Dear Rotary Members and Community Partners,
As I step into the role of President for this Rotary year, I am filled with a sense of honor, responsibility, and enthusiasm. Rotary has a long-standing tradition of service above self, and I am committed to upholding and advancing this legacy. Our club’s success and impact are a direct result of the dedication and hard work of each member, and I am confident that together, we can achieve even greater heights in the coming year.
This year, our focus will be guided by the 2024 Action Plan, which emphasizes four key pillars: Impact, Engage, Join, and Reach. Allow me to share with you the main areas of focus and our vision for the year ahead.
Impact: Making a Difference
Our primary goal is to create a meaningful impact within our community and beyond. By addressing critical issues and providing tangible solutions, we aim to:
- Implement Service Projects: the End Period Injustice Now Project will be our main focus.
- Support Local Initiatives: Partner with community organizations to support initiatives that improve the quality of life in Belgium and beyond. Focusing on mental health with the Victor Project.
Engage: Fostering Connections
Building strong relationships within our club and with external partners is essential to our success. We will focus on community outreach: Increasing our visibility and presence through events, public forums, and service projects that bring people together and foster a sense of unity.
Join: Growing Our Membership
Our strength lies in our members, and fostering a vibrant and engaged membership is crucial. We will work on:
- Membership Growth: Actively recruiting new members who share our passion for service and community.
- Member Engagement: Creating more opportunities for members to get involved in club activities, projects, and leadership roles.
- Retention and Development: Ensuring that our members feel valued and have opportunities for personal and professional development.
Reach: Expanding Our Influence
We aim to deepen our engagement with the global Rotary community, as well as with local partners, to expand our reach and amplify our impact. We will create focus on global collaboration: Strengthen relationships with Rotary and Rotary clubs worldwide to share best practices, resources, and support for international projects.
As we embark on this journey together, I invite each of you to bring your unique talents, ideas, and energy to our collective efforts. It is through our shared commitment and collaboration that we can create meaningful change and leave a lasting impact on our community and beyond.
I am excited about the possibilities that lie ahead and look forward to working with all of you to achieve our goals. Together, we can make this Rotary year one of our most successful and impactful yet.
Thank you for your dedication and service. And as you know, in all we do it is just a matter on how big we want to dream and how far we are willing to go.
With Magical Rotarian Regards,
Caroline Ostara Teugels
President 2024-2025, Rotary E-Club Belgium 1 Passport