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Membership

Your professional gateway to international affairs be part of the ever-evolving dialogue on shaping international affairs.

IRSK membership is an opportunity to belong to a growing community of people who share an interest in international relations, diplomacy, global affairs, and professional excellence.

Whether you are an experienced practitioner, an academic, a student, an institution, or a supporter of the profession, IRSK offers a platform for engagement, learning, collaboration, and professional visibility.

Membership Categories

Our membership structure includes:

Patrons

Honorary Members

Corporate Members

Fellows

Ordinary / Full Members

Student Members

Each category provides an avenue for individuals and institutions to participate in the Society according to their professional interests, experience, and relationship with the field.

Current Fee Schedule

    CategoryPaymentFee

    RegistrationOne-off payment1,000 KES
Student MembershipAnnual payment1,000 KES
Individual / Ordinary MembershipAnnual payment5,000 KES

Category	Payment	Fee
Registration	One-off payment	1,000 KES
Student Membership	Annual payment	1,000 KES
Individual / Ordinary Membership	Annual payment	5,000 KES

Fees for Patron, Honorary, Corporate, and Fellow categories are available on request.

Member Benefits

Networking with experts and professionals in the IRSK community

An exciting programme of events throughout the year, including symposia, forums, workshops, and public sessions

Discounted registration to the IRSK annual conference, workshops, and short courses

Access to publications and digital resources

Information on job opportunities and internships

Eligibility for scholarships and research grants

Recognition opportunities and awards for various accomplishments

Why Join IRSK?

As an IRSK member, you gain access to opportunities designed to enrich your professional journey and connect you to the wider international affairs community.

Connect with experts and professionals

Expand your network through engagement with practitioners, scholars, diplomats, students, and institutions.

Participate in signature programmes

Attend conferences, forums, symposia, workshops, webinars, and other activities throughout the year.

Invest in your professional growth

Access learning opportunities, short courses, mentorship, and capacity-building programmes.

Access knowledge resources

Engage with IRSK publications, newsletters, research outputs, and digital resources.

Discover career opportunities

Receive information on relevant jobs, internships, scholarships, research grants, and professional opportunities.

Gain professional recognition

Participate in initiatives that celebrate achievement, contribution, leadership, and excellence in international affairs.

Contribute to the conversation

Share your expertise, perspectives, and ideas on the issues shaping Kenya, Africa, and the global community.

How To Join

Review the membership categories
Confirm which category applies to you and the associated fee.

Complete the registration form
Download and fill in the IRSK membership registration form.

Pay your membership fee
Pay via M-Pesa or bank transfer using the details below, then submit your form.

Download the registration Form

How To Pay

Pay via M-Pesa
Paybill
625625
Account No.
01020248155100

Bank transfer
Account Name
International Relations Society of Kenya (IRSK)
Account No.
01020248155100

Become a member. Shape the conversation.

Connect with the profession. Engage in global affairs. Join IRSK today.