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Why should you join Rotaract? What does it offer ?
Rotaract is a worldwide organization, with around 8,200 clubs in 170 different countries. There are many things Rotaract has to offer. In a nutshell some of the main things you can expect to gain from becoming a Rotaractor include:
Rotaract stands for “Rotary in Action”. It was officially inaugurated by Rotary International President Luther Hodges in January 1968, which means Rotaract Movement is celebrating its 43rd Year. Rotaract Club of North Charlotte, chartered on 13th March 1968 at North California was the first club. The decision to adopt the program came at a time when student protests worldwide were of growing concern to Rotarians. Hence, Rotaract was evolved as the tool to synergise the energies of the young adults into positive activities that could benefit their community. Rotaract originally began as a Rotary International youth programme. 43 years later it continues to experience its phenomenal growth. There are currently more that 7,500 Rotaract Clubs spread over 155 countries, with an estimated membership of more than 173,000 Rotaractors. The program continues to grow making it a true global movement with motto of ‘Self Development through Service and Fellowship'.
- Having heaps of fun while making new friendships that last a lifetime, both here and overseas.
- The satisfaction of knowing that you can make a difference, in the local community and overseas.
- Pushing yourself to the limit and realising your potential in both personal and professional areas of life.
Rotaract stands for “Rotary in Action”. It was officially inaugurated by Rotary International President Luther Hodges in January 1968, which means Rotaract Movement is celebrating its 43rd Year. Rotaract Club of North Charlotte, chartered on 13th March 1968 at North California was the first club. The decision to adopt the program came at a time when student protests worldwide were of growing concern to Rotarians. Hence, Rotaract was evolved as the tool to synergise the energies of the young adults into positive activities that could benefit their community. Rotaract originally began as a Rotary International youth programme. 43 years later it continues to experience its phenomenal growth. There are currently more that 7,500 Rotaract Clubs spread over 155 countries, with an estimated membership of more than 173,000 Rotaractors. The program continues to grow making it a true global movement with motto of ‘Self Development through Service and Fellowship'.
Who can join Rotaract ?
Membership is open to all men and women aged between 18 and 30. There is no restriction on race, gender, vocation, religion, political beliefs, etc. Rotaract is a truly non-sectarian service organisation that welcomes everyone.
We are a professional organisation that is accountable for every cent we raise, so we need to make sure our members are responsible citizens of good-standing in the community. The vast majority of our members are students and young professionals.
We are happy for 17 year olds to check us out with a view to joining once you turn 18. We are unable to accept anyone for membership over 30 years of age; we recommend you instead look up your local Rotary club.
We are a professional organisation that is accountable for every cent we raise, so we need to make sure our members are responsible citizens of good-standing in the community. The vast majority of our members are students and young professionals.
We are happy for 17 year olds to check us out with a view to joining once you turn 18. We are unable to accept anyone for membership over 30 years of age; we recommend you instead look up your local Rotary club.
How do you start getting involved ?
Once you have made your mind to join Rotaract Club of Deonar, you need to attend at least 3 of their club ("general") meetings and participate in one project before you can be considered for membership. That way, you can see what you think of the club and what we do, and we can get to know you and see how well you fit into the club.
What can you expect at a Rotaract meeting ?
Every Rotaract club runs their meetings a little differently.
Hopefully you should find a warm, friendly group of people at a meeting that will last from half an hour to an hour and a half or so. The meeting will largely comprise of an "information exchange" session where you can find out what is going on, and perhaps discussion on events that the club plans to organize.
Hopefully you should find a warm, friendly group of people at a meeting that will last from half an hour to an hour and a half or so. The meeting will largely comprise of an "information exchange" session where you can find out what is going on, and perhaps discussion on events that the club plans to organize.
How can you apply to become a member ?
You can fill up the Membership Form and we will invite you to our General Body Meeting (GBM) or a Project to give you a better picture of the activities of the club.
Does filling in the membership form guarantee that you will become a member ?
No, it does not.
To become a member you have to attend at least three consecutive General Body Meetings of the club. If you are not able to come for all the three meetings make sure that you come for one of the clubs projects. After the attendance is fulfilled you will have a Personal Interview taken by the Board of Directors of Rotract Club of Deonar.
The interview would indicate your willingness to become a member; the club Board then determines if they think you will fit in with the rest of the club. This is not so we can be elitist or snobby - we just want to minimise conflicts. This doesn't mean that if you are very shy or very outgoing compared to the rest of the club that we won't make you a member... we like to have a good variety of people in the club! What we do not want is people who exhibit very anti-social behaviour (being very domineering, very agressive, or very self-centered).
To become a member you have to attend at least three consecutive General Body Meetings of the club. If you are not able to come for all the three meetings make sure that you come for one of the clubs projects. After the attendance is fulfilled you will have a Personal Interview taken by the Board of Directors of Rotract Club of Deonar.
The interview would indicate your willingness to become a member; the club Board then determines if they think you will fit in with the rest of the club. This is not so we can be elitist or snobby - we just want to minimise conflicts. This doesn't mean that if you are very shy or very outgoing compared to the rest of the club that we won't make you a member... we like to have a good variety of people in the club! What we do not want is people who exhibit very anti-social behaviour (being very domineering, very agressive, or very self-centered).
Do you need to attend every meeting and project ?
No, you do not.
You need to maintain 60% attendance of meetings in order to remain a member of Rotaract Club of Deonar, that is, you do need to attend at least one Rotaract activity each month. If you can't make it to something, we ask that you please let us know so that we don't hold up the start of the meeting waiting for your arrival.
Your attendance figure can be boosted by "performing a make up". That is, if you can't attend a club meeting, you can "make it up" by attending one of the following activities in the 2 weeks either side of the meeting you miss:
None of the projects or events are compulsory, so you don't have to participate if you don't want to or are busy... but they are the core of what Rotaract is about, not the meetings! You will not make the most of your time in Rotaract if you only attend the club meetings.
You need to maintain 60% attendance of meetings in order to remain a member of Rotaract Club of Deonar, that is, you do need to attend at least one Rotaract activity each month. If you can't make it to something, we ask that you please let us know so that we don't hold up the start of the meeting waiting for your arrival.
Your attendance figure can be boosted by "performing a make up". That is, if you can't attend a club meeting, you can "make it up" by attending one of the following activities in the 2 weeks either side of the meeting you miss:
- a project of our club
- a social event of our club
- a committee meeting of one of our projects
- a club meeting of another Rotaract club, anywhere in the world
- a club meeting of a Rotary club, anywhere in the world
None of the projects or events are compulsory, so you don't have to participate if you don't want to or are busy... but they are the core of what Rotaract is about, not the meetings! You will not make the most of your time in Rotaract if you only attend the club meetings.
What happens after you are inducted as a member ?
That's when all the fun begins! Attend the meetings, meet new friends, help out with the projects, go to the social events, develop your leadership skills... what you get out of Rotaract is only limited by what you put into it. If there is something in particular that you would like to achieve during your time in Rotaract, let us know! The activities we do depend on what our members' interests are, and that includes you!
You do need to be aware though that in order to remain a member of your chosen club, you need to maintain at least 60% attendance as described above.
If you decide that you no longer wish to be a member of the club, please let us know - don't just stop turning up. You should formally resign in writing.
So waht are you waiting for fill up our Membership Form and be a part of Rotract Club of Deonar and be the part of a global movement with motto of ‘Self Development through Service and Fellowship'.
You do need to be aware though that in order to remain a member of your chosen club, you need to maintain at least 60% attendance as described above.
If you decide that you no longer wish to be a member of the club, please let us know - don't just stop turning up. You should formally resign in writing.
So waht are you waiting for fill up our Membership Form and be a part of Rotract Club of Deonar and be the part of a global movement with motto of ‘Self Development through Service and Fellowship'.
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