IWG events and meetings are organized and held for registered members.
There are two types of memberships offered by IWG: Active and Honorary, each membership type has different qualifying criteria.
For a person to be considered for Active Membership, they must satisfy the following requirements:
•Attendance of three (3) IWG Members Meetings as a Registered Guest within the preceding year.
•Nomination by an Active Member.
•Completion of the Application Form prior to the deadline (June) for new members.
•Approval by the Executive Board.
•Payment of any Membership fees upon notification of acceptance.
Application: Applications for new Active members can be submitted in April, May and June (unless otherwise notified). Acceptance is at the Board’s discretion. New members will be advised in September or October.
Re-Registration: An Active Member is welcome to renew their registration for an additional year with the satisfaction of the following requirements:
•Settlement of any outstanding and Membership fees
•The Active Member has attended at least three (3) Meetings within the membership.
•They are the wife of an accredited Ambassador to the State of Kuwait or they are the Ambassador accredited to the State of Kuwait.
•Completion of the Honorary Members’ Application Form with the submission of any associated required documents.
•Payment of any relevant fees.
Application: Application is on a rolling basis and can be done throughout the year.
Re-Registration: An Honorary Member is welcome to renew their registration for an additional year with the satisfaction of the following requirements:
•Completion and submission of a re-registration form, should one be requested.
•Settlement of any outstanding and associated fees.
Members of IWG may invite guests to accompany them to the monthly meetings or to a social activity/event such as an excursion. However, Guests are not permitted to join any meetings or events identified as Members only.
Should a Member like to invite a Guest to attend a meeting or event, the following criteria must be met:
•Guests may only attend a meeting/event with the host Member.
•Notice must be given by the host Member at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
•Guests must present an ID upon arrival for registration.
The IWG runs a number of different activities every year for the cross-promotion and celebration of different cultures and traditions of its various members. Activities run by IWG are organized with our Members in mind and as a priority.
These events include, but are not limited to the following:
Monthly Members Meetings
The Monthly Members Meeting normally take place on the first Sunday of each calendar month but may be moved to accommodate other activities. Monthly meetings are usually suspended during the summer months.
Monthly meetings are usually structured around a particular theme. This may include guest speakers presenting a topic of special interest, the celebration of a specific country’s culture, the celebration of Kuwait during February or a Ghabqa styled event during the Holy Month of Ramadan.
Excursions
The Executive Board periodically organizes excursions for its Members.
•Excursions are usually trips within Kuwait.
•Locations of past excursions include factories, museums, parliament, etc.
Other Events
On occasion, IWG hosts special events in partnership with other organizations or persons.
These events are considered extraordinary events and have included events such as special cooking classes, painting classes and special dinners.