The AZA Network is an online private social networking community for professionals working in zoos and aquariums. It's the place to go to connect with colleagues of like interests, discover libraries of resources and tools, and share ideas and lessons-learned within targeted communities. Much like LinkedIn or Facebook, this resource is available online and from your mobile device. The AZA Network keeps you connected to the zoo and aquarium community 24/7. Make it a part of your daily routine and have messages delivered to your email inbox in a variety of distribution options. Login today!

Bookmark the AZA Network where you will also find the Marketplace -  a buyer's guide of AZA Commercial members providing products and services to the zoo and aquarium community.

Getting Started

Here is a tutorial to help get you started. 

• AZA Network - Library Tutorial (Updated November 2022)

If you are already logged into your MyAZA account, you can access the AZA Network from the left-hand navigation. If not, simply login using your primary email and password. All users must be registered with AZA. Not yet registered? Go here. Not an AZA member? Individual AZA members are able to enjoy more communities than non-members. Join today!

A major element of the AZA Network is the Marketplace, an online searchable buyers’ guide, allowing users to easily search product and service providers unique to the zoo and aquarium community. From nutritious animal diets to sophisticated admissions software – and everything in between –the Marketplace is a one-stop resource in procuring service providers, tools and technology right at the click of their mouse.

These funds are distributed based on need, to an AZA-accredited or accredited related member. The organization would apply for funds and would be responsible for determining a fair and equitable distribution of awarded funds to those impacted employees. Individual employees should work through their organization Director or Human Resources department to apply on behalf of the organization. For more information, contact Melissa Howerton.

AZA's signature member logos are available in versions for Accredited Zoos and Aquariums, Accredited Related Facilities, and Commercial Members.

If you are a current AZA-Accredited Institution, Accredited Related Facility, or a Commercial Member with a Request For Proposal to submit to Commercial Members, please download the RFP form (DOC). Return the completed form and/or associated RFP documents to Jessica Heckendorn, who will distribute your RFP to AZA Commercial Members within the targeted business segment.

Need help? Contact Jessica Heckendorn for assistance.

The following are resources available to AZA Members:

• Service Animal Poster

• Service Animal Article - Connect Magazine

Want to personalize this resource with your own materials? Contact Membership Services to receive a graphic file that can be used to develop your own branded materials.

SESAC is offering current accredited members who operate zoos, aquariums, and similar establishments a 10% discount off license fees for the SESAC Museums, Planetariums, Zoos and Aquariums agreement.

• SESAC - AZA Licensing Brochure
• SESAC Performance Licensing Agreement Form

Contact Jessica Heckendorn to obtain your organization's member ID. 

*Discount only available to US-based accredited members. 

AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums, accredited related facilities, conservation partners, and commercial members have the opportunity to receive one free electronic mailing label spreadsheet per year upon request. Each list is provided for a one-time mailing only. For more information, contact AZA's Member Services or use the order form (PDF).

Non-members may rent one-time use electronic mailing list. Contact AZA's Member Services or use the order form (PDF).