Membership

RA 10587, Section 32: "xxx All environmental planners whose names appear in the Registry Book of Environmental Planners shall automatically become members thereof [Accredited Professional Organization or APO] and shall receive thereto all the benefits and privileges upon payment of APO membership fees and dues. Membership in other organizations of environmental planners shall not be barred."

PIEP membership is automatic and mandatory for all licensed environmental planners. However, completing your membership requires a few essential administrative steps to ensure you're officially recognized and fully engaged in the profession.

HIGHLIGHTS

BECOME A MEMBER

Becoming a PIEP member is both a professional obligation and an opportunity to actively participate in the advancement of the environmental planning profession.

PIEP membership begins and is processed at the chapter level, which serves as the primary unit of engagement for members across different regions. Licensed environmental planners are encouraged to join the chapter that corresponds to their current place of residence or practice.

To qualify for membership, an individual must meet the following criteria:

Must be a licensed or registered environmental planner authorized to practice in the Republic of the Philippines, as certified by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC);

Must be updated with the National dues set by PIEP.

The applicant must first proceed with their of choice to process their membership, after which the chapter will endorse their membership to the National Office for inclusion in the national registry. Members are expected to participate in both National and chapter activities, attend continuing professional development programs, and contribute to the growth of the profession through responsible and ethical practice.

The PIEP recognizes all licensed environmental planners as members by law, but active and updated participation ensures full access to member privileges, certifications, and involvement in institutional initiatives.

For specific steps, documents, or dues requirements, it is best to coordinate directly with your local chapter.

BECOME A MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING (MIGS)

To be recognized as a Member in Good Standing (MIGS) is both a mark of professionalism and a prerequisite for accessing the full benefits of membership. This status affirms a member’s active participation and commitment to the values and mission of PIEP.

To qualify as a MIGS, the following requirements must be met annually:

  1. Payment of Dues - The member must be updated with both National and Chapter dues. This ensures the sustainability of PIEP programs at all levels and supports services for members across the country.

  2. Active Participation - The member must have attended or participated in at least one (1) National event organized or sanctioned by PIEP (e.g., National Convention, General Assembly, or official training/seminar); and at least one (1) Chapter event must have also been attended or participated in during the same year. These may include local seminars, workshops, community engagements, or meetings organized by the member’s chapter.

A member should first apply for his or her chapter endorsement, after which the chapter shall submit such endorsement to the National Office. Upon verifying the records, the National Office shall issue the Certificate of Membership in Good Standing (COMIGS).

NOTES

1. All members are required to apply for COMIGS annually, preferably at the beginning of the year. All COMIGS issued shall be valid for one year, ending on December 31, regardless of the date it was issued.

2. Unjustified refusal to join or to remain a member in good standing of the APO is a ground for revocation or suspension of the Certificate of Registration (RA 10587, Section 21d)