Welcome to The RAI
The Royal Anthropological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland, a scholarly association dedicated to anthropology in all its many fields and applications.
- Print and online access to RAI journals
- Free or reduced-rate admission to RAI events
- Access to the Anthropology Library and online resources
- Free access to the RAI archives by appointment
JOIN
The RAI is proud to present our new online courses in anthropology provided by academics at the top of their field. Topics covered include forensic, cultural and social anthropology.
COURSES
The RAI runs a range of anthropology events including major conferences, anthropology seminars, book launches, film events and taster days for students.
EVENTS
RAI FILM curates a biennial film festival, runs a film distribution service and maintains a film archive. The 19th RAI FILM Festival will take place in June 2025, in Bristol, and will be followed by an online run and the RAI FILM Conference.
FILM
