Rotaract

Rotaract is a service, leadership, professional, and community service organization (often miscommunicated as a Social Service Club) for young men and women between 18 and 30. Rotaract focuses on the development of young adults as leaders in their communities and workplaces. Clubs worldwide also participate in international service projects, in a global effort to bring peace and international understanding to the world. "Rotaract" stands for "Rotary in Action", although the name originally comes from a combination of "Rotary" and "Interact" (International + Action), the high school level program created by Rotary International in 1962

Most Rotaract activities take place at the club level. Rotaract clubs hold formal meetings, usually every two weeks, which feature speakers, special outings, social activities, discussions, or visits to other clubs. Club members gather on designated days for service project work, social events, or professional/leadership development workshops.

To be eligible for membership, prospective members must be 18–30 years of age, show that they are committed to Rotaract, and show that they are of good standing in the community. After being approved by the club, prospective members are 'inducted' to become members, also known as 'Rotaractors'.The avenues of service include Club Service, Community Service, International Service, and Professional Development.

Rotary International District 3170

The present RI District 3170 was first carved out as District 317 from the erstwhile District 315 in the year 1959-60, which was covering the entire Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and part of Tamil Nadu. Later in 1970-71, some more areas were converted into new districts 318, 319, and 313. The territory of District 317 then included the entire North Karnataka, Southern parts of Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra

Then again in 1983-84, another new district 316 was formed taking out Gulbarga, Raichur, Bidar, Bellary, Chitradurga, Anantpur, and Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh. Now district 3170 covers Kolhapur, Sangli, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg districts of Maharashtra State, Dharwad, Gadag, Haveri, Bijapur, Bagalkot, Belgaum and Uttar Kannada districts of Karnataka State, and entire Goa State.

GOALS OF ROTARACT

• To develop professional and leadership skills.
• To emphasize respect for the rights of others, based on recognition of the worth of each individual
• To recognize the dignity and value of all useful occupations as opportunities to serve
• To recognize, practice, and promote ethical standards as leadership qualities and vocational responsibilities
• To develop knowledge and understanding of the needs, problems, and opportunities in the community and worldwide
• To provide opportunities for personal and group activities to serve the community and promote international understanding and goodwill towards people.

What do we do?

In RID 3170, we're on a transformative journey, blending service, self-development, and community building into our mission.

With local and global projects, we tackle societal issues while finding purpose and growth. Our diverse network isn't just colleagues, they're change catalysts, breaking barriers and fostering understanding. Together, we push boundaries, nurturing innovation and strong connections.

Rotary embodies relentless pursuit of a better world, where humanity's bonds drive collective action and lasting change.

Before any Rotaract activity, a Rotaractor examines the activity with following four questions:

• Is it the TRUTH?
• Is it FAIR to all concerned?
• Will it build GOOD WILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIP?
• Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?