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.
Although membership is, ultimately, by invitation all interested individuals who have something worthy to contribute can apply. Rotary clubs are open to people of all cultures and ethnicities and are not affiliated with any political or religious organizations.
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.
Members value and promote high ethical standards and these are promoted in all personal and professional endeavors. This is the way in which group participants promote peace and the well-being of the community. They additionally value jobs or professionals that are useful to others.
The promotion of increased international understanding is another way in which Rotarian's remain service driven. They do this by encouraging professional throughout their world chapters to network with one another. These individuals are united by the same ideal service.
The headquarters for Rotary International are situated in Evanston, Illinois. This club was established in the year 1905 and boast branches in many nations throughout the world as well as many different official languages. The founding Rotarian was Paul P. Harris.
Although membership is, ultimately, by invitation all interested individuals who have something worthy to contribute can apply. Rotary clubs are open to people of all cultures and ethnicities and are not affiliated with any political or religious organizations.
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.
Members value and promote high ethical standards and these are promoted in all personal and professional endeavors. This is the way in which group participants promote peace and the well-being of the community. They additionally value jobs or professionals that are useful to others.
The promotion of increased international understanding is another way in which Rotarian's remain service driven. They do this by encouraging professional throughout their world chapters to network with one another. These individuals are united by the same ideal service.
The headquarters for Rotary International are situated in Evanston, Illinois. This club was established in the year 1905 and boast branches in many nations throughout the world as well as many different official languages. The founding Rotarian was Paul P. Harris.
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The Rotary Club of Roundhay meets at Sand Moor Golf Club, Alwoodley Lane, Leeds, LS17 7DJ most Mondays at 7.30pm. The Club runs The North Leeds Charity Beer Festival which takes place every year between April and June.
