All members must:

  • Abide by the Principles of the u3a movement

    • The Third Age Principle

    • Membership of a u3a is open to all in their third age, which is defined not by a particular age but by a period in life in which full time employment has ceased.
    • Members promote the values of lifelong learning and the positive attributes of belonging to a u3a.
    • Members should do all they can to ensure that people wanting to join a u3a can do so.

    The Self-help Learning Principle

    • Members form interest groups covering as wide a range of topics and activities as they desire; by the members, for the members.
    • No qualifications are sought or offered. Learning is for its own sake, with enjoyment being the prime motive, not qualifications or awards.
    • There is no distinction between the learners and the leaders; they are all u3a members.

    The Mutual Aid Principle

    • Each u3a is a mutual aid organisation, operationally independent but a member of The Third Age Trust, which requires adherence to the guiding principles of the u3a movement.
    • No payments are made to members for services rendered to any u3a.
    • Each u3a is self-funded with membership subscriptions and costs kept as low as possible.
    • Outside financial assistance should only be sought if it does not imperil the integrity of the u3a movement.
  • Always act in the best interests of the u3a and never do anything to bring the u3a into disrepute.
  • Abide by the terms and conditions of the constitution.
  • Treat fellow members with respect and courtesy at all times.
  • Comply with and support the decisions of the elected committee.
  • Update your personal details in the event they change, either by visiting the Membership section of our website or by contacting the Membership Secretary.
  • Abide by the Member code of Conduct.

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