Rotary's Five Avenue's of Service
We channel our commitment to service at home and abroad through five Avenues of Service, which are the foundation of club activity.
1. Club Service
Club service focuses on making clubs strong. A thriving club is anchored by strong relationships and an active membership development plan.
2. Vocational Service
Vocational service calls on every Rotarian to work with integrity and contribute their expertise to the problems and needs of society. Learn more in An Introduction to Vocational Service and the Code of Conduct.
3. Community Service
Community service encourages every Rotarian to find ways to improve the quality of life for people in their communities and to serve the public interest. Learn more in Communities in Action: A Guide to Effective Projects.
4. Youth Service
Youth Service recognizes the importance of empowering youth and young professionals through leadership development programs such as Rotaract, Interact, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, and Rotary Youth Exchange.
5. International Service
International service exemplifies our global reach in promoting peace and understanding. We support this service avenue by sponsoring or volunteering on international projects, seeking partners abroad, and more.
Rotary's Seven Area's of Focus
Rotary directs its efforts through seven key areas — from promoting peace to supporting education —
each designed to make a lasting impact in communities worldwide
Select an area of focus to learn more
Rotary fosters dialogue, understanding, and cooperation to reduce conflict and build lasting peace within communities worldwide.
Rotary works to strengthen health systems, improve access to medical care, and fight diseases like polio, malaria, and HIV/AIDS.
Rotary helps communities gain access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education to promote healthier, more sustainable living.
Rotary supports mothers and children by providing access to quality healthcare, nutrition, and education for healthier families.
Rotary invests in education by supporting teachers, schools, and literacy programs that empower people and open doors to opportunity.
Rotary helps communities create jobs, support entrepreneurs, and build sustainable local economies through innovation and training.
Rotary takes action to protect the planet—preserving natural resources, fighting climate change, and promoting ecological balance.