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As a SHRM national member, you can join one local affiliate for free. Below is more information on how to do that.

Philly SHRM is just one local affiliate. If you are outside of Philadelphia, there are other options. You may join only one affiliate for free. You can still join other affiliates. However, you have to pay the nominal membership fee.

The benefits of joining these local affiliates is that they provide discounts and local networking opportunity. For further details, please review the FAQ's below.

What are the benefits of joining Philly SHRM?

It provides its members with a wide array of services designed to enhance their skills by offering professional/career development, networking opportunities, volunteering opportunities, and events to help them stay current on cutting edge HR practices. Please see the website to learn even more about the value of membership and how Philly SHRM can assist you in advancing your HR career.

Philly SHRM FAQ's

How do I become a member of Philly SHRM?

One transaction. One profile. Dual membership.

Joining or renewing your SHRM national membership and Philly SHRM membership just got easier. Now you can do both at the same time.

Step 1. Sign-in to the SHRM Store to begin your transaction or create an account if you are new to SHRM.

Step 2: Add Philly SHRM as your chapter (#002) when you join or renew your SHRM national membership and select the dual membership option when prompted. It’s that simple!

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Already a SHRM Member?

Already a SHRM Member? Visit your MySHRM profile, choose Philly SHRM under Chapter Association and continue to the cart to process your transaction.

*Remember, there is NO additional cost to join the Philly SHRM chapter if you are a member of SHRM National

Does it cost any money to designate to Philly SHRM?

If you already have a National SHRM membership, Philly SHRM membership is free!

I’m already designated to another SHRM chapter and really want to join Philly SHRM too. Can I designate with the Philadelphia SHRM chapter too?

Unfortunately, you can only designate to one chapter at a time. If you would like to switch your affiliation, it’s easy. Simply email info@phillyshrm.org with your request to designate to Philly SHRM, your full contact information, and SHRM ID number. Upon receipt of the request and information, Philly SHRM will work with National SHRM to make the necessary updates so you don’t have to worry about those details. Philly SHRM will reply to your email when your request is complete. The requests are processed every Friday with updates given by the following Monday. From there, you can start enjoying the member benefits.