International Connections, Twin Clubs, Friendship Exchange and Intercountry Committee
A Rotary Information item, sourced from Rotary.org, on ways clubs can connect with Rotarians around the world.
International connections
You can expand your club connections to the world by developing a twin club relationship, organizing a Friendship Exchange, joining a Rotary Action Group or Rotary Fellowship, or hosting an Open World visit. With more than 35,000 Rotary clubs worldwide, you have a friend in Rotary wherever you go.
Friendship Exchange
Explore new cultures and discover diverse perspectives by participating in a Friendship Exchange, a self-funded international exchange opportunity for Rotary members and their families. Taking part in an exchange is a wonderful way to make new friends and establish international service partnerships.
Intercountry committee
An intercountry committee offers you the chance to work with Rotary clubs or districts in two or more countries. You might work with a committee to carry out international service projects, to sponsor a new Rotary club, or to develop a twin club relationship.
Twin clubs
Twin clubs, or sister clubs, are two clubs from different countries that form a long-term relationship to promote international understanding and goodwill and carry out service projects in their communities. When looking for a partner, consider clubs that:
Share similar interests, challenges, or history
You’ve worked with in the past
Are located in a place that matches your club’s service interests
Speak a common language
Browse projects seeking resources and consider partnering on a service project as a first step toward establishing a twin club relationship. Recognize your relationship with a Twin Club Certificate of Recognition for Rotary Clubs and Rotaract Clubs.
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