Neem asseblief kennis van die volgende besluite wat tydens die Algemene Jaarvergadering goedgekeur is:
1. Verhoging van jaarlikse ledegelde
Die jaarlikse ledegelde vir lede van geaffilieerde klubs én direk geaffilieerde lede verhoog met R50 elk. Die nuwe tariewe, met die verhoging ingesluit, is:
- Lidmaatskap deur ’n geaffilieerde klub: R500 per jaar, plus ’n eenmalige registrasiefooi van R50. Die jaarlikse PVSA-ledegelde is deur die klub betaalbaar en sluit die klub se eie ledegelde uit.
- Direkte individuele lidmaatskap: R850 per jaar, direk aan PVSA betaalbaar, plus ’n eenmalige registrasiefooi van R50.
Voltooi die aansoekvorm vir lidmaatskap hier.
Ringe kan in albei gevalle direk by die PVSA-kantoor bestel word.
2. Juniorlidmaatskap
Juniorlede tot en met die ouderdom van 16 jaar kan direk by PVSA affilieer teen R200 per jaar.
Hulle kan ook by ’n klub van hul keuse aansluit indien hulle dit verkies.
Two Important Decisions Approved at the PASA AGM
Two important decisions approved at the PASA AGM
Please take note of the following decisions approved at the Annual General Meeting:
1. Increase in annual membership fees
Annual membership fees for members of affiliated clubs and directly affiliated members will increase by R50 each. The new fees, including the approved increase, are:
- Membership through an affiliated club: R500 per year, plus a once-off registration fee of R50. The annual PASA fee is payable through the club and excludes the club’s own membership fees.
- Direct individual membership: R850 per year, payable directly to PASA, plus a once-off registration fee of R50.
Complete the application form for membership here.
Members in both categories can order rings directly from the PASA office.
2. Junior membership
Junior members aged 16 and under can affiliate directly with PASA at R200 per year.
They may also join a club of their choice if they wish.
What does PASA/PVSA membership offer you?
As a member, you help sustain an association that represents parrot breeders, provides practical services and works for the future of responsible aviculture.
Representation when decisions affect your birds and your livelihood
PASA provides a collective voice on matters affecting the keeping, breeding and lawful trade of parrots. Its objectives include engaging with authorities and challenging restrictions that unfairly affect members. This gives breeders an organised way to raise concerns that would be difficult to address individually.
A voice in international discussions
PASA’s published representation initiatives include CITES CoP20 and the CITES Animals Committee’s AC34 meeting. These forums consider matters that can affect international parrot trade and captive breeding. Membership helps support the work needed to bring avicultural knowledge and breeders’ concerns into those discussions.
Help understanding permits and compliance
PASA publishes permit information and compliance notices, helping breeders understand requirements and where to seek assistance. For rose-ringed parakeets, PASA specifically offers advice and assistance with the permit process. Any association permit arrangement remains subject to a valid permit and compliance with its conditions.
A lifelong breeder code and access to rings
Members receive a unique lifelong breeder code for identifying birds they have bred and can order identification rings directly from the PASA office. PASA also lists member-exclusive products on its membership page.
Education you can use in your aviary
PASA organises educational opportunities such as webinars and Expo presentations. Published examples include breeding and handrearing education, practical incubation sessions and opportunities to engage with scientific and regulatory specialists. These activities help breeders learn, ask questions and share experience.
Research and information that support better decisions
Website articles and avian research briefs provide information on developments affecting aviculture. Research briefs explain practical implications and study limitations, helping breeders understand what new findings may mean for their birds.
Connections with the wider avicultural community
Affiliated clubs and PASA events create opportunities to meet fellow breeders, veterinarians, researchers, suppliers and conservation role players. These relationships support the exchange of knowledge and practical experience.
Participation in the association’s direction
PASA’s AGM is its policy-making authority. Members participate through the association’s representative structures, according to its constitution, helping shape priorities and decisions.
Support for the next generation
The newly approved junior membership rate of R200 per year for members aged 16 and under makes direct affiliation more affordable for young enthusiasts. Juniors may also join a club of their choice.
Some PASA education and representation benefits extend to the wider birdkeeping community. Membership fees help sustain that work, alongside the services provided directly to members.