Rotary 101

Overview of Rotary

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January – Rotary Awareness Month

Training and Review of Rotary

Education and understanding of what Rotary is

Inspiring each individual Rotarian to take action

Club-of-the-Month submission at end of the month

Plan for January

Plan and accomplish all our activities related to

Rotary Awareness

Radio programs Newspaper publicity Training/education of our own members Other – what else can we do to make the public

aware?

…and we need follow-through on all these activities.

Plan for January

1. What is Rotary2. New Members3. Rotary Facts4. Areas of Service5. Benefits6. Involvement7. Obligations8. Discussion

Plan for Presentation

http://www.rotary.org/en/annualreport/2010-11/whoweare/Pages/ridefault.aspx

What is Rotary?

A worldwide network of inspired individuals

Individuals who translate their passions into relevant social causes to change lives in communities.

Questions for Anguilla – How do we fit in? How do You fit in?

Rotary is

Rotary is much bigger than you or me. Rotary is a global organization. The guidelines for being part of Rotary are found in

Rotary’s Manual of Procedure. The M.O.P. is revised every 3 years. Current issue

is 2010.

Regulations/Procedures

A complex organization

All clubs and all Rotarians adhere to The constitution of the Rotary Club and The procedures for participation in the club, district,

zone

What is Rotary?

Membership. Sustains or increases their

membership base

Projects. Implements successful service projects in their community and communities in other countries

TRF. Supports The Rotary Foundation, both financially and through program participation

Develops leaders capable of serving in Rotary beyond the club level

An effective Rotary club

…of the things we think, say, and do:

Is it the TRUTH? Is it FAIR to all concerned? Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER

FRIENDSHIPS? Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

Rotary’s 4-Way Test

FIRST – The development of acquaintance as an

opportunity for service SECOND – High ethical standards in business and

professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying of each Rotarian’s occupation as an opportunity to serve society

THIRD – The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian’s personal, business, and community life

FOURTH – The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service

The Object of RotaryService

Club Service

Community Service

International Service

Vocational Service

New Generations Service

Area of Service

Take Action!

Rotarians

Become more involved in your community Provide aid to other parts of the world through the

opportunities that your Rotary club and Rotary International offer

New members

Rotary International tells new members that you’ll have a chance to –

Many New Member pamphlets – available either

for download from the website or purchase in hard copy. Here are two:

http://shop.rotary.org/Rotary-Basics/dp/B005R0SEJM

New member information

34,000 Rotary clubs around the world A global network Includes business, professional, and community

leaders Rotarians

Volunteer their time and talents Serve communities locally and around the world Form strong, lasting friendships in the process

Background

As community volunteers, we reach out to neighbors in need.

We build, support, and organize. We save lives. We work locally and globally. Ask yourself, how do you fit in? Is Rotary visible enough in Anguilla?

What Rotarians have in common

We take action!

1.2 million men and women of Rotary

Rotarians around the world and around the corner - Get involved in their communities Connect with other professionals Share their time and experience with young people Support global causes, such as eradicating polio Use their skills to help others

Much of Rotary’s work is done at home in the local community

Rotary facts

Exemplifies the humanitarian spirit of the 1.2 million Rotarians

worldwide

Rotary’s Motto

Service Above Self

Peace and conflict prevention/resolution Disease prevention and treatment Water and sanitation Maternal and child health Basic education and literacy Economic and community development

Rotary’s Areas of Service/Focus

What is RC of Anguilla doing – in each of these areas?

Before we can increase the membership, we

must learn how to

Maintain the members we currently have. Are we doing that?

Keep our members active and contributing. Are we doing that?

Become an effective Rotary Club that people will actually be proud to be part of… Are we doing that?

RC of Anguilla

Maybe you’ve seen a need in your own community

and wondered how you could help. Maybe you want to use your professional skills to

help others. Maybe you want to learn new skills. Maybe you’re seeking connections with other

service-minded professionals in your community or abroad.

Why did you join Rotary?

Are those goals being fulfilled? What else can you do?

Consider Rotary’s Areas of Focus Are you accomplishing what you had hoped to

accomplish through Rotary?

Why did you join Rotary?

Joining Rotary can help you achieve these goals.

Joining Rotary can help you serve your community.

Joining Rotary can help you achieve so much more.

The following are real Rotarians and what they gain through Rotary:

As a Rotarian -

Rotary creates the perfect venue for me to

give back to the community I live in while enjoying the camaraderie of positive and active individuals.” 

— Tom Brand, Rotary Club of Kenosha West, Wisconsin, USA

Community Service

“Rotary is a tremendous network. Leaders in

the community can connect and reach out to people in need.” 

— Russel Honoré, Rotary Club of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA

Networking

“A week doesn't go by that I don't learn

something new from the speaker at our club or just from working on projects with people. It's an opportunity to grow indefinitely.” 

— Stephen Brown, Rotary Club of La Jolla Golden Triangle, California, USA

Leadership Skills

“I've become much more internationally

focused, and understand that there's so much more I can do as part of a bigger whole than I could ever do on my own.” 

— Toni McAndrew, Rotary Club of Mid-Valley (Dickson City), Pennsylvania, USA

International Service

“Every Rotary club in the world, no matter

how big or small, has one thing in common: friendship. And it's from this base of friendship that we serve our community.” 

— Kemal Attilâ, Rotary Club of Ankara-Tandogan, Turkey

Friendship

We want families with children to join Rotary,

so we try to be very flexible. Family commitments always take precedence.” 

— Wendy Scammell, Rotary Club of St. John's Northwest, Newfoundland, Canada

Family-friendly

For me, Rotary is a way of life – one that my

husband and I have lived our whole lives.” 

— Julia Gereda de Carlin, Rotary Club of Monterrico-Surco, Peru

Family-friendly

“A great tool Rotary has is its educational

programs. I was an exchange student (Rotary Youth Exchange) in Switzerland in high school. That’s how I got involved and what made me want to give back.” 

— Jorge Aguilar, Rotaract Club of Chicago, Illinois, USA

Opportunities for Young People

Long-time Rotarians agree that the involvement is key

to getting the most out of Rotary.

Rotarians must volunteer in these ways: to serve on a committee that serves your interests to be a greeter at regular club meetings to join a service project team to help develop and carry through an excellent

community project

You’ll get to know your fellow Rotarians. You’ll get to understand Rotary more clearly.

Involvement is the Key

What are the obligations of a Rotarian?

 (1) One of the obligations and responsibilities of Rotary club members is the prompt payment of club dues.

(2) Another important obligation and responsibility is regular attendance.

Obligations of Rotarians

All Rotarians…

It will be my duty to Exemplify the Object of Rotary in all my daily

contacts and activities Abide by the constitutional documents of

Rotary International and of the club.I agree To pay any admission fees required by the

club and To pay annual dues in accordance with the

club bylaws.

According to the Rotary Manual of Procedure, Rotary

dues must be paid within 30 days from the due date (either July 1 or January 1 - or both).

Rotary dues are necessary to allow the clubs to function effectively.

Members and even clubs that are delinquent can have their membership terminated.

Rotary has specific financial obligations that must be met by all Rotarians.

Rotary dues

First of all, Rotary is so much more fun when

you attend!

We miss you when you do not attend!

The only way to stay involved is to attend.

But otherwise…

Regular attendance

Only when you attend and participate

Can you keep up to date with what the club is doing

Can you offer your services to the club and to the community

Will you feel part of Rotary Can you bring a friend along Can you share in Rotary’s good name and

good works

Regular Attendance

Sustain or increase their membership base Implement successful service projects in their

community and communities in other countries

Support The Rotary Foundation, both financially and through program participation

Develop leaders capable of serving in Rotary beyond the club level

Effective Rotary Clubs

Determined to build a better future

Dedicated to ridding the world of polio

Bringing hope to people in need

Meeting basic human needs

Serving our communities with hands-on projects!

Where do you fit in? Why did you join Rotary? What has Rotary done for you? What have you done, and what can you do, for Rotary? Do you attend regularly? …attend other clubs? Do you pay your dues on time? What service projects are you involved in? Are you a Good Rotarian? If not, then how do you change? Is our club an effective Rotary club? If not, then what can

we do? How can we increase Rotary awareness?

Discussion

Rotary 101

Overview of Rotary