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Young Leaders in Action
June 2016 | Engaging the next generation of Rotary leaders
Rotary Convention connects leaders in Korea
Rotary Convention connects and inspires leaders in Korea

Over forty thousand Rotarians, Rotaractors, Interactors, alumni, and leaders from around the world connected in Korea. At the general sessions and workshops, on social media, and in the House of Friendship they shared ideas, learned from world class leaders, and made new friends. Check out our top six highlights from Korea and get inspired to for another amazing Rotary year:

Experience the hospitality of the American South in Atlanta and register now for the 2017 Rotary International Convention.


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Taking action

How to frame a winning photo The Rotarian Magazine’s annual photo contest winners

The Rotarian Magazine’s annual photo contest winners showcase the people, places, and projects that show Rotary in action. And digital strategist for National Geographic, Keith Jenkins, not only selected the winners from nearly 500 entries, he offered his professional expertise to budding photographers looking to capture the perfect shot. Check out all of this year’s winners and get tips to capture a winning photo for next year’s contest.

Fellowships connect and serveRotary Fellowships

June is Rotary Fellowships Month and more than 60 Rotary Fellowships offer opportunities to make friends around the world with Rotarians, family members, program participants, and alumni who share a common interest in a hobby, sport, or profession. But it’s not just about having fun, many fellowships also use their special interests to serve others, volunteering, organizing specialized service projects, and teaching new skills. Learn more about fellowships and how you can get involved.

Get caught in the act... of doing good 100 acts of good

To mark the Rotary Foundation centennial, we’re encouraging members everywhere to do 100 acts of good throughout the year. Post photos of yourself and your club on social media in the act of doing good, along with a brief description, using #100actsofgood. Check out the social wall and join the celebration!

Overheard on social media

Rotary on Facebook “Our members are using their skills and dedication to service to provide resources and support for refugees like Mallah Hamza. ‪#‎WorldRefugeeDay‬” — Rotary International on Facebook‬‬

Rotary on Twitter “Learn how The Rotary Foundation has been doing good in the world for over 100 years”— Rotary International on Twitter

Rotary on Instagram “PSY shared some #Rotary memories before bringing down the house #GangnamStyle. And that was just the beginning of the ‪#‎Rotary16 closing ceremony” — Rotary International on Instagram

Spotlight on service: France

Taking the fight to end polio to new heights Rotaract Club of Paris Haussmann

The Rotaract Club of Paris Haussmann is achieving new heights to help keep children worldwide polio-free. The Rotaractors have set to conquer the peaks to publicize the fight against polio and fundraise for Rotary’s PolioPlus program. Already conquering Mont Blanc in 2014 and Kilimanjaro in 2015, they have set their sights on completing the challenging GR20 trails of Corsica in only 10 days!

Share your service story! Post your project on Rotary Showcase and email the link to newgenerations@rotary.org


CELEBRATE THE ROTARY FOUNDATION CENTENNIAL WITH #100ACTSOFGOOD
Rotary International

To mark the Rotary Foundation centennial, we’re encouraging members everywhere to do 100 acts of good throughout the year. Let others know by posting photos of yourself on social media, along with a brief description of the act, using #100actsofgood.



POST YOUR OWN OFFER ON ROTARY GLOBAL REWARDS

Rotary and Rotaract members can now offer discounts on products and services from their own businesses through Rotary Global Rewards. You can submit an offer and make it available locally, regionally, or globally.

Upcoming events

Note: This list is informational only and does not constitute an endorsement of any event. Please contact event organizers for details.

RYLA Conference in North America (sponsored by District 7620)
Washington DC
19-24 July

Big West Rotaract Institute
Oakland, California USA
22-24 July

Global Model United Nations sponsored by the Rotaract Club of Sofia-Serdika
Sofia, Bulgaria
23-30 July

14th Asia-Pacific Regional Rotaract Conference (APRRC)
Phuket, Thailand
25-28 May 2017

Do you know of an event we should add to this list? Email us at programs@rotary.org.


Resources & reference

Interact Handbook
Rotaract Handbook
RYLA Handbook
Guide for District Rotaract Representatives
Interact and Rotaract sponsorship and co-sponsorship
Support your sponsored Interact Club
Support your sponsored Rotaract Club
How to run District Rotaract and Interact activity reports
How to update Rotaract and Interact Club information
How to update Rotaract club & member data
How to access the Worldwide Rotaract Directory

Rotary Youth Exchange e-newsletter


Young Leaders in Action is a monthly source of news, resources, and event information for young leaders in Rotaract, Interact, the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program, and New Generations Service Exchange and Rotarians who support them.

Send questions and story ideas to newgenerations@rotary.org.

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