexibility and freedom to commit to annual fees with minimal impact on their operations, but many do not. EQUAL aims to take this into account to promote cross sector and international dialogues regardless of financial position.
How does the tiered structure work?
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We ask higher income organizations and individuals to contribute fees proportional to their circumstances, and in turn support the fees of lower income memberships. We assess the financial position and geographical location of organizations to allocate them to a tier. This is done intentionally to ensure equitable access to the platform and its resources for all.
How will EQUAL use membership fees?
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Our goal is to sustain this Network for years to come. Annual fees and fundraising efforts will purchase our platform subscription, pay stipends for our volunteers, speakers and leadership. Platinum Partners commit to sponsoring membership fees for low-income Access Partners.
Additional questions or feedback?
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We take into account personal circumstances and encourage prospective members to reach out to hello@equalnetwork.org with questions or concerns regarding membership fees.
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