SIG Affiliation Programme

Connect Your SIG to a National Network

ACS Pakistan Chapter's Surgical Interest Group affiliation programme connects student-run surgical societies across Pakistan to world-class resources, mentorship, and a community of future surgeons. Five tiers of affiliation — from Contact to Platinum — reflect your SIG's engagement and impact.

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Affiliation Tiers

Five Levels of Recognition

All SIGs begin at the Contact tier. Progress is assessed annually based on activity, impact, and engagement.

Contact

Entry-level affiliation. The SIG is registered in the ACS Pakistan network and receives chapter updates.

  • Chapter newsletter access
  • Listed in SIG directory
  • Eligible for chapter events
Bronze

Active participation. The SIG runs at least one ACS-endorsed activity per academic year.

  • All Contact perks
  • Co-branded event support
  • ACS Pakistan mentorship programme
Silver

Established SIG with a track record of impactful activities and solid institutional support.

  • All Bronze perks
  • Priority event slots
  • Resource library access
Gold

High-performing SIG recognized for excellence in surgical education and outreach.

  • All Silver perks
  • Featured on ACS Pakistan website
  • National collaboration opportunities
Platinum

Elite affiliation awarded to SIGs demonstrating outstanding national-level impact.

  • All Gold perks
  • National team priority access
  • ACS international programme eligibility

Process

How SIG Affiliation Works

  1. Step 1: Submit your SIG application with an NOC from your institution.
  2. Step 2: The ACS Pakistan membership team reviews your application within 5–7 business days.
  3. Step 3: Approved SIGs are assigned a tier (starting at Contact) and gain access to chapter resources.
  4. Step 4: SIG tiers are reviewed annually — active SIGs can progress to higher tiers.
  5. Step 5: Reach Platinum tier for eligibility to national and international ACS programmes.