Membership - How to Join

First of all, you don't need to be a member to attend many events.  Attendance and helping out is a great way to start your participation!  ​When you're ready to join us, please consider the information here:

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Levels of Membership

There are three levels of membership, General, Associate, and Full.

 members.  Most people will want to start as General member to learn more about NM-REAL and stay connected.  If you know and are engaged with NM-REAL and its events, you can start with Associate level.  You may remain at any level that fits your needs!

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1. General – This first-tier member level is for those who are supportive and wish to be associated with, connected to, and learn about NM-REAL. This level of membership encourages but does not expect specific involvement.  General Members pay no dues, can wear an NM-REAL lapel pin, and cannot vote in NM-REAL business.  They they may have benefits as determined by the board, such as discounts to events.  General Membership is a great pathway to Associate Membership, if that works for you.

2.  Associate – This is a second-tier member level for those with demonstrated involvement and alignment with Organization values. Associate members pay yearly dues at $25.  They can wear an NM-REAL lapel pin and small patch.  They cannot vote in NM-REAL business and cannot be board members.  There are additional benefits as determined by the board in attending events and with sponsors.  Associate Membership is a great pathway to Full membership

3. Full – As a third-tier member level, this is for those with committed enduring engagement and alignment with Organization values.  Full members pay yearly dues of $50 and can vote in NM-REAL business. They can wear the NM-REAL lapel pin, small patch, and large patch. There are additional benefits as determined by the board in attending events and with sponsors. These are the contributors and leaders of the organization including  board members, and contributing leaders for our community.

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Minimum Requirements​

NM-REAL has set these as minimum requirements to become a member:

• You must be 18 years of age or older.

• You must provide your full identity contact information before becoming a member.

• You've attended four organizational events with eventual demonstrated interest.

• You need a full member as a sponsor.  We will help with this.

• You agree to sign and agree to NM-REAL's Code of Conduct.

• You'll acknowledge taking a membership class (about 15 minutes), online or in person, that explains the organization, bylaws, and code of conduct.

• Pay dues.  Dues are currently set at $50 per year.  Reduction of dues is possible through NM-REAL's scholarship program.

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​Training Video​

We have a short training video below that explains NM-REAL, values, creed, and code of conduct you must agree to in order to obtain membership.  It might be useful to watch to learn more about NM-REAL before you become a member.