I was in ALAE for decades and found them useful and very informative as a LAE.
When they were absorbed into Prospect, I felt the aviation related communications were gradually diminished until virtually non-existent, whilst their fees increased greatly.
The only time I contacted Prospect for help & guidance with a compensation claim, I was given conflicting and inaccurate advice.
Despite them saying the claim wasn't valid, I successfully submitted the claim myself, which the courts awarded.
It would be good to have a knowledgeable Association representing LAEs, especially in these challenging times.