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| Issue 27 | December 2009 | View as a webpage |
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Dear , After an intense few weeks, we are delighted to publish the emerging findings of the Commonwealth Conversation. In this report we say that the Commonwealth must be bold to halt its declining profile, and to do this must focus on three Ps: Principles, Priorities and People. You can download a copy of 'Common What?' here. Also, don't forget our fantastic FREE Carol Service at St Martin-in-the-Fields on the 16th. We have a great celebrity line up so come along and bring the family. Full details below... Danny Sriskandarajah | Director |
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Commonwealth Conversation on the BBCLast week, the RCS teamed up with the BBC to film The World Debate and ask the question, 'the Commonwealth at 60: does it have a future?' Presented by Zeinab Badawi, the panel comprised UK Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, David Miliband; Commonwealth Deputy Secretary-General, Mmasekgoa Masire-Mwamba; Bangladeshi Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Dipu Moni; and Professor of International Relations, Stephen Chan. The Debate was screened 7 times over the past week, as well as being transmitted on BBC World Service Radio. It will have a combined global audience of around 100 million people. The debate will be available to watch online in the next few days on the BBC World website. |
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Out with the old and in with the new!After 7 years and 7 different job roles, Rob Jordan is moving on from the RCS on December 17th to join another charity, the Teaching Awards, in the role of Operations Director. We wish him all the best. Never fear though as our new Membership Manager, Kerrie Fuller, begins in January. Rob and Kerrie have had a couple of days together and he confirms that you'll be in very safe hands. Kerrie is currently the Membership Manager for the Institute of Professional Administrators & the Institute of Administrative Management, so comes with a wealth of experience and ideas for adding value to the current membership offering. Your contacts going forward will be as below: Kerrie Fuller - Membership Manager Geyson Relaut - Membership & Events Assistant |
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Wednesday 9 December, 6.30pmRCS Wine Club Dinner“Champagne, Sparkling and Festive Drinking"This season's tasting offers ideas for drinking over the festive season, either for parties or fine dining. The evening will start with a palate cleanser to sweep away the dust of the day and then a tutored tasting of wines to tickle the tastebuds. The tasting will be followed with a two course supper and coffee. Click here for more... |
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Wednesday 9 December, 6pmPanel Discussion - Building Success“Uganda's Economic Reforms and the East African Common Market"Following the publication of "Uganda's Economic Reforms: Insider Accounts", the co-editors will analyse Uganda's economic success and the influence of its economic reforms on donor thinking and other governments, and consider the impact of the Common Market on the future of the country and the region. Click here to book... |
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Monday 14 December, 12.30pmMembers' Christmas lunch with special guest Peter KellnerHere's your first opportunity to meet our new Chair and hear about his vision for the future of the Royal Commonwealth Society. Mingle with other members over a glass of wine before sitting down to a three course Christmas feast. Click here to book... |
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Wednesday 16 December, 6.15pmCommonwealth Carol Service and after partyBrought to you in partnership with Western Union Money Transfer, the theme for the Carol Service, 'Youth', with showcase the work and commitment of a great number of incredibly talented young people and inspire many others. Confirmed speakers include Jamelia, R&B singer-songwriter and Levi Roots, celebrity chef and entrepreneur. Click here to book... |
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Monday 11 January, 6pmCommonwealth Women's Antarctic ExpeditionFollowing their remarkable expedition, skiing across more than 500 miles of the most hostile environment on Earth to the South Pole, the 8 women from around the Commonwealth will return to the RCS where the journey was officially launched. This event is to welcome back the team only days after they return from their trek across the ice and to hear the stories of their journey. Click here to book... |
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Gallery - November 6 to December 11“The Art of Integration"This photography project, by Peter Sanders, aims to encourage people to think about and ask themselves what it means to be British and Muslim; to begin a dialogue about integration. It offers an alternative to some of the media's perspective on Muslims and seeks to give a voice to the silent majority. Click here for more... |
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Members' Lounge - August to January“London and New York"The nine new pieces hung in the members’ lounge are by artist Louis Sidoli who, before turning to art, made his career in car design and engineering. This new art work is not only beautiful to look at, but is an engineering masterpiece. The choice of colour and texture bring a different light to some well-known images of London and New York. Click here for more... |
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Promotions |
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ambassador theatre groupChristmas TheatreWith Christmas on the way, don't forget that one of the benefits included in your membership is discounted rates on west end tickets from the Ambassador Theatre Group. See what's on offer to RCS members by clicking on the link below: Link: www.ambassadortickets.com/select Username: commonwealth Password: arcadia Currently there's £10 off the Rise and Fall of Little Voice at the Vaudeville Theatre and the RSC production of the Twelfth Knight at the Duke of York's. If you have any questions then please contact the Membership Department on 020 7766 9231. |
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Partners |
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ConnectwellThe RCS is grateful to Connectwell for their sponsorship of the 'RCS Exchange' magazine. Connectwell is a Development Company, helping organisations and individuals ‘Move Beyond their Potential’. They offer a blend of coaching and consultancy support. |
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The RCS also offers attractive partnership and advertising opportunities through our various online and printed publications as well as our projects and events. For more information please visit the Supporting Us section of the website or contact Zoë Ware on 020 7766 9240. |
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