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Why Join the Rotary
1. Friendship- In an
increasingly complex world, Rotary provides one of the most basic human
needs: The need for friends and fellowship. It is one of the two reasons
why Rotary began in 1905.
2. Business
Development- The second original reason for Rotary's beginning. Everyone
needs to network. Rotary consists of a cross section of every business
community. Its members come from all walks of life. Rotarians help one
another, and collectively help others.
3. Personal Growth and
Development- Membership in Rotary continues one's growth and education in
human relations and personal development.
4. Leadership
Development- Rotary is an organization of leaders and successful people.
Serving in Rotary positions is like a college education in Leadership:
Learning how to motivate, influence and lead leaders.
5. Citizenship in the
Community- Membership in a Rotary club makes one a better community
citizen. The average Rotary club consists of the most active citizens of
any community.
6. Continuing
Education- Each week at Rotary there is a program designed to keep one
informed as to what is going on in the community, nation, and world.
Different speakers, different topics.
7. Fun- Rotary is fun.
A lot of fun. Each meeting is fun. The club projects are fun Social
activities are fun. And the service is fun.
8. Public Speaking
Skills- Many an individual who joined Rotary was afraid to speak in
public. Rotary develops confidence and skill in public communication; and
opportunity.
9. Citizenship in the
World- Every Rotarian wears a pin that says: "Rotary International." And,
every Rotarian is welcome- even encouraged to attend- at over 28,000 clubs
in the more than 188 nations and geographical regions. There are few
places on the globe which do not have a Rotary club. Instant friends in
both onešs own community and in the world community.
10. Assistance When
Traveling- Because there are Rotary clubs everywhere, many a Rotarian who
has needed a doctor, lawyer, hotel, dentist, advice, etc., while traveling
has found same quickly through Rotary.
11. Entertainment-
Every Rotary club and district has parties and activities which provide
diversion in one's business life. Rotary has conferences, conventions,
assemblies, and institutes which provide entertainment in addition to
Rotary information, education and service.
12. The Development of
Social Skills- Every week and at various events Rotary develops one's
personality, social and people skills, Rotary is for people who like
people, or who want to.
13. Family Programs-
Rotary provides one of the world's largest; youth exchange programs; high
school and college clubs for future Rotarians; spouse clubs and programs,
and a host of activities designed to assist family members in growth and
the development of family values.
14. Vocational Skills-
Every Rotarian is expected to take a part in the growth and development of
his or her own profession or vocation; to serve on committees and to teach
youth about one's job or vocation. Rotary helps to make one a better
doctor, lawyer, teacher (or whatever one does for a living) etc.
15. The Development of
Ethics- Rotarians practice a 4-Way Test which governs one's ethical
standards. Rotarians are expected to be ethical in business and personal
relationships.
16. Cultural
Awareness- Around the world, practically every religion country, culture,
race, creed, political persuasion, language, color and ethnic identity is
found in Rotary. It is a cross section of the world's most prominent
citizens from every background. Rotarians become aware of other cultures
and learn to love and work with people everywhere. They become better
citizens of their countries in the process.
17. Prestige- Rotary
members are prominent people: Leaders of business, the professions, an,
government, sports, military, religion and all disciplines. Rotary is the
oldest and most prestigious service club in the world. Its ranks are
executives, managers, and professionals: People who make decisions and
influence policy. Not every one is invited to join Rotary.
18. Nice People-
Rotarians above all are nice people; the nicest people on the face of the
earth. They are important people who adhere to the policy that while it is
nice to be important, it is more important to be nice.
19. The absence of
"official creed"- Rotary has no secret handshake, no secret policy, no
official creed, no secret meeting or rituals. It is an open society- of
men and women who simple belief in helping others.
20. The Opportunity to Serve- Rotary is a service club. Its business is
mankind; its product is service. Rotarians provide community service - to
both the local and international communities. This is the best reason
perhaps for becoming a Rotarian: The chance to do something for somebody
else. And to sense the self-fulfillment which comes in the process. And
the return to onešs own life. Rotarians believe in service above self; it
is richly rewarding. "THEY PROFIT MOST WHO SERVES THE BEST."
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