The Houston Committee on Foreign Relations has over a hundred distinguished members in the Houston area, and we are always looking for new members to add value to the discussions and to the organization. Our members are leaders in international affairs, education, energy, law and more. HCFR provides opportunities for learning, networking, and camaraderie at our monthly member events.

How to Join:

Membership is by invitation only. Upon invitation, please submit all application materials to our membership committee at hcfr@houstoncfr.org.

Membership Requirements

  • Professional resume

  • Formal nomination letter from an active HCFR member addressing the following qualifications of the candidate:

    • Experience, interest, and current involvement in public policy, including international affairs

    • Promise of future achievement and service in public policy and international affairs

    • Potential contributions to the organization

    • Desire to participate in organizational activities

    • Standing among peers

  • 1-2 seconding letters from active HCFR members supporting the above qualifications as to why the candidate should be considered for membership and any additional information for review.

Please submit all application materials to our membership committee at hcfr@houstoncfr.org.