2016 ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION

FELLOWSHIPSThe Hidden Gem of Rotary

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‘Tris’ Tristram-Rotarian Singles FellowshipAl Morris -International Skiing Fellowship of RotariansHelena Daniels – Rotarian Fellowship of Quilters and Fiber ArtistsRon Nethercutt – Rotarians On The Internet (ROTI)Madu Bishnu- Rotarian Singles FellowshipBill Main – Fellowship of Rotarians of Amateur Radio

Panel Introduction

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Groups of Rotarians & Rotaractors who connectto explore shared interests in:

Recreational ActivitiesHobbiesSportsVocationsRotary History & Culture

What Are Rotary Fellowships?

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Examples of Rotary Fellowships

As of May 2015 there were 64 Rotary Fellowships officially registered with Rotary International.Fellowship Cycling to Serve

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Skiing Fellowship

Yachting Fellowship

Antique Automobiles Fellowship

International Skiing Fellowship of Rotarians

International Fellowship of Rotarians of Amateur Radiowww.ifroar.org Rotarians of Amateur Radio (ROAR) founded in 1966 by its first President, Byron C Sharpe (W9BE), and is one of the oldest fellowships.

About Us.

• Purpose: provide a forum for the exchange of views between members who share an interest in Amateur Radio, as either licensed Radio Amateurs or as Short wave Listeners with a view to develop understanding, acquaintance and fellowship between members worldwide.

• Members: Rotarians, or Rotaractors or Retired Rotarians, or the Spouses of Members, who hold an Amateur Radio license issued in their own country of residence, or who have a genuine interest in Shortwave Radio.

Networking

• 400 current members from 28 different countries.• Each week, eleven established voice networks are

available for members on 80m, 40m and 20m bands throughout the world.

• Networks are scheduled about 30 to 45 minutes.• Members combine radio interests and Rotary fellowship.• Large membership chapters in UK, Japan and USA.• Additional communication via Email, Facebook

(members only) and Web Site (public) www.ifroar.org

Rotary and Community Initiatives

• Polio awareness to the world of Amateur Radio via special call signs such as VI4POLIO (Australia) and OU0POLIO (Denmark).

• Some members are also involved in disaster support as amateur radio can be a resilient means of voice and data communication until commercial facilities are restored.

• Usually operating a station at the Rotary Convention fellowship booth using a special Rotary Call-sign to promote awareness. E.g. This year the Convention call sign is HL16RI. (signifying the 2016 Rotary Convention in Korea)

Future Fellowship Possibilities

In keeping with changing times, ROAR is commencing dialogue with its members on the following:• Cooperation with other Fellowships (e.g. Travel and

Hosting)• Digital networking via amateur radio• VHF and UHF nets in cities – particularly amongst

younger members• Disaster recovery skill-based assistance to

organisations such as Red Cross.See you at Booth 2639 in the Hall of Friendship!

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More Examples of Rotary Fellowships

Fellowship of Rotarian Photographers

Rotarian Fellowship of Quilters and Fiber Artists

International Fellowship of Rotarian Photographers International Fellowship of Rotarian Scuba DiversInternational Fellowship of Flying Rotarians

Rotarian Fellowship of Quilters and Fibre Artists

www.rotariansquilt.org

How I started

Rotary International Convention Bangkok

Rotary International Convention Sao Paolo

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Rotarian Wine Appreciation Fellowship

International Caravanning Fellowship of Rotarians

Fellowship of Railroading Rotarians

Rotarian Singles Fellowship was formed by Rotarian Marlene Daniels, CA, USA in 2009Currently we have 340 members from 41 countries.

All Single Rotarian can be a member of this Fellowship. The yearly fee is $20

We meet every year during the RICON and we have a booth at the HOF, where we meet, greet and have lovely dinners during the RICON.

SOME GLIMPSES OF OUR SINGLES MEET FROM VARIOUS RICON’S

Single Rotarians in Sao Paulo, Brasil in 2015

Single Rotarians in Sydney, Australia in 2014

Single Rotarians in Lisboa, Portugal in 2013

Single Rotarians in Birmingham, UK in 2009

Single Rotarians in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA in 2011 Single Rotarians in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA in

2011

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Benefits of Rotary Fellowships

Opportunities for Rotarians to make lasting friendships outside of one’s own club, district and country

Contribute to the advancement of world understanding and peace

Serve as an incentive for attracting new members and for retaining existing members

International Travel and Hosting Fellowship

BREW: Beers Rotarians Enjoy WorldwideCricket Fellowship

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Individual

Contact a group that interests you directly using contact information found online at www.rotary.org/fellowships

Contact your district Rotary Fellowships chairperson for further guidance.

Create your profile on Rotary.org and connect with other Rotarians and Rotaractors.

Start or join an online group or simply correspond with other Rotarians and Rotaractors

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Promoting Fellowships

Publicize local fellowship-sponsored events on your club or district website

Invite local Fellowship officers to speak to your weekly club meeting about their activities and related service work.

Connect with Rotarians and Rotaractors around the globe by creating a public or private group on Rotary.org.

Publicize local fellowship-sponsored events on your club or district website

Seek out Rotarians who are outstanding in their professions or are enthusiastic about a hobby and encourage them to join fellowships or develop new ones.

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Starting A Fellowship-Process

If a group for your interests does not currently exist, contact RI Staff for information on how to start a new group.

Completed application form with a clear explanation of the group’s purpose and activities…Copy of the group’s proposed bylaws or constitution List of proposed officers and their responsibilitiesRoster of potential members, representing at least three countries

You will need a…

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For general program information, visit www.rotary.org/fellowships, where you can access the following downloadable resources:

Rotary Fellowships Handbook (729) Rotary Fellowships E-Flier Rotary Fellowships Officer Directory Rotary Fellowships Application Form

Resources

International Fellowship of Rotarian Photographers

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Fellowships – the hidden gem of Rotary where you can explore shared interests to make lasting friendships

outside of one’s own club, district and country

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