The Object of Rotary
The object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and in particular to encourage and foster:--
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service.
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society.
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life.
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill and peace through a world fellowship of business and professionalpersons united in the ideal of service.
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BASED ON THE OBJECT OF ROTARY, THE FOUR AVENUES OF SERVICE ARE ROTARY'S FOUNDATION ON WHICH CLUB ACTIVITY IS BASED.
CLUB SERVICE focuses on strengthening fellowship and ensuring the effective functioning of the club.
VOCATIONAL SERVICE encourages Rotarians to serve others through their vocations and to practice high ethical standards.
COMMUNITY SERVICE covers the projects and activities the club undertakes to improve life in the community.
INTERNATIONAL SERVICE encompasses actions taken to expand Rotary's humanitarian reach around the globe and to promote world understanding and peace.