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

Join the Royal Commonwealth Society – Hong Kong Branch

We invite you to join 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 united by shared values, principles and mutual respect that together create a force for good, both within the Commonwealth and beyond.

RCSHK holds a unique and important position as a conduit between Commonwealth nationals, local residents, and Commonwealth Consulates within Hong Kong, in addition to a worldwide membership of over 10,000, with self-governing branches, honorary representatives and affiliated organisations in over 100 countries and territories. Also see the RCS Headquarters website.

Join one of our memberships

Fellows

HK$600, yearly

Individual full membership with all benefits.

Couple Fellows

HK$850, yearly

Membership for married couples.

Student Fellows

HK$300, yearly

Individual membership for persons under 25 years of age enrolled in full-time education.

Proof of age and/or enrolment in an academic institution shall be available for inspection upon request.

Life Fellows

HK$10,000, single payment

Individual membership for a one-time payment for the rest of your life.

Corporate

HK$1,500, yearly

For businesses and associations. Up to 3 individual nominees may enjoy the full benefits of membership.

Please note that subscriptions processed by PayPal will renew automatically on the anniversary of your subscription date. You are free to cancel at anytime through your PayPal account. Subscriptions once paid are non-refundable.

Benefits

Participate in the Commonwealth community in Hong Kong and internationally.
Connect with the Commonwealth diplomatic corps in Hong Kong and attend events hosted by Commonwealth Consuls-General.
Special members’ 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 events at Official Residences of Commonwealth Consuls-General; dinners at the Harilela Mansion in Kowloon Tong and the Zoroastrian Club in Causeway Bay; access to private Clubs and other unique venues.
Friendship, warmth and camaraderie through the RCS network.
Invitations to RCS international events and initiatives including the RCS Asia-Pacific Regional Conference and the RCS International Meeting.
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 the English language, intercultural dialogue, 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.

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 over 100 countries and territories around the world. It is an international organisation 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 community.