Rotary Club of Kyrenia-St. Hilarion

02/08/2026

August is Rotary Membership and Club Development Month!

Each year, Rotary International officially dedicates August to the theme of membership. It is a time to honor the contributions of every Rotarian, invite new friends to our community, and strengthen clubs to serve others.

✅️ Key goals for the month:
•Recognize Rotary Club members: thank them for their service and impact in their communities.
•Grow: invite potential members to meetings, share the Rotary mission, and create innovative new clubs.
•Strengthen engagement: reconnect with program alumni and find new ways to keep volunteers engaged and motivated.

📌 Common Rotary Club Activities:
•Organize social gatherings for those who may be interested in joining.
•Hold a “thank-a-thon” - write short thank-you letters to new members, partners, and donors.
•Share stories and post “Proud Member” graphics on social media using the hashtag .

•Update club profiles on official platforms so new members can easily find meeting times and locations.
🇨🇾 Rotary is a community that grows because of each of us. August is a great opportunity to invite new friends and experience the power of unity once again.

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11/07/2026

May Monla 👏👏👏

PRESS RELEASE
1 July 2026

May Monla Chmaitilly Becomes the First Lebanese Woman to Lead Rotary District 2452
Second Woman to Head Rotary Across Nine Countries
“Leading with Impact. Serving with Passion.”

Rotary District 2452 has officially announced the commencement of May Monla Chmaitilly’s term as District Governor for the 2026–2027 Rotary year, marking a historic milestone as she becomes the first Lebanese woman—and only the second woman in the District’s history—to serve in this role.

District 2452 encompasses Rotary and Rotaract clubs across nine countries, and throughout her term Governor Chmaitilly will provide leadership to thousands of Rotarians and Rotaractors committed to advancing Rotary’s mission of service, peacebuilding, leadership development and sustainable community impact.

Her theme for the year, “Leading with Impact. Serving with Passion.”, reflects a commitment to strengthening clubs while delivering meaningful, measurable results.

“This Rotary year is not about doing more,” Governor Chmaitilly said. “It is about doing what we do better—with greater impact, stronger purpose and a clearer vision.”

“Together, we will build stronger clubs, inspire more engaged members, empower more young leaders and create positive, lasting change in the communities we serve.”

Her strategic priorities include strengthening club vitality, fostering a culture of belonging, engaging young professionals, Rotaractors and Rotary program alumni, expanding support for The Rotary Foundation and the global effort to eradicate polio, investing in youth leadership and peacebuilding, enhancing Rotary’s public image, and promoting innovation, strategic planning and responsive community service.

Governor Chmaitilly described her appointment as both a personal milestone and a reflection of Rotary’s commitment to inclusive, service-driven leadership.

“I accept this responsibility with gratitude, humility and confidence in what we can achieve together. This is a shared journey for every Rotarian and Rotaractor in our District as we lead with purpose, serve with passion and leave a legacy of lasting impact.”

About Rotary District 2452
District 2452 brings together Rotary and Rotaract clubs in Armenia, Bahrain, Cyprus, Georgia, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Sudan and the United Arab Emirates. District clubs implement humanitarian projects in health, education, peacebuilding, economic development, environmental protection and youth empowerment.

About Rotary
Rotary is a global network of more than 1.4 million members in over 45,000 clubs dedicated to promoting peace, fighting disease, supporting education, providing clean water, protecting the environment and strengthening communities worldwide.

09/07/2026

📅 Rotary Monthly Theme Calendar 2026–27
Every month, Rotary focuses on a different area of service — from Maternal & Child Health in July to Youth Service in May.

This calendar is a handy guide for Cyprus clubs planning projects and content throughout the year, all under the theme Create Lasting Impact.
Save it, share it with your club, and let's make this Rotary year count! 🤝

06/07/2026

Joint Rotary Handover Dinner Celebrates Leadership, Fellowship and New Beginnings

On Wednesday evening, 1 July 2026, the Rotary Clubs of Kyrenia Liman, Nicosia Sarayönü, Kyrenia St. Hilarion, and Kyrenia Cosmopolitan came together to celebrate their Joint Handover Dinner. The event was attended by approximately 140 Rotarians and Friends of Rotary, who gathered to celebrate the achievements of the past Rotary year and welcome the incoming leadership for 2026–2027.

The evening was honoured by the presence of Past District Governor Kevork Mahdessian and his wife, together with Deputy District Governor for Cyprus 2026–2027, Michalis Avraam and his wife. Also in attendance were several Past Deputy District Governors, Assistant Governors, Past Presidents, Rotaractors and Incoming Presidents making the occasion a wonderful celebration of Rotary leadership and fellowship.

It was more than a pleasure to welcome the President Ali Sönmez of the Rotary Club of Mersin, PP Tarik Ciğer and PP Cengiz Sönmez who travelled from Türkiye to join in this memorable occasion.

The evening commenced with the traditional toasts to the health and wellbeing of Rotary International President Yinka Babalola, Immediate Past Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo, District Governor May Monla, and Immediate Past District Governor Peter Ashdjian, together with their families.

During the evening, several Paul Harris Fellowships were presented in recognition of outstanding service. PAG Hakkı Müftüzade, PAG Derviş Baha, PP Alpay Çelebi, and Honorary Member Işın Ramadan Cemil of the Rotary Club of Kyrenia Cosmopolitan were honoured for their dedicated service to Rotary. The awards were presented by Past District Governor Kevork Mahdessian, who also had the pleasure of pinning the recipients and presenting their certificates.
The celebration also welcomed several new Rotarians, who were formally inducted into their respective clubs, marking the beginning of their Rotary journey.

The programme continued with brief presentations from each outgoing President, highlighting their clubs’ achievements and service projects during the 2025–2026 Rotary year. This was followed by the symbolic handover of the Chains of Office and inspiring addresses from the incoming Presidents, who shared their vision and aspirations for the year ahead. President of RC Liman Hülya Gökoğlu will be continuing as President for a second term. President of RC Sarayönü Hakkı Müftüzade handed over to new term President Aslı Şadi.
President of RC Kyrenia St. Hilarion Dicle Tekiner handed over the presidency to Sertaç Gümüş and President of RC Kyrenia Cosmopolitan Alpay Çelebi handed over to Ayten Benoit.

Above all, the evening was a celebration of Rotary fellowship. It was particularly heartening to see many Greek Cypriot Rotarians in attendance, reflecting the friendships and unity that Rotary continues to foster across communities. With excellent food, warm companionship and a spirit of optimism for the future, the event was widely regarded as a resounding success.
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01/06/2026

On the Rotary International calendar, June is Rotary Fellowships Month. This month highlights and celebrates the international networks of Rotarians who share common hobbies, vocations, or recreational interests. Additionally, it marks the final month of the Rotary fiscal year, which runs from July 1 to June 30.
Rotary Fellowships are independent, international groups that share a common passion—ranging from sports and recreation to specific professions. The celebration encourages members to:
-Connect: Build lasting friendships beyond their local clubs and districts.
-Participate: Join or form groups that require members from at least five different countries.

01/06/2026

International Children’s Day is celebrated annually on June 1st to honor children and advocate for their rights, safety, and well-being. Rotary International is heavily involved in this cause, operating localised programs that provide children with fun days out.
Rotary’s efforts include:

-Rotary Children’s Fun Day: A major ongoing initiative where Rotary clubs across Great Britain, Ireland, and other regions partner with local charities and schools to organize trips to theme parks, zoos, theatres, and farms.

-Youth Empowerment & Peacebuilding: Rotary clubs regularly host youth summits, art competitions, and educational seminars to raise awareness about child protection, children’s legal rights, and mental health.

-Local Community Events: Many local clubs step in to host picnics, supply drives, and community fun days for vulnerable youth and young carers groups.

“Children are the future of our world. Happy International Children’s Day to all the kids!”

”Every child deserves a happy, healthy, and safe childhood. Happy Children’s Day!”

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