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12 May 2017 | A roundup of Rotary news



	Rotary uses virtual reality to inspire others Rotary is working with Google’s virtual reality team to offer an experience that showcases the impact of compassion to a global audience. A three-minute virtual reality film that emphasizes the two themes of polio and peace will premiere at the Rotary Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, 13 June.

	ROTARY VOICES

	The joy of serving with Rotary Jack Bechaud, a member of the Rotary Club of Lake in the Hills, Illinois, USA, was at a low point when Rotary brought joy back into his life. Lugging 15 bags of cement in the high mountains of Cusco, Peru – his second international service project in as many months – Bechaud reflects on the impact Rotary has had on his life. Read Bechaud’s blog post Share your story
	2017 CONVENTION

	Celebrate with us in Atlanta Join the thousands of Rotarians who have already registered for the biggest event of the Rotary year, the 2017 Rotary Convention in Atlanta. You won’t want to miss the unforgettable host events, from barbecue and bluegrass to dinner at the World of Coca-Cola or the College Football Hall of Fame. Connect with old friends and make new ones. Register for the convention Learn about Host Organization Committee events

ATTEND PRESIDENTIAL PEACE CONFERENCE IN ATLANTA

Join us 9-10 June for the Presidential Peace Conference at the Georgia World Congress Center. We’ll celebrate our work on the underlying causes of conflict and our successes in making peace a priority, while also looking ahead to opportunities to continue our commitment.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ROTARY FOUNDATION CENTENNIAL

The Rotary Foundation turns 100 in 2016-17! Our Foundation stands at the forefront of humanitarian service, having supported thousands of projects to provide clean water, fight disease, promote peace, and provide basic education — as well as the historic project dedicated to eradicating polio worldwide.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Rotary Foundation in United Kingdom receives large gift

Helen Ruddock of Suffolk, England, bequeathed a generous donation of about $1.61 million to The Rotary Foundation. Having passed away in 2015 at the age of 96, and although not a Rotarian herself, Ruddock had a passion for improving the lives of others.

Read more about the donation

Resources & reference

Rotary Voices: Stories of service from around the world
Rotary Service Connections: Connect, partner and serve through Rotary
Rotary Leader: Helping club and district officers achieve success
Rotary Images: Download photos to use in your club or district publications

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