One of Rotary’s founding principles was to use your vocation — whether as a doctor, lawyer, engineer, or another profession — to do good in the world. As we attempt to overcome and recover from the pandemic, this principle is vital in retraining people who have lost their jobs. In response, the Rotary E-Club of Tamar Hong Kong organized seminars for young people, with the aim of preparing them for the changing world of work.
Vocational Service remains at the heart of Rotary. In 1987-88, RI President Charles C. Keller reinvigorated the Avenue by appointing the first Vocational Service Committee in 50 years. The committee redefined how clubs could more effectively participate in Vocational Service and drafted the new Declaration of Rotarians in Businesses and Professions.
JOIN US for the Tri-District Conference in St. Cloud, MN on April 21-23, 2022. Hear more about this exciting event in District Governor Keith Brokke's video invite!
what is IMPACT 2022?
Impact! 2022 is the first-ever Tri-District Conference for Rotarians and Rotaractors from International Districts #5,580, #5,950, and #5,960. Pack your bags and get ready for an engaging weekend filled with education, camaraderie, celebration, inspiration, personal growth, and fun!
By participating in this one-of-a-kind event, your club will be measurably stronger, healthier, and happier in the year to come. Your ticket gives you full access to the entire conference, and guests are invited to fully participate.
District 5580 is joining the 2022 North Central Presidents-Elect Training Seminar (NCPETS), giving you the opportunity to Collaborate, Network and Be Inspired by an incredible group of Rotarians! Follow the link to hear more from DGE Kay Biga.
Use Coupon Code: NCPETS5580 at checkout. District 5580 Clubs pay for PETS when submitting payment for their District dues. To ensure that no additional charges are incurred, use code NCPETS5580 during registration checkout.
Submitted by: Patty Baltz, District Trainer (2020-2022)
A One Rotary Summit (ORS) is designed for new and experienced Rotarians and Rotaractors to come together and share discussion about service opportunities and how Membership, Public Image, and Humanitarian Service through The Rotary Foundation are connected and work together in Rotary.
This year’s One Rotary Summit incorporates Rotary International President Shekhar Mehta’s Rotary theme, Serve to Change Lives, as well as the action priorities of Rotary’s Strategic Plan.
Why should you attend a One Rotary Summit? Because those attending will interact with other Rotarians to jointly discover and develop creative ways to achieve and sustain membership growth and retention, to increase Rotary Foundation giving and project engagement, and to gain enhanced public image in their communities.
For more than 100 years, Rotary has united leaders who are committed to using their expertise to improve communities. While we’ve made a significant difference around the world, many people still don’t fully understand who we are and what makes us unique. It’s important that we tell our story in ways that help people everywhere understand what Rotary does, how we’re different, and why our work matters.
BRING OUR BRAND TO LIFE
A consistent voice and unified visual identity are essential components of a strong brand. Learn how to use Rotary’s communication and design elements to build awareness and recognition of Rotary. For quick reference, download our Logos at a Glance.
Submitted by: Herb Schmidt, District Foundation Chair
HAPPY NEW YEAR! January is Rotary’s “Vocational Service” month. I’m often asked “What is vocational service?” Taking an excerpt from the January week 1 Monday minute, Vocational Service is described as:
“The Avenue of Service whereby Rotarians advance high ethical standards by being a positive example among colleagues in their community. They achieve this through personal commitment to high ethical standards in relations with customers, vendors, and business associates and treating each business interaction with care and consideration. Additionally, the promotion of socially and environmentally responsible practices in their businesses and organizations is another way Rotarians can manifest the spirit of Vocational Service.”
In support of your club's membership development and community outreach, the club will receive $100 for each new member who joins through June 30, 2022. The dollars are in place to help lower the cost to the new member and are to be used to directly offset the new member's dues.
Submitted by: Laurie Lewandowski, District Friendship Exchange Chair
“Hey Y’all!” Join the Rotary Friendship Exchange to Central Texas!
The District 5580 Rotary Friendship Exchange (RFE) committee is now accepting applications for an exchange with District 5850 to Austin, Texas, April 1st – April 10th, 2022. The Rotary Friendship Exchange program is funded by the participants, but travel costs are kept low with lodging and many meals provided by Rotarian host families. Please visit the RFE webpage on the District Website to find out more about the itinerary for this exchange visit and additional information about the Rotary Friendship Exchange Program including costs.
WE CAN ONLY SHARE YOUR CLUB'S NEWS, IF WE KNOW ABOUT YOUR CLUB'S NEWS!
The number one thing most clubs want to know is what is happening around the District, but we can't help spread the word if we don't know what your club is up to.
Please submit a summary of your club events, news and projects to Gloria by the 10th of each month. We can include information in our Monday Minutes and in our newsletter.
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