AZA also publishes the Annual Report on Conservation and Science , an overview of important work by AZA and member institutions. While many of the publications are included as member benefits, others are sold at a discounted rate to AZA members. Each year, AZA facilitates the coordination of several regional and one major conference. These meetings provide a forum for zoo and aquarium professionals to gather and discuss the issues that affect the community at large. The conferences can also provide the opportunity for commercial members to exhibit their products and services to other AZA members.
Members receive discounts on annual and regional conference registration fees.
This provides unified strength regarding matters such as quarantine, importation, and exportation. Over 10 million students visit AZA member institutions each year as part of their classroom, field trip, and summer camp activities. Zoos and aquariums also provide training for thousands of classroom teachers, offering ideas on how they can relate current school curriculum to their zoo and aquarium visit. AZA believes strongly in promoting both the conservation efforts and the recreational benefits of the accredited zoos and aquariums in the Americas through all available means. Funds from these sources benefit many programs, including SSPs, education programs, special events, and more.