Over 800 Rotarians from 10 states and five countries are coming together for the Epic Day of Service on May 17. Itâs a chance to serve, collaborate, and increase our visibility by doing what we do best: helping others.
Hear The President's Official Talk đ˝
With more than 110 clubs in CNY, the regional President will not be able to visit every club individually to deliver the traditional talk with messages from Rotary International. President Lizzy has pre-recorded this talk in a video that has been shared with all club leaders. It features information about our annual theme, The Magic of Rotary, our RI President Stephanie's priorities for the year, and a preview of what to expect in our newly expanded region. At 22 minutes long, it can be used as a program at an upcoming meeting, or members can watch on their own. It is available on YouTube to watch anytime, on any device.
In a time marked by rising division and polarization, CNY Rotary is proud to host a special event that offers a proactive, community-driven response: âPositive Peace in a Polarized Worldâ, a district-wide webinar scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 7:00 â 8:30 PM ET. All Rotary members and clubs throughout the region are warmly invited to attend this engaging, solution-oriented session.
Creating a culture of belonging within an organization like Rotary is essential for several reasons:
CNY Rotary members are already making an incredible impact through service projects but imagine the potential if we were more connected, coordinated, and inspired by one another.
Five years ago, our district's Global Grants Committee embarked on its first opioid awareness global grant and, in search of an international partner, reached out to over 100 Rotary clubs.
The Rotary International Peace Fellowship is a unique and impactful program aimed at fostering global peace. Rotaryâs unwavering commitment to peace, combined with the generosity of its members worldwide, makes the Rotary Peace Centers program both distinctive and successful. Through this initiative, individuals gain academic training, hands-on practice, and invaluable global networking opportunities, all designed to develop peace and development professionals who can become effective catalysts for peace.
As we celebrate Black History Month it seems appropriate, especially in Rotary, to talk about the often-unacknowledged black volunteers that have made significant contributions throughout history in various fields and movements.
Rotary clubs across the district are joining forces to bring life-saving heart surgeries to children in need. The initiative, known as the Gift of Life program, is a rallying cry for compassion and actionâa call that resonated with every club when they received an email at the end of December 2024.
Rotary promotes peace in the world through our areas of focus. Peace poles can be a catalyst to bring communities together for this project.
Rotary International has partnered with the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) to promote the concept of Positive Peace. This partnership, established in 2017, seeks to build resilient societies through a structured and holistic approach. We are excited to share that the CNY region has taken a significant step by establishing a dedicated Peace subcommittee. As part of this initiative, we are proud to introduce the Rotary Positive Peace Academy.
Getting more media attention can help your club grow and raise awareness. With many media outlets lacking the resources to cover as much ground as they had in the past, itâs more important than ever to take a proactive approach. Here are five easy tips to boost your clubâs visibility:
Rotary International (RI) has simplified the goal-setting process in Rotary Club Central and we need club leaders to get their goals in. We're half way through the Rotary year, but it's never too late to set your sights on growth, innovation and giving! Learn about the new, more focused-goals process and how to get your club up to speed.
The CNY Rotary Nominating Committee have completed their important duties and the Executive Committee is pleased to announce the newest member of their team, Samantha Netzband.
It's a been a minute. Did you miss me? I've been so busy with awesome Area Visits, that I didn't have much time to write. But now we have something really important that I want you to know about for your club's social media presence. Read on Rotary friends!
Get the fast facts on your new regional leader, President Lizzy, including fun photos!
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