Refer a Colleague | CIWM

Help Move the World Beyond Waste

Refer a colleague to CIWM

The journey to a sustainable future is one we take together. By referring a colleague to CIWM, you are not just sharing a membership; you are expanding the collective of professionals committed to transforming how we manage resources.

Why your referral matters

Every new member strengthens our collective voice and accelerates our progress towards a circular economy. A larger community means richer networking for you, a wider pool of expertise to draw on, and more resources shaped by the needs of a growing profession. The more we grow together, the more value every member receives. We will only achieve a world beyond waste by working together.

One professional at a time, one referral at a time, we are building the community that will shape the future of resource management.

What your colleague will gain

Professional Network

Connect with thousands of waste and resource professionals across the sector, sharing knowledge and best practice.

Learning Opportunities

Access exclusive training, events, and resources to stay ahead of regulatory changes and industry developments.

Career Progression

Gain support on the pathway to Chartered status and demonstrate professional commitment to employers.

How it works

Spread the word

Tell your colleagues about CIWM and the benefits of membership.

They join*

When signing up, they tell us they heard about CIWM through you.

You get recognised

We celebrate members who refer others.

*For a referral to be successful, the candidate must complete the referral field on their application form and provide the name and email address of their nominator when prompted. By providing the nominator's details, the candidate confirms that they have sought the permission of the nominator for their details to be included within the application. CIWM takes the privacy and security of your personal information seriously. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect and use personal information in accordance with data protection laws.

Quarterly recognition

We believe in celebrating those who help our community grow. Every quarter, we spotlight members who have referred new colleagues to CIWM in our member newsletter and on our social channels.

Ready to grow our community?

Know someone who would benefit from CIWM membership? Every referral you make strengthens the network you belong to. Share this page and help us build a more connected, more resourceful sector for everyone in it.

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