Memberships – The Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) in Hong Hong

Join the Royal Commonwealth Society – Hong Kong Branch

We invite you to be part of The Royal Commonwealth Society – Hong Kong Branch; to meet new friends, contribute to the community and be a member of the RCS family. RCSHK is a society that brings together a diverse group of like-minded individuals that have shared values, principles and mutual respect that together create a force for good, both within the Commonwealth and beyond.

RCSHK has a long history and is supported by our President Mr. Neville Shroff JP, and Patrons Dr. Aron Hari Harilela, JP and Mr. Andrew R. Wells, MA (Cantab), FRAS.

RCSHK holds a unique and important position as a conduit between Commonwealth nationals, local residents and Consulates within Hong Kong, in addition to a worldwide membership of over 10,000, with self-governing branches, honorary representatives and affiliated organisations in 54 countries and territories. Also see the RCS Headquarters website.

Benefits

Invitations to Consul General’s cocktail parties and special events.
Special rates on RCSHK events including Speaker Lunches; Evening Receptions; Social and Networking Events
Priority booking for all RCSHK events
Exclusive invitations not normally available to the public i.e. to Consul General Residences; dinners at the Harilela Mansion in Kowloon Tong and the Zoroastrian Club in Causeway Bay; access to private Clubs and other unique venues.
Young Fellows Adventure Series; Receptions; and Networking with a diverse and unique programme and membership.
Friendship, warmth and camaraderie through the RCS network
Invitations to RCS international events and initiatives.
The opportunity to make a difference through charitable endeavours and international initiatives. Read more about RCS International Campaigns.

Values

That every person of whatever colour, class or creed possesses unique worth and dignity.
Respect for all people and for the world as a whole – caring for every part of it.
Justice for everyone and peace between peoples and nations.
Friendship based on mutual respect, care and common goals and for the betterment of others.

Objectives

To build a Commonwealth community in Hong Kong based on different ethnicity and culture, mutual respect and understanding.
Through a variety of activities, to facilitate the opportunity to contribute to charitable endeavours, to learn from each other, and to make lasting friendships.
To foster friendship and interaction in a tolerant non-political environment that promotes the values of the Commonwealth Charter.

Join one of our memberships

Young Fellows

Individual membership for (under 35) with all benefits except voting rights at the AGM.

$250 (HKD) yearly

Fellows

Individual full membership with all benefits

$500 (HKD) yearly

Couple Fellows

Primary member with full benefits; Spouse/Partner member with full benefits except voting rights.

$750 (HKD) yearly

Corporate

(3 nominees) is HK$ 1,200. Please provide the contact of 3 nominees to secretary@rcshk.com

$1,200 (HKD) yearly

Please note that subscriptions may be deducted annually but you are free to cancel at any time

We have the following payment options available:

1) Payment through Paypal during sign up

2) Payment by Bank Transfer:

Please do the bank transfer to HSBC account: #111-449310-001, and send the bank slip to secretary@rcshk.com

3) Payment by cheque:

Please send a cheque payable to ‘Royal Commonwealth Society in Hong Kong’ to The Royal Commonwealth Society in Hong Kong, GPO Box 11749, Central, Hong Kong.

Should you have any difficulty or have queries please contact secretary@rcshk.com

What We Do

The Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) was founded in London in 1868 and is comprised of 70 self-governing bodies in 53 countries around the world. It is an international organization and educational charity which works to promote knowledge and appreciation of the Commonwealth and to support its fundamental values.

Commonwealth Day and Six Affirmations

Commonwealth Day is held every year on the second Monday of March. The day is celebrated around the world and from the Head of the Commonwealth, His Majesty the King, a special message is issued.

Charitable Activities

The RCS is an educational charity working internationally. It promotes debate, and the development of policy, on key Commonwealth and international issues.

The Commonwealth Values

Through educational and youth outreach programmes, RCS seeks to encourage young people to develop their role as global citizens and to engage with challenges facing the international cornmunity.