Rotary 360 – Stories of service from around the world

Editors Note: The following essay was provided by Jack Sim, founder of the World Toilet Organization, in advance of World Toilet Day, observed 19 November. Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) is one of Rotary’s areas of focus.
By Jack Sim
Rotary is a global force for good, a network of passionate individuals united by a common purpose. From eradicating polio to promoting peace, our clubs consistently demonstrate what can be achieved when people of action come together. Yet, in our noble...

By Pardeep Sisodia, Rotary Club of Chandigarh Mid Town, Chandigarh, India
I grew up in small towns in the state of Himachal Pradesh, moving frequently because of my father’s government postings. Those years taught me resilience, adaptability, and the value of connecting with people – qualities that have stayed with me throughout...

Editor’s note: The following is an open letter written by Brian King, Director of Membership Development for Rotary International, nearly 20 years ago. King, membership chair of the Rotary Club of Evanston, Illinois, USA, shares it annually to thank...

By Nikola Božić, End Polio Now Coordinator for Zone 21, and a member of the E-Club of Serbia
Some of the most powerful moments in Rotary come when you least expect them. This happened to me recently after a long day of meetings at Rotary International Headquarters in Evanston, Illinois, USA....