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Introduction toRotary and Rotaract
By Rotaract Club of Jumeirahwww.RotaractJumeirah.org
Introduction to Rotary
Video:
This is Rotaryhttp://vimeo.com/11143706
Rotary at a Glance
• Founded in 1905• Members: 1,222,293• Clubs: 34,118• Districts: 530
To read more: http://rotary.org/en/AboutUs/RotaryInternational/ataglance/Pages/ridefault.aspx
Mission of Rotary
« The mission of Rotary International is to provide service to others,
promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and
peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and
community leaders. »
To read more: http://rotary.org/en/AboutUs/RotaryInternational/GuidingPrinciples/Pages/ridefault.aspx
The Four-Way Test
For Rotary, The Four-Way Test is the cornerstone of all action. It has been for years, and it will be in the future. Of the things we think, say or do:
1. Is it the TRUTH?
2. Is it FAIR to all concerned?
3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
To read more: http://www.rotary.org/en/MediaAndNews/News/Pages/070917_news_Four-WayTest.aspx
Avenues of ServiceFor years, Rotary’s commitment to Service Above Self has been channeled through the Avenues of Service, which form the foundation of club activity.
To read more: http://rotary.org/en/AboutUs/RotaryInternational/GuidingPrinciples/Pages/ridefault.aspx
1. Club Service: focuses on strengthening fellowship and ensuring the effective functioning of the club.
2. Vocational Service: encourages Rotarians to serve others through their vocations and to practice high ethical standards.
3. Community Service: covers the projects and activities the club undertakes to improve life in its community.
4. International Service: encompasses actions taken to expand Rotary’s humanitarian reach around the globe and to promote world understanding and peace.
5. New Generations Service: recognizes the positive change implemented by youth and young adults through leadership development activities
Rotary’s Youth Programs
Video:
Turn New Generations into theNext Generation of Rotarianshttp://vimeo.com/28457109
Youth Exchange Program
Youth Exchange is an exchange program for secondary school students.
Students travel to other countries to learn about the culture and the language as well as act as a cultural ambassador for their own country.
To read more: http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/YouthPrograms/RotaryYouthExchange/Pages/ridefault.aspx
RYLA
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) are intensive training programs for youth ages 14-30.
These usually consist of a seminar, camp, or workshop, generally 3-10 days in length, organized by Rotarians at the club or district level.
To read more: http://www.rotary.org/en/studentsandyouth/youthprograms/rotaryyouthleadershipawards(ryla)/
Interact
Interact is a service club for young people ages 14-18.
Sponsored by local Rotary clubs, Interact clubs give young people an opportunity to participate in fun, meaningful service projects while developing leadership skills and meeting new friends.
To read more: http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/YouthPrograms/Interact/Pages/ridefault.aspx
Click hereto watch a videoabout Interact
About Rotaract
About Rotaract
Rotaract is a service club for students and young professionals ages 18-30.
Sponsored by local Rotary clubs, Rotaract clubs provide young adults with opportunities to develop leadership skills, responsible citizenship, and promote international peace and understanding.
Rotaract at a Glance
• Official Program Since 1968• Members: 200,169• Clubs 8,703• Countries/Geographic Areas: 171
Rotaractors in Action (video):http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdpijIBPmx8
To read more: http://rotary.org/en/AboutUs/RotaryInternational/ataglance/Pages/ridefault.aspx
About District 2450
• 11 countries
Armenia – Bahrain – Cyprus – Egypt – Georgia – Jordan – Lebanon – Sudan –
South Sudan – Palestine – UAE
To read more: http://www.rotaract2450.org/
Areas of Focus
1. Professional Development
2. Community Service
3. International Service
4. Club Service
To read more, check out the Rotaract Handbook: http://www.rotary.org/RIdocuments/en_pdf/562en.pdf
1. Professional Development
Increasing knowledge and developing skills
2. Community Service
Improving quality of life in the community
3. International Service
Promoting international understanding
4. Club Service
Developing membership and fellowship activities
Rotaract Jumeirah’s Club Officers
• President• Vice President• Secretary• Treasurer• Professional Development Committee Director• Community Service Committee Director• International Service Committee Director• Club Service Committee Director• PR & Social Media Committee Director
To read more, check out the Rotaract Handbook: http://www.rotary.org/RIdocuments/en_pdf/562en.pdf
How To Join Us?
Show Interest
Get Involved
Board Approval
Pinning Ceremony
To know more, please visit our website:www.rotaractjumeirah.org
THANK YOU