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New Generations in Rotary

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New Generations in Rotary

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  1. New Generations in Rotary

  2. New Generations ProgramsTRFProgramsRI ProgramsAmbassadorial Scholarships Interact World Peace Scholarships Rotaract Group Study Exchange RYLA Youth ExchangeEarlyAct (In addition: countless Service Projects for Young People)

  3. Why do we have New Generations Programs?

  4. We have Programs for New Generations for the following basic reasons:- Provide an essential service to our community- Younger Generations are the future of our society - Humanitarian obligation to help young people - New Generations are essential for The Future of Rotary

  5. Strength in NumbersAnnualProgramAgesStrength Clubs Inflow OutflowEarlyAct 5 to 13 CoL–advised <100Interact 12 to 18 290,000 curr.* 12,500 55,000e* 50,000eRotaract 18 to 30 190,000 curr. 11,000 40,000e 35,000eRYLA 14 to 30 400,000? l.o.p.* 20,000 20,000Youth Exchange 15 to 19 200,000? l.o.p. 9,000 9,000 GSE members 25 to 40 67,000 l.o.p. 3,000 3,000Ambassadorial young adult 40,000 l.o.p. 700 700 World Peace ~25 to 50 <500 l.o.p. 150 150Rotary Clubs no min/max 1,200,000 33,000 110,000 110,000Interact, Rotaract, RYLA, Youth Exchange are Rotary’s fastest-growing Service Programs*curr. = current number of members or participants; l.o.p. = life-of-program total; e = estimate

  6. Strength in Numbers?Organization For Strength Clubs & Countries Rotary Clubs Comm Ldrs 1,200,000 33,000 Clubs in 200 countriesRotary-inspiredInt’l Inner Wheel Ladies-only 100,000 100 countries 2010 CoL advised Probus Int’l Retirees 300,000 23 countries 2010 CoL rejectedElderact Retirees <100 2 Clubs 2010 CoL rejectedInt’l YWCA Relig, L-only 2,600,000? 120 countriesKnights of Columbus Religious 1,700,000 13,000 Councils, US onlyLions Clubs Int’l*/** Comm Ldrs 1,350,000 45,000 Clubs in 202 countriesOrder of Elks 1,000,000 2,000 lodges in US, 1 in ManillaKiwanis Int’l* Comm Ldrs 600,000 8,400 Clubs in 80 countriesOptimist Int’l** Comm Ldrs 100,000 3,200 Clubs in 35 countriesSoroptimist Int’l Ladies-only 95,000 3,000 Clubs in 125 countriesRound Table Int’l Young prof’s 35,000 65 countries *Also has a Foundation **Also has Youth ClubsMost organizations have difficulty to maintain membership and attract ‘younger’ membersNotable exceptions: youth clubs (social & environmental), retiree clubs, networking clubs

  7. New Generations Programs Alumni (approximate numbers)Interact 50,000 per year Rotaract 35,000 per year RYLA 20,000 per year Youth Exchange 9,000 per yearAnnual total around 110,000 Life-of-Program totalmillions Past 10 years 1,000,000 Group Study Exchange 3,000 per year Ambassadorial Scholarships 700 per year World Peace Scholarships 150 per year Annual total around 4,000 Life-of-Program total 110,000 Past 10 years 40,000

  8. Alumni* are a Precious ResourceRotary Foundation Programs: 110,000 Alumni in total**RI Programs: 110,000 Alumni are added each year Total of RI Programs Alumni: millions2006 Study by the RI Membership Development Division- Significant amounts of time & money are invested in youth programs- Program recipients are familiar with & practice Rotary’s ideal of service- They are ideal candidates to join Rotary- Only 3% of our 1.2 million Rotarians are Alumni of RI/TRF Programs - Around 70% is interested to join, but is never asked- Many Clubs do not develop/keep a good relation with program participants- Rotarians do not think of them in terms of Future Leaders of the Community & Rotary- Potential for around 50,000 (additional) new members per yearRecommendations-Build strong relations with current program participants- Get system in place to maintain contact- Involve alumni in Club & District events- Ask them to join Rotary (e.g. via E-Clubs) or help them start new Clubs*Former Rotarians with interest to rejoin Rotary are not included in the 2006 study**TRF urges all Districts to set up a Foundation Alumni Association, they exist in many Districts

  9. Self-Sustaining Spiral of Rotary Life - Rotary Clubs sponsor & guide youth program participants who become alumni - With proper care (= hard work),program alumni become Rotarians - Young Rotarians increase the membership of the Club & bring vitality, new ideas - Younger & bigger Clubs = bolder and stronger, have better PR opportunities - Younger & bigger Clubs = more participants for New Generations Programs - Younger & bigger Clubs = more funds for Service Projects, TRF - Younger & bigger Clubs = more Alumni = more Rotarians = more … (and so on)Source: 2006 Study, RI Membership Development Division

  10. New Generations Programs Selected Details

  11. EarlyAct™ The 2010 Council on Legislation requested the RI Board to consider recognizing EarlyAct clubs. This could lead to making EarlyAct a structured program of RI. Service club (since 2005) for pupils ages 5 to 13Sponsored by local Rotary club, mission and workings closely linked to RotaryClub officers from the two senior classes of the school Club meets twice a month for approx 30 minutes, guidance by attending advisors Projects are chosen & managed by pupils, and facilitated by educators & Rotarians EarlyAct™ teaches:Caring ToleranceRespect CitizenshipEmpathy CompassionResponsibility FriendshipLeadershipEarlyAct clubs are currently functioning in the US, South Africa and Australia.

  12. InteractService club for young people ages 12 to 18, one of the fastest-growing programs of Rotary service. 290,000 Interacters are organized in12,500 clubs in 133 countries. Membership can be single gender or mixed, large or small, from 1 or more schools. Sponsored by Rotary club(s) that provide support and guidance. The clubs are self-governing & self-supporting.

  13. RotaractRotaract is a service club for young men and women ages 18 to 30, another fast-growing Rotary Service Program. 190,000 Rotaracters are organized in 8,100 clubs in 167 countries. Clubs are community or university based, and sponsored by 1 or more local Rotary clubs. This makes them "partners in service" and key members of the Family of Rotary.

  14. Youth ExchangeFor over 75 years, students of ages 15-25 and Rotary host families have broadened their horizons through Rotary Youth Exchange. Some 80 countries and 9,000 students currently participate in the program each year. The program is administered & managed by Rotary districts and clubs.There are three types of exchanges: Short-term Exchange, ages 15-19 Several days to several weeks, can include homestay, tours, youth camp New Generations Exchange, ages 18-25 Three to six weeks, can include homestay, tours, youth camp, specialized internship Long-term Exchange, ages 15-19 Around one year, involves living with a few host families and attending a local school Statement of Conduct for working with youth for Rotary Youth Exchange* “Rotary International strives to create and maintain a safe environment for all youth who participate in Rotary activities.  To the best of their ability, Rotarians, Rotarians’ spouse, and partners, and other volunteers must safeguard the children and young people they come into contact with and protect them from physical, sexual, and emotional abuse.” *Adopted by the RI Board of Directors, November 2002

  15. Rotary Youth Leadership AwardRYLA is Rotary's leadership training program for young people. Participants can be ages 14-30, but most clubs and districts focus on ages 14-18 or 19-30. Each year, many thousands* of young people take part in the program worldwide. Participants, who are chosen for their potential as leaders, attend an all-expenses-paid seminar, camp, or workshop to discuss leadership skills and learn them through practice. Rotary clubs and districts select attendees and facilitate the events. RYLA emphasizes leadership, citizenship, and personal growth, and aims to: - Demonstrate Rotary's respect and concern for youth - Provide an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders - Encourage leadership of youth by youth - Recognize publicly young people who are rendering service to their communitiesInternational RYLA This is an annual meeting immediately prior to the RI Convention, in the same location as the convention. International RYLA brings together up to 150 delegates of ages 18-30 with extensive experience with Rotary or Rotary Foundation programs. They learn advanced leadership techniques through intensive training sessions, group discussions and speakers, as well as collaborate and network with exceptional young adults from around the world. *No data available at RI, but a 2006 RI report mentions ‘over 20,000 RYLA students’ in 2004-05

  16. Educational Programs of The Rotary Foundation Scholarships & Group Study ExchangeHow The Rotary Foundation funds Educational Programs*TypeGrant For (the $-amount reflects the total or average cost)DDF $24,000 Academic-Year Ambassadorial ScholarshipDDF $ 6,000 Applied field experience/internship with the UN, World Bank or other NGO DAF $65,000 Two-year master’s degree peace and conflict resolution study @ 6 universities**DAF $10,000 Three-month certificate program @ Chulalongkorn Univ, Bangkok, Thailand**WF $11,000 GSE team of 4-6 non-Rtns and 1 Rtn, 4-6 week study tour in a partner countryWF $ 6,000 GSE team visiting a neighboring-country for a 4-6 week study tour DDF = District Designated Fund DAF = Donor-Advised Fund WF = World Fund In Future Vision, Global Grants (~MGs) include Ambassadorial Scholarships (1-4 yrs) and Vocational Training (former GSE) for 1 or more teams. Minimum grant is $15,000. *In April 2009, the Board of Trustees discontinued Cultural and Multi-Year Ambassadorial Scholarships as well as 2 Programs for University Teachers **TRF funds the Rotary Centers for International Studies in Peace and Conflict Resolution at these universities. A Major Gift Initiative is underway to raise $95 million by 2015. On 30 June 2009, almost $42 million had been raised in outright gifts, pledges and commitments.

  17. Ambassadorial Scholarships ProgramSince 1947, more than 40,000 men and women from about 100 nations have studied abroad with Ambassadorial Scholarships. This makes it one of the world's largest privately-funded international scholarships programs. Nearly 700 scholarships were awarded for 2009-10 study. Grants (DDF) of $16.2 million allowed the 700 recipients to study in more than 80 nations. The purpose of the Ambassadorial Scholarships program is to further international understanding and friendly relations among people of different countries. The program* sponsors academic year scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students as well as for qualified professionals pursuing vocational studies. Study must be undertaken in another country where there are Rotary Clubs. It cannot take place in the country of the sponsor Rotary District. Scholarships Fund Pool for Low-Income CountriesThis Pool provides study abroad opportunities for scholars from low-income countries. Scholars are selected on a world-competitive basis and can apply for an Academic-Year Ambassadorial Scholarship. All Districts in low-income countries, as well as each low-income country within a District, are encouraged to submit an application to TRF for consideration annually.In 2007-08, 12 such scholarships were donated by other Districts. *Cultural and Multi-Year Ambassadorial Scholarships were discontinued per 1 July 2009 In Future Vision, Ambassadorial Scholarships (1-4 yrs) are part of Global Grants (~MGs). Minimum grant is $15,000 = minimum Global Grants Project is $30,000.

  18. World Peace Fellowships ProgramRotary World Peace Fellowships fund either a master’s degree study (2-year program) or a professional development certificate study (3-month program) at one of the six universities worldwide with a Rotary Center for International Studies in Peace and Conflict Resolution:- Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand (3-month program) - Duke University and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA - International Christian University, Tokyo, Japan - Universidad del Salvador, Buenos Aires, Argentina - University of Bradford, West Yorkshire, England - University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia Peace Fellows are leaders in the promotion of national and international cooperation, peace, and the successful resolution of conflict throughout their careers, and through service activities. Applications must be submitted by 1 Julyfor studies starting in the next calendar year: the January-April or July-September 3-month program and September for the 2-year program.Note: A Major Gift Initiative for Peace Studies aims to raise $95 million by 2015. On 30 June 2009, almost $42 million had been raised in outright gifts, pledges and commitments.

  19. Group Study Exchange ProgramThis program is a unique educational experience for young business and professional persons between the ages of 25 and 40. Since 1965, 65,000 people have participated in GSE, making it TRF’s widest-reaching program. GSE teams have 4-6 non-Rotarian team members of various business and professional backgrounds, and a Rotarian team leader. The 4-6 weeks exchange program aims to enhance international understanding and goodwill. Some 3,000 non-Rotarian team members participated in 2008-09. GSE is a District-to-District activity. A District GSE team visits a District in another country where they participate in vocational activities, cultural exchanges and fellowship.The program offers Rotarians meaningful opportunities for international service. The team will visit local Rotary Clubs, businesses, government offices and community organizations, tour cultural sites, stay with Rotarian host families, and make presentations on their home country and professions. TRF provides a GSE award (World Fund) for economy round-trip air tickets. Rotarians in the Host District provide meals, lodging and group travel. As of 2010-11, Districts participating in the GSE program will be awarded one GSE award from the World Fund for every 2 consecutive years. DDF can be used for additional funding. Future VisionreplacesGSE with Vocational Training Global Grants for one or more teams. Minimum grant is $15,000 = minimum total project size is $30,000.

  20. New Generations are essential for The Future & Survival of Rotary Invest in the Future:-Establish Interact & Rotaract Clubs (&activelyparticipate)- Define & carry out Service Projects with them (many options)- Participate in YE, RYLA, GSE, Scholarship Programs- Maintain solid contacts with program participants- Set up Program Participants & Alumni Relations System- Invite Program Participants & Alumni to Club & District events- Invite Alumni to become Rotarians

  21. Young(er) People Have Different Priorities They set their own priorities They do not like bureaucracy, bureaucratic rules They are not against formalities, and in favor of accountability They don’t want to be told, they want consultation & co-determination They cannot afford rigid schemes like ‘weekly meetings’ They are much more involved with & tied to their job than older generations They have little ‘spare time’ and use it for family, fun, friendships … and service They do not like the average Rotary Club: too much time, too rigid, too old They are keen users of modern communication tools, good ‘networkers’ They have little money, but the right Spirit to ServeAround 50% of them are female (15% of current Rotarians are female) Let them think with you, and listen to what they say Never underestimate them, they are often very intelligent & talented Work closely with them and you will learn If you do this properly, you will have friends for lifeHelp them to help, this will help us all But .. conventional solutions/approaches (e.g. present RCs) will not really work

  22. Service Above Self MACB 2010-07-17

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