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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:
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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... • Offer opportunities for Rotarians to make lasting friendships outside of one’s own club, district and country • Contribute to the advancement of world understanding and peace • Serve as an incentive for attracting new members to Rotary and for retaining existing members
Rotary Fellowships History • 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. • 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. • As of 16 April 2012, there are 61 Rotary Fellowships.
How Rotary Fellowships Operate • 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. • Membership in fellowships is open to Rotarians, spouses of Rotarians and Rotaractors. • Each fellowship must maintain a membership base representing at least three different countries. • Each fellowship elects at least three officers to oversee the group’s operations. • Fellowships are expected to facilitate communication amongst their members and to maintain regular communication with Rotary International.
Examples of Rotary Fellowships Skiing Scuba Diving Motorcycling Musicians
Fellowships at the International Convention • June is Rotary Fellowships Month • Fellowships often use the International Convention in June as an opportunity to plan meetings and activities for attending members from around the world. • 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.
How to Join a Rotary Fellowship • Contact a group that interests you directly using contact information found on www.rotary.org/fellowships, or in the Rotary Fellowships Directory. • Contact your district Rotary Fellowships chairperson for guidance. • If a group for your interests does not currently exist, contact RI Staff for information on how to start a new group.
Online Resources • For general program information, visit www.rotary.org/fellowships, where you can access the following downloadable resources: • Rotary Fellowships Handbook (publication 729) • Rotary Fellowships e-Flier • Suggested Rotary Fellowships Posting Board • Rotary Fellowships Officer Directory • Rotary Fellowships Application Form
Contact RI Staff Rotary International Rotary Service Phone: 1-847-866-3252 Fax: 1-847-556-2182 E-mail:rotaryfellowships@rotary.org Rotary International 1560 Sherman Avenue Evanston, IL 60201-3698 USA
