How To Become a Member of DWDT

Role of DWDT Members

DWDT is an independent voluntary sector organisation and a not for private profit company limited by guarantee. The Members are people who 'own' DWDT. In practice this involves supporting the work of the Trust, as described below, attending and voting at Annual General Meetings and electing Members to the Board of Directors (only members may stand for election as a Director). The liability of Members is limited to £5. There is no annual subscription fee.

Type of Membership

You can become a Member either as an individual or a group. Individual and group Members have the same rights and powers under DWDT's Memorandum & Articles of Association. Group membership is for corporate bodies and associations who must nominate someone to represent their organisation. The nominated person cannot send a deputy in their place or vote by proxy.

Commitment

To become a Member of DWDT we ask you to:

1. Support DWDT's commitment to the social, economic and environmental regeneration of communities. Examples of support provided by Members include:

• Opportunities for partnership on projects and related funding bids
• Opportunities to reach a new client group or develop new services
• Practical support i.e. contacts, accommodation use, discounted goods/services etc. to assist DWDT achieve its aims and objectives

2. Familiarise yourself with DWDT's Memorandum & Articles of Association (these can be inspected on request at DWDT's office).

Applying for Membership

If you/your organisation would like to become a Member of DWDT, please contact our Chief Executive, Marisa Graziano, on 01709 866466 or by email admin@dwdt.org.uk