BRIEF HISTORY OF THE ROTARACT CLUB
Rotaract originally began as a Rotary International youth program in March 13,1968. Rotaract,
Rotary International’s service club program for young adults ages 18-30, was officially
inaugurated during January 1968 under RI President Luther Hodges. On 13 March 1968, the
Rotaract Club of the University of North Carolina, sponsored by the Rotary Club of North
Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, was the first Rotaract club to receive its official charter.
Rotaract focuses on the development of young adults as leaders in their communities and
workplaces. Clubs around the world also take part in international service projects, in a global
effort to bring peace and international understanding to the world.
“Rotaract” stands for “Rotary in Action”, although the name originally comes from a combination
of “Rotary” and “Interact” which stands for “International + Action”, the high school level program
created by Rotary International in 1962.
To be eligible for membership, prospective members must be 18 years of age and over, show
that they are committed to Rotaract, and show that they are of good standing in the community.
After being approved by the club, prospective members are ‘inducted’ to become members, also
known as ‘Rotaractors’. Rotaract Club undertake various projects for the overall development of
their members.
We have three(3) types of Rotaract clubs. Institution based( University based,College of
Education based, Polytechnic based, Institute based) Community based and Satellite/E-clubs