This document outlines the agenda and objectives of a District Rotaract Representative training breakout session at the 2014 Rotary International Convention. The training aims to help DRRs understand their role in supporting Rotaract clubs, recruiting members, planning projects and events, and managing their District Rotaract Committee. Key topics covered include the responsibilities of a DRR, ways to support clubs, effective planning, delegation, cooperation, and succession planning. Interactive exercises are included to reinforce the material.
Beyond Fellowship and Charities… Making the District Rotaract Committee Responsive in serving Rotaractors and the Youth.
A Breakout session module for District Officers of Rotaract District 3790 during the District Leadership Training (July 30,2016) at Newtown Plaza Hotel, Baguio City.
The slideshow used to assist in the preparation of Rotary District 6990 incoming club presidents to attend the statewide Florida Rotary Presidents Elect Training Seminar.
Beyond Fellowship and Charities… Making the District Rotaract Committee Responsive in serving Rotaractors and the Youth.
A Breakout session module for District Officers of Rotaract District 3790 during the District Leadership Training (July 30,2016) at Newtown Plaza Hotel, Baguio City.
The slideshow used to assist in the preparation of Rotary District 6990 incoming club presidents to attend the statewide Florida Rotary Presidents Elect Training Seminar.
Simplifying Club Administration: How to Integrate your Club Database with RI'sRotary International
Over 10,000 clubs are integrated directly with Rotary International’s database through a dozen vendors. Is yours? Integration lowers administrative work for clubs while providing better data to RI. We’ll discuss how inte-gration works, how Rotary maintains your privacy, and what improvements are planned for the future, and answer questions you have about making this transition.
Rotarians are leaders. Yes.
However what are the specific roles of leaders of Rotary Clubs?
This is a presentation I gave to my club, Sunyani-Central on the subject.
The 2019 Council on Legislation is almost here. Join this session to discuss legislation that will be considered at the Council, plus get an update on the annual Council on Resolutions. This is a great time to hear opinions from outside your region and increase your understanding of the global perspective on legislation.
Does your club have difficulty keeping your newest members? Do you take the time to orient new members into the culture of your club and Rotary? Learn about when new members are most vulnerable to lose interest, and exchange ideas for communicating, engaging and supporting them.
A strong investment in Rotaract will benefit your club.
Starting or sustaining university- and community-based
clubs, mentoring Rotaract leaders, and partnering for
projects all allow more students and young professionals
to discover Rotary. Learn how to make Rotaract a
vibrant part of the “Rotary ecology” in your community
and build an “on-ramp” to Rotary clubs by developing
responsibility, a commitment to service, and leadership
qualities in Rotaractors.
Co-Facilitators: David M. Postic, Rotaract
Representative, Rotaract/Interact Committee, Rotaract
Club of Norman Oklahoma, USA
Florian Wackermann, Rotaract Representative,
Rotaract/Interact Committee, Rotaract Club of
Germering, Germany
During this 60-minute webinar hosted by your Regional Membership Officers, we’ll show a live demo on how to manage and admit membership leads, share best practices in communicating with prospective members through the Manage Membership Leads page on My Rotary, and answer your questions.
Get inspired to lead your club to greatness in 2016-17.
Network with your class of incoming presidents, learn
from leaders who have been in your shoes, and hear about
initiatives to boost membership. Get inspiration from past
and current leaders and get motivated for the year ahead.
How can district leaders, many of whom serve in their roles for only one year, create and implement a plan for the future that benefits clubs over multiple yeas? This session will present best practices in multiyear planning, based on the experiences of district leaders in Zones 30 and 31, which cover parts of the U.S. South and Midwest.
Do you wish your members were more active and engaged
in your Rotary club? Have your meetings become stale and
routine? Get some tips for making your meetings feel fun and
refreshed. Come with an open mind and leave with a new bag
of tricks to better engage your club’s members.
Rotaract convegno 20 novembre finale 10tibicon sas
Presentazione tenuta da Arduino Mancini il 20 novembre 2010 a Modena al convegno Rotaract "Le frontiere dell'informazione". Puoi vedere anche il video nella playlist di youtube: http://bit.ly/M355S8
Simplifying Club Administration: How to Integrate your Club Database with RI'sRotary International
Over 10,000 clubs are integrated directly with Rotary International’s database through a dozen vendors. Is yours? Integration lowers administrative work for clubs while providing better data to RI. We’ll discuss how inte-gration works, how Rotary maintains your privacy, and what improvements are planned for the future, and answer questions you have about making this transition.
Rotarians are leaders. Yes.
However what are the specific roles of leaders of Rotary Clubs?
This is a presentation I gave to my club, Sunyani-Central on the subject.
The 2019 Council on Legislation is almost here. Join this session to discuss legislation that will be considered at the Council, plus get an update on the annual Council on Resolutions. This is a great time to hear opinions from outside your region and increase your understanding of the global perspective on legislation.
Does your club have difficulty keeping your newest members? Do you take the time to orient new members into the culture of your club and Rotary? Learn about when new members are most vulnerable to lose interest, and exchange ideas for communicating, engaging and supporting them.
A strong investment in Rotaract will benefit your club.
Starting or sustaining university- and community-based
clubs, mentoring Rotaract leaders, and partnering for
projects all allow more students and young professionals
to discover Rotary. Learn how to make Rotaract a
vibrant part of the “Rotary ecology” in your community
and build an “on-ramp” to Rotary clubs by developing
responsibility, a commitment to service, and leadership
qualities in Rotaractors.
Co-Facilitators: David M. Postic, Rotaract
Representative, Rotaract/Interact Committee, Rotaract
Club of Norman Oklahoma, USA
Florian Wackermann, Rotaract Representative,
Rotaract/Interact Committee, Rotaract Club of
Germering, Germany
During this 60-minute webinar hosted by your Regional Membership Officers, we’ll show a live demo on how to manage and admit membership leads, share best practices in communicating with prospective members through the Manage Membership Leads page on My Rotary, and answer your questions.
Get inspired to lead your club to greatness in 2016-17.
Network with your class of incoming presidents, learn
from leaders who have been in your shoes, and hear about
initiatives to boost membership. Get inspiration from past
and current leaders and get motivated for the year ahead.
How can district leaders, many of whom serve in their roles for only one year, create and implement a plan for the future that benefits clubs over multiple yeas? This session will present best practices in multiyear planning, based on the experiences of district leaders in Zones 30 and 31, which cover parts of the U.S. South and Midwest.
Do you wish your members were more active and engaged
in your Rotary club? Have your meetings become stale and
routine? Get some tips for making your meetings feel fun and
refreshed. Come with an open mind and leave with a new bag
of tricks to better engage your club’s members.
Rotaract convegno 20 novembre finale 10tibicon sas
Presentazione tenuta da Arduino Mancini il 20 novembre 2010 a Modena al convegno Rotaract "Le frontiere dell'informazione". Puoi vedere anche il video nella playlist di youtube: http://bit.ly/M355S8
1) ITALIAN 2) ENGLISH
1) Azione interna del Rotary Clun Pompei sotto la presidenza Villano (2000-01). Abs. da: R. Villano “Il Rotary per l’Uomo”, patrocinio Rotary Club Pompei Oplonti Vesuvio Est (Eidos, pag. 280, Pompei, giu 2001; 2^ Ed., pp. 320, ott 2001).
2) Internal action of the Rotary Clun Pompeii under the chairmanship Villano (2000-01). Abs. by: R. Villano "Rotary for the Man", sponsored by the Rotary Club of Mount Vesuvius Pompeii Oplonti East (Eidos, p. 280, Pompeii, June 2001; 2nd Ed, p. 320, October 2001).
Youth Philanthropy: Empowering Youth to Become Contributing Members of SocietyJason Brewer
Philanthropy has become a secondary focus in today's "me driven" society. The presentation explores the importance of creating a culture of philanthropy for today's younger generation.
Standing out from other clubs, organizations, associations, and opportunities can seem
daunting. Discuss marketing strategies that promote your club and enhance Rotaract’s image to connect with volunteers, supporters, and members.
Rotaract 2012: Outstanding Project by Rotaract Club of Paraiso, Q.C.Rotary International
Presentation by the Rotaract Club of Paraiso, Q.C. (Philippines) from a workshop on Outstanding Rotaract Projects at the 2012 Rotaract Preconvention Meeting in Bangkok, Thailand.
Rotaract 2012: Making a Difference as a District Rotaract RepresentativeRotary International
Presentation by Rotaractors Andreas Rath (Austria) and Cathy Gonzales (Philippines) from a workshop at the 2012 Rotaract Preconvention Meeting in Bangkok, Thailand.
Rotaract 2012: Winning Combinations: 2012 Outstanding Rotaract ProjectsRotary International
Presentation by Rotaractors Harikrishnan Pillai (India) and Miguel Toledo (Mexico) from a workshop at the 2012 Rotaract Preconvention Meeting in Bangkok, Thailand.
Each month, join us as we highlight and discuss hot topics ranging from the future of higher education to wearable technology, best productivity hacks and secrets to hiring top talent. Upload your SlideShares, and share your expertise with the world!
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Preparing your Club for the Future: Club Assessment & Club Visioning Rotary International
The strength and stability of a club are not always easy
to measure, but understanding your club’s current
condition can be invaluable in keeping your club healthy,
viable, and relevant. Gain understanding of the value
of assessing the strengths and challenges your club is
facing, learn how to create a shared vision for the future,
and hear about the resources RI has available to help you.
Rotary Community Corps: Community Solutions for Community ChallengesRotary International
A Rotary Community Corps (RCC) is a group of non-Rotarians who share our commitment to service. RCC members plan and carry out projects in their communities and support local Rotary club projects. Nearly 8,700 RCCs in 90 countries are working to develop future leaders and conducting effective service. You will learn about the role of RCCs in community development, how to establish an RCC, and how to partner with RCCs on projects.
This was something I created sometime back when I was the Membership Development Director of the RI District 3220 and it was used as the official introductory presentation.
What's your path to success? Network with fellow presidents-elect and Rotary leaders as we exchange experiences to help accelerate your club through a successful year. Scale up to greatness as we share a common vision and strategies for innovation during your year and beyond.
Sydney Breakout Rotaract and Rotary: Shortening The Gap KouameK
Why is the graduation rate of Rotaract to Rotary so low? How can we nurture the relationships between Rotaract Clubs and Rotary Clubs to encourage more of our Rotaractors to be longstanding Rotarians?
Presented at NCVO's Trustee Conference on Monday 11 November 2014.
The presentation was by Ruth Lesirge, founding trustee of Association of Chairs and Ros Oakley, founding trustee of Association of Chairs. These slides provide an unrivalled opportunity to consider the particular contribution the chair can make to the effective working of your organisation. It will deepen your understanding of the chair's role, explore what's reasonable to expect and identify the support that chairs need.
To learn more about governance: http://www.ncvo.org.uk/practical-support/governance
To find out about NCVO's Trustee Conference: http://www.ncvo.org.uk/training-and-events/trustee-conference
A club assessment is just the first step to a healthy and
stable club. What’s next? Your club has been through a
checkup and received a diagnosis. Now you’ve got to come
up with the treatment plan. You’ll learn about the value of
a shared vision, tips for creating your club’s action plan,
and how to measure whether your plan is working.
Moderator: Joe Brownlee, Rotary International Chief
Strategy Officer, Rotary Club of Evanston, Illinois, USA
Rotary Community Corps: Community Solutions for Community Challenges Rotary International
Learn what a Rotary Community Corps (RCC) is and how to establish one in your home community. We will discuss how RCCs can be used to strengthen Rotary’s network, develop future leaders, conduct effective service projects in the areas of focus and ensure project sustainability.
Be a part of a conversation and provide your insight into
Rotary’s future — in 2020 and beyond. What’s working now,
and what can we do better in the future? In small groups
accompanied by facilitated discussion, we’ll explore recent
Board and Trustee decisions and talk about what Rotary
International can do to improve your experience in coming
years.
Similar to District Rotaract Representative Training_Rotaract Preconvention 2014 (20)
Donate to charity during this holiday seasonSERUDS INDIA
For people who have money and are philanthropic, there are infinite opportunities to gift a needy person or child a Merry Christmas. Even if you are living on a shoestring budget, you will be surprised at how much you can do.
Donate Us
https://serudsindia.org/how-to-donate-to-charity-during-this-holiday-season/
#charityforchildren, #donateforchildren, #donateclothesforchildren, #donatebooksforchildren, #donatetoysforchildren, #sponsorforchildren, #sponsorclothesforchildren, #sponsorbooksforchildren, #sponsortoysforchildren, #seruds, #kurnool
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
This session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (commonly known as the Uniform Guidance) outlined in the 2 CFR 200.
With a focus on the 2024 revisions issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), participants will gain insight into the key changes affecting federal grant recipients. The session will delve into critical regulatory updates, providing attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate and comply with the evolving landscape of federal grant management.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the rationale behind the 2024 updates to the Uniform Guidance outlined in 2 CFR 200, and their implications for federal grant recipients.
- Identify the key changes and revisions introduced by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in the 2024 edition of 2 CFR 200.
- Gain proficiency in applying the updated regulations to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and avoid potential audit findings.
- Develop strategies for effectively implementing the new guidelines within the grant management processes of their respective organizations, fostering efficiency and accountability in federal grant administration.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Russian anarchist and anti-war movement in the third year of full-scale warAntti Rautiainen
Anarchist group ANA Regensburg hosted my online-presentation on 16th of May 2024, in which I discussed tactics of anti-war activism in Russia, and reasons why the anti-war movement has not been able to make an impact to change the course of events yet. Cases of anarchists repressed for anti-war activities are presented, as well as strategies of support for political prisoners, and modest successes in supporting their struggles.
Thumbnail picture is by MediaZona, you may read their report on anti-war arson attacks in Russia here: https://en.zona.media/article/2022/10/13/burn-map
Links:
Autonomous Action
http://Avtonom.org
Anarchist Black Cross Moscow
http://Avtonom.org/abc
Solidarity Zone
https://t.me/solidarity_zone
Memorial
https://memopzk.org/, https://t.me/pzk_memorial
OVD-Info
https://en.ovdinfo.org/antiwar-ovd-info-guide
RosUznik
https://rosuznik.org/
Uznik Online
http://uznikonline.tilda.ws/
Russian Reader
https://therussianreader.com/
ABC Irkutsk
https://abc38.noblogs.org/
Send mail to prisoners from abroad:
http://Prisonmail.online
YouTube: https://youtu.be/c5nSOdU48O8
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/libertarianlifecoach/episodes/Russian-anarchist-and-anti-war-movement-in-the-third-year-of-full-scale-war-e2k8ai4
ZGB - The Role of Generative AI in Government transformation.pdfSaeed Al Dhaheri
This keynote was presented during the the 7th edition of the UAE Hackathon 2024. It highlights the role of AI and Generative AI in addressing government transformation to achieve zero government bureaucracy
Understanding the Challenges of Street ChildrenSERUDS INDIA
By raising awareness, providing support, advocating for change, and offering assistance to children in need, individuals can play a crucial role in improving the lives of street children and helping them realize their full potential
Donate Us
https://serudsindia.org/how-individuals-can-support-street-children-in-india/
#donatefororphan, #donateforhomelesschildren, #childeducation, #ngochildeducation, #donateforeducation, #donationforchildeducation, #sponsorforpoorchild, #sponsororphanage #sponsororphanchild, #donation, #education, #charity, #educationforchild, #seruds, #kurnool, #joyhome
A process server is a authorized person for delivering legal documents, such as summons, complaints, subpoenas, and other court papers, to peoples involved in legal proceedings.
Presentation by Jared Jageler, David Adler, Noelia Duchovny, and Evan Herrnstadt, analysts in CBO’s Microeconomic Studies and Health Analysis Divisions, at the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists Summer Conference.
3. • Understand the role and responsibilities as a
DRR and how it fits into the Rotary /
Rotaract / District structure
• Know some key actions that you can take to
support clubs to recruit and retain members
and plan and execute successful projects and
events
• Understand how to manage an effective
District Rotaract Committee, including
delegation and cooperation and succession
planning
OBJECTIVES
WHY do you have to do anything?
WHAT could you do to support your clubs?
HOW could you lead your team?
4. • Take a stand!
• Role and Responsibility
• Club Support
• Teamwork and Succession Planning
• Rise up and take action!
AGENDA
5. Florian Wackermann
• Chairman Rotaract Germany Committee
(RDK) – representing 15 German districts
• Past Leadership Development Trainer (RDK)
DRR Brett Sham
• DRR RID9685
• Treasurer Rotaract Australia MDIO
• Past RYLA and iRYLA Facilitator
INTRODUCTION
7. Take a stand!
• How many people of your club are
attending this workshop?
1 (you)
More than one
ICEBREAKER ACTIVITY
8. Take a stand!
• To how many Preconventions have you
been – including this one?
1 (first)
2
3
more
ICEBREAKER ACTIVITY
9. Take a stand!
• What number is your district ending with?
0 (zero)
Odd (1, 3, 5, 7, 9)
Even (2, 4, 6, 8)
Other
ICEBREAKER ACTIVITY
10. Take a stand!
• How large is your district?
1 to 5 clubs
More than 5 clubs
ICEBREAKER ACTIVITY
11. Take a stand!
• Is your district member of an MDIO?
Yes
No
ICEBREAKER ACTIVITY
12. Take a stand!
• What’s your DRR status?
I have served as DRR
I am serving this year (2013/14) as DRR
I will serve next year (2014/15) as DRR
I might serve in the future
ICEBREAKER ACTIVITY
14. “To serve as an ambassador for the
Rotaract program, a conduit of
information between fellow members
and Rotarians, and a leader and
resource for club officers in your
district”
ROLE OF THE DRR
Source: Guide for District Rotaract Representatives
15. • Represent all Rotaractors in the district
• Communicate with the Rotary district
governor and district Rotaract committee
chair
• Co-chair the district Rotaract committee
• Bring clubs together for service and
fellowship
• Promote Rotaract to Rotary clubs and to the
community
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DRR
Source: Guide for District Rotaract Representatives
You’re an AMBASSADOR
17. • District Rotaract newsletter
• Social media
• Public relations
• Community relations
DISTRICT COMMUNICATION ACTIVITIES
You’re a CONDUIT OF INFORMATION
18. • Sharing successful Rotaractor-led
fundraising and service projects
• Offering communications and social
networking support to help Rotary clubs
promote their service projects and
signature events
• Holding a workshop on club diversity,
global citizenship, or innovative service
projects
PROMOTING ROTARACT TO ROTARY CLUBS
You’re a CONDUIT OF INFORMATION
19. • Training – Rotaract district leadership
training meeting, Rotary district team
training seminar and Rotary district
assembly
• District conference – Rotary and Rotaract
• Multidistrict meetings, service projects
and MDIOs
• International events – Preconvention and
Interota
MEETINGS, TRAINING AND EVENTS
You’re a LEADER AND RESOURCE
20. • Help start new Rotaract clubs
• Grow existing club membership
• Help Rotaractors transition into Rotary
• Help clubs plan and implement service
projects
• Lead districtwide projects or events
OTHER ACTIVITIES TO SUPPORT CLUBS
You’re a LEADER AND RESOURCE
21. Supporting clubs to recruit and retain members
and plan and execute projects and events
22. Support Membership
• How could a DRR and his team
support my club getting members?
• You’re group is the district team:
Define three actions what you
would do next to support your
clubs to get members.
Support Activities
• How could a DRR and his team
support my club with our
activities?
• Your group is the district team:
Define three actions what you
would do next to support your
club with their activities
GROUP DISCUSSION
25. • I will make a district/club vision
• I will set measurable and achievable goals
• I will plan a district-wide event
• I will help improve relations between clubs within the district
• I will communicate with the DRRE
• We will hold a multi-district project or event
• I will talk to the DG and DGE about district plans and goals
• I will regularly update club activity and information
• I will create a calendar
• I will create a district newsletter
• I will create and collate event templates
• I will plan to contact Rotaractors
• I will follow Rotary themes
• I will check the clubs and meeting times
• I will coordinate with the MDIO
• I will plan a meeting / meetings with presidents
• I will include my team in my yearly plans
• I will consider available resources when setting my plan
Planning – Ideas from Workshop at Preconvention in Sydney, May 31st, 2014
26. • I will create district leadership positions – in which to delegate
• We will hold a planning session to delegate
• I will actively seek others interests and passions
• I will make a list of tasks to delegate, will follow up and check on progress
• We will identify strong points of people to help
• We will empower others to take ownership of their projects
• I will delegate to help people grow
• I will be clear what I delegate
• I will not micromanage
• I will show appreciation and recognize and celebrate achievements
• I need to understand that I can‘t do it all myself
• I will provide timelines for action points
• I will get my presidents to provide a SWOT-report every quarter
• I will help the president to prioritize their action items
Delegation - Ideas from Workshop at Preconvention in Sydney, May 31st, 2014
27. • We will facilitate RC & RAC communication
• We will facilitate communication between presidents and the MDIO
• We will facilitate cooperation in events
• We will facilitate fellowship days for Rotaractors and Rotarians
• I will regularly communicate with my District Rotaract Chair
• We will liase with other organizations
• We will create a database of contact information
• I will communicate the DRR-plan to Rotaract Clubs and district
leadership
• I will get monthly updates on RAC on status.
• Ask for help and volunteers
• Delegate roles to clubs
• Facilitate communication between DRRs
Cooperation - Ideas from Workshop at Preconvention in Sydney, May 31st, 2014
29. • Understand the role and responsibilities as a
DRR and how it fits into the Rotary /
Rotaract / District structure
• Know some key actions that you can take to
support clubs to recruit and retain members
and plan and execute successful projects and
events
• Understand how to manage an effective
District Rotaract Committee, including
delegation and accountability and succession
planning
OBJECTIVES
WHY do you have to do anything?
WHAT could you do to support your clubs?
HOW could you lead your team?
34. • Most body copy
• Will go on
• White pages
• For readability
SUBTITLE
Editor's Notes
I have used verbs for the activities in the beginning and the end to differentiate them from the content part
I used nouns for the content part describing our objectives.
Idea: Make people go into different corners of the room depending on varying criteria…makes us flexible in time and makes people comfortable with the groups
How many people of your club are attending this workshop? 1 (you) or more
To how many Precons have you been – including this one? 1 (first), 2, 3 more
What number is your district ending with? 0, even, odd, other
How large is your district? 1 to 5 RAC, more than 5 RAC
How large is your district? More than 100 Rotaractors, less than 100 Rotaractors
Is your district member of an MDIO? Yes, no
What’s your DRR status? I have served, I am serving, I will serve next year, I might serve in the future
Idea: Make people go into different corners of the room depending on varying criteria…makes us flexible in time and makes people comfortable with the groups
How many people of your club are attending this workshop? 1 (you) or more
To how many Precons have you been – including this one? 1 (first), 2, 3 more
What number is your district ending with? 0, even, odd, other
How large is your district? 1 to 5 RAC, more than 5 RAC
How large is your district? More than 100 Rotaractors, less than 100 Rotaractors
Is your district member of an MDIO? Yes, no
What’s your DRR status? I have served, I am serving, I will serve next year, I might serve in the future
Idea: Make people go into different corners of the room depending on varying criteria…makes us flexible in time and makes people comfortable with the groups
How many people of your club are attending this workshop? 1 (you) or more
To how many Precons have you been – including this one? 1 (first), 2, 3 more
What number is your district ending with? 0, even, odd, other
How large is your district? 1 to 5 RAC, more than 5 RAC
How large is your district? More than 100 Rotaractors, less than 100 Rotaractors
Is your district member of an MDIO? Yes, no
What’s your DRR status? I have served, I am serving, I will serve next year, I might serve in the future
Idea: Make people go into different corners of the room depending on varying criteria…makes us flexible in time and makes people comfortable with the groups
How many people of your club are attending this workshop? 1 (you) or more
To how many Precons have you been – including this one? 1 (first), 2, 3 more
What number is your district ending with? 0, even, odd, other
How large is your district? 1 to 5 RAC, more than 5 RAC
How large is your district? More than 100 Rotaractors, less than 100 Rotaractors
Is your district member of an MDIO? Yes, no
What’s your DRR status? I have served, I am serving, I will serve next year, I might serve in the future
Idea: Make people go into different corners of the room depending on varying criteria…makes us flexible in time and makes people comfortable with the groups
How many people of your club are attending this workshop? 1 (you) or more
To how many Precons have you been – including this one? 1 (first), 2, 3 more
What number is your district ending with? 0, even, odd, other
How large is your district? 1 to 5 RAC, more than 5 RAC
How large is your district? More than 100 Rotaractors, less than 100 Rotaractors
Is your district member of an MDIO? Yes, no
What’s your DRR status? I have served, I am serving, I will serve next year, I might serve in the future
Idea: Make people go into different corners of the room depending on varying criteria…makes us flexible in time and makes people comfortable with the groups
How many people of your club are attending this workshop? 1 (you) or more
To how many Precons have you been – including this one? 1 (first), 2, 3 more
What number is your district ending with? 0, even, odd, other
How large is your district? 1 to 5 RAC, more than 5 RAC
How large is your district? More than 100 Rotaractors, less than 100 Rotaractors
Is your district member of an MDIO? Yes, no
What’s your DRR status? I have served, I am serving, I will serve next year, I might serve in the future
Idea: Make people go into different corners of the room depending on varying criteria…makes us flexible in time and makes people comfortable with the groups
How many people of your club are attending this workshop? 1 (you) or more
To how many Precons have you been – including this one? 1 (first), 2, 3 more
What number is your district ending with? 0, even, odd, other
How large is your district? 1 to 5 RAC, more than 5 RAC
How large is your district? More than 100 Rotaractors, less than 100 Rotaractors
Is your district member of an MDIO? Yes, no
What’s your DRR status? I have served, I am serving, I will serve next year, I might serve in the future
Congratulations on becoming a district Rotaract representative. The Rotaractors in your district have selected you to represent them because you are a proven leader: You are able to plan, attain goals, build strong relationships, and inspire others. It’s your role as a representative to demonstrate these leadership qualities and use them to advance the Rotaract program in your district.
In addition to these duties, RI policy outlines these tasks for district Rotaract representatives:
1. Develop and distribute a district Rotaract newsletter
2. Plan, arrange, and hold a district Rotaract conference
3. Encourage Rotaractors to participate in the Rotary district conference
4. Conduct Rotaract promotion and extension activities
5. Provide guidance to Rotaract clubs to carry out successful projects
6. Coordinate joint Rotary-Rotaract activities in the district
7. Orchestrate public relations activities at the district level
8. Organize a training session for Rotaract club officers in the district
During your term, use the Guide for District Rotaract Representatives as a companion resource to the Rotaract Handbook, the Standard Rotary Club Constitution and Bylaws, and the Rotaract Statement of Policy. Find updated versions of these documents at www.rotary.org
Explain to the participants that as DRR, their role fits into the wider district structure and that it is the link between Rotary and Rotaract in the district, managed via the District Rotaract Committee
District governor
Each Rotary district is led by a governor, an elected Rotarian who serves as an officer of Rotary International, represents the RI Board of Directors, and is responsible for all programs in the district. The governor appoints a district Rotaract committee to provide guidance on the program.
District Rotaract representative
The district Rotaract representative is a Rotaractor elected by the Rotaract clubs in the district. To be eligible, a Rotaractor must complete one year as a Rotaract club president or member of the district Rotaract committee. If there is only one Rotaract club in the district, the representative is the most recent and available past Rotaract club president, or current president if the club is recently
organized. The representative co-chairs the district Rotaract committee and is the liaison between the Rotaract clubs and the district.
District Rotaract chair
The district Rotaract chair, a Rotarian appointed by the district governor, is your primary Rotarian counterpart in matters concerning the Rotaract program. Together, you will provide guidance and leadership to committee members and the district’s Rotaract clubs.
District Rotaract committee
This committee is composed of equal numbers of Rotarians and Rotaractors. You and the Rotarian committee chair serve as co-chairs, to ensure that the committee supports both the Rotary and Rotaract clubs of the district. The committee helps the governor publicize and administer the Rotaract program and create new clubs. It also advances effective club practices and sustainable service
projects, develops relationships between Rotaract clubs and their sponsor Rotary clubs, and plans districtwide projects, events, and training sessions for incoming Rotaract club officers and the district Rotaract representative.
Continuity of District Leadership
To maintain continuity in the district, you should work with both your predecessor and your successor to ensure that the Rotaract program achieves district goals. Begin laying the groundwork for your term as soon as you are appointed. District governors are encouraged to appoint one or more members of the district Rotaract committee to a second term to promote continuity on the committee
Let the participants know that continuity and succession planning will be explored in more detail later on during the session (during group work)
Explain to the participants that coordinating communication across the district is very important – this includes amongst Rotaractors and Rotaract clubs, with Rotarians, with other districts as well as the wider general community
Developing a District Newsletter
A district Rotaract newsletter is an effective way to communicate with club members and Rotarians. It enables you to call attention to important Rotaract projects, share updates from RI with Rotaract club leaders, and inspire Rotarians. Although you are ultimately responsible for producing the newsletter, the writing and editing can be delegated to members of the district Rotaract committee.
Content
Beyond informing readers what’s happening locally and internationally, each newsletter provides an opportunity to recognize Rotaractors’ accomplishments in service, fundraising, and promoting international understanding. Try a few of these ideas to inform, inspire, and recognize your readers:
• Provide links to local news stories that mention Rotaract activities or members.
• Share relevant news and updates from the RI website, other RI media, or club and district sources.
• Promote community and international service projects led or supported by Rotaractors.
• Ask Rotaract clubs to share their stories by sending club bulletins, forwarding emails, or sharing social networking sites.
• Recognize important club anniversaries like chartering dates. Maintain a calendar of events.
• Provide a welcome message to newly organized clubs, and encourage Rotaractors in the district to connect with new clubs.
If your district already has a Rotary newsletter, talk to your governor about adding a Rotaract or New Generations column to help the newsletter reach a wider audience.
Social Media
While a district newsletter can help you keep Rotaractors informed, social media can help you keep in touch. Using social networks can spread information to a larger audience — Rotaractors, Rotarians, local communities — quickly and easily.
With their knowledge of technology and social media, Rotaractors can:
• Use Facebook and Twitter to promote meetings and events
• Tweet local or international news stories using #Rotaract
• Add “Share” or “Like” buttons to club and district websites to help readers promote content to the public
• Post project and event photos on Flickr and other photo-sharing websites
• Blog about experiences while traveling on service trips
Public Relations
Public relations efforts help raise awareness and promote Rotaract among external audiences such as the media, community leaders, and program beneficiaries. Using local media is an important component of public relations. Your local newspapers, magazines, television programs, and other media can bring your Rotaract message directly to the public. Encourage district Rotary leaders to include information about the Rotaract program and links to sponsored Rotaract club websites on the district website.
Community relations
Building strong relationships with community leaders helps strengthen connections and highlights the activities carried out by Rotaract clubs. Your community leaders may include government officials,
employers and business professionals, teachers, and civic leaders, as well as people who benefit from Rotaract projects. Here are additional ways to reach out to your community:
• Organize special events, including fundraising dinners, to draw attention to Rotaract service projects.
• Provide Rotaract promotional postcards for display in community spaces such as libraries, hospitals, universities, yoga studios, and coffee shops.
• Create a traveling display for community events such as a health fair or a networking night for young nonprofit professionals.
• Build relationships with the marketing, communications, or public relations staff of other organizations.
• Encourage members to wear their Rotaract lapel pins.
Serving as an ambassador for Rotaract means sharing your knowledge with people who are unfamiliar with the program. Be prepared to respond to misconceptions about Rotary and Rotaract. Your ability to communicate the benefits of Rotaract to potential members is essential to the future of the program.
Explain to the participants that as DRR, they have an important role to play in promoting Rotarct to Rotarians – not only sponsoring Rotary clubs but also raising awareness amongst all Rotarians in the district
Working with Sponsor Rotary Clubs
As an ambassador for Rotaract, you create opportunities for Rotary clubs to collaborate with Rotaractors on projects, events, and fundraising initiatives. When working with sponsor clubs, highlight how the skills, energy, and talent of Rotaractors can inspire Rotarians. Some Rotarians may be unfamiliar with Rotaract. As representative, you help communicate to Rotarians the benefits of working with Rotaractors. Explain how the experiences and insights that young people gain from participating in Rotaract help prepare them to become successful Rotarians.
District Rotaract chairs and representatives can help Rotaract clubs develop strong relationships with their sponsor Rotary clubs and help them establish personal contacts with Rotary club members.
By facilitating effective communication and encouraging active engagement between Rotaract clubs and their sponsor clubs, you help your district achieve Rotary’s vision of a diverse, dynamic, and global network of service.
Explain to the participants that as DRR, they should encourage fellow Rotaractors to get involved with a range of meetings, training and events, depending on the role that they have, including district, multidistrict and international events
District Meetings
Rotaract district leadership training meeting
District governors play an important role in offering Rotaractors district training opportunities. All district governors-elect are encouraged to provide adequate training to their incoming Rotaract club presidents. Many districts include this training as part of the Rotary district assembly program. Rotaract district leadership training meetings educate and motivate incoming Rotaract club officers about their responsibilities. These meetings can be held any time after club elections, preferably before the next Rotary year begins. As district Rotaract representative, you work with the district governor, the district governorelect, and other leaders to organize and develop this training session, and to encourage Rotaractors and Rotarians to attend. Rotaract district leadership trainings can involve a number of Rotarians and Rotaractors, including:
• Incoming Rotaract club presidents, secretaries, directors, advisers, or committee chairs
• Current district governor and district governor-elect (and assistant governors, as appropriate)
• Current district Rotaract committee members
• Incoming district Rotaract committee members
• Club-level Rotaract committee members from sponsor Rotary clubs
• Rotaract club advisers
The Rotary district trainer supports the governor and governor-elect in training club and district leaders, including committee members. You may want to ask your district trainer for help as you plan the Rotaract district leadership training meeting. Occasionally, Rotary districts combine the Rotaract district leadership training meeting with the annual presidents-elect training seminar (PETS).
Expenses
Sponsoring Rotary clubs are asked to pay for district-level leadership training of incoming Rotaract club officers, directors, and committee chairs. If travel costs are an issue, the sponsoring Rotary clubs, Rotary district, and Rotaract participants may reach a mutually agreed upon financial arrangement to cover expenses.
Rotaract district conference
At the Rotaract district conference, Rotaractors from around the district meet to exchange information about local service projects, share best practices, and provide an opportunity to Rotaractors to connect socially. A conference can be held at the beginning of the Rotary year as a kickoff or at the end of the Rotary year as a celebration. As representative, you are the primary coordinator for this meeting. One Rotaract club is usually asked to host the meeting, which involves obtaining the meeting site, organizing logistics, and providing opportunities for socializing and service projects. Consider holding the event at a central location in the district that offers easy and economical access for Rotaractors. The district Rotaract committee should identify a host Rotaract club near the meeting site. Involve the entire committee in planning this training.
Program
The content of the district conference program should be based on the interests of the district’s Rotaractors. Plan a program that motivates the participants, celebrates service, and fosters professional development and friendship. Plenary sessions can feature speakers from regional government agencies, businesses, or community organizations whose insights would be inspirational for Rotaractors. Training also includes service project workshops featuring panels of specialists, professional development opportunities, and group discussions on district concerns.
Expenses
In general, all district Rotaract activities are financed by the Rotaract clubs. The costs should be minimal and within the financial means of those participating. Rotaractors usually pay a registration fee to cover meeting expenses including meals, entertainment, and accommodations.
Rotary district conference
At their annual district conference, Rotary club members attend presentations, listen to speakers, celebrate the year’s successes, and have fun. The conference aims to energize Rotarians for another year of service. District governors are encouraged to invite Rotaractors and other New Generations program participants to attend.
Rotary district team training seminar
District Rotaract representatives and other district Rotaract committee members may be invited to attend this meeting, which prepares the incoming district leadership team for their year in office.
Rotary district assembly
The district assembly prepares incoming Rotary club leaders for their year in office while providing the district governor-elect, incoming assistant governors, and district committees the opportunity to build their working relationship with clubs. All district governorselect are encouraged to provide training to their incoming Rotaract club presidents and, where appropriate, include such training as part of the program of the Rotary district assembly. The district assembly offers a good opportunity for Rotaractors to learn about Rotary, and for Rotarians to learn about Rotaract. If Rotaractors aren’t invited to participate, contact your district governor and offer to organize Rotaract volunteers for the meeting. Propose that Rotaractors work registration, contribute to a projects display, or even lead a workshop on how Rotarians can engage young people.
Multidistrict Meetings, Activities, and Organizations
You may be asked to work with other districts on meetings and activities, and to participate in multidistrict organizations.
Multidistrict meetings
These meetings are held under the guidance of the host governor and the district Rotaract committee. Rotaract clubs from two or more districts come together to discuss issues outside the district level. The host Rotaract club or Rotary district must maintain liability insurance, and evidence of such coverage must be provided to RI or the governor of any participating district upon request.
Multidistrict service projects
These service projects are sponsored by Rotaract clubs in two or more districts. They must have the approval of two-thirds of the clubs in each district, agreement from each district Rotaract representative concerned, and authorization of the RI general secretary. Participation, including financial participation, should be voluntary.
Multidistrict information organization
Multidistrict information organizations (MDIOs) share information and facilitate communication between participating districts and their clubs. In order to form an MDIO, districts must have approval of the district governors concerned and the RI Board, and must comply with RI policy. A list of MDIOs and their districts is posted at www.rotary.org/rotaract and in the Worldwide Rotaract Directory.
International Events
As a part of a global network of inspired individuals, Rotaractors have many opportunities to become involved with other parts of the world through service,correspondence, and exchange. Rotaractors can also attend international events where they can connect face-to-face with members from around the world.
Rotaract Preconvention Meeting
At the annual Rotaract Preconvention Meeting, Rotaractors from around the world meet to share ideas for service projects, discuss club best practices, listen to inspiring speakers, and reconnect with old friends while making new ones. Each year’s event also includes a separate training session that focuses on district Rotaract representatives’ roles and responsibilities. Governors are encouraged to defray all or part of the attendance costs for district Rotaract representatives-elect. RI organizes and sponsors this two-day event, and Rotaractors are invited to attend the annual RI Convention immediately following their meeting.
Interota
Interota, a worldwide Rotaract meeting held every three years, is organized and sponsored by Rotaractors. Participants share ideas, concerns, and experiences with each other, and are also treated to sightseeing and other cultural events throughout the weeklong event.
Introduce these concepts briefly and explain to participants that we will explore some of these in more details through group work during the remaining time
How to manage an effective District Rotaract committee, including delegation and making sure people are accountable and also succession planning.
Objectives
Planning
Activities
Do you want to have a district project? When, Who, Where, How long to prepare, How to fund?
Do you want to have a district event? When, Who, Where, How long to prepare, How to fund?
Succession – it’s the most important step if you want to have your efforts last
Delegation
It’s not about you!
Let others help you!
Give them the chance to surprise you!
Know your strengths! (I’ve added the file “leadership skills”. I’ve used it a lot to make us reflect on which roles we do well, and for which roles we best need others.)
Find people who go with you and take on tasks where you’re less good at!
Follow up! You’re responsible for the overall picture!
Cooperation
We’re all in there on a voluntary basis. Let’s work together!
It’s not about showing off how much each individual knows and can, it’s about what we can accomplish working together!
Method
Maybe we can have three “tables” or “workstations” where groups can work on each of the topics and then move forward.
How about that:
we’ll split them into three groups and they have 5 minutes for each buzzword. Their task is to find phrases showing what that means in practice. Best would be phrases starting with I or with We, p.ex. “I would like to promote a district social project”, “I will give my teammates the chance to surprise me” or “We’re all in there on a voluntary basis. Let’s work together!”
The groups write those phrases on posters we prepare.
In the 5 minutes left, everyone can stick a “like”-sticker to the phrase he feels most strongly about and we use those most liked phrases in the aftermath to make an overview of how we would like ourselves to behave as DRRs
Time
15 minutes group work, 5 minutes for each group to present and play back
I’d love to end with a game as well. People should make up a group of max 5 (could be the group from beforehand) and try a joint uprise. This means, they sit on the floor back to back linking their arms. Now it’s the task to jointly get up.
Once again, it’s only possible as a team and they have to work together.
It might not be great if people don’t want to sit on the floor or have other objections. If you have better ideas, I’m all in.