ROTARY INTERNATIONAL is a Global Network of more 33,000 Rotary Clubs in 171 countries with more than 1.3 million members worldwide. Rotarians are are business and professional persons who subscribe to the motto “Service Above Self”, volunteer in their communities and promote world understanding and peace. Rotarians encourage high ethical standards and carry out humanitarian projects to address such issues as poverty, health, hunger, education and the environment. Rotary was founded in Chicago, Illinois, USA 1905 as the world’s first volunteer service organization. Rotary District 6080 is located in southwest and central Missouri, USA, and includes 50 Rotary Clubs with more than 3,000 members.
The eradication of polio is a special priority for Rotary International, which made a commitment to immunize the world’s children against polio in 1985 and became a spearheading partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative three years later. The other partners are the World Health Organization, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and UNICEF.
As members of Rotary, we share a vision of a better future. To make this vision a reality, we must acknowledge and unleash the change within ourselves.
The Four-Way Test
Of the things we think, say or do
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Is it the TRUTH?
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Is it FAIR to all concerned?
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Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
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Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
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Since July 1, District 6080 has welcomed more than 75 new Rotarians. District Governor Brad Martens encourages us to keep that momentum going by sharing our Rotary stories, inviting others to experience Rotary, and making sure every new member feels welcomed, engaged, and valued.
October also brings an important focus on Rotary's worldwide effort to eradicate polio, with World Polio Day on October 24. This issue shares ways clubs can support PolioPlus and help raise awareness as Rotary and its partners continue working toward a polio free world.
Inside, you will also find details about the November 6 District 6080 Conference in Columbia, Rotary Youth Exchange opportunities, the Rotary Club of Columbia's Heroes to Hives project supporting Missouri veterans, expanding Interact and Rotaract programs, and service projects, fundraisers, fellowship, and community partnerships happening throughout the district.
Together, these stories demonstrate what happens when Rotarians continue to show up, invite others to join them, and put Service Above Self into action.
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