The RI Board agreed at its November meeting to phase out the World Community Service and Rotary Volunteers programs, effective 30 June 2011. This decision was made in light of the priorities of the revised RI Strategic Plan and the need for an overall shift in the way Rotary International administers its programs, moving to a “resource and support” model. The goal of the new model is to expand resources in a way that helps clubs connect and partner with greater ease, leading to an increase in the number and scope of significant international service projects.
RI staff will be developing and enhancing resources to foster connections for international service projects, fellowship visits, and international volunteer opportunities. This will include augmenting the current Rotary Friendship Exchange program. Developments will be shared on the RI website and with Rotarians appointed to serve in 2011-12 district leadership positions.
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