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Who can join OMASA?<\/h1>\n

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Although the association aims to service Orientation and Mobility practitioners working in South Africa, membership is also open to International members who wish to join, as well as any person interested in or associated with mobility for people with visual impairments or services allied to this field.<\/p>\n

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Membership Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

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There are currently five <\/u>membership options.<\/h2>\n

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Open to anyone with an Orientation and Mobility practitioner qualification (from an institution recognised by the association)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Open to any organisation that supports the objectives of the organisation<\/em><\/p>\n

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Open to anyone involved in allied services to this field or anyone with a special interest in mobility for people with visual impairments <\/em><\/p>\n

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Open to students of fields related to mobility for visually impaired people or allied to this field<\/em><\/p>\n

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Open to anyone with an Orientation and Mobility practitioner qualification residing in countries outside of South Africa<\/em><\/p>\n

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How to Join<\/h2>\n

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Download the applicable membership form<\/p>\n

Complete the form and return it to admin@omasa.org.za<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Membership fees are payable on joining<\/strong>, and annually thereafter<\/strong><\/p>\n

Banking details for payment can be found on the form<\/p>\n

Contact admin@omasa.org.za<\/a> for additional questions concerning joining<\/p>\n

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Contact Us:<\/h2>\n

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admin@omasa.org.za<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n

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