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.
In all professional and commercial endeavors, Rotarian's value strong ethical and moral standards. They intend this to help promote health and further peace. They additionally value professions that supply supply value to the community.
Another area in which Rotarian's are service oriented is in the establishment of better international understanding, peace and unity. This is often accomplished through networking between professionals throughout various world chapters. Every participant is ultimately united in service ideals.
Evanston, Illinois is home to the Rotary International headquarters. This group was found in 1905 and presently has numerous branches in various countries across the globe and many official languages. The club founder 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.
In all professional and commercial endeavors, Rotarian's value strong ethical and moral standards. They intend this to help promote health and further peace. They additionally value professions that supply supply value to the community.
Another area in which Rotarian's are service oriented is in the establishment of better international understanding, peace and unity. This is often accomplished through networking between professionals throughout various world chapters. Every participant is ultimately united in service ideals.
Evanston, Illinois is home to the Rotary International headquarters. This group was found in 1905 and presently has numerous branches in various countries across the globe and many official languages. The club founder was Paul P. Harris.
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Roundhay Rotary Club 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 in April or June: www.northleedscharitybeerfestival.co.uk
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