How do you get someone interested in joining Rotary?
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- What attracted you to Rotary in the first place?
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- What to this day still gets you excited about being a Rotarian?
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Chances are, non-Rotarians will be attracted by many of the same things that drew you to become a Rotarian. You won't need to sell Rotary like a dodgy second-hand car - actually, it's not a hard sell.
The values, beliefs and passions that drive our actions as Rotarians are very often shared by non-Rotarians - Rotary simply provides an outlet and vehicle for us to pursue each of these in a productive, efficient, fun and meaningful way with the help of individuals with similar interests.
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What's In It For Them (And You!)?
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The Opportunity to Serve
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Rotarians provide service at the local and international levels that addresses health care needs, hunger and poverty, illiteracy, disaster relief, and environmental issues, to name just a few areas of Rotarian activity. Through participation in these projects, members experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back to the community.
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Professional Networking
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A founding principle of Rotary was to provide a forum for professional and business leaders. Today’s membership includes leaders in business, industry, the professions, the arts, government, sports, the military, and religion who make critical decisions and influence policy. Rotary offers the opportunity to meet people of this high caliber and work with them in serving others.
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Personal Growth and Development
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Membership in Rotary ensures continuing personal and professional development. Rotarians have countless opportunities to further enhance their leadership skills, as well as gain experience in public speaking and communication, organization and planning, team building, fundraising, and teaching.
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Friendship
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Fellowship was a primary reason Rotary was started in 1905, and it remains a major attraction. Today, with more than 31,000 Rotary clubs in some 165 countries, Rotarians have friends wherever they go. Rotary helps to build a sense of community as well as enduring individual friendships.
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Cultural Diversity
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Rotary International is an association of local clubs in many countries. Membership is open to business and professional leaders from every ethnic group, political persuasion, cultural background, and religion. Rotarians value this cultural diversity and practice and promote tolerance.
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Good Citizenship
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Membership in Rotary makes one a better citizen. Weekly Rotary club programs keep members informed about what is taking place in the community, nation, and world. Rotary’s expansive network of clubs and programs provides extensive opportunities for service and cross-cultural inter-change.
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World Understanding
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Rotary members gain an understanding of humanitarian issues and have a significant impact on them through international service projects and exchange programs of RI and its Foundation. Promoting peace is one of Rotary’s foremost objectives.
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Entertainment
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Every Rotary club and district hosts parties and activities that offer diversion from life’s demands. Conferences, conventions, assemblies, and social events provide entertainment as well as Rotary information, education, and service.
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Future Generations
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Rotary sponsors some of the world’s largest cultural and educational exchange and scholarship programs. Rotary clubs provide innovative training opportunities and mentoring for future leaders.
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Ethical Environment
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Rotarians practice The Four-Way Test, which measures words and actions by their truthfulness, fairness, goodwill, and benefit to all. Encouraging high ethical standards in one’s profession and respect for all worthy vocations has been a hallmark of Rotary from its earliest days.
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What Other Resources Are At Your Disposal?
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Rotary International provides a number of online resources for prospective Rotarians - here's a few:
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The Rotary International
It's as simple as 1-2-3-4.
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1. Invite a potential member to a Rotary Club meeting
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2. BENEFITS — discuss benefits of a personal, business, karmic, values congruence or community nature.
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3. Complete short application form
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4. Most importantly...You just have to ASK!
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The Rotary Fellowships program is a structured program of Rotary International that comprises more than 100 independent fellowships. You can join the growing number of Rotarians who are sharing their favourite activities and professional interests through organized recreational, vocational, and health/medical-related groups within Rotary.
Visit the special for comprehensive information about the range of both recreational and vocational fellowships.
From Amateur Radio to Yachting, Rotary Fellowships reflect the varied interests and occupations of Rotarians worldwide. Although objectives differ, all fellowships share the same philosophy and foundation. The fellowships are organized by Rotarians for Rotarians to develop new friendships and to advance opportunities for service.
Within Rotary District 9800, there are many Rotarians who are actively involved in the Fellowships Program. These are listed below. Please use the contact information listed for our local Co-ordinators to discover more about these interesting programs. They will have up to date information on both local and international activities.
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