Rotary Worldwide
Globally, Rotary International boasts a membership of over 1.4 million neighbours, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers across more than 46,000 clubs in nearly every country in the world. This vast network of professionals and community leaders collaborates on projects that promote peace, fight disease, provide clean water and sanitation, support education, and grow local economies.
One of Rotary’s most notable achievements is its role in the near eradication of polio worldwide. Through the PolioPlus program, launched in 1985, Rotary has contributed over $2.1 billion and countless volunteer hours to immunize more than 2.5 billion children in 122 countries. This monumental effort has brought the world closer than ever to eradicating polio.
Rotary’s global initiatives also include promoting peace through the Rotary Peace Centers program, which offers fellowships for individuals to pursue studies in peace and conflict resolution. Additionally, Rotary’s commitment to supporting education is evident through scholarships, literacy programs, and the establishment of schools and educational resources in underserved communities.
In summary, Rotary International’s extensive network in Thailand, Asia, and worldwide exemplifies a steadfast commitment to humanitarian service, fostering goodwill, and creating lasting change in communities across the globe.
This extensive presence enables Rotary to address diverse humanitarian challenges and foster international understanding.
Rotary’s reach spans all inhabited continents, with clubs established in countries such as:
Africa: Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Egypt, and others.
Asia: India, Japan, Thailand, Philippines, and more.
Europe: United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, among others.
North America: United States, Canada, Mexico.
South America: Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and others.
Oceania: Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea.
This widespread distribution allows Rotary to implement localized projects that address specific community needs while contributing to global initiatives such as disease eradication, education, and peacebuilding. The organization’s structure facilitates collaboration among clubs across different regions, promoting a unified approach to tackling global challenges.
“Whatever Rotary may mean to us, to the world
it will be known by the results it achieves.”