Rotaract 101: What You Need to Know

Rotaract is a global movement of young leaders driven by the values of service, fellowship, leadership, and personal development. As a youth program of Rotary International, Rotaract empowers individuals aged 18 and above to create meaningful impact in their communities while growing as professionals and citizens of the world.

What is Rotaract?

Rotaract stands for Rotary in Action. It is a network of service clubs around the world that engage young people in:

Community service

Professional development

International understanding

Fellowship and leadership-building activities

Rotaract clubs operate either independently or are sponsored by local Rotary clubs. Each club identifies local needs and carries out initiatives aligned with Rotary’s global priorities.

Rotary’s Areas of Focus

Rotaract clubs support Rotary’s 7 Areas of Focus, which are central themes for projects and advocacy:
These guide the kind of impact-driven initiatives Rotaract clubs take on locally and globally.

The 5 Avenues of Service

Rotaract clubs follow Rotary’s Five Avenues of Service, which shape how members serve and lead:

Club Service

#1

Strengthening fellowship and ensuring club operations run smoothly

Community Service

#2

Identifying needs and leading projects for local impact

International Service

#3

Fostering global understanding through international projects

Professional Development

#4

Building skills and opportunities for personal and career growth

Youth Service

#5

Supporting the development of future leaders through mentorship and programs

Where We Belong: Rotaract Club of Lucena South

The Rotaract Club of Lucena South is part of a larger structure that connects clubs on local, national, and international levels:
Area 3, under Rotary International District 3820 (RID 3820)
Member of Pilipinas Rotaract MDIO (Multi-District Information Organization) – the national umbrella organization of Rotaract in the Philippines
Part of Asia Pacific Rotaract (APPR) – a regional community of Rotaractors across Asia-Pacific
Affiliated with Rotary International, the world’s first service organization
This structure allows us to collaborate across areas, share resources, and participate in national and international conferences and service programs.

Why Join Rotaract?

Rotaract offers young people a chance to:

Create real change in their communities

Build leadership and project management skills

Connect with mentors and professionals

Form lifelong friendships through service

Rotaract clubs operate either independently or are sponsored by local Rotary clubs. Each club identifies local needs and carries out initiatives aligned with Rotary’s global priorities.

Ready to be part of something bigger?

Want to make a difference with like-minded young leaders?

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Rotaract Club of Lucena South | RID 3820 | Fellowship Through Service

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