For the purpose of this Constitution vegetarianism is defined as the practice of not eating meat, poultry or fish or their by-products with or without the use of diary products or eggs. Full membership is open to any organisation that advocates vegetarianism and is governed exclusively by vegetarians. Individual membership is open to individual vegetarians.
Associate membership is open to individuals and organisations that are sympathetic to vegetarianism.
Life Patrons shall make a minimum donation to AVU of such amount as shall be from time to time decided by the members. Their names shall appear on the list of honour but they shall have no other rights than those given to individual supporters Fellows of AVU shall be individuals who may be elected for life by AVU members in recognition of their services to the world vegetarian cause. The annual subscription rates for each category of members and supporters shall be determined by the Council. Membership becomes effective upon payment of an annual subscription and acceptance of the application by the Hon. General Secretary and subject to ratification by the Council.