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September is New Generations Month, when Rotary celebrates its commitment to youth and young adult programs, including Interact, Rotaract, RYLA, and Rotary Youth Exchange. Rotary clubs are encouraged to focus on youth issues and undertake projects benefiting young adults around the world through New Generations programs.
When planning activities for New Generations Month, Rotarians and program participants are challenged to consider these questions:
- How can those involved in your district’s youth and young adult programs network with each other?
- Do Rotary clubs in your area actively promote participation in the youth and young adult programs they sponsor?
- How are youth included in weekly Rotary club programs, service projects, and fundraising events?
- What types of special recognition, awards, and scholarships are available to youth through Rotary clubs in your area?
Rotary’s five Avenues of Service are the philosophical and practical framework for the work of Rotary clubs. The newly added Avenue of New Generations Service is meant to encourage Rotarians to actively engage with youth and young adults. This can happen through Rotaract, Interact, RYLA, and Youth Exchange, but it also can take place through a local club or district youth project.
Help achieve Rotary’s mission by promoting programs for youth and young adults, and by celebrating New Generations Month!
