Affiliate Member
This is the member who applies for affiliation with the association's membership, and whose application is accepted by the Board of Directors after verifying the conditions stipulated in the membership terms, except for the age condition. This affiliate member shall have no right to attend the general assembly meetings or to nominate for Board of Directors membership.

Fee: 200 SAR/Year

Unlock Affiliate Membership in SHIMA, Your Gateway to Growth!

Jumpstart your journey in Health Information Management and Informatics with affordable access to top-tier resources. no age barriers!

Why Join as an Affiliate Member?

• Easy Entry: Board-approved after meeting core conditions, perfect for emerging professionals and students.

• Core Perks Without Full Commitments: Full access to courses, workshops, conferences, webinars, research tools, mentorship, and exclusive content from all sources. AT SPECIAL Discount of 15% for all activities joined!

• Focus on Development: Build skills and networks (no general assembly attendance or Board nomination required).

Membership Fee: Just 200 SAR/Year

Start Building Today! Ideal for those gaining experience before full active status.

Associate Member
This is the member who participated in founding the association or joined it after its establishment based on the Board of Directors' acceptance of their membership application. This membership is restricted to (men, women) who are of age 18 and above. The member has the right to attend the general assembly meetings, vote on its decisions, and nominate themselves for Board of Directors membership after six months from the date of joining the association.

Membership Fee: 355 SAR/Year

Become an Associate Member of SHIMA. Shape the Future Today!

Take your leadership role in Health Information Management and Informatics with full voting rights and influence!

Why Join as an Associate Member?

• Founding or Post-Establishment Access: Join the pioneers or apply post-setup—Board approval gets you in (open to men and women >18 y/o).

• Full Privileges: Attend general assembly meetings, vote on key decisions, and nominate for Board of Directors after just 6 months.

• Exclusive Perks: Unlimited access to courses, workshops, conferences, webinars, research resources, mentorship, and more from all our sources.

Membership Fee: Only 355 SAR

Empower Your Voice! Founders and dedicated professionals welcome. Secure your spot and drive real change.

This membership is designed for organizations, companies, and educational institutions that wish to be part of SHIMA’s professional network and support the advancement of Health Information Management in Saudi Arabia.

Through this membership, corporate and educational partners can strengthen their visibility within the HIM community, connect with professionals and stakeholders, and participate in SHIMA’s conferences, symposiums, webinars, and selected activities.

Membership Benefits

Members receive:

• One annual advertisement through SHIMA’s mailing list, website, and social media channels.
• Organization or institution logo displayed on SHIMA’s website with a link to the official website.
• Preferred vendor and exhibitor rates for SHIMA conferences, symposiums, and webinars.
• Two complimentary registrations for the SHIMA Annual Conference and selected events.

Educational Institution Membership

Educational institutions will also be eligible for additional special features and opportunities, which will be determined later by the Association based on its academic, training, and professional development plans.

Important Notes

• Members must meet SHIMA’s membership criteria.
• Membership rights are governed by the SHIMA Constitution.
• Corporate and Educational Institution Memberships do not include the right to hold office or serve on the Board of Directors.