BE an Industry-Leading Professional with SWANA
SWANA membership gives you the tools, training, connections, and credibility to move your career – and the industry – forward. Join a community of thousands driving a smarter, safer, and more sustainable future in waste and resource management.
New Team Advantage Membership
Due to popular request, SWANA offers a new opportunity to extend benefits to your whole team while streamlining dues and maximizing savings for certification courses, on-demand resources, RCon™, networking events, and more.
Membership Categories
Make your SWANA membership work for you! SWANA has up leveled its membership to be practical and flexible with both individual and enterprise memberships.
- Individual – Your individual membership type is determined by your current employment status.
- Team Advantage – Organizations can enjoy the freedom to support multiple employees under a single, cost-effective account.
- Young Professionals – A dynamic membership for anyone in the industry 35 years of age or younger.
- Student – A free membership for full-time undergrad or graduate students.
- International – Become a member of SWANA even if you live outside of North America.
Membership Benefits
From Technical Divisions to the 47 chapters across North America, SWANA membership connects you to a trusted community, practical resources, and career‑building opportunities to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.
Membership FAQ
Have a question about becoming a SWANA member? Browse the most common membership questions in our Membership FAQ.
Volunteering with SWANA
SWANA is committed to providing members the opportunity to contribute their expertise to the industry. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and experience levels to collaborate on these opportunities!
New Member Resources
Start addressing the challenges and opportunities within the field of waste and resource management with this helpful list to help you maximize the value of your membership.
Member Spotlight
As a member, share your good news with SWANA to help us amplify the impactful work our members are doing in their communities.
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