Rotary’s exemplary history of embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) beautifully aligns with our Four-Way Test, adopted by Rotary in 1943. Rotarians use this value system for their personal and professional relationships:

- Is it the TRUTH?
- Is it FAIR to all concerned?
- Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
- Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

Women continue to be major influencers in Rotary, serving their communities in increasing numbers and within key leadership positions. We value diversity and celebrate the contributions of amazing women such as Sylvia Whitlock (Rotary Club of Duarte). In 1987, she became the first Black female Rotary club president. In July 2022, Jennifer Jones will become the first female Rotary International President to lead a global network of 1.4 million Rotarians. These are two milestones that highlight Rotary’s commitment to unite people and create lasting change, regardless of age, ethnicity, color, sex or sexual orientation.

Watch a very special interview of these two female Rotary pioneers together at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZL9qtWniOM. Rotary has opened doors of opportunity and success for people throughout its 115-year history.