Celebrate Earth Day with resources from the Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group

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Wildfires, heatwaves, droughts, and floods leave many people wondering what they can do to address the environmental challenges facing our world. In Rotary, the Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group (ESRAG) has provided a platform for environmentally-minded Rotary and Rotaract members to come together to seek solutions that have a sustainable impact. For Earth Day, 22 April, check out some of the many resources the action group makes available to members to carry out effective environmental actions. 

District-wide online clubs offer easy entry into Rotary

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Members of Activate Victoria, which uses a club model that attracts members through community service projects.

By Amanda Wendt, past governor of District 9800

During my year as district governor, we wanted to charter a club that would be different and offer a pathway for new Rotarians to pursue their passion for community service and enjoy the benefits of membership without some of the conventional obligations. The club, which adopts a district-wide online model, provides flexibility for members to pursue their own interests and creates a supportive experience for each member.

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Why I’m thrilled for the Asia Pacific Regional Rotaract Conference

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Rotaractors enjoy last year’s Asia Pacific Regional Rotaract Conference in Seoul, Korea.

By Divagaran S/O Kalaivanan, Rotaract Club of Raffles City, Singapore, and chair of the Asia Pacific Regional Rotaract Conference

As a dedicated Rotaractor deeply invested in fostering positive change within our communities, the upcoming Asia Pacific Regional Rotaract Conference (APRRC) 1-4 June is a beacon of excitement on my horizon. With Singapore as the vibrant backdrop for this year’s 20th conference gathering, the anticipation is palpable, and I can hardly contain my enthusiasm for what lies ahead.

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Ukrainian refugee joins with Rotarians to help people back home

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Rotarians have partnered with a solar energy company to provide solar generators that power critical medical equipment at front-line hospitals in Ukraine. Photo by Olena Vynohradova

By Heidi Rickels, past president of the Rotary E-club of WASH

As a Rotarian and development professional, I’ve witnessed many remarkable stories of resilience and compassion. One that deeply touched my heart is that of Yurii Zinchenko, a highly accomplished lawyer with more than 20 years of experience practicing and teaching law in Ukraine. As his apartment building burned, he fled his home in eastern Ukraine, along with his wife, Vitalina, and their young daughter, Anastasia, in February of 2022.

The journey for the Zinchenko family was marked by hardship and uncertainty as they navigated the perilous path westward, fleeing the violent Russian invasion alongside countless other Ukrainians desperate for safety. It was a journey filled with displacement, confusion, and fear, which ultimately led to a beacon of hope.

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9 tips for breathing life into every speech

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Craig Valentine, the 1999 World Champion of Public Speaking, delivers his message using storytelling.

By Craig Valentine

Over the past 20 years, I’ve had some amazing opportunities to speak to audiences about the importance of leadership and presentation skills. The main tool I’ve used to accomplish this is storytelling. Storytelling helps both leaders and presenters motivate, inspire, and influence their listeners and be remembered.

Here are nine storytelling techniques I use that can help you breathe life into your next speech about a Rotary club project or fund-raising appeal.

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