jeudi 20 février 2014

Rotary International And Its History

By Ronald I B Ibettson


Aimed at connecting business and professional leaders, Rotary International is a membership organization that is committed to service, the development of better relationships and the advancement of the community. People who become members are expected to adhere to a strict standard of personal and professional ethics, as the duty of service is perceived as taking precedence over self. Because this organization is a secular one, it does not discriminate based upon age, religion, gender or race.

To be come a member of Rotary normally requires a sponsor, however anyone interested in joining should contact their local club. Membership is open to all interested parties who have something to contribute. It is a non-religious, non-political and multi-ethnic organization and welcomes men and women who want to make a difference to anyone anywhere in the world.

This organization has more than 1.2 million members throughout the world. Those who belong to this organization will often host social functions and these gathering will usually meet once per week. These can be as simple as breakfast, lunch or dinner meeting in which goals and activities are discussed. These meetings can be held in public places but are frequently held at member lodges. They offer exchanges and scholarships, literacy programs and many other resources and activities for community enrichment.

In all professional and commercial endeavors, Rotarian's value strong ethical and moral standards. They intend this to help promote health and further peace. They additionally value professions that supply supply value to the community.

Promoting increased international understanding is something else that Rotarian's do as well as increased unity and peace. They can do this through their massive, worldwide networks of professionals who hold memberships in different organization chapters. Each member is expected to hold the same service ideals.

Rotary International maintains its headquarters in Evanston, Illinois. It was formed in 1905 and has many branches in different countries throughout the world and numerous official languages. Paul P. Harris was the founder.




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