Membership
What membership gives you.
ASAIU exists because students from Anjouan needed more than a place to study — they needed each other. Membership is how you tap into that network, and how the association stays accountable to the people it serves.
What you get as a member
From the day you land to graduation day — the association is there.
Arrival support
Someone to call when you land, help with immigration, registration, and the practical steps no one tells you about before you get here.
Study circles & exam prep
Senior students who know your campus and your courses — shared notes, past papers, and study groups that actually help.
Welfare & emergency help
When things get hard — illness, fees, personal crisis — the association shows up. No member faces it alone.
Cultural gatherings
Iftars, food from home, music, football matches, and evenings where you don't have to explain who you are.
Career workshops
Resume reviews, interview practice, and introductions to professionals working in Uganda and beyond.
A voice in the association
Vote in elections, raise concerns at assemblies, and stand for any elected office. The association answers to its members.
Two ways to belong
Full membership for Anjouan students, honorary membership for well-wishers — both defined in the constitution.
Full Member
Open to all students of Anjouan origin studying in Uganda. Full members register with the association, accept the constitution and objectives, and receive a membership ID. They have the right to vote and stand for any elected office.
Join as a full memberHonorary Member
Open to well-wishers who support ASAIU's goals and respect its constitution. Honorary members are accepted by majority vote of the executive committee. They uphold and support the association and are valued ambassadors of its mission.
Enquire about honorary membershipMembership is not just belonging — it's having a say.
Vote in elections
Full members elect the executive body and vote on major decisions at general assemblies.
Stand for office
Any full member can run for any elected position in the association — from president to minister.
Raise concerns
Welfare assemblies give every member a direct channel to the executive — on health, fees, academics, or daily life.
Constitutional protection
The constitution defines your rights, obligations, and the limits of executive power. It is the law of the association.
Member-exclusive events
Some gatherings, study sessions, and welfare support are reserved for registered members only.
Obligations
Members accept the constitution, pay dues, and uphold the association\'s values — good morals, unity, and academic excellence.
Common questions
What students ask before they join.
Who can join ASAIU?
Any student of Anjouan origin studying in Uganda can become a full member. Well-wishers who support our goals can apply for honorary membership.
Is there a membership fee?
Yes — membership dues help fund events, welfare support, and the association's operations. The exact amount is set by the executive committee and communicated during registration.
Do I need to be at a specific university?
No. ASAIU is open to Anjouan students at any university, institute, or school across Uganda — Kampala, Mbale, Mbarara, and beyond.
What does the constitution say about membership?
The constitution defines two membership categories (full and honorary), the rights and obligations of each, and the process for joining. It is the governing document of the association.
Can I attend events without being a member?
Some events are open to friends and the broader community, but member-exclusive gatherings, welfare support, and voting rights are only for registered members.
Your seat at the table is ready.
If you are a student from Anjouan studying in Uganda — or about to be — join the association. Membership means support, friendship, and a community that shows up.