Our District 7070 newsletter is meant to keep everyone in our Rotary family up to date on latest news from around the Rotary world, from the clubs in our District, from the various committees in District 7070 and beyond. We send it out to all active Rotarians and post it on to our District Facebook page. We ask that you share this letter and keep our entire Rotary family and friends informed. Make sure they all get a copy. The deadline for your story submissions is always 4 days prior to the end of the month. Check out our District 7070 Facebook Page, Twitter, Instagram accounts and our District 7070 website for even more of the latest news about Rotary here in southern Ontario and around the world.
Posted by Niecy Dillon Tyrovolas , District 7070 Governor , 2025-26
In her July 2025 Newsletter, District 7070 Governor Niecy Dillon Tyrovolas is honoured to serve as District Governor and recognizes Past District Governor Virginia for her leadership. She talks about our new theme "Unite or Good" and asks us to focus on key priorities that strengthen our clubs and expand our impact - Membership and Youth. And by all means . shas asks us to have FUN while we walk together as we unite for good.........
Posted by Francesco Arezzo, Rotary International President 2025-26
As this issue goes to press, President Francesco Arezzo, a member of the Rotary Club of Ragusa, Italy, had just been selected by the Board of Directors to become Rotary International’s president for 2025-26. Arezzo became President on 1 July.
The Board conducted a special session following the unexpected resignation of RI President-elect Mário César Martins de Camargo on 8 June. Guided by the RI code and policies, the Board selected the new president-elect from a pool of candidates who were considered by the Nominating Committee for President of Rotary International in August 2023
Please stay tuned to the August Newsletter form words from President Francesco
Posted by Holger Knaack, Chair of the Trustees , Rotary Foundation 2024-25
In his July 2025 Rotary Foundation Newsletter, Past Rotary International President Holger Knaack , Chair of Trustees of the Rotary Foundation Rotary Foundation Newsletter asked us to look at The Rotary Foundation with fresh eyes and "Imagine a charity governed by its own members. A global mission carried out by those very members. A foundation that reflects the shared values of its members — ensuring clean water and literacy for all, eradicating the scourge of polio, building local economies through entrepreneurship, and making the world more peaceful through conflict resolution training." he added that the The Rotary Foundation is trusted around the world because we have earned that trust. He said , "We are efficient, strategic, and guided by dedicated professional staff and passionate volunteers. Our Foundation consistently receives top marks from Charity Navigator. And the Gates Foundation matches our $50 million annual commitment to polio eradication 2-to-1, depositing $100 million into our account each year. That is trust, delivered ".........
Posted by Christine Etienne, Rotary International Director , Zones 28 & 32
To embrace current technology and to be a resource to all members of Zone’s 28/32, the current newsletter has been transitioned to an interactive blog style format that will be managed and moderated by the Zone leadership team. Look for the "In The Zone" July 2025 video from Christine Etienne, our Rotary International Director, in our July 2025 District 7070 Newsletter , and on the Rotary Zone 28 and 32 website.
As soon as Chris' "In The Zone" July 2025 video is available, it will be inserted into the District 7070 July Newsletter that appears on our Rotary District 7070 website and also on the Rotary Zone 28 and 32 website . ....... This month, Chris talks about our new Rotary year ahead with President Francesco Arezzo and our challenge to Unite For Good, and Chris talks with Connie Sparks on this month's Rotary theme Maternal and Child Health Month. Please Read more.....
Coming Soon: Your July 2025 Rotary magazine. Sometimes, we stop the presses to bring you last-minute developments. This month's delay lets us introduce 2025-26 Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo in a special handbook issue. Watch for it in your mailbox by the end of July, and catch the latest updates here: https://on.rotary.org/3I67xw4.
Francesco Arezzo, a member of the Rotary Club of Ragusa, Italy, has been selected by the Board of Directors to become Rotary International’s president for 2025-26. Arezzo will become president on 1 July.
The Board conducted a special session following the unexpected resignation of RI President-elect Mário César Martins de Camargo on 8 June. Guided by the RI code and policies, the Board selected the new president-elect from a pool of candidates who were considered by the Nominating Committee for President of Rotary International in August 2023.....
We are delighted to iwelcome Niecy Dillon-Tyrovolas, from the Rotary Club of Whitby Sunrise, as the Rotary International District 7070 District Governor for the Rotary Year 2025-26. Niecy will be a great addition to our District Governor Team joining IPDG Virginia O'Reilly,, DGE Liz Compton and DGN Tina Martin.
What Is your Rotary Club doing to focus on Maternal and Child Health in July 2025 ?Every day mothers risk their lives giving birth and millions of children die each year from treatable, preventable causes.At least 7 million children under the age of five die each year due to malnutrition, poor health care, and inadequate sanitation. To help reduce this rate, we provide immunizations and antibiotics to babies, improve access to essential medical services, and support trained health care providers for mothers and their children. Your Rotary projects ensure sustainability by empowering the local community to take ownership of health care training programs. Here is a challenge to your Rotary Club........
Posted by Shauna Moore, Chair , Rotary District 7070 D E I Committee
Members of the Rotary family (and their friends and family!) walked in a spirit of celebration and inclusion in the Pride Toronto Parade today, June 29, 2025 along with 250 entries and 20,000 participants - the largest Pride parade in the world. !
Our participation is more than just a celebration of Rotary's commitment to and action on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. It is a message of support to people around the world, including in our own organization, who cannot fully be and express who they are without fear of discrimination, violence, imprisonment, and even death.
Thank you to Shauna Moore and her Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Rotary District 7070 Committee for making this possible.
Here is a photo of the Rotary family and Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow
Healthy clubs provide the positive experience that’s essential to member satisfaction and retention. The Action Plan can help you enhance your club experience, address challenges, capitalize on opportunities, and explore new ideas. Use the Action Plan’s four priorities to develop your goals. Then, use the Strategic Planning Guide (PDF) to develop your long-term plan
District Governor Elect NIECY DILLON TYROVOLAS INVITES YOU TO 2025 DISTRICT 7070 CONFERENCE on OCTOBER 24-26, 2025.
We are thrilled to announce DGE Niecy Dillon's 2025 Conference at the beautiful Fern Resort in Orillia. Take this opportunity to book your ticket for fun and fellowship by copying this link.
Rotary and the Gates Foundation renew commitment to end polio
by Etelka Lehockzy
As thousands of Rotary members from around the globe gathered for the opening of the 2025 Rotary International Convention on 22 June, the organization and the Gates Foundation announced a renewed multimillion-dollar commitment to eradicate polio. The convention will feature speakers such as Academy Award-winner Geena Davis and Nobel laureate Tawakkol Karman. A majestic natural setting and the House of Friendship exhibition hall are other highlights of the event.........
Speakers address gender parity, children’s education, and artificial intelligence
by Etelka Lehockzy
Impact was the watchword on second full day of the Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Canada, as speakers discussed topics from raising happier children to using artificial intelligence for more effective initiatives. Academy Award-winning actor and activist Geena Davis addressed the event’s second general session about her work to increase and improve the roles for women and girls in Hollywood — and her lifelong effort to stop being “epically polite.” “I’ve spent most of my adult life advocating for women and girls to reach their full potential in various ways,” she said. “Raising girls to be polite, to please, to not use their voices, is crushing.”....
2025 Rotary International Convention also focuses on the status of polio eradication efforts
By Etelka Lehoczky
Rotary International’s newest Programs of Scale grant will foster people’s capacity to build and sustain peace in Colombia. The US$2 million grant, the fifth that Rotary has awarded, was announced at the 2025 Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Canada. The Pathways to Peace and Prosperity in Colombia program involves Rotary partnering with the United Nations World Food Program on initiatives that enhance people’s ability to resolve conflicts peacefully and equip local leaders with tools for economic self-reliance........
Final day of 2025 Rotary International Convention highlighted current and future Rotary leaders
By Etelka Lehockzy
The 2025 Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Canada, concluded in a spirit of fellowship and rejuvenation. Addressing the event’s closing general session, Rotary International President Stephanie A. Urchick urged members to recognize the power of their relationships.
“Rotary’s most powerful asset has always been you, our members. But we are only as strong as the people who stand beside us,” she said. “We talk a lot about goals and strategy. But without friendship, without encouragement, none of it takes hold. Rotary works because we belong here. … This is our community, and it matters.” ......
It is always with great sadness when we loose members of our District 7070 Rotary family. Everyone in District 7070 wants to expresses their deepest sympathies to our extended Rotary family. Please send your notices to Newsletter Editor Dave Andrews at dave.f.andrews99@gmail.com .....
Posted by Bob Wallace, Past District Governor, Past Rotary Zone Coordinator, and Current Chair of District 7070 Rotary Foundation Committee
In his July 2025 letter to Rotarians, Past District Governor Bob Wallace, Chair of the District 7070 Rotary Foundation Committee, encourages every Rotarian to set and meet their club and personal goals and make a conscious effort to make a donation to The Rotary Foundation, whatever you can afford, to the Annual Programs Fund, the PolioPlus Fund, the Disaster Response Fund, and to the Endowment Fund. Are you a member of the Paul Harris Society OR the PolioPlus Society? Be sure to attend the November 2025 Rotary Foundation Grant Qualification Seminar. Please Read more.........
In her inaugural address at the June, at the District Governor Changeover, our 2026 -26 District Governor Niecy Dillon-Tyrovolas challenged all of us to help Bob Wallace and Jim Louttit, who announced a new Rotary District 7070 Goal for The Rotary Foundation called "The Magic of Millions". She has asked us to try and achieve the goal to raise $1 million by the end of the year. Please appoint an ambassador for your club to help you promote the Magic of Millions . Throughout the year, please encourage your members to donate to : the Annual Programs Fund, the Polio Fund, The Disaster Response Fund and to the Endowment Fund. At the Rotary Foundation Grants Seminar in Oshawa in November , you will find out even more how you can help us reach that Magic of Millions.
More than 100 years ago, Rotary members made a promise to generations still to come – they established The Rotary Foundation to secure a better future.
Now, you can shape the next century of service.
When every member of a club donates at least US$1,000 to The Rotary Foundation’s Endowment – whether by giving now or making a future bequest – the club can achieve Rotary’s Promise Club status. This meaningful designation celebrates the club’s enduring commitment to service.
The application process for the next Programs of Scale grant has started. If your club or district is involved in an evidence-based program that is ready to scale over three to five years, consider applying for the US$2 million award. Qualified districts, Rotary clubs, and Rotaract clubs are eligible. The first step is to submit a concept note by 1 August 2025.
The Programs of Scale materials have been updated for the 2026 competition. They include details about the selection process and an explanation of the requirement that applicants collect cash contributions of at least US$500,000 from external partners. Learn more about the Programs of Scale application process and past recipients and finalists.
It’s not too early for clubs and districts to start working on their concept notes for the 2026 Programs of Scale grant competition, which begins in February 2025. This Rotary Foundation program awards grants of US$2 million and distributes them over three to five years to a successful program that is ready to expand. To learn more about the competition, visit the Programs of Scale Application Process page, and download the Programs of Scale Handbook and the template for a concept note. ........
Posted by Past District Governor Bob Wallace, Chair , District Rotary Foundation Committee
Dear fellow Rotarians in District 7070,
Rotarians in District 7070 have been committed to The Annual Programs Fund of the Rotary Foundation. You should be proud of the difference that Rotary have made in the lives of millions of people throughout the world by the project funded by The Rotary Foundation.
I want to thank you for your past efforts and ask that you recommit to helping us raise funds for The Annual Programs Fund of the Rotary Foundation.
We are inviting you to join our efforts to continue for The Annual Programs Fund of the Rotary Foundation. To become a member of the Paul Harris Society you are asked to commit to making an annual donation of $1000 USD or more to The Annual Programs Fund of the Rotary Foundation.
We hope that with your commitment in joining the Paul Harris Society, we will make a significant difference in our world.
Raise for Rotary is a platform that allows individuals, clubs, and districts to create online fundraisers that benefit The Rotary Foundation. It is a great way to celebrate personal events and special occasions. Organizers can share their fundraisers through social media, email, and text, so family, friends, colleagues, and supporters can donate online...... Please Read more....
Joint commitment will add US$450 million to global polio eradication efforts over three years:
CALGARY (22 June 2025) – Rotary and the Gates Foundation are renewing their longstanding partnership to end polio, announcing a joint commitment of up to US$450 million to support the global polio eradication effort at the annual Rotary International Convention.
“While historic progress has been made toward defeating polio—90 percent of the world’s population is free from the wild poliovirus—we’re facing significant challenges from competing financial priorities to fragile health systems. Furthermore, the detection of polio in places like Papua New Guinea that were previously polio free demonstrates that polio anywhere is a threat everywhere,” said Rotary International PolioPlus Committee Chair Mike McGovern. “The extension of our fundraising partnership with the Gates Foundation allows us to reach children around the world with lifesaving vaccines, keeping every child and community safe from this preventable disease.” ........
When it comes to ending polio, we're "Unstoppable". In a new Brand Center video, “Unstoppable,” we tell the story of Rotary’s historic role in helping rid the world of polio. We started this job over 40 years ago and we haven’t stopped since. Members have contributed more than US$2.7 billion and countless volunteer hours to this cause, and our goal is closer than ever. Show your community what Rotary does – and can do – by sharing this exciting video on your website and social media channels. Download HERE.
Start planning your 2024 World Polio Day event. Use the event guide in the Brand Center to help your club plan a successful event.
Forward this email to other members in your club. Encourage people to subscribe to the End Polio Now newsletter and thank those who have already done so! To opt in to the newsletter, people can sign in to My Rotary and select MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS on the Newsletters page.
Posted by Past District Governor Bob Wallace, Chair, District 7070 Rotary Foundation Committee
Dear Fellow Rotarians in District 7070,
Rotarians in District 7070 have been committed over the past nearly 40 years to raising funds to immunize children worldwide and our efforts are paying off. You should be proud of the difference that Rotary has made in the lives of millions of children by eliminating this dreadful disease.
I want to thank you for your past efforts and ask that you recommit to helping us raise funds to finish Rotary’s number one initiative of eradicating polio. Rotary is still committed to raising $50 million a year for this effort.
As such, we are launching the Polio Plus Society and are inviting you to join our efforts to continue to raise funds to eradicate polio. To become a member of the Polio Plus Society you are asked to commit to making an annual donation of $100 USD or more to The Rotary Foundation’s Polio Plus Fund until the last two countries, Afghanistan and Pakistan, are certified free of the wild polio virus.
As you prepare for the new Rotary year, remember that engaged members lead to a vibrant club. Members are more likely to be engaged when their needs are met, and the best way to understand your members’ needs is to ask about them. You can use a member interest survey and a member satisfaction survey to gather this valuable information that will help improve your club experience.
These surveys have a new, editable online format, so you can easily customize questions for your members. The guides below will help you do that. After members complete a survey, you’ll be able to view the results online.
The experience your club offers people affects how they feel about the club. By asking members for feedback regularly and then responding to it, you’re showing your openness to change and empowering them to help create their ideal club experience. The Member Satisfaction Survey can help you gather feedback so you can use it to ensure that members are enjoying their experience.
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN : Conduct this assessment and act on its results to: • Identify what your members like and dislike about their club experience • Develop an action plan that builds on what people enjoy and that ends or changes what they don’t.
Just as routine doctor visits help people identify health risks before they become serious, Rotary’s club health check can diagnose problem areas and prescribe remedies. Club leaders will find a checklist to assess their club’s well-being in the areas of club experience, service and social events, members, image, and business and operations, along with an array of resources to treat any problem areas. Regularly consulting those resources can help maintain your club’s health and preserve its value for club members and the community. A few examples follow, but review the entire document through the website listed below to ensure you’re taking full advantage of these valuable tools.
The upcoming Rotary year presents a fresh opportunity to spotlight the hard work of our members within their clubs and communities. Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation offer a variety of awards to honor members as well as nonmembers, alumni, and clubs for their steadfast commitment to service. Each award has its own eligibility criteria, nomination process, and type — such as a certificate or an engraved crystal — designed to celebrate recipients’ achievements. By recognizing the hard work of those in your district, you not only show appreciation but also foster a sense of community engagement among members and nonmembers alike. Learn more about recognition opportunities using the Rotary’s Service Awards resource.
Past District Governor Mike Cooksey once told me that if you want more Rotary members, you have to ask. He told every Rotarian he saw to "Get your Ask in Gear". His words certainly reflect one of the District 7070 Action Plans. Our goal is to receive 100 inquires from the "Join Us" or "Interested In Joining Us?" button on the District 7070 Website. Here is our challenge to your club: By the end of this Rotary year we want over 45 Rotary Clubs have a "Join Us" or "Interested In Joining Us?" button on their own club website AND for your club to have a "member conversion process" from these inquiries. It's up to you.
To see how we have done , Please Read more........
Many clubs face challenges related to three things: attracting new members, keeping members engaged, and finding meaningful ways to contribute to their communities. Use the Club Planning Assistant to get tailored advice for addressing your club’s challenges. Club leaders, you’ll receive an instant response with links to the resources we recommend to help you address your club’s most pressing challenges. You can then build these suggested strategies into your club’s membership plan.
New and different club models will attract diverse leaders to Rotary.Rotary clubs continue to demonstrate their value by staying connected to members and responding to changing needs in the community. Read about clubs around the world who are finding ways to adapt to new challenges and meeting online. Clubs and districts can take many approaches to membership growth. Rotary research tells us the most important factor is a club experience that attracts prospective members and engages current ones. A strong identity can help your club offer that kind of experience. The recently updated Club Types, Formats, and Models resource describes the many combinations of experiences that Rotary and Rotaract clubs worldwide are adopting as their club identities. One type of club is a satellite club, which can be started by fewer members and supported by another club. You can learn more about satellite clubs in the updated Guide to Satellite Clubs. Further strategies for membership growth are outlined in the new Strengthening Your Membership guide. The newly updated presentation on The State of Membership covers the latest membership trends and offers sustainable growth ideas. Membership growth also requires us to tell others about Rotary. During Membership and New Club Development Month in August, several experts shared advice on crafting compelling Rotary stories. Read more on the Rotary Voices blog. Please Read more for even more resources......
With nearly 600 Rotary members in approximately 80 countries, the Rotary Foundation's Cadre of Technical Advisers has been helping Rotary members tackle complex projects since 1995. Cadre members volunteer their professional skills and wide-ranging expertise to help clubs plan and implement projects more effectively. Read more about how these experts can help you with your next project.
Learn how to plan and implement effective projects with the Service Project Essentials courses in the Learning Center. You’ll discover ways to engage your community and increase your club’s impact. The four courses include general advice on planning projects, a guide to creating a budget, and tips for evaluating your project. The courses can be completed in about an hour.
The Service Project Center, Rotary’s new digital platform for service activities is up and running and it gives members more opportunities to manage service projects and share stories, best practices, and interests.
With the introduction of this platform, Rotary Showcase has been retired. All Rotary and Rotaract service projects have been transferred to the Service Project Center.
The Service Project Center is faster than the old system and offers a consistent experience across devices and screen sizes. It collects more accurate project location data and provides project management access to all club officers. Users can manage projects from mobile devices and easily share project links in email and on social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, and LinkedIn.
In the future, the platform will include a world map of projects, the ability to search for projects by language, and additional resources to help implement projects.
The Service Project Center is a significant asset in Rotary’s effort to engage participants more effectively and increase impact. Users can tell project stories more fully, demonstrating their effectiveness to potential members, partners, and donors. There are more opportunities to provide photos and details, making the project process more transparent and giving members more ways to feel pride in their results.
Rotary members and program participants are improving lives in communities around the world every day through thousands of service projects. Explore the good work that we’re doing locally and globally, and share these projects through social media
Posted by Ally Buck, Rotary and Community Fundraising Coordinator with ShelterBox Canada on Jul 01, 2025
Here is the latest update from Ally Buck, the Rotary and Community Fundraising Coordinator with ShelterBox Canada. She is getting to know the Rotary Clubs and Rotarians that support ShelterBox. Ally is originally from Pictou County, Nova Scotia where she attended the Nova Scotia Community College’s Social Services/Community Development program. She relocated to Kingston, Ontario to attend Queen’s University where she graduated with her BA in Global Development Studies and is a member of the Rotaract Club of Kingston......
Sara Poehlman has joined Rotary as the new Basic Education and Literacy (BEL) Area of Focus Manager, bringing 25 years of experience in education and peacebuilding across 40 countries. She plans to collaborate with members of the BEL Rotary Action Group (BELRAG) and build upon the initiatives of her predecessor, Dr. Regina Fuller-White.
Poehlman recognizes an opportunity for Rotarians to increase their impact, especially in light of recent cuts to both national and international assistance budgets. Poehlman aims to accelerate progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4, which focuses on ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all.Read more »
Posted by Bill Empey - Honouring Indigenous People, Rotary District 7070 Coordinator
Here is the latest Honouring Indigenous People Rotary News and Events, projects, blogs, photos, films, and resources. There are many major initiatives and resources available to you and your Rotary club. Your Club can help. Our District 7070 Action Committee's Areas of Focus Coordinator is Bill Empey from the Rotary Club of Toronto If you have a good news story, or want to help starting a project, please contact Bill. Here are some news highlights .........
We hope this message finds you well and thriving in your service to our communities! As we continue to inspire and empower the next generation, we are excited to share an incredible opportunity that aligns perfectly with your Rotary values - the Rotary Youth Exchange program.
The Program is more than just an adventure. It’s a transformative experience that fosters international understanding, cultural appreciation, and personal growth. By promoting the Program with our District’s Rotary Clubs, we can provide young people the opportunity to explore a new culture, develop lifelong friendships, and enhance their leadership skills. .....
The last two District Conferences featured our exchange students. I am sure you are all wanting to get in on the fun and excitement and get YOUR OWN EXCHANGE STUDENT.
Last year, at the Stirling Rotary Clubhouse , the Rotary Clubs of Stirling, Trenton, Brighton & Campbellford held a joint information session for prospective outbound students. We had 16 interested students and most students brought both of their parents. If you need a copy of the live presentation please contact trevor@thlogistics.ca . Do you need more information ? Details for this year's info session will be available soon. Please contact co-chairs Beth Selby selbyandvail@gmail.comor Trevor Hagerman trevor@thlogistics.ca
Please contact us TODAY .. we can do a presentation via Zoom or possibly in person visit to your club.
Chairs
Beth & Trevor
Attention - Rotarians and Rotoractors! ...... Interested in helping our district youth? Want to make lifelong friendships? The District Rotary Youth Exchange Committee welcomes you to join us!We meet monthly to select and support our District’s Rotary Youth Exchange Inbound and Outbound Students. Contact PDG Beth Selby (selbyandvail@gmail.com) or Trevor Hagerman (trevorshelley2020@gmail.com).
Rotary and Rotaract clubs can now designate a Programs for Young Leaders contact. And Interact club presidents can (with a parent’s consent) complete an optional self-registration form to receive resources and support directly from Rotary International. Both of these changes will help clubs and youth programs expand and grow stronger in part by enabling RI to distribute tools and information to club contacts. The Programs for Young Leaders contacts will stay connected with all of the youth programs their club sponsors, amplifying participants’ ideas and input and advocating for safe, inclusive programs. They will also serve as the main contact for any Interact clubs their club sponsors, attend Interact meetings, and find opportunities for Interactors to attend the sponsor club’s meetings and activities. Learn more about the Programs for Young Leaders contact. ....
Rotaractors now have access to Rotary Club Central — Rotary’s free and easy-to-use goal planning and tracking platform. Club leaders can use the tool to add and track goals, while club members can track their club’s progress. Rotaract clubs can also earn this year’s Rotaract Club Excellence Award (formerly the Rotary Citation*) by entering their goals directly into Rotary Club Central.
It’s not too late to start planning your club’s future. Determine what your club wants to achieve and then go to Rotary Club Central (rcc.rotary.org) to set annual goals that can help your club reach its vision.
*Immediate past officers: still have the details from your paper form? You can also log in, switch back to 2023-24 and enter your goals and achievements to help add to your club's historical data!
We are a new Rotaract club in the district. We are an e-club that spans over the entire district 7070. We’ve approached you today to let you know we are actively recruiting future Rotaractors. So if you know any individuals who might be interested feel free to get them to sign up using our sign-up sheet in our bio or by emailing us directly. We are looking forward to learning more and creating a partnership with your club. Feel free to reach us at rotaract7070eclub@gmail.com If interested.
Our goals:
- To give Rotaractors a home after they graduate from a university-based Rotaract club
- To address service area gaps in Rotaract programs
- To foster and grow Rotaract in the District
- To be a central club that allows for tracking numbers and coordinating large-scale events like the Rotaract District Conference
- To be an access point between Rotaract and Rotary Clubs
- To be an inclusive space that builds goodwill and better friendships
- To foster Rotarians of the future
- To be a fun club where young professionals and university students get to network, and develop under rotary.
We look for your support in making this a reality.
Additionally below is our Linktree containing our social media and Sign-up Sheet, please circulate it to your club and networks.
Posted by Laura Spear, Rotary Zone 32 Public Image Coordinator
Dear District Governors, District Public Image Chairs in Zone 32, and everyone interested in Rotary Public Image,
I am hopeful many of you are enjoying the International Convention in Calgary! I've been enjoying the social media posts from the East coast, and it looks like everyone is having a wonderful time.
This is the last Public Image monthly update for the Rotary year. It is also my final communication as the Rotary Public Image Coordinator for Zone 32, as my term ends next week. I am delighted that my successor, Amy Sheller, plans to continue sending these monthly updates, as many of you have commented on how helpful they have been. Thank you for the opportunity to serve as your Rotary Public Image Coordinator, the past three years!
And now, here is the monthly Public Image update for June.
Join the Rotary District 7070 Public Image Committee as we welcome Michael Angelo Caruso who will present 10 Unique Ideas to Make Your Club More Attractive. Michael will present 5 online strategies and 5 in-person (meeting) strategies. There will be lots of time for YOU to ask Michael questions .
Be sure to register on the District 7070 website event for Learning Tuesdays on THE NEW DATE OF AUGUST 19, 2025.
Who should attend: All Cub Presidents, President Elects, Club Membership and Public Image Chairs and Directors and all members interested making their club more attractive
Learning Objective: Get ideas on how you and your Club can make your club more attractive to potential members and to your community.
Agenda: Michael will present 5 online strategies and 5 in-person (meeting) strategies to make your club more attractive.
Lots of time to ask Michael questions about his ideas and perhaps ways to make your club more attractive.
Please Read More for all of the details and Please REGISTER TODAY.....
Look at the great checklist. from our friends in Rotary District 5810 in north Texas. All action items . Time to get ready for 2025-26. How is your checklist coming?
We've got you covered with our New Year Rotary Checklist! Whether you're updating your club's website, revamping social media profiles, or planning exciting community projects, this checklist will ensure your club shines bright in 2025. Check out the checklist to start the year strong and make a lasting impact in our community! Let's show the world what Rotary is all about.
The president’s message for 2025-26, Unite for Good, is an idea that calls for us to work together to build our global impact. It also helps to create stronger recognition of Rotary’s name in our communities and with potential service partners. Use the Rotary-wide presidential message, rather than creating your own themes or messages, to provide a consistent, unified voice for your club and district communications. In the Brand Center, you’ll find graphics, logo lockup templates, sample social media posts, and guidance on using the Unite for Good message.
Do you want to get media attention for your club, project, or event? The redesigned Press Center provides members, bloggers, podcasters, and journalists with material for stories. You’ll find photos, videos, fact sheets, and a “Highlights” section showcasing Rotary coverage. The Press Center also has information about Rotary’s celebrity ambassadors, media contact information, and our latest press releases. Use the Press Center to enhance your stories and share them with the media. New features are being added regularly, so visit often!
Looking for an angle to get your club, project, or event covered in the local press? We’ve redesigned the Press Center to provide storytellers – bloggers, podcasters, broadcasters, and print journalists – with a central location to find ideas, images, and content about Rotary that will help them craft their stories. You’ll find photos and video resources, factsheets, and information about Rotary’s celebrity ambassadors (pictured at left) that can help you when contacting local media.
Rotary now has a WhatsApp channel! It has updates on Rotary projects, useful news, and plenty of fun. The channel is in English only for now. Our first updates include a story about the Blind Football Uganda league, advice on recycling electronic devices, and a list of our favorite blog posts of 2024. Go to the channel. Then choose Follow in the upper-right corner. (To read the channel in the future, select Updates or Channels in the WhatsApp menu bar.)
Our newest promotional campaign features videos of a diverse sample of members explaining how Rotary helps them further their passions and professions. The campaign’s initial rollout features testimonials by three U.S. members. Watch for future videos showcasing Rotary’s diversity of membership, breadth of experiences, and global reach. The testimonials are designed to complement Rotary’s People of Action messaging. Together, the videos and messaging work to deepen the public’s understanding of the many ways Rotary enriches members’ lives.
Visit the Brand Center to download these dynamic videos, and then post them on your social media channels and websites to introduce potential participants and members to everything they can find in Rotary. Lots more on Videos....
We’ve given our blog in English a new name and a fresh look. Rotary 360 replaces Rotary Voices and will capture the Rotary experience from every angle. You’ll find inspiring stories from Rotary members as well as thoughtful, conversation-starting pieces from our partner organizations and experts in various fields. Explore our new blog and share it with other members and people in your community. If you have a story to tell, send it to us at blog@rotary.org.
We’ve given our blog a new name and a fresh look. The Rotary Voices blog is now Rotary 360, and it captures Rotary’s story from every angle. Explore the blog website and look for projects and ideas that showcase how Rotary takes action to do good in the world and build community connections. Those inspiring stories can help build brand awareness when shared on your social media channels, helping to attract members, volunteers, and donors. Explore Rotary 360.
Nearly a decade ago, while Jennifer Jones was the chair of the Strengthen Rotary’s Brand Committee, Rotary International conducted in-depth research to better understand how the public viewed Rotary, our members, and our work. What we learned was that we needed to reposition the Rotary brand by focusing on clear, consistent messages and a unified visual identity. Based on the committee’s recommendation, the Rotary International Board of Directors approved new brand guidelines, which included how clubs should use the Rotary logo.......
“Connect & Inspire Through Storytelling,” a motivational webinar hosted by Rotary International and Toastmasters International, offers ideas on how to effectively tell your club’s stories. Panelists from Rotary and Toastmasters discuss connecting across demographic and cultural boundaries, bringing authenticity to your stories, and keeping things simple. Find an overview of the webinar and a link to view it in this Rotary Voices blog post by webinar moderator Mary Shackleton, District 7240 Endowment/Major Gifts subcommittee chair and a Toastmaster.
Data – indicators that provide insight into your projects – play an important role conveying the positive change your club or district makes in the community and can even propel people into action. Share your project data in compelling ways, such as through photos, video clips, or infographics, to inspire new partnership and funding opportunities, attract new members, and create stronger community bonds. The new Rotary Impact Handbook can help guide your club or district in gathering the right data to show your impact and demonstrate that you’re people of action.
Posted by David Andrews, Chair, District 7070 Public Image Committee
The Rotary International Board of Directors has made it very clear. A brand is more than just a logo, but a logo is a big part of our visual identity. When the public sees it throughout their community, they begin to think of Rotary members as people of action. Using the same visual elements unites Rotary, Rotaract, and Interact and allows us, as a diverse global organization, to tell our story with one voice.
The RI Board of Directors is asking every club to update its logo to align with Rotary’s brand guidelines
Unfortunately,I have noticed that some Rotary Clubs in our District are altering the Rotary logo for use in the marketing and promotion of their various events and projects.
This sends the wrong signal to the public. Many do not know who we are now and different “looks” to our logo just makes it worse. Please use the Rotary Brand Center ( see : https://brandcenter.rotary.org/en-us) and USE ONLY THE ONE ROTARY LOGO in your marketing and public relations initiatives. That would include your website , all social media sites and any signs you may have created.
A consistent voice and unified visual identity are essential components of a strong brand. Learn how to use Rotary’s communication and design elements to build awareness and recognition of Rotary and to tell the story of people of action. We continue to strive for One clear consistent look and message in all that we do, to ensure that everyone knows our “Rotary” message.....
It's a New Rotary Year - Check out the link and truthfully answer the questions on your club's web presence. Your 2024-25-26 Club Presidents already have a copy.
Rotary’s public image is shaped by the actions of every member, from how we conduct ourselves in meetings to how we represent Rotary at events and respond to needs in our communities. The club public image committee’s role is to create and implement a plan to tell Rotary’s local story, promote the club’s activities in the area, and raise awareness of Rotary’s work around the world. This list will help you assess how well your committee is shaping Rotary’s image.
It's a New Rotary Year - Check the Club Public Image Checklist. See how many checks you have accomplished , and start working on the rest of the checks. Your 2024-25-26 Club Presidents already have a copy. Here is the checklist.
Posted by Niecey Dillon-Tyrovolas, District 7070 Governor
To Rotarians in District 7070:
It's TIME TO GET YOUR CLUB NOTICED. Prospective members are checking YOU out - What will they see? Don't be left behind. REGISTER TODAY.
To assist the Rotary Clubs of District 7070 GET NOTICED, at the request of District Governor Virginia O'Reilly, the District Public Relations Committee is continuing the Rotary Club ClubRunner Website Refresh Program and Promotional Half Back Discount.
THIS PROGRAM IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CLUB in 2025-26. Thirty-three of our District 7070 Rotary clubs have already completed the refresh program. These club websites are getting noticed by the public and potential members who are checking them out. When a prospective member looks to join a club, they look at YOUR club website. GET YOUR CLUB WEBSITE REFRESHED - REGISTER TODAY.
A few years ago, we asked Rob MacArthur, our District 7070 Public Image Public Investigator to carry out an investigation on all 55 Rotary clubs with respect to their club's Public Image. Rob looked at your club's basic web site setup as well as social media channels and the way they were being used. A spreadsheet of the results was made available for our District Leadership Team and Assistant Governors to review. The Pie Chart included shows a graphical representation of the results. Where do you "think" your club fits in this chart? What is the Image that the public have, about your club? Here is what Rob found out... Please Read more....
Posted by David Andrews, Chair, District 7070 Public Image Committee
Our District 7070 Public Image Committee is calling for YOU (Rotaractors and Rotarians in the District) to join our District Public Image Committee. Our scope is to boost Rotary's Public Image and to assist Rotary Clubs in D7070 to do the same.
We are looking for YOU, Rotaractors and Rotarians who have experience in the field of Public Relations, Social Media platforms, and news writing. We want you to use those very special talents to assist clubs and our Committee . Are you that Rotarian? Are you that Rotaractor? Are you interested ? Please contact Dave Andrews at dave.f.andrews99@gmail.com and we can set up a time to chat about your interests.
Be sure to see the Public Image menu tab on our District Website and check out our District Facebook Page , Twitter account and Instagram account and the District Newsletters too, for some idea of what we do.
Do you have events or fundraisers that you want other clubs to know about? Perhaps a project with which you need their assistance? Here are just three ways you can get your event, your message , a story about your club, or your "ask for help" out to your neighbouring Rotary Clubs, RIGHT HERE IN THIS NEWSLETTER:........
The celebration of World Environment Day on June 7, 2025 at the Christie Pits Park Toronto was hosted by Lynda Ryder, President of Etobicoke Club. District Governor Virginia O'Reilly and rotarians from Toronto, Toronto Eglinton, Etobicoke, Woodbridge and Richmond Hill were present. I had the opportunity of promoting Rotary to different exhibitors such as: Seniors for Climate Action Now, and others.
We were approached by David McLeod of Environment & Energy of City of Toronto whether Rotary Clubs can advise the city on the adequacy of preparedness of Emergency Shelters in Toronto during a black-out. Noting that in high rise buildings not only electrical power will be out but also seasonal heating/cooling and the water supply to the upper level of buildings will be stopped.
He was told that the Rotarians may review a community centre/shelter as an example to list the existing services and recommend repair or addition of new ones. But the cost of any construction will be borne by the city as well as its maintenance after construction.
It was a pleasant sunny day for service and fellowship. Music and food were good. I hope you enjoyed the day as well as we did. I am attaching some photos of the event. Please Read more for the photos....
Posted by Mike Banh, RC Uxbridge Chair - Environment
Michael Banh has created an EventBrite registration page for our District Grant funded Mini Forest site preparation was to be held on Saturday, July 5, 2025@ The Fields of Uxbridge. PLEASE NOTE THE DATE CHANGE BELOW. Please share the link below with your members. We hope to see many Rotarians taking part and learning how the Miyawaki method works to create a mini forest.
Due to an unexpected environmental consideration on site, we are tentatively moving the date of the Mini Forest Prep event from Saturday, July 5,2025 to Saturday, July 26, 2025. Thank you for your understanding and we hope to see you at the new event date. Please monitor the social media accounts of Township of Uxbridge and the Rotary Club of Uxbridge for updates.
In keeping with the Action Plan, we’re shifting our approach to knowledge and skill building by moving from a training model to a learning model. You will notice this shift in titles for various key roles within Rotary, such as club learning facilitator, district learning facilitator, and district learning committee. It’s more than just semantics. Training involves someone with information delivering that knowledge to a group of participants. Participant-centered learning is an active instructional approach in which a facilitator guides participants who build on their knowledge and experience to share ideas, reach a goal, or solve a problem. We’re putting participants at the center of the learning experience an empowering them to take ownership of their learning and development. Club, district, and regional leaders are encouraged to consider how this shift from training to learning affects their activities and to make changes where needed. Learn more about the differences between training and facilitation in the Becoming an Effective Facilitator course in the Learning Center.
As Rotary’s approach to building knowledge and skills shifts from a training model to a learning model, we’re putting participants at the center of the learning experience so they can direct their own learning and skill development.
Watch our webinar that was shown on February 13, 2024 to explore how to create dynamic learning experiences through facilitated dialogue and idea sharing.
Posted by Sarah Remijan Director of Learning and Development Rotary International
You asked for a better mobile experience with Rotary’s Learning Center, and here it is! Introducing the new app, a more direct and intuitive way to access the Learning Center on your mobile devices.
It’s now easier than ever to complete your role-based courses, track your progress, and explore other courses and resources — wherever you are.
To get started:
Download Rotary Learning Center from your app store.
Open the app and enter your My Rotary username and password.
Find your courses.
If you’ve accessed the Learning Center previously through the Go.Learn app, you’ll find that the RotaryLearn app is a more streamlined experience. After you get started with RotaryLearn, you can remove Go.Learn from your mobile devices. If you have questions, write to learn@rotary.org. . Happy learning!
Big changes are here and even bigger things are on the way!
We recently hosted our What's New webinar to unveil exciting updates and provide a sneak peek at what's next. Whether you joined us live or missed it, we’ve got you covered.........
Posted by Iosif Ciosa, Past District Governor and District 7070 Learning Chair
Welcome to your Rotary District 7070 Learning in this year. The District 7070 Learning committee is bringing all learning sessions under one umbrella.
The learining sessions (events) on the district website are one colour – red
A form to be used by our District Committees when putting together a training/learning session to tell you all about the learning session. This form (see the attached form in the next story in this newsletter) will be sent to Iosif and to Bob Wallace posting on to the District website
We have also created a NEW section in the Monthly District Newsletter that will show the learning session in the upcoming month
District Governor Niecy Dillon Tyrovolas will also add any learning sessions to her weekly message.
Please Read more to see just some of the future learning sessions already planned for YOU....
There are lots of tips and tools of the trade when it comes to Public Image, Membership, The Rotary Foundation and Governance, when it comes to you and your Rotary or Rotaract club. This is exactly what we have in store for you.
On Tuesdays, on a monthly basis , we will be presenting learning opportunities, in one-hour zoom sessions, for you and your club members, to help you with many ways that you can learn more about Rotary and really help your club.
Go to the District website calendar and register today.
In 2024-25, we will have 9 sessions ( No sessions in the months: July, December & June) with sessions allocated as follows: 2 sessions on Governance; 2 sessions on Membership; 1 session on The Rotary Foundation; and 1 session on Public Image. Watch the District 7070 Calendar for the time and date. Stay tuned for more details, these sessions are being developed as we speak. And even more planned for 2025-26.
Posted by Iosif Ciosa, Chair District 7070 Learning Committee
To District 7070 Committees: From: Committee Chair: Iosif Ciosa
Learning 2025-26 Description Form : Please use the 2023-24 form until a new one is developed.
Here is the 2023-24 Learning Description Form that we would like you to fill out and sent to Iosif Ciosa when you create the learning event that we will put on the District Website.
You may attach pictures, flyers, artwork or graphics (please make sure that pictures or graphics are not copywritten and are royalty free).
The Action Plan is a sustainable approach to creating and maintaining healthy clubs. President Stephanie A. Urchick and the Action Plan champions are asking all members to use the Action Plan framework to help address challenges and meet your club’s and district’s goals. Visit rotary.org/actionplan to use the Action Plan Toolkit today.
One thing successful clubs have in common is effective goal setting. When club leaders plan for the future, they give the club a sense of direction. Whether you aim to welcome more members, complete more service projects, or improve the experience your club offers members, setting goals motivates members to work toward a common purpose. Rotary Club Central makes it easy for Rotary and Rotaract clubs to plan and track their goals. Club leaders can now set yearly goals for up to three years and record the club’s accomplishments, and all members can view the club’s progress. Plus, future leaders can use past goals to make informed decisions about the club’s direction. It’s never too late to start planning for your club’s future. Visit Rotary Club Central and get started.
Whether you want to improve your members’ club experience in the short term, grow your overall membership, or do both, Rotary Club Central can help you reach your membership goals. With the latest updates to Rotary Club Central, you can now add goals for three consecutive years, allowing you to track your progress as you work toward your club’s long-term vision. Learn more by visiting the Learning Center. If you haven't visited the Learning Center before, go to rotary.org/learn, register for or sign in to My Rotary, and accept the privacy policy. Then, search for Rotary Club Central Resources.
16,000 Rotary members and participants from 140 countries registered for the service organization’s international convention in CalgaryCALGARY (25 June 2025) – As Rotary’s international convention in Calgary draws to
Speakers address gender parity, children’s education, and artificial intelligence
2025 Rotary International Convention also focuses on the status of polio eradication efforts
Thank you to everyone for posting photos of the Calgary Convention.
In his July 2025 letter to Rotarians, Past District Governor Bob Wallace, Chair of the District 7070 Rotary Foundation Committee, encourages every Rotarian to set and meet their club and personal goals and make a conscious effort to make a donation to The Rotary Foundation, whatever you can afford, to the Annual Programs Fund, the PolioPlus Fund, the Disaster Response Fund, and to the Endowment Fund. Are you a member of the Paul Harris Society OR the PolioPlus Society? Be sure to attend the November 2025 Rotary Foundation Grant Qualification Seminar. Please Read more.......
Past District Governor Mike Cooksey once told me that if you want more Rotary members, you have to ask. He told every Rotarian he saw to "Get your Ask in Gear". His words certainly reflect one of the District 7070 Action Plans. Our goal is to receive 100 inquires from the "Join Us" or "Interested In Joining Us?" button on the District 7070 Website. Here is our challenge to your club: By the end of this Rotary year we want over 45 Rotary Clubs have a "Join Us" or "Interested In Joining Us?" button on their own club website AND for your club to have a "member conversion process" from these inquiries. It's up to you..jpg?_=638881072248535718)
Sara Poehlman has joined Rotary as the new Basic Education and Literacy (BEL) Area of Focus Manager, bringing 25 years of experience in education and peacebuilding across 40 countries. She plans to collaborate with members of the BEL Rotary Action Group (BELRAG) and build upon the initiatives of her predecessor, Dr. Regina Fuller-White.
Here is the latest Honouring Indigenous People Rotary News and Events, projects, blogs, photos, films, and resources. There are many major initiatives and resources available to you and your Rotary club. Your Club can help. Our District 7070 Action Committee's Areas of Focus Coordinator is Bill Empey from the Rotary Club of Toronto If you have a good news story, or want to help starting a project, please contact Bill. Here are some news highlights .........
