Membership Value Survey

We value your membership and need your input!

This brief survey takes less than 10 minutes and will help guide the future of the American Bryological and Lichenological Society (ABLS). If you choose to include your full name, you will be entered into a raffle for a complimentary 2026 membership renewal as a thank-you.

All responses are confidential, reported only in aggregate, and securely managed through the GrowthZone platform by KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd. on behalf of ABLS.

Fields marked with an * are required.

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About You
To be entered into a raffle for a complimentary 2026 ABLS membership renewal, please enter your first and last name as they appear in our member database. If you prefer to remain anonymous, you may choose to not provide your name.

First Name

Last Name

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Membership Experience

How long have you been a member? *

What is your primary reason for joining the society? *

How likely are you to renew your membership next year?

Overall, how satisfied are you with your membership? *

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Member Benefit
Please rate the value of the following benefits to you personally:

Access to The Bryologist and Evansia, our prestigious professional journals *

Networking *

Attend and present at our annual meeting where you can also network with members of the Botanical Society of America during the joint conference.

Member Directory: Connect with your global network of like-minded scientists *

Awards: Compete for monetary and honorary awards *

24/7 Member Hub access to manage your membership, pay dues, and set up dues on AutoPay online *

Which benefit(s) do you use the most? *

Select up to three (3).

Access to The Bryologist and Evansia, our prestigious professional journals

Networking

Member Directory: Connect with your global network of like-minded scientists

Awards: Compete for monetary and honorary awards

Would you find value in a Member Hub space for sharing and exploring articles with other members? *

Would you find value in and participate in member-only discussion forums on the Member Hub? *

What benefits would you like to see added or improved?

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Society Mission
The purpose of this Society shall be to promote interest in the study of Bryology and Lichenology; to provide an opportunity for the presentation of research studies in these subjects; to provide a means of publication of such studies; and to facilitate the exchange of specimens.

How well do you feel the association fulfills its mission? *

To what extent do you agree with the following statement? *

“I feel personally aligned with the mission and goals of the association.”

How can the society better align with members' needs and gain more support?

Do you feel the association is a leader or positive force in the profession/industry?

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Member Engagement & Future Needs

Have you ever served in a volunteer, committee, or leadership role within the association?

What would make your membership more valuable to you personally?