What is Rotaract?
A Rotaract club is a Rotary sponsored club for 18-30 year-olds that fosters leadership and responsible citizenship, encourages high ethical standards in business, and promotes international peace and understanding.
How did Rotaract start?
- The first Rotaract club, the Rotaract club of the University of North Carolina , was founded on 13 March 1968.
- The club was sponsored by the Rotary club of North Charlotte, North Carolina.
- ;Today, there are more than 8,000 clubs in over 155 countries worldwide.
- Community Service Projects Rotaract clubs participate in community service projects in an effort to improve the lives of the people around them. Often Rotaractors partner with other Rotaract clubs to participate in international service projects.
- Professional Development Activities Rotaract clubs’ professional development activities expand the members’ understanding of the work environment and business opportunities within their community. Sponsoring Rotarians can enhance the activities by providing practical advice on entering the business world and overcoming business, vocational and professional challenges.
- Leadership Development Activities A club’s leadership development activities not only aim to make members more effective leaders in their personal lives, but also teach them how to develop and sustain strong clubs with relevant projects.
- Adopt the amendments and all the by-laws consistent with the Standard Rotaract Club Constitution
- Fill out the Rotaract Club Organization List complete with all signatures
- Send the paperwork with US$50 to RI World Headquarters or your local RI International office for club certification.
- Find a meeting location, set goals for the club
- Recruit new members (Encourage friends to participate, advertise on Craig’s List, etc)