The Consular Corps Association of Philadelphia (CCAP) is the oldest consular organization in the U.S.A, with membership including over 85 countries. Most consular activities fall into three categories which vary by country and circumstance. Consuls and honorary consuls:
- Facilitate commercial, cultural, educational, scientific, economic and government relationships between the Philadelphia region and their respective countries.
- Serve the diplomatic needs of foreign citizens and visiting dignitaries in Philadelphia.
- Serve as liaison between their sending country and regional diaspora.
CCAP is a 501(c)(3), non-profit corporation governed by a four-member Executive Committee elected each year and funded by dues, contributions, and sponsorships. Like any association, CCAP’s fundamental responsibility is to assist its Members in maximizing their individual effectiveness.
To address this objective, CCAP offers services and programs to its Members, including quarterly meetings and receptions with prominent speakers, sponsors and guests; specialized workshops, seminars and events focused on relevant issues and institutions; travel to strategic locations; and a centralized communications system with a website www.ccaphila.org and monthly newsletter.
Benefits of Consular Membership
For Consular and Diplomatic Officers ($150)
- Consular Member country information is included on a dedicated website page.
- Consular Members receive monthly newsletters which provide CCAP and other international news and invitations.
- Consular Members have access to a Consular Members Portal with directories and resources to assist them in their work.
- Consular Members may attend receptions following quarterly meetings and workshops at no cost.
Benefits of Consular Contributing Membership
For Consular and Diplomatic Officers ($500)
- Same benefits listed under Consular Membership, plus:
- Consular Contributing Members receive additional recognition on the website.
- Consular Contributing Members may invite guests to each reception following quarterly meetings at no cost.
- A portion of Consular Contributing Membership payments may qualify for charitable contribution deductions.
Benefits of Legacy Membership
For Former Consular and Diplomatic Officers ($100)
- Reconnection with America’s oldest and most active diplomatic corps.
- Receipt of CCAP monthly newsletter and listing on the website.
- Attendance at CCAP quarterly receptions with prominent speakers and periodic workshops, at no additional cost – on a virtual basis as necessary.
- Access to the region’s political, business, educational and cultural leaders through CCAP connections.
Benefits of Associate Membership
For invited representatives from Philadelphia’s business, non-profit and governmental sectors ($500)
- Affiliation with America’s oldest diplomatic association, publicized on the CCAP website, reinforcing the Associate Member’s international brand.
- Strategic access to business, political and cultural leaders in the global marketplace, through CCAP Members’ relationships in their respective countries, and with the diplomatic community throughout the United States and internationally.
- Interaction with Philadelphia’s political, business and non-profit decision-makers through CCAP connections and introductions.
- Receipt of CCAP monthly newsletter and selected international market information.
- Invitations to CCAP industry-specific workshops and quarterly receptions with notable speakers and dynamic networking opportunities.
- Preferential prospects to sponsor CCAP’s high-profile programs and events.
If you would like to become a Member in any of these categories, please select a membership option and pay by:
- Credit card (see “Payments” drop down link under “JOIN” on the website), OR
- Enclose a check appropriate to your selected category made out to: Consular Corps Association of Philadelphia, and mail it to: Three Logan Square, 1717 Arch Street, Suite 690, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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