On behalf of the African American Film Critics Association, I would like to invite to join our organization.  Please review our criteria for membership below. 

With Regards,

Gil Robertson, Co-founder, African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA)

Membership in the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) is by invitation only at the direction of the Board of Governors. The Association's membership roster is limited to candidates whose principals and values are consistent with our organizational goals. We invite you to be considered for membership and become a part of AAFCA. 

There are three membership categories for the African American Film Critics Association:

A. ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP An active member is defined as a member who writes regular film criticism for print, radio, online and Television based in the United States of America, with a minimum 24 to qualify for consideration. Active member must demonstrate a consistent presence in the critique of films released commercially in the United States of America. B. ASSOCIATE MEMBER An associate member is defined as a member who writes regular film coverage for print, radio, online and Television. Associate members must demonstrate an affiliation with an established media entity by providing a written letter (on company letterhead) qualifying such affiliation. A minimum of 12 samples of professional quality film critique's (print, radio, TV) is required for consideration. C. STUDENT Students who are attending an accredited college or university; and are majoring in journalism or broadcast media.

AAFCA Member Benefits

• Complimentary AAFCA quarterly newsletter.
• Complimentary seating for you and (5) guests to attend AAFCA Awards.
• Member spotlight on AAFCA website.
• An opportunity to participate on the Voting/Nominating committees for the NAACP Image Awards, Soul Train and BET Awards.
• Professional interaction with a network of film journalists.
• Professional network opportunities with industry professionals – DGA, WGA, SAG
• Special “AAFCA” only forums with industry professionals.
• Lecture opportunities to college groups and film festivals.
• AAFCA discounts to select film festivals.
• AAFCA discounts for select professional services (for example, AAFCA members receive 20% discount on printing supplies at Fisher Graphics in Los Angeles; 20% discount on LA/NYC car service – Elite Transportation).
• AAFCA discounts for industry award shows.
• AAFCA member discounts for journalism conferences.

AAFCA PARTNERS
The African American Film Critics Association is proud to announce 2010 partnerships with the following partners:

• United Negro College Fund
• Thurgood Marshall College Fund
• Pan African Film Festival
• International Nashville Black Film Festival
• Peachtree Village International Film Festival
• Organization of Black Screenwriters
• The DGA African American Steering Committee
• BAD-West