Benefits of Membership
At the Local/Chapter Level—
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An avenue for making a difference in one’s
local community
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Opportunities to participate in the cultural atmosphere
of the homeland
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Connection with cultural roots
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Opportunities to broaden dimensions of one’s social life
At the State Level—
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Opportunities to participate in DBE cultural and social activities such as:
The Annual Council meeting in March
Founder's Day Tea, April
The Annual Bazaar, October
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Advance notice of Chapter events e.g. musical and theater events, pub nights, seasonal celebrations, brunches, luncheons, teas, fashion shows, bring-and-buy sales and auctions
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A wide social network of philanthropy and connectivity with British and Commonwealth culture
At the National Level—
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Participation in and support of international peace and cooperation e.g.
The Queen Elizabeth II September 11th Garden at Hanover Square, New York NY
The International Peace Garden. Dunseith ND
The Cleveland Cultural Gardens, Cleveland OH
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Access to “DBE World”, a national magazine of interest to women with British or Commonwealth ancestry. In addition to news about DBE, there is often other useful information e.g. regarding green cards, immigration status and pension issues; tips for protecting personal ID and credit etc. and articles submitted by members.
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Access to the Members Only area on the National site www.dbenational.org including British and Commonwealth items for sale
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Attendance option for the Annual National Convention in May—various venues across the USA
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Information which helps promote friendship amongst English-speaking peoples
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Reciprocal communication and representation of interests with British and Commonwealth government agencies
