Membership
Join us in strengthening and advancing inclusive, local governance!
Membership in The Resource Exchange is a shared investment of time, expertise, relationships and resources.
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You belong here if you are …
Are actively working to strengthen local governance in your context.
Believe that communities should be supported or lead decisions about land and natural resources.
Seek practical tools, relationships, and knowledge that support inclusive local governance.
Want to contribute your technical expertise or lived experience.
Are committed to responsible practice and continuous learning.
Value long-term collaboration and trusted partnerships across borders, sectors and perspectives.
Become a Member
Members are at the heart of The Resource Exchange.
Members commit to a two-year engagement cycle, where they actively participate in and shape the network.
What members do:
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Participate in learning activities such as Technical Exchanges, workshops and summits
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Share experience, insights and practical approaches from their work
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Co-design and lead activities aligned with TRE priorities
Build relationships across regions and stakeholder groups
Engage through the Virtual Hub and ongoing community touchpoints
What members receive:
Full access to the TRE Virtual Hub and resources
Priority access to activities and opportunities
Connection to global peers and experts
Opportunities for advisory support and collaboration
A platform to share and apply knowledge in real-world contexts
Membership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening inclusive local governance through collaboration, learning and action
Become a Partner
Partners support and strengthen The Resource Exchange.
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Partners may not participate regularly in all activities, but they play a critical role in sustaining and advancing the network.
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Partners may:
Provide financial or in-kind support
Contribute expertise, tools or services
Collaborate on specific activities, regions or themes
Support member-led initiatives and experimentation -
Partnerships help expand the reach and impact of The Resource Exchange by connecting resources to real needs on the ground.
Join as a
TRE Friend
TRE Friends stay connected and engaged in a lighter way.
This is a flexible option for individuals or organizations who are interested in the work and want to stay involved without a formal membership commitment.
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TRE Friends can:
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Receive updates and community newsletters
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Join selected open events and sessions
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Explore resources and insights
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Stay connected to the network and its work
TRE Friends are an important part of the broader ecosystem supporting inclusive local governance
What TRE Membership Means
By joining, you become part of a trusted global community that is collaborative, practical, forward-thinking and committed to strengthening governance where it matters most:
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Connections with peers
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Access to The Resource Exchange Virtual Hub (our online platform for tools, resources and connections)
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Invitations to learning and dialogue activities: online and in-person workshops, technical exchanges, and summits designed for experiential, participant-led learning.
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Opportunities to co-design and participate in activities, shape tools, and collaborate with practitioners across regions.
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Visibility and recognition for yourself and organization
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Eligibility for tailored technical advisory support
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Inclusion in a global member directory offering direct connection to practitioners and experts