IWC MEMBERS PLEASE SIGN IN HERE
The International Women’s Club of Kinshasa (IWC) is a social and philanthropic membership based organization comprised of women and men from the local and international communities.
In addition to providing a social space for women and men from all over the world, the Club also provides assistance to local community projects. The IWC is considered an English-speaking Club, however the language needs of non-English speakers are accommodated when possible.
Regular monthly activities are our monthly coffee mornings which take place the 1st Tuesday of the month -where we usually have a speaker-, newcomers coffee mornings, our monthly lunch, cultural and welfare outings in Kinshasa. Different groups are created on voluntary basis and differ each year. These activities are free for members however open to non-members for a small fee. All are welcome!
The Club by-laws state the IWC’s purpose as:
- To provide an opportunity for women and men of all nationalities to meet and to promote good relations within the community.
- To conduct activities for the benefit and welfare of such persons or groups of persons of Congolese nationality as may be designated by the Club.
- To provide information and understanding of our host country through speakers and trips and to help newcomers become integrated into the international community.
Whilst Club members are mostly expatriates based in Kinshasa, it also includes members from local business, academic, artistic, social, government and international circles. It is a good networking and support space for people and can add value to any newcomer or resident of the city!
2011-2012 membership fees are as follows:
Members joining in September 2011 to February 2012: $ 75
Members joining in March to June 2012: $ 35These memberships are valid from the date of payment until end of June 2012. Monthly memberships are available for $10 and entitle the member to activities until the next Coffee morning (primarily for use by temporary residents of Kinshasa).
Full membership entitles the member to join in all the activities, browse the website version of the Kinshasa Newcomer’s Guide, place articles and notices in the newsletter, and more.
Only a nominal % of membership fees are used for administrative and social activities of the club. The major administrative expenses are donated by volunteer members, especially the IWC Board. The majority of fees collected go to the welfare budget which supports organizations and projects working toward development of communities in Kinshasa.
Membership forms are available for downloading here.
Tuesday 5th June 2012 9:30 am U.S. Ambassador's Residence,
Nzongotolo No.2, Gombe.Please remember to bring photo identification.
