About FIG

Benefits of being a member of FIG

Category Benefits Examples
1.
Global Community & extending usefulness of surveying for the betterment of people and planet

Join a worldwide network of surveyors advancing society, the environment, and the economy.

Engage in international partnerships and leadership initiatives.

Promote global responsibility in the people to- related relationships.

Support smaller member associations through shared awareness.

Contribute to International standard development

Collaborate with international experts on global projects.

Participate in FIG task forces and leadership programs.

Advocate for sustainable land management policies.

Mentor new member associations and share best practices.

 

2.
International Recognition & enhancing Professional Profile

Elevate the national and global profile of the surveying profession.

Gain international and government recognition in your home country.

Engage in dialogue to advocate for industry standards that benefit society.

Represent your country at FIG events and conferences.

Influence national policies through FIG membership.

Influence policymakers and regulators.

3.
Access to the International Surveying Community

Exchange experiences and insights on new developments.

Explore and discover business opportunities including emerging technologies.

Participate in peer-to-peer learning and FIG conferences.

Attend international workshops and seminars.

Collaborate with tech companies on innovative solutions.

Join thematic sessions and technical discussions.

4.
Professional Visibility, Networking & Business Development

Connect with surveyors and companies worldwide.

Build relationships with influential bodies and commercial partners.

Stay informed and updated on industry trends and technology developments.

Attend global events and leverage commercial benefits.

Access international job opportunities.

Establish strategic partnerships at FIG events.

Engage with global institutions like UN-GGIM.

Access exclusive industry reports and insights.

Showcase your work at FIG exhibitions and networking events.

Find career openings through FIG employment listings.

5.
Global Collaboration, Engagement and Influence in Commission Working Groups, Task Forces and Networks

Contribute to the development of surveying practices across various disciplines.

Participate in commission activities to advance national professional growth.

Share knowledge on ethics, standards, and education and professional issues.

Join webinars and collaborate on technical innovations.

Contribute to FIG permanent institutions

Participate in research initiatives and technical working groups.

Join commission meetings and contribute to publications.

Develop guidelines and training materials for members.

Engage in FIG-hosted online learning sessions.

Involved in History of Surveying and International office for cadastre and land records

6.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Advance professional standards through lifelong learning.

Support national standards in land, marine, and built environments.

Access the FIG Standards Network and key institutions.

Influence and engage to ensure a profession at the forefront of combining practice with academic innovation.

Enabling critical self-evaluation.

Assist in drafting national professional standards.

Contribute to global knowledge repositories.

Build relationships between member associations and academic bodies

7.
Institutional Support

Guidance to enhance educational and professional standing.

Access to international expertise for developing national initiatives

Resources for strengthening national surveying associations

Work with FIG academic commission for curriculum development.

Improve national land registration and management systems.

Implement best practices from FIG studies.

8.
Next generation engagement and development

Engage young surveyors in FIG initiatives and leadership opportunities.

Complimenting National association YS initiatives

Connect with corporate members for career advancement.

Benefit from discounted conference rates and funding opportunities.

Providing a route to international engagement

Join the FIG Young Surveyors Network providing international impacts and regional meetings

Attend mentorship programs and networking events.

Be face to face with FIG platinum partners

Apply for FIG Foundation grants and scholarships.

Their participation provides access to a global pool of talent

9.
Leveraging Regional working & Engagement

Join regional networks across the Americas, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.

Participate in region-specific activities tailored to FIG members.

Collaborate with peers on region-specific initiatives.

Take part in regional working weeks and forums.

10.
Communication, Knowledge exchange and innovation

Access an extensive FIG website with updates form activities and initiatives.

Receive monthly newsletters, reports, and position papers.

Explore conference proceedings, peer-reviewed papers, and utilise FIG publications.

Engage in two-way communication with FIG and showcase member activities.

Browse the latest research and policy papers.

Stay informed through FIG's monthly updates.

Use research materials for academic and professional growth.

Submit news and updates about your national association.

11.
Access global communication channels

Direct communication channels with FIG leadership and the international office
Publish national newsletters and reports for home membership.

Network with other associations and share ideas.

Participate in online meetings, webinars, and training programs.

Utilize a comprehensive FIG knowledge base.

Raise national issues, gain and share strategic insights.

Share key developments with FIG and the global community.

Exchange best practices and collaborative opportunities.

Join discussions on current industry trends from commissions and Task forces.

Access a repository of survey-related publications.

12.
Member Associations influencing opportunities

Voting rights at the annual General Assembly, influencing the direction of the global surveying community.

Choose by vote, FIG senior leadership members and on all matters in statutes
Apply to host FIG conferences and events.

Use the FIG logo as a professional credential, within FIG guidelines.

 Influence FIG policies and decision-making.

Nominate and elect FIG Council members and Commission Chairs
Bring international exposure to your country.

Enhance credibility and professional branding.

 

Presidents meeting at the FIG Working Week 2024 in Accra, Ghana. Each year presidents of Member Associations meet to exchange information, discuss their engagements in FIG and to get acquainted. Affiliate members meet during the Directors General Forum, Academic members at the Academic Forum, and a Corporate members meeting is organised.