About us
ACS is a group devoted to the celebration and empowerment of black people internationally. We provide an environment where you'll explore, learn and embrace the many facets of black culture as well as your own, however, that's only half of our constitution. This society is also committed to driving the progression of our people, to bridging the gap and nourishing the next generation at least from RHUL.
Our core activities will consist of our termly debates & social gatherings; an array of cultural food and games: Various prominent figures invited to speak to us; collaborative events with other universities, offering the opportunity to network your network, bi-weekly member meetings and much more.
Join ACS to access a wide network of our futures brightest brothers and sisters across the country, to gain access to recourses that'll enhance your business/career ambitions and to play a direct role in our societies mission this year. ACS is more than a society, we are a people, we are your family. We are the foundations for growth, unity and change.
Membership
Purchasing a membership to our society will give you perks such as a discounted rate to our paid events and an optional subscription to CASA (a network of black societies across the country). Additionally, members will also have access to our mentorship scheme; you'll be introduced to senior students who will assist you in adjusting to your course and offer you support within their means.
For our small business owners/ side-hustles and creatives, we're offering advertisement across our social platforms for your venture as well as an opportunity to utilise our resources to display your product and/or skill.
Your membership contributes to the running of our society. including the cost to invite speakers, run workshops, host social events and pay for our end of year culture show, as well as the long term development of the society. As a member of the African Caribbean society, you will become a part of an ambitious collective, where you'll grow with: like-minded, intelligent and amazing individuals. ~ who you'll form lifelong connections with.
Events and Activities
- Meet and Greet: Introduction to ACS and meet the committee! Get to know your fellow freshers and members of the university across all age and ethnic groups.
- BHM Events: Celebrating and enjoying the best parts of cultures all through October with our best motives! Including all genres of black music across Africa, the Caribbean and the US.
- Socials: Looking for a night to chill? Keep a lookout for our bi-weekly socials including games nights, "sip n paint", movie screenings, sports events, debate nights, activities off campus and much more!
- Networking and Careers: We'll be hosting a variety of work shops on furthering your eductaion and career as young individuals, including securing internships, conversations on issues affecting black students and black young proffessionals adivce on joining the job market and much more.
Contact Us
The committee is really excited to welcome new members so we've created a dedicated WhatsApp group for any questions you have, both freshers and current RHUL students! For all updates on our events and plans join the GC and follow us on Instagram, all socials are linked below.