140 International Convention 2015-16

The 140th International Convention of the Theosophical Society – Adyar, has as theme “Compassion and Universal Responsibility”  . Also during this Convention we offer you the opportunity to watch all of the proceedings online. Follow the link in our website to be with us «live», or watch the talks later on YouTube at a more convenient time.  We look forward to connecting with all of you around the world

‘Compassion and Universal Responsibility’

• About the International Conventions generally
• Registration
• Accommodation
• Transport – Chennai Airport to International Headquarters

The 140th International Convention of the Theosophical Society will be held at the International Headquarters, Adyar, from 31 December 2015 to 5 January 2016.

All members of the Society in good standing are welcome to attend as delegates.

Non-members may attend by obtaining permission from the President. Requests for such permission, together with a recommendation from an officer of the Federation or the Section, should be sent to the Convention Officer before 22 November 2015.

REGISTRATION FEES AND ACCOMMODATION CHARGES (sharing)

(Half rates will be charged for children under ten. No charge for children under three.)
* (or Euro or Pound Sterling equivalent)

ACCOMMODATION

Factors considered in allocating accommodation are active membership, health, age, priority of registration, size of family, etc. Rooms and bathrooms cannot be made available for anyone’s exclusive use. Non-members and young persons should be prepared to stay in dormitories. No special facilities can be provided for members who are ill or for women with babies. No kitchens are available. Ordinary medical attention will be available for minor complaints but there will be no provision for serious illness. Since accommodation is limited, availability will be subject to confirmation by the Convention Officer.
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS

Registration starts on 1 September 2015 and ends on 1 December 2015.
Requests for cancellation should be received before 15 December 2015. However, there will be no refund of Registration charges. Other charges will be refunded.

Delegates from India requiring accommodation should send both registration and accommodation charges together, along with the details as per the Registration form (pdf), to the Convention Officer only before 1 December 2015.

Remittance by bank drafts, duly crossed, should be made payable to theTreasurer, The Theosophical Society at Chennai. For online bank transfers contact the Convention Officer.

Delegates from other countries should contact the Convention Officer about registration, accommodation, and payment at:
Convention Officer,
The Theosophical Society, Adyar, Chennai 600 020, India
or email adyarconvention@gmail.com