How to approach your organisation for support

Write a letter: Use the template below or write your own letter highlighting the specific benefits your organisation will enjoy, like improved patient safety, higher staff retention rates, and gaining a reputation for excellence in surgical care. Show how investing in organisation-paid membership can lead to cost savings in the long-run by reducing turnover and boosting surgical efficiency.

Schedule a meeting with your manager: Approach your line manager,  department lead or learning and development manager with your letter. Show how asking for funding for your AfPP membership aligns with their mission of delivering top quality care.

 Show your commitment to excellence: Let them know you’re dedicated to growing professionally and providing quality care. Tell your manager that you are taking the initiative to improve your skills and that AfPP membership will give you access to the most up-to-date education.

Some resources to help you prepare

We’re here to support you! Here’s our Membership Proposal Toolkit, which includes a template letter, email, and some tips on how to ask your organisation/manager to become an AfPP Organisation Paid Member. You can download or copy everything using the links below.

Your growth is an investment in quality care. Take the first step today—advocate for your membership!