Rotaract brings together people aged 18 to 30 in universities and communities worldwide to organise service activities, develop leadership and professional skills, and have fun.
Rotary clubs sponsor them, but Rotaract members manage and fund their clubs independently. They work closely with their local Rotary club, which many go on to join after their Rotaract membership ends.
Rotaract clubs carry out two service projects each year, one that assists the local community and one that helps a community in another country.
These projects are a great way for Rotaract clubs to get involved in their own community, connect with young adults globally, and attract new members.
Rotaract Dunedin - Project Starfish
One of the main service projects the Dunedin Rotaract club members are involved in this year is raising money to help build a new kitchen for the Akha Academy in Thailand – an institution that helps rescue children from being subject to child sex slavery. So far members have run late-night BBQs for party-goers on George Street. When asked how things went their response was; "It was really successful and great fun (but slightly chilly!) - a good way to connect with the community".
If you are interested in finding out more or joining a Rotaract Club contact us.