membership

ASALH is the world’s oldest learned society, established by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1915, that empowers through knowledge racial understanding, and appreciation of African American history and culture.

OASC is a recognized 501 (c)3 non-profit branch of ASALH. When you join OASC, you become a member of ASALH too. Our membership is open to dues-paying individuals and organizations who support our mission and vision. We encourage members to participate in our programs that include documenting local history, providing scholarships for our youth, promoting black authors, and promoting Black life, history, and culture in communities across the Southland and abroad. 

We encourage our members to actively participate in ASALH by supporting the national programs, events, publications. The membership is invited and encouraged to attend the Annual Meeting which is held at the Annual Conference.

1. A free digital subscription to all publications (Journal of African American History, Black History Bulletin, Fire!!!: The Multimedia Journal of Black Studies.) *Once access to our digital publications is made available, members will not be able to cancel their subscription. There is no way to take access away from the member once access is given. Print annual subscriptions are available to members for an additional $20 for the JAAH and $20 for the BHB. The digital subscriptions for all named publications include all back issues.
2. Discounts on Conference Registration Fees.
3. One vote at each year’s Executive Council election.
4. Ability to post books to the ASALH Bookshelf.
5. Post your news, events, and job to the ASALH Community Board for free.
6. Ability to present at the Annual Conference.
7. Ability to participate in the Author’s Book Signing Event at the Annual Conference.
8. A print and a digital subscription to the Journal of African American History. (Branch members will receive a print copy.)
9. Corporate and Institutional Members also receive two sets of the Black History Month “Kit” (Posters and other materials), two print and digital subscriptions to the Black History Bulletin, two subscriptions to the print and digital version of the JAAH, and all the same benefits that individual members receive.
    

* Once access to our digital publications is made available, members will not be able to cancel their subscriptions. There is no way to take access away from the member once access is given.

You can change a child's life by sponsoring their education, medical care, and basic needs. Our partnership with local schools ensures that your support makes a lasting impact.

From community development to disaster relief, our programs provide support to those who need it most. Your donation can help us fund critical initiatives and make a difference in the world.

Join us for our annual fundraisers and help us raise funds for our programs. From galas to auctions, there's something for everyone. Come have fun while making a difference!

From event planning to administrative tasks, we need volunteers to help us run our programs effectively. Join us and become a Our Authors Study Club, INC. (OASC) hero today.

Help us raise awareness about our cause by sharing our mission with your friends and family. Follow us on social media and invite others to join our community.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join our team and become part of the Our Authors Study Club, INC. (OASC) family. We're always looking for dedicated individuals to help us achieve our goals.