Membership
Membership is open to all media professionals who are dedicated and committed to the principles of press freedom and NEAJA.
1. General Member
Journalists demonstrating a sincere, constructive interest in furthering ethnic Nepali journalism in the North American region and Nepal, and subscribing to the purposes of the Association as stated in the Articles of Incorporation, may become general members after completing a Membership Application, and paying the annual due of US $ 50.00. The membership shall be valid for two years. However, the general Convention can change the fees and other requirements. Membership should be renewed before a week of the general convention. Renewal fee shall be US $ 35.00 for one term.
Applicants for membership need to apply with minimum two references from two reputed media professionals.
Working Committee shall decide whether or not to grant the membership.
2. Honorary Member
Persons who have made a substantial contribution to the growth of ethnic Nepali journalism can be granted honorary membership. However, they will not be eligible to be elected for the executive committee or cast vote for such committees.
Membership Ineligibility
Any member who commits the following acts shall be declared ineligible for membership:
The one who acts or performs against the organization's objectives and principles.
Individual who has committed any crimes, felony charges, involved in any unlawful activities and has violated the rule of land.
Executive committee can cancel the membership of an individual of any of the above implies but will be given an opportunity to clarify.
Automatic Termination of Membership
- Any member who knowingly violates the SPJ Code of Ethics, their membership will be terminated automatically.
- Any member who has been convicted of 2nd degree or higher level of crime in their local jurisdictions will be automatically terminated.
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