About Rotaract

Rotaract originally began as a Rotary International youth program in 1968^[at Charlotte North Rotary Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, and has grown into a major Rotary-sponsored organization of over 10,904 clubs spread around the world and 250,792 members in 184 countries. It is a service, leadership, professional and community service organization for young men and women between the ages 18–30 (membership will end upon reaching 31 years of age).

Rotaract focuses on the development of young adults as leaders in their communities and workplaces. Clubs around the world also take part in international service projects, in a global effort to bring peace and international understanding to the world.

“Rotaract” stands for “Rotary in Action”, although the name originally comes from a combination of “Rotary” and “Interact” (International + Action), the high school level program created by Rotary International in 1962.

Most Rotaract activities take place at the club level. Rotaract clubs hold formal meetings, usually every two weeks, which feature speakers, special outings, social activities, discussions or visits to other clubs. Club members get together on designated days for service project work, social events, or professional/leadership development workshops.

To be eligible for membership, prospective members must be 18–30 years of age, show that they are committed to Rotaract, and show that they are of good standing in the community. After being approved by the club, prospective members are ‘inducted’ to become members, also known as ‘Rotaractors’.

The avenues of service include Club Service, Community Service, International Service and Professional Development.

Flag Salutation

I Salute The National Flag of Sri Lanka,
Which Signifies The Independence of My Country
And Stands For All Its People UNITED As ONE Nation,
I Pledge Allegiance To Sri Lanka
And Undertake To Work Towards Its Peace And Prosperity
In A Spirit of Tolerance And Love

Rotaract Invocation

Remember us always as thy children
Oh lord, Instill in us the true meaning of friendship
That the differences of cultures and creed should not matter
At all times endow with us the Desire to serve
Remembering that we too often need help
As and when the need for service arises
Caring to make our badge of Rotaract worthwhile
Tell us that we have not lived in vain

Rotary Four Way Test

Is it the TRUTH?
Is it FAIR to all concerned?
Will it build GOODWILL and better friendships?
Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

Rotaract Song

Always, we shine where it matters,
To serving our fellow men, like no other,
No matter, the creed or culture,
We pull it together, to care for others

It’s our friendship that makes us thrive,
True sense of fellowship that makes us shine,
As Rotaractors we always try,
To reach out and make things bright,

Together we can make it happen,
For our fellow men, like no other,
No matter the creed or culture,
And we are proud to Rotaractors