Rotaract at iLEAD

Rotaract at iLEAD

Rotarians or members of Rotary International, a worldwide charitable society of business and professional people unites leaders from all continents, cultures, and occupations to exchange ideas and take action in communities around the world. It brings together a global network of 1.2 million members from more than 200 countries who dedicate their time and talent to tackle the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. iLEAD arranged an one-hour discussion session with fellow Rotarians for its students. For starters, Rotaracts are groups that the Rotary Clubs organize to promote leadership, service among youngsters and overall professional development. At present, there are more than 8000 Rotaract clubs in 167 countries. The real reason for arranging this talk session was the desire of the Rotary Club of Calcutta Samaritans for adopting a Rotaract Club under Rotary International District 3291 at iLEAD to be its partner in service. Besides, students would get a great opportunity to interact with experts and learn how to enhance their career as they contribute whole-heartedly towards community and social development.

Among the dignitaries present were Rotarian AmitavaMookherjee, past district Governor International District 3291, Sayan Gupta, President of Rotaract Club of MSIT, Rotarian Vaijayanti Bose, ex-President of Rotary Club of Calcutta Samaritans and Zonal Secretary 17-18 of Rotary International District 3291 and Rotarian Sanjiv Gandhi, District Rotaract Chair who was himself a Rotarian for many years.

The discussion began as Mr. Sanjiv Gandhi provided an intro about how the movement began in its initial days. Being associated with the Youth Movement, he stressed on how the students can benefit by joining a Rotaract Club. The partnership with organizations, scholarships, youth exchange and leadership programs, project grants and most importantly the motto of ‘service above self’ are reason why youngsters these days have understood the importance of being a  Rotary member.

Soon after, Sayan Gupta beautifully explained how he benefitted from his school days by being a Rotarian. He gave a presentation to iLEADERS and discussed at length about the Rotary Structure (Interact for 13-18 years, Rotaract for 18-30 years and Rotary after 30), alongside other vital projects and four important avenues, which included community service, club service, professional development and international service. He stood as a fine example that began early in life and went on to become the President by sheer hard work and dedication.

The discussion came to an end after the ‘storehouse of knowledge’; Mr. AmitavaMookherjee inspired students about how being a Rotarian can bring about terrific transformation in them. One has to learn the intricacies of joining this movement and the benefits will speak naturally.

The session was truly enlightening and quite a number of iLEAD students were interested in joining the Club. Needless to say, organizing the event was truly a success.