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Rotary celebrates national Volunteer Week

Rotary celebrates national Volunteer Week

Rotary volunteers all over Great Britain and Ireland are being thanked for their tireless efforts as part of Volunteers Week. There are hundreds of Rotary members and volunteers who all contribute to communities at home and overseas, with the aim of helping others. Rotary GBI President Peter King said this week is important: “I am […]

Rotary volunteers all over Great Britain and Ireland are being thanked for their tireless efforts as part of Volunteers Week. There are hundreds of Rotary members and volunteers who all contribute to communities at home and overseas, with the aim of helping others.

Rotary GBI President Peter King said this week is important: “I am grateful every day for the work of our Rotary volunteers for without them, change would not happen. The communities we serve, whether at home or further afield, have all benefited from the giving of time and skills of Rotary members who are all committed to creating positive change.

“It just takes an idea, a real feeling that something needs to change and Rotary clubs will come together to make it happen and blend that unique mix of skills within the members.

“It is very important to recognise the work of volunteers the world over not just this week, but every week of the year and I extend a very big thank you to everyone who works with Rotary and supports this tremendous organisation.”

Rotary has been in existence since 1905 and is a worldwide organisation which has had a major impact on lives through major projects such as bringing about the eradication of polio in several countries, providing clean drinking water and offering incredible educational opportunities in the area of peace building and conflict resolution.

Local causes are also close to Rotary’s heart with members heavily involved in local community activities such as dragon boat races, taking underprivileged children on great days out and showcasing the talents and determination of young people through national awards including Young Chef, Young Musician and the Young Citizen Awards.

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