As a non-governmental regional organization grouping environmental NGOs, academic institutions, media and businesses, AFED membership is open to all those who subscribe to the goals of sustainable development in the Arab countries. The main requirement is acceptance and adoption of AFED’s mission statement, and a commitment towards endeavoring to help achieve AFED’s goals. Members are expected to actively support and participate in AFED programmes. Membership in AFED is institutional.
Individuals can only be members of specialized commissions, and will be considered associates.
Governmental national, regional or international bodies active in environment and sustainable development can join as observers. Individuals belonging to government bodies may join AFED’s board and commissions in their personal capacity.