Joining DAISY
The DAISY Consortium exists because of its members and their valuable contributions.
Membership Levels
DAISY offers a variety of membership levels suitable for everyone:
Full Membership
Full Members are non-profit organizations that produce and/or distribute accessible (multi)media for people with print disabilities.
Individual organizations can become Full Members or membership may be shared among two or more organizations. Several organizations which represent a geographical region or language group may collaborate, combining their resources to become a Full Member. These organizations act and speak with one voice within the DAISY Consortium.
Who should join DAISY as a Full Member:
- organizations with the desire and resources to steer the development and implementation of accessible standards
- organizations dedicated to furthering the worldwide movement toward accessible information for all
- large libraries serving many people with print disabilities
- organizations interested in developing new technologies
- large organizations active in the field of education and of producing accessible (learning) media/materials for all groups of disability
Fees for Full Membership in 2024
- Annual fee: 35,062 USD
- When joining in the second half of a year: 50% of the fee (17,531 USD)
Note: Full Memberships become effective on January 1st or July 1st of a calendar year. The admission of Full Members will be decided by resolution of the General Meeting by open ballot; see the DAISY Consortium Articles of Association for details.
Application Process:
Please contact the President/Chairman of the Board or the Chief Executive Officer for additional information about becoming a Full Member or to apply for Full Membership.
Associate Membership
Associate Members of The DAISY Consortium are non-profit organizations that produce and/or distribute accessible media for people with print disabilities or may serve the community in other related ways. This latter group includes large educational institutes wishing to participate in the Consortium at this level, associations representing individuals with a print disability, or other service providers. Associate Members share the Full Members’ dedication to the worldwide DAISY movement but may serve smaller populations or have fewer available resources. Associate Members in developing countries benefit from the Consortium’s tiered membership fee structure which is based on the World Bank classifications (determined by the per capita income of the country).
Who should join DAISY as an Associate Member:
- smaller libraries and organizations which are committed to the Mission and Vision of the DAISY Consortium
- organizations wishing to help shape the direction of the DAISY Consortium
- organizations which want to participate in the DAISY Consortium working groups and technical developments (to the level financially feasible in their organisation)
- libraries and organizations which do not have the financial resources to commit to Full Membership
- universities and colleges, and accessible materials development centres, especially those providing materials to multiple campuses
- libraries and organizations wishing to learn more about the DAISY Consortium with a goal of potentially committing to Full Membership
Associate Members may join at any time during a calendar year. The President will decide as to the admission of Associate Members. See the DAISY Consortium Articles of Association for details.
Fees for Associate Members in 2024 – calculated based on the World Bank Classification of the per capita income of the country in which the organization is located.
- Annual fee: 3,511 USD for the countries classified as “high income”: USD 3,511 (= full fee).
- Annual fee: 2,107 USD (60% of the full fee) for the countries classified as “upper middle income”
- Annual fee: 1,054 USD (30% of the full fee) for the countries classified as “lower middle income”
- Annual fee: 527 USD (15% of the full fee) for the countries classified as “low income”
Note: The first year of fees are invoiced pro rata. For instance, when submitting the application in April, the pro rata invoice will cover the period going from May to December.
Application Process:
- Read the DAISY Consortium Articles of Association.
- Apply using the Microsoft Word or plain text application forms below and submit via email:
- Application: Joining DAISY Declaration for Associate Members in Microsoft Word
- Application: Joining DAISY Declaration for Associate Members in plain text
Inclusive Publishing Partner
Introduced in 2019, this category is designed for organizations in the publishing sector, working towards the common goal of producing content everyone can access.
A detailed list of Benefits exclusively available to Inclusive Publishing Partners can be found on our Inclusive Publishing site.
Who should consider joining DAISY in the Inclusive Publishing Partner category:
- mainstream publishers
- audio publishers
- content creation / conversion houses
- companies creating digital reading systems
- mainstream retailers
Annual Fees for Inclusive Publishing Partners – from 5,500 USD
Note: The first year of fees are invoiced pro rata. For instance, when submitting the application in September, the pro rata invoice will cover the period going from October to December of this year.
Application Process:
- Read the DAISY Consortium Regulations for Friends which applies to Inclusive Publishing Partners.
- Apply using the Microsoft Word or plain text application forms below and submit via email:
Friends
Friends of the DAISY Consortium are grouped into sub-categories of membership:
Friends may join at any time during a calendar year and fees are determined as below for each sub-category. See the DAISY Consortium Regulations for Friends for details.
Developers are companies that develop, manufacture, and/or distribute products and services which support and advance the implementation of accessible standards. Startups are companies that have been in existence for less than 24 months.
Who should consider joining DAISY in the Friends Developer category:
- companies selling products and services to DAISY Members, publishers, educators, and end users of accessible reading systems
- companies creating DAISY and related production tools
- companies creating DAISY playback and reading systems
- companies providing content distribution services
- companies providing content conversion services
Annual Fees for Developers in 2024- 3,511 USD
Note: The first year of fees are invoiced pro rata. For instance, when submitting the application in September, the pro rata invoice will cover the period going from October to December of this year.
Application Process:
- Read the DAISY Consortium Regulations for Friends.
- Apply using the Microsoft Word or plain text application forms below and submit via email:
Who should consider joining DAISY in the Friends Educators and Advocates category:
Members who fall under this category drive the DAISY movement forward through any combination of providing accessibility services, promoting and/or utilizing accessible standards and technologies.
- educational organizations, universities and colleges
- culture and arts organizations
- non-profit associations concerned with accessibility, literacy, support or provision of services to individuals unable to read standard print
- emergency preparedness and evacuation information agencies
- health organizations
- distance learning centres and organizations
- governmental information agencies
- developers of educational apps
Annual Fees for Educators, Advocates and Startups – 1,025 USD
Application Process:
- Read the DAISY Consortium Regulations for Friends.
- Apply using the Microsoft Word or plain text application forms below and submit via email:
Individual Supporters
Individual Supporters believe in the Mission and Vision of the DAISY Consortium; they understand the need for accessible reading materials for those who are unable to read standard print publications and advocate for accessible standards.
Who should join DAISY in the Individual Supporters category
- independent open source developers
- individual content producers
- individual educators
- independent consultants
- independent service providers
- individuals who believe in universal accessibility of the published materials
- end users of accessible published materials
Annual Fees for Individual Supporters – 155 USD
Note: The fees are fully invoiced independent from the date of entry of the member.
Application Process:
- Read the DAISY Consortium Regulations for Friends.
- Apply using the Microsoft Word or plain text application forms and submit via email: