Introduction to Rotary International

Rotary International

What is Rotary, why join us?

Rotary is fun; the people make it an enjoyable experience! Many lifelong friendships have emanated from belonging to a Rotary club.

Below you will find information on Rotary International, including

A quick list of reasons to join.
A 20 video introduction to Rotary International
A Mind Map overview of the video above

So why join Rotary - Here are just a few great reasons

Friendship

In an increasingly complex world, Rotary provides one of our basic needs: the need for friendship. It is one of the two reasons Rotary was founded in 1905.

The Development of Ethics

Rotarians practise a Four Way Test, a test that governs our ethical standards. Rotarians are expected to be ethical in business and personal relationships.

Business Development

The second reason for Rotary’s origination was business development. Everyone needs to network. Rotary consists of a cross section of the business community, from all walks of life. Rotarians seek to help each other and collectively help others.

Personal Growth and Development

Membership of Rotary continues to provide opportunities for growth and education in human relations and personal development.

The Opportunity to Serve

Rotary is a service with the motto Service Above Self. Rotarians provide community service locally and internationally. This is perhaps the best reason for becoming a Rotarian: the chance to do something for somebody else and to experience the self-fulfilment that comes from the process. It is a richly rewarding activity.

Fellowship

Every Rotary club and District has fellowship activities that provide a diversion from business life. Conferences, conventions and assemblies also provide good entertainment in addition to information, education and service.

Continuing Education

Each week at Rotary there is a program designed to keep members informed about community, national and world events. Guest speakers and timely topics are presented and discussed.