JNCL-NCLIS unites a national network of leading organizations and businesses comprised of over 300,000 language professionals to advocate for equitable language learning opportunities.

New members are accepted a rolling basis at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

There are two types of membership categories with JNCL: Non-Profit and For Profit.
To fulfill the promise of inclusivity and equity reflected in our mission and vision statement, you may choose either operation costs or membership/employee count to determine your membership level.  Membership dues are 501(c)3s are tax-deductible.

Applying is easy!

Step One: Identify your membership category (Non-Profit OR For Profit)
Step Two: Select a variable to determine your membership level (operating costs* OR employee/member count)
Step Three: Self-report the appropriate membership level on this form (level 1-7)

* Operating Costs:
Operating costs are associated with the maintenance and administration of a business on a day-to-day basis. Operating costs include direct costs of goods sold (COGS) and other operating expenses—often called selling, general, and administrative (SG&A)—which includes rent, payroll, and other overhead costs, as well as raw materials and maintenance expenses. Operating costs exclude non-operating expenses related to financing, such as interest, investments, or foreign currency translation.

Membership level selection will occur on a 3-year basis.

Please completely fill out and submit the form below to apply for an annual membership with JNCL. Send any additional questions to info@languagepolicy.org