Professional associations

This branch covers a medical writer’s relationship with professional associations. It divides by the member’s role: choosing and using membership, or contributing to the association’s work. Conferences, local groups, independent communities, educational certificates, professional certification and mentoring belong to neighbouring branches and topics.

• Joining and using an association — collective professional roles, choosing a body, membership benefits and online discussion
• Taking part in an association — volunteering, special interest groups, writing for association journals and competitions