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Worldwide there are 1.2 million Rotary members. This number is static but NZ has fallen by 15%, consistent with the western world. Some reasons for this decrease in NZ are :
1. More established clubs are more set in their ways.
2. Not seen as relevant to younger generations.
3. Only 21% of members are female
4. 72% are over the age of 60
5. 40% leakage within 5years of induction
6. Few “new clubs” are being charted
7. 80% of clubs have evening meetings
So what can we do about these negative statistics?
Tips -
Make it fun
Make it meaningful
Recognise achievements.
Show members that their contribution makes a difference.
Celebrate that we are part of a global organisation.
Publicise Rotary achievements.
At changeover recap achievements and celebrate achievers.
Issue long service awards—eg years of membership.
Thank Volunteers
Have Exit interviews by an impartial person.
New members - give them induction, support, recognition.
We are the future of Rotary in Aotearoa so let us be mindful of Rotary’s Strategic Plan:
FELLOWSHIP, INTEGRITY, DIVERSITY, SERVICE & LEADERSHIP.