May : Youth Service Month

 Come the month of May and we at Rotary eClub One observe this month as Youth Service Month. 

This month focuses on empowering youth and young professionals through leadership development programs and supporting Rotary's five avenues of service. We at Rotary eClub One focus on initiatives like Rotaract, Interact, RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards), and Youth Exchange. 

You may wonder what is so special about this theme of the May.

This theme encourages our Rotarians to focus on initiatives and projects that support and benefit young people. 

Key areas covered by Rotary eClub One under youth service projects:

·       Leadership Development:

Programs like RYLA and Interact clubs aim to empower young people to develop leadership skills, confidence, and a sense of civic responsibility. 

·       Community Service:

We work together on local projects that address community needs, such as environmental initiatives, disaster relief, and supporting local schools. 

·       International Understanding:

Rotary Youth Exchange offers students the opportunity to experience different cultures, build lasting friendships, and become global citizens. 

·       Global Issues:

Rotary clubs also participate in projects addressing global challenges like ending polio, promoting peace, fighting disease, and supporting education, as outlined in Rotary's areas of focus. 

·       Club and District Level Projects:

We also implement their own youth-focused service projects based on local needs and interests. 

I can proudly say that we all members of Rotary eClub One are involved in one or the other projects somewhere in the world.

We members never ever forget that we as Rotary members are born to help someone and make them happy and we never miss this opportunity.

Best regards,

Makarand Pundalik

President – 2024-25