CLASS B / NON-AFFILIATED GFoRSS MEMBERSHIP

Please complete and submit the application form for membership consideration.​

*Preliminary processing of GFoRSS Non-Affiliated (Class B) application submissions take place during the first week of the subsequent month (for the previous month’s applications), you can expect to receive acknowledgement regarding the status of your application during this timeframe. 

A. WHY BECOME A MEMBER?

Membership in Global Food Regulatory Science Society connects you to a global, multidisciplinary network of experts dedicated to advancing food regulatory science, strengthening food control systems, and promoting evidence-based decision-making.

GFoRSS is a not-for-profit scientific society committed to:

  • Advancing regulatory science competencies and knowledge
  • Supporting science-based food policy and risk analysis
  • Strengthening international collaboration across regulators, academia, and laboratories
  • Promoting capacity building, especially in developing regions

Key Benefits of Membership

  • • Access to a global expert network across 50+ countries
  • • Participation in scientific initiatives, working groups, and forums
  • • Opportunities to contribute to Codex-related and regulatory science activities
  • • Engagement in knowledge generation, training, and capacity-building programs
  • • Collaboration across government, academia, and research institutions

B. WHO CAN APPLY?

GFoRSS membership is open to professionals engaged in food regulatory science, including:

Scientists and regulators from governmental food authorities

Academics and researchers

Experts from certification bodies, laboratories, and service providers

Applicants must demonstrate relevant expertise in disciplines supporting food regulatory science.

Membership Categories (By-Law Section 6)

GFoRSS defines two main membership classes:

Class B – Non-Affiliated Membership

This is the entry-level membership.

Eligibility:

  • • Professionals with expertise in food regulatory science
  • • Must not be affiliated with industry

Key Features:

  • • Open and inclusive admission process
  • • Enables participation in GFoRSS activities and networks
  • • Does not include voting rights or participation in formal member meetings

Class A – Affiliated Membership

This is the full membership status with governance privileges.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • • Must first be a Class B member
  • • Requires endorsement by a GFoRSS Board member
  • • Subject to evaluation of qualifications and contributions

Approval Process:

  • • Candidate is presented to the Board with a supporting CV
  • • Membership is granted through a 2/3 majority Board decision

Key Privileges:

  • • Right to attend, receive notice of, and vote at member meetings
  • • Active participation in governance and strategic direction

Membership Conditions (By-Law Section 7)

Membership Fees

  • • No membership fees are required
  • • Membership is free of charge, subject to eligibility criteria

Termination of Membership

Membership may be terminated if:

  • • The member resigns or passes away
  • • The membership term expires
  • • The member is expelled due to non-compliance or misconduct
  • • The organization is dissolved

Discipline and Compliance

Members may be suspended or expelled for:

  • • Violating GFoRSS bylaws or policies
  • • Conduct deemed detrimental to the organization
  • • Other justified reasons as determined by the Board

A formal notice and response process is ensured before final decisions.

C. How to Become a Member?

Step 1 – Apply for Class B Membership

  • • Complete the official application form
  • • Provide:
    • Professional background
    • Affiliation and experience
    • Statement of motivation
  • • Applications are reviewed by the board monthly

Step 2 – Engage with the GFoRSS Network

  • • Participate in initiatives, webinars, and working groups
  • • Build professional visibility within the community

Step 3 – Apply for Class A Membership (Optional)

  • • Secure endorsement from a Board member
  • • Submit credentials for Board evaluation

Apply Now

To start your membership journey:

  • Complete the following application form

GFoRSS Membership (14.Jul.2023)
Non-Industry-Based Declaration
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