RUSI Organisational Membership Options

Strengthen your organisation’s influence, expertise, and networks. RUSI Organisational Membership gives businesses, institutions, embassies, and military organisations exclusive access to world-class research, events, and thought leadership in defence and security.


Choose the membership tier that best matches your needs — from entry-level access to premium partnerships with extensive benefits.

Standard Organisational Membership

Standard Organisational Membership – £1,350 + VAT (per year)

Ideal for SMEs, small teams, or business units looking for entry-level access to RUSI’s network and resources.

Key benefits:

  • 2 named individuals with full access to member events and publications.
  • Organisation-wide discounts for RUSI ticketed conferences.
  • Unlimited participation in RUSI NextGen events for early-career professionals.
  • Recognition of your organisation on the RUSI website.

👉 Join Standard Organisational Membership

Major Organisational Membership

Major Organisational Membership – £5,950 + VAT (per year)

Designed for medium-sized organisations seeking deeper engagement with RUSI experts, tailored access, and enhanced event participation.

Key benefits:

  • Up to 6 named individuals with full membership privileges.
  • 3 complimentary tickets each year for RUSI conferences, plus further discounts.
  • Invitations to exclusive Breakfast Briefings and Whitehall Briefings.
  • Introductory meetings with selected RUSI research teams or subject experts.
  • Unlimited access to RUSI NextGen events.
  • Dedicated account management to maximise your engagement.
  • Recognition on the RUSI website.

👉 Join Major Organisational Membership

Platinum Organisational Membership

Platinum Organisational Membership – £18,900 + VAT (per year)

The most comprehensive package, perfect for large organisations and global firms seeking priority access, premium networking, and unique opportunities to collaborate with RUSI experts.

Key benefits:

  • Up to 18 named individuals with full personal access.
  • 10 complimentary conference places each year, with additional discounts.
  • Direct engagement with senior RUSI research fellows and tailored briefings.
  • Scheduled online updates with RUSI experts.
  • Invitations to exclusive high-level roundtables, VIP events, and private forums.
  • Priority invitations to flagship annual events: Chief of Defence Staff Lecture, Annual Security Lecture, Christmas Party, and Chesney Gold Medal Ceremony.
  • Opportunity for a RUSI expert to participate in one of your organisation’s internal events.
  • Discounts on sponsorship and branding opportunities.
  • Preferential rates for room hire at RUSI headquarters, with occasional complimentary meeting space (subject to availability).
  • Complimentary full-page advertisement in the RUSI Journal.
  • Unlimited access to RUSI NextGen events.
  • Full account management support.
  • Recognition on the RUSI website.

👉 Join Platinum Organisational Membership

Diplomatic Membership

Diplomatic Membership – £1,650 + VAT (per year)

Tailored for embassies, high commissions, and diplomatic organisations, providing access to RUSI expertise, research, and international events.

Key benefits:

  • 2 nominated representatives with full access to RUSI publications and member events.
  • Invitations for all embassy/high commission staff to selected events.
  • Access to special diplomatic briefings and exclusive events.
  • Discounts on major RUSI conferences.
  • Opportunities for private meetings with RUSI experts and stakeholders.

👉 Join Diplomatic Membership

Military Membership

Military Organisational Membership – bespoke packages

Designed for military organisations seeking to expand professional development and contribute to the defence and security conversation.

Key benefits:

  • Access for selected personnel to RUSI publications, events, and research.
  • Complimentary and discounted tickets for major conferences, including the Land Warfare Conference, Combat Air Conference, Integrated Air and Missile Defence Conference, and Sea Power Conference.
  • Opportunities for tailored engagement with RUSI research teams and experts.
  • Enhance professional military education with critical insights into global defence and security issues.
  • Packages broadly aligned to Standard, Major, and Platinum tiers — with flexible, bespoke options available.

👉 Contact us to discuss Military Membership packages

Choose the right membership for your organisation

Whether you’re a business, diplomatic mission, or military institution, RUSI Organisational Membership provides exclusive access to research, networking, and thought leadership that supports informed decision-making in global defence and security.


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