1. I wish to apply to join the Gold Coast Community Legal Centre & Advice Bureau Inc.

2. I understand that my membership application is subject to the approval of the Management Committee and that I will be advised of its decision as to my application.

3. If accepted for membership of the Association, I agree to abide by the provisions of the Constitution of the Association and to foster the aims of the Association as set out below numbered a. to i.

4. I am aware that the Public Liability Insurance for the Centre is $20 million.

5. I understand that a membership application fee of $2.00 must accompany this application. PLEASE NOTE: The membership fee is from Annual General Meeting Year (AGMY) to AGMY. Fees paid before the next AGM will provide you membership for this current year. After the next AGM, fees will be sought again to maintain membership. Fees paid after July 1 will entitle you to membership for the current AGMY plus the following AGMY.

a. The direct provision of free legal services to individuals and groups, in particular the provision of such services to vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals and groups.

b. To promote within the community of the Gold Coast an understanding that legal advice, information and referral is available to all persons irrespective of race, colour or creed and financial circumstances.

c. To complement and assist, within the capabilities of the Association, all other legal, social and welfare services in the community at large.

d. To lobby Government for better provision of legal services into the community at large.

e. To lobby Government for changes to the law that the Association considers desirable.

f. To make available to the individual accurate legal advice and information and prove a confidential service on many personal problems that arise in daily life.

g. If unable to assist, to direct people seeking assistance to the most appropriate organisation and when requested, to make necessary arrangements to obtain the help and guidance sought.

h. To provide a comprehensive source of information including leaflets, factsheets, brochures and necessary forms, on a variety of legal matters within the community.

i. To stimulate, or assist in stimulation, action within the community for the improvement of social welfare services.