Rotaract clubs are part of a global effort to bring peace and international understanding to the world. This effort starts at the community level but knows no limits in its outreach. Rotaractors have access to the many resources of Rotary International (RI) and The Rotary Foundation. Rotary International provides the administrative
support that helps Rotaract clubs thrive Rotaract is an internatio
nal program for young men and women ages 18 to 30 who believe they can make a difference. Rotaract clubs provide an opportunity for young adults to enhance the knowledge and skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the physical and social needs of their communities and to promote better relations between all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service. Rotaract was founded in 1968 by Rotary International, a worldwide association of service-minded business and professional leaders. Today there are over 6,000 Rotary-supported Rotaract clubs with more than 130,000 members in some 120 countries around the world. Clubs are either community-based or university-based. Most ROTARACT activities take place at the club level. ROTARACT clubs hold formal meetings, usually every two weeks, which feature speakers, special outings, social activities, discussions or visits to other clubs. Club members also get together for service projects, social events or professional/leadership development workshops. Rotaract clubs associate at the ROTARY district level where they are represented by an elected Rotaractor, the District Rotaract Representative, and his or her committee. This association of clubs at the district level provides the opportunity for joint Rotaract club conferences, project, training and leadership seminars and other cooperative activities. It also strengthens and promotes long-lasting friendships between club members.
