Membership
Membership
Who Can Become a Member?
The Sociedad de Estudios Filónicos offers several categories of membership:
Full Members
This category is intended for teachers and researchers working in fields related to Philonic studies and associated disciplines. Applicants must be over 18 years of age, hold a university or tertiary-level qualification, and submit a curriculum vitae. Admission is subject to evaluation by the Executive Committee.
Associate Members
This category is intended for those with an interest in Philonic studies who do not meet the requirements for full membership. It is particularly open to students over 18 years of age enrolled in university or tertiary-level programmes related to the disciplines encompassed by the Sociedad. Admission requires an application endorsed by two full members. Associate Members may attend General Meetings with the right to speak but without the right to vote and may access the benefits offered by the Sociedad.
Honorary Members
This category comprises individuals who, in recognition of their outstanding scholarly achievements, are honoured by the Sociedad with this distinction. Honorary membership is conferred by the General Assembly upon the proposal of the Executive Committee or members entitled to vote. This is an honorary category.
Patron Members
This category comprises individuals recognised for their particular support of the Sociedad. Patron membership is conferred by the General Assembly upon the proposal of the Executive Committee. This is an honorary category.
Benefits
Joining the Sociedad offers the opportunity to:
- Join an academic community dedicated to Philonic studies and the study of ancient cultures.
- Attend and participate in study days, academic meetings, seminars, symposia, and congresses organized by the Sociedad.
- Exchange knowledge and establish connections with researchers, teachers, and students from different disciplines and institutions.
- Take part in training, research, and diffusion initiatives relating to Philo of Alexandria.
- Contribute to the development and international profile of Philonic studies,strengthening national and international networks of collaboration.
- Access digital bibliographical resources compiled through the Sociedad’s research projects.
- Benefit from reduced registration fees for activities organized by the SEF or jointly with institutions that have partnership agreements with the SEF.
Annual Membership Fee
- Full Member: ARS 30.000
- Associate Member: ARS 10.000
La Executive Committee podrá disponer, hasta la celebración de la próxima Asamblea, un incremento de la cuota de hasta un 50 % respecto de los valores establecidos. La información actualizada sobre cuotas, medios de pago y eventuales beneficios o exenciones será comunicada por la Comisión Directiva.
Membership Application
This form is intended for individuals wishing to apply for active membership of the SEF. Applications will be reviewed in accordance with the Society's Statutes and institutional procedures. Receipt of an application does not imply approval of membership.
Full Members
Renewing Membership
Membership is renewed annually upon payment of the fee corresponding to the member’s category.
Renewal period: from 1st January to 31st March each year.
Payment methods: Membership fees may be paid by bank transfer, bank deposit, or any other payment method authorised by the Executive Committee.
What Happens if Membership Is Not Renewed on Time?
Members who have not paid their annual fee within the renewal period will have their membership status pending renewal and will not be able to exercise the rights associated with full or associate membership until their membership is brought up to date. The Executive Committee may establish an additional period in which payment can be made and will communicate the applicable conditions.
Membership renewal will take effect once payment of the annual fee has been received and confirmed.
Support the Society
Donate
Donations are a valuable way of supporting and strengthening the development of the Sociedad de Estudios Filónicos. Every contribution helps consolidate a space dedicated to research, academic training, and the diffusion of scholarship on Philo of Alexandria and his historical, cultural, and philosophical context.
With the support of those who share this commitment, the Sociedad can expand its activities, create new opportunities for academic exchange and collaboration, and promote the circulation of knowledge both within academia and among wider audiences.
Use of Donated Funds
Funds received through donations will be used to further the Sociedad’s aims, including:
- organizing congresses, study days, seminars, lectures, and other academic and cultural activities
- developing and supporting research projects and the training of early-career researchers through scholarships and grants
- editing, publishing, and spreading scholarly works and materials related to Philonic studies
- strengthening partnerships and collaborative activities with national and international institutions and scholars
- promoting and spreading knowledge of Philo of Alexandria and the ancient world
The Executive Committee will seek to ensure that every contribution is used responsibly and transparently, in accordance with the Sociedad’s aims and values.