SAI members come from a variety of different backgrounds, ranging through postgraduate students, lecturers, civil servants and social researchers.
The SAI is notable as a sociological association as it draws members from the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, in addition to many international members.
The SAI hosts an annual conference for members and international delegates to promote the discussion of sociological topics.
Decisions are monitored and ratified by the SAI Executive Committee.
The executive committee meets twice a semester, in addition to organising the SAI's Annual Conference.