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E-clubs For Change

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--By Shruti Sonthalia
 
Access to computers and the internet has become a basic need for education in our society. Considering this fact, the Rotary Club had introduced the concept of rotary e-clubs in 2004 which encourages the participation of youth through programs designed for civic engagement. Rotary International’s programs and opportunities lead to youth’s engagement on a large scale which lets young people interact and discover their interests in and potential for becoming responsible and engaged citizens. The following are its various groups that are committed to such activity. 
 
INTERACT is a service organization sponsored by Rotary clubs around Nepal for youth of 12 to 18 years. Fifty-five clubs with over 200 members are involved and each year the clubs complete at least two community service projects. Members learn the importance of developing leadership skills and personal integrity through demonstrating help and respect for others. They also understand the value of individual r e s p o n s i b i l i t y and hard work in advancing international understanding and goodwill. 
 
ROTARACT, another group designed for adults aged 18 years to 30 years is another organization that initiates efforts at the local level, with members addressing their communities’ physical and social needs. The 86 Rotaract clubs in Nepal keep its members’ days filled with reality, awareness and experience. 
 
ROTARY COMMUNITY CORPS (RCC) is a group of non-rotarians who work for their communities with the guidance and support of Rotary Clubs. RCC’s projects address issues such as health, literacy, safety, employment and the environment, encouraging a sense of service in non-rotarians so they can contribute with their share to society. 
 
ROTARY YOUTH EXCHANGE offers students aged 15 years to 19 years the chance to travel abroad for cultural exchange lasting one week to a full academic year. One can be an ambassador, teaching people about one’s own country, culture and ideas. This brings the world closer and one makes some good friends in the process. 
 
ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS (RYLA) are seminars sponsored by clubs and districts to recognize leadership abilities in young adults and adults aged 14 years to 30 years. 
 
The concept of e-clubs was introduced to meet the needs of these activities efficiently. The e-clubs are more flexible and accessible as they conduct weekly meetings on the club’s website. Rather than being physically present at an appointed day and time, members may attend meetings at any time and any day of the week. The objective of service as a basis of worthy enterprise is met well through e-clubs letting each participant make a difference in their own way.
 

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