Join AAPOR

"It is our members' professionalism, experience and dedication to excellence that makes AAPOR a leader in enhancing and promoting the public opinion and survey research industry."
- Nancy Mathiowetz, AAPOR President, 2007-08

Interested in election polling? Market research? New methodologies for the collection of qualitative and quantitative data?

If you collect or are a consumer of survey and opinion data, the American Association for Public Opinion Research is the organization for you!

AAPOR is an association of individuals who share an interest in survey research, qualitative and quantitative research methods, and public opinion data. Members come from academia, media, government, the non-profit sector and private industry. 

When you join AAPOR, you agree to the AAPOR Code of Professional Ethics and Practices and you become a member of a community that cares about quality and ethics in the vital work of survey and opinion research.

 Member benefits:

  • Reduced rates for the annual conference and webinars, featuring cutting-edge research-on-research and informal access to leaders in the field.

  • Preferred pricing for AAPOR webinars on the hottest topics in survey methods and research.

  • Subscription and online access to AAPOR's journal, Public Opinion Quarterly, rated in the top ten scholarly journals in communications, political science and interdisciplinary social sciences.

  • Access to AAPORnet, the members-only listserv that gives you immediate access to insight from the leading professionals in the field. Join the conversation!

  • Access to the AAPOR membership directory.

  • Advertising opportunity in the AAPOR Blue Book; product and services guide.

  • Career resources including posting resumes and job openings on AAPOR's Job Bank.

Download our membership brochure for additional details.

We encourage you to consider joining to take full advantage of member benefits.  Membership in AAPOR is affordable and the experience and exposure is invaluable!

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For newer members and those looking for a refresher on how to get the most out of your AAPOR membership, check out this 30-minute webcast recorded in May 2012.  2011-2012 Membership and Chapter Relations Chair Joe Murphy and 2012 Conference Chair Dan Merkle led the presentation, giving an overview of the benefits of AAPOR membership, information on the annual conference and AAPOR’s chapters, and tips for how to get involved in AAPOR activities.  These webcasts are held each year in advance of the annual conference, but if you don’t want to wait until next May to learn more, check out this recorded version!

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VOLUNTEER!

Curious about getting involved in AAPOR? Take a look at the AAPOR committees and task forces below.

Committees, Communication and Connectivity
AAPOR members have the opportunity to serve on committees and task forces charged with advancing the work of the association.  Ready to share your expertise? Volunteer today.

Non-members are welcome to learn more about AAPOR’s Transparency Initiative and get involved by signing on to support the Initiative.

AAPOR Committees and Task Forces