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Global Networking Groups
Rotary Action Groups
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Rotary Fellowship groups
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Rotarian Action Groups
“In service there is happiness.”
-Rotary Founder Paul Harris
Rotary Fellowships
“Fellowship is wonderful; it illuminates life’s pathway,
spreads good cheer, and is worth high price.”
-Rotary Founder Paul Harris
What Are Rotarian Action Groups?
Rotarian Action Groups conduct handson, international service projects that
advance the Object of Rotary. They’re
organized by committed Rotarians,
Rotarian spouses, and Rotaractors who
have expertise and a passion for a
particular type of service.
How Rotarian Action Groups Operate
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Each Rotarian Action Group is officially recognized
by the RI Board of Directors, but functions
independently of Rotary International, with its own
rules, dues requirements, and administrative
structure.
Membership is open to Rotarians, spouses of
Rotarians, and Rotaractors.
Each group must maintain at least 100 members
representing at least 10 countries and three Rotary
zones.
Rotarian Action Groups must adopt RI’s standard
bylaws for Rotarian Action Groups and operate in
accordance with Rotary policy.
Rotarian Action Groups are expected to facilitate
communication among their members and maintain
regular communication with RI.
Some Benefits of Rotarian Action Groups
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Rotarian Action Groups provide opportunities for
Rotarians to engage in meaningful service in
partnership with like-minded Rotarians outside of
their own club, district, or country.
Rotarian Action Groups’ size and internationality
enables their service projects to benefit from the
expertise and collaboration of Rotarians from all over
the world.
Rotarian Action Group projects have the potential to
significantly enhance Rotary’s public image.
Current Rotarian Action Groups
As of 1 October 2010, there are 14 Rotarian Action
Groups addressing the following areas of service:
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AIDS
Blindness Prevention
Blood Donation
Dental Volunteers
Diabetes
Disaster Relief
Health Fairs
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Hunger and Malnutrition
Malaria
Microcredit
Multiple Sclerosis
Polio Survivors
Population and Development
Water and Sanitation
Examples of Rotarian Action Groups
AIDS
Blood Donation
Population
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MS
Awareness
Dental Volunteers
Development
Rotarian Action Groups at the
International Convention
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Rotarian Action Groups use the International
Convention in June as an opportunity to plan
meetings, informational workshops, and
other activities for attending members and
prospective members from around the world.
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Rotarian Action Group exhibits make up a
vital part of the House of Friendship, and
groups use this opportunity to celebrate their
accomplishments, plan for the future, and
recruit new members.
How to Join a Rotarian Action Group
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Contact a group that interests you directly
using contact information found on
www.rotary.org, or in the Global
Networking Groups Directory.
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If a group for your interests does not
currently exist, contact RI Staff for
information on how to start a new group.
Online Resources
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For general program information, visit
www.rotary.org/actiongroups
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On the Web, you may access the following
downloadable resources:
• Rotarian Action Groups Flyer
• Rotarian Action Groups PowerPoint Presentation
• Rotarian Action Groups Directory
• Rotarian Action Groups Application Form
• Suggested Rotarian Action Groups Posting Board
Contact RI Staff
Rotary International
Programs & Presidential Initiatives Section
Phone: 1-847-866-4494
Fax: 1-847-556-2182
E-mail: [email protected]
Rotary International
1560 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201-3698
USA
Rotary Fellowships
“Fellowship is wonderful; it illuminates life’s pathway,
spreads good cheer, and is worth high price.”
-Rotary Founder Paul Harris
What are Rotary Fellowships?
Groups of Rotarians, Rotarian spouses and
Rotaractors who unite to:
• Share a common interest in worthwhile
recreational activities (sports, hobbies, etc.)
• Further their vocational development through
acquaintance with others of the same
profession
• Make new friends around the world
• Explore new opportunities for service
• Have fun and enhance their experience in
Rotary
Other Benefits of Rotary Fellowships
Rotary Fellowships...
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Offer opportunities for Rotarians to make
lasting friendships outside of one’s own club,
district and country
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Contribute to the advancement of world
understanding and peace
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Serve as an incentive for attracting new
members to Rotary and for retaining existing
members
Rotary Fellowships History
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Rotary Fellowships informally began in 1928 when a
group of Rotarians with an interest in Esperanto
joined together. In 1947 Rotarians organized a group
of boating enthusiasts, which became the Yachting
Fellowship.
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These activities gained more attention and operated
over the years as World Fellowship Activities,
International Vocational Contact Groups, Rotary
Recreational and Vocational Fellowships, and finally,
Rotary Fellowships.
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As of 1 July 2008, there are 66 Rotary Fellowships.
How Rotary Fellowships Operate
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Each Fellowship is officially recognized by the RI
Board of Directors, but operates independently of
Rotary International, with its own rules, dues
requirements, and administrative structure.
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Membership in fellowships is open to Rotarians,
spouses of Rotarians and Rotaractors.
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Each fellowship must maintain a membership base
representing at least three different countries.
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Each fellowship elects at least three officers to
oversee the group’s operations.
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Fellowships are expected to facilitate communication
amongst their members and to maintain regular
communication with Rotary International.
Examples of Rotary Fellowships
Marathon Running
Scuba Diving
Flying
Doll Lovers
Fellowships at the International Convention
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June is Rotary Fellowships Month
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Fellowships often use the International
Convention in June as an opportunity to plan
meetings and activities for attending
members from around the world.
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Fellowship exhibits make up a vital part of
the House of Friendship, and groups use this
opportunity to celebrate their
accomplishments, plan for the future, and
recruit new members.
The International Convention
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Above: The Convention-Goers Fellowship celebrates Rotary’s
Centennial at the 2005 International Convention in Chicago
How to Join a Rotary Fellowship
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Contact a group that interests you directly
using contact information found on
www.rotary.org, or in the Global Networking
Groups Directory.
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Contact your district Rotary Fellowships
chairperson for guidance.
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If a group for your interests does not
currently exist, contact RI Staff for
information on how to start a new group.
Online Resources
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For general program information, visit
www.rotary.org and search for “Rotary Fellowships.”
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On the Web, you may access the following
downloadable resources:
• Rotary Fellowships Handbook (publication 729)
• Rotary Fellowships Flyer
• Rotary Fellowships PowerPoint Presentation
• Global Networking Groups Directory
• Global Networking Groups Application Form
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Join the Global Networking Groups Discussion
Forum at http://forums.rotary.org/.
Contact RI Staff
Rotary International
Programs & Presidential Initiatives Section
Phone: 1-847-866-4494
Fax: 1-847-866-6116
E-mail: [email protected]
Rotary International
1560 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201-3698
USA