August is Membership & New Club Development Month
An engaged membership is vital for the effectiveness of any Rotary Club. Yes, August's recognized focus is Membership & New Club Development
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL
Roger Lindley
- Jul 8
- 2 min
A Brief History of Rotary in Thailand
17 September 1930 was the day Rotary International officially entered Thailand.
Roger Lindley
- Jul 8
- 1 min
July is Designated as New Leadership Month
Our leaders exemplify all of the qualities that make our members extraordinary: integrity, expertise, and commitment to service.
Roger Lindley
- Jun 6
- 1 min
June 2022 is Rotary Fellowship Month
Being part of a fellowship is a way to make friends around the world, explore a hobby or profession, and enhance your Rotary experience.
Viki Thomason
- May 3
- 3 min
Reimagining Membership Engagement: The Key To Revive Rotary
The Rotary District 3360 President-Elect Training Seminar (PETS) & District Team Training Seminar (DTTS) were held on 23-24 April 2022.
Roger Lindley
- Apr 4
- 2 min
April 2022 is Rotary Maternal & Child Health Month
Maternal and child care is one of Rotary’s main causes. Rotary makes health care available to vulnerable mothers and children.
Nancy Lindley
- Feb 28
- 1 min
Rotary International Statement on Ukraine Conflict
It is a tragic and sad time for the people of Ukraine and the world. At Rotary, we are deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation.
Roger Lindley
- Feb 28
- 1 min
March 2022 is Rotary Emphasis Month for Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene
The World Health Organization South-East Asia Region has made considerable progress in WASH provision during the past two decades.
Nancy Lindley
- Feb 1
- 1 min
Rotary's Position on Covid-19 Vaccination
Rotary believes the decision to vaccinate is a humanitarian imperative.
Roger Lindley
- Feb 1
- 2 min
RI Theme for February: Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution
Rotary projects provide training that fosters understanding and provides communities with the skills to resolve conflicts.
Roger Lindley
- Jan 4
- 2 min
January 2022 is Vocational Service Month
Vocational Service is the essence of Rotary and serves as the foundation from which we serve our communities around the world.
Roger Lindley
- Dec 8, 2021
- 3 min
December: Disease Prevention & Treatment Month
December 2021 is Rotary's Disease Prevention and Treatment Month. Rotary believes good health care is everyone’s right.
Nancy Lindley
- Nov 2, 2021
- 3 min
CMIRC Marks World Polio Day
On October 24, 2021, CMIRC marked World Polio Day in a low-keyed but impactful way by donating US$500 to the Polio Plus Fund of RI.
Roger Lindley
- Nov 2, 2021
- 3 min
The Rotary Foundation - "Doing Good in the World"
Rotary International's Area of Focus for November is The Rotary Foundation.
Roger Lindley
- Oct 8, 2021
- 2 min
October 2021 is Community Economic Development Month
The World Bank Group tracks several other poverty lines, including $3.20 a day, corresponding to conditions in lower-middle-income countries
Viki Thomason
- Sep 4, 2021
- 3 min
Effective Rotary Clubs in the Era of COVID-19
Effective clubs pursue the object of Rotary while embracing the motto of Service Above Self. They follow the Seven Areas of Focus.
Roger Lindley
- Sep 4, 2021
- 2 min
September is Basic Education & Literacy Month
September 8, 2021 will be celebrated under the theme “Literacy for a human-centered recovery: Narrowing the digital divide”.
Roger Lindley
- Jul 10, 2021
- 1 min
July is New Leadership Month
In Rotary Year 2021-2022, the month of July is designated as New Leadership Month. This year's Leadership Team has been identified as:
Roger Lindley
- May 31, 2021
- 1 min
June 2021 is Rotary Fellowships Month
Rotary Fellowships are international groups that share a common passion. Being part of fellowship is a fun way to make friends.
Roger Lindley
- May 31, 2021
- 2 min
What is a Rotary Action Group?
Recently, there has been confusion among some CMIRC members as to the status and purpose of Rotary Action Groups. They are not Rotary clubs.
Nancy Lindley
- May 6, 2021
- 1 min
Register Now for the Rotary International Virtual Convention 2021
Mark your calendars for an exciting opportunity to connect with Rotary members worldwide at the 2021 Virtual Convention.
Roger Lindley
- May 6, 2021
- 3 min
May is Rotary Youth Service Month
May is Youth Service (formerly called New Generations) Month when Rotary Clubs around the world focus on youth services...
Roger Lindley
- Apr 18, 2021
- 2 min
April 2021 is Maternal & Child Health Month
Maternal health: Refers to the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period.
Roger Lindley
- Apr 17, 2021
- 2 min
Mandatory Community Needs Assessment for Rotary Foundation Global Grant Projects
Starting July 1, 2018, any club or district that applies for a global grant to support a humanitarian project or a vocational training team
Roger Lindley
- Mar 6, 2021
- 2 min
March 2021 is Water and Sanitation Month
The benefits of having access to an improved drinking water source can only be fully realized when there is also access to sanitation.
Roger Lindley
- Feb 5, 2021
- 2 min
Rotary International’s 116th Birthday on February 23rd
The first gathering, on Thursday evening, 23 February 1905 in Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A. was initiated by attorney Paul P. Harris.
Roger Lindley
- Feb 5, 2021
- 1 min
February is Peace & Conflict Prevention / Resolution Month
As a humanitarian organization, peace is a cornerstone of our mission. We believe when people work to create peace in their communities...
Roger Lindley
- Jan 7, 2021
- 1 min
January is Vocational Service Month
Vocational Service is one of Rotary’s Avenues of Service. Through Vocational Service we: Serve others by using our unique skills...
Roger Lindley
- Jan 7, 2021
- 1 min
About The Rotary Foundation and Paul Harris Fellow Recognition
The Paul Harris Fellowship Award is one of the highest honors Rotary can bestow upon a person. Recipients are Rotarians and professionals...
Roger Lindley
- Dec 3, 2020
- 4 min
That "Classification" Thing
We do not talk about this in our club due to the fact that so many of our members are retired and “classification quota” does not apply to
Roger Lindley
- Dec 3, 2020
- 3 min
December is Disease Prevention & Treatment Month
The work of Rotary begins in the community, and every community has its own unique needs and concerns.
Roger Lindley
- Nov 5, 2020
- 2 min
RI's November Focus is The Rotary Foundation
The Rotary Foundation transforms your gifts into projects that change lives both close to home and around the world.
Roger Lindley
- Oct 6, 2020
- 1 min
October is Economic & Community Development Month
Nearly 1.4 billion employed people live on less than $1.25 a day. Our members promote economic and community development and reduce poverty.
Viki Thomason
- Sep 9, 2020
- 3 min
Innovation and Flexibility: The Key To Expand The Rotary Family
The Rotary District 3360's Foundation, Membership, and Branding Workshops were held on 22-23 August 2020 at the Seeharaj Hotel in Uttaradit.
Roger Lindley
- Sep 9, 2020
- 2 min
Grant Management Seminar
The CMIRC Foundation Chair encourages any Rotarian interested in championing a Global Grant to complete this on-line Global Grant Seminar...
Roger Lindley
- Sep 9, 2020
- 2 min
RI Monthly Focus - Basic Education & Literacy
Basic education and literacy is one of the Rotary Foundation’s seven areas of focus. We know that basic education and literacy are essential
Roger Lindley
- Aug 29, 2020
- 3 min
The Rotary Brand
Despite more than a century of Rotarians creating change in communities around the globe, many people don’t understand what Rotary is.
Roger Lindley
- Aug 6, 2020
- 3 min
August 2020 Membership and New Club Development Month
We see an ageing population, declining membership in all service club organizations & younger generations with different priorities in life.
Roger Lindley
- Aug 6, 2020
- 2 min
The Seventh Area of Focus
Rotary Foundation Trustees & Rotary International Board of Directors have both unanimously approved adding a new area of focus: Environment.
Roger Lindley
- Aug 6, 2020
- 1 min
Community Needs Assessment
“Assessing your community’s strengths, weaknesses, needs, and assets is an essential first step in planning an effective project."
Roger Lindley
- Jul 11, 2020
- 2 min
Thoughts on Singing, Anthems and Prayers
Singing at Rotary Club meetings goes back to the very beginning. According to Past RI President Cliff Dochterman...
Roger Lindley
- Jul 9, 2020
- 1 min
Rotary Focus for the Month of July: None Designated
July is the start of new Rotary officers' year of service. These officers are those serving at the club, district and Rotary International.
Roger Lindley
- Jul 8, 2020
- 1 min
Supporting the Environment Becomes the 7th Area of Focus
The Rotary Foundation Trustees and Rotary International Board of Directors have added a new area of focus: supporting the environment.
Roger Lindley
- Jun 1, 2020
- 3 min
People Mailed Dimes by the Truckload to FDR's White House to Cure Polio
The story of polio and the March of Dimes Foundation, is really about Franklin Delano Roosevelt, one of the most popular US presidents...
Roger Lindley
- Jun 1, 2020
- 1 min
June - Rotary Fellowships Month
June is designated as “Rotary Fellowships Month” by the RI Board to recognize the importance of international fellowship...
Roger Lindley
- Jun 1, 2020
- 6 min
3 Reasons Why Non-profits Cannot Operate Like Businesses
Non-profits cannot always act like a business because of some key distinctions between the two.
Roger Lindley
- May 5, 2020
- 3 min