Q: I am a member of JASID. However, I was told “You are not a member of JASID” when I submitted a paper or applied for the conference
A: Simply applying for membership does not mean that you are a member of the Society. After your application for membership has been reviewed by the Executive Board and the first payment of the membership fee has been completed, you will be given a membership number and will be able to use the membership services as a current member. In some cases, the status has not been changed from “applying” to “current” because the...
Q: I am on a leave of absence from university. Can I still enroll in JASID as a student member?
A: Every August, we ask student members to submit their student ID card to prove that they are students. At this time, they can continue their student membership if they submit a copy of a document that proves that they are on a leave of absence (e.g., a certificate of absence from school). Please note that you must remember to renew your membership every year until you return to school. If not submitted, you will...
Q: Is there a system to suspend membership?
A: We have decided to introduce a self-suspension system starting in FY2023. Only members who have no unpaid membership fees will be eligible to take advantage of this system. It is possible to take a leave of absence for up to four consecutive years. The following membership services will be suspended during the self-suspension period Mailing of the “Journal of International Development Studies” Distribution of ML Conference application and presentation Right to vote in...
