Want to learn more about Rotary and develop your leadership skills?Then Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) is for you. The future of Rotary and the service we give to our communities, locally and internationally, depends on strong club leadership. RLI increases your Rotary knowledge and leadership skills and improves the ability of members who are, or have the potential to be, in leadership positions in an environment that allows both fellowship and the opportunity to share experiences. The exchange of ideas with other experienced Rotarians alone makes the sessions worthwhile. All sessions are facilitated by experienced Discussion Leaders. RLI skills have applicability in our personal lives, volunteer service and our careers.
Most Rotarians have not been exposed to the great scope of Rotary around the world and have not considered what leadership skills are necessary to move their clubs forward.
Course sessions include as much discussion/participation as possible and include discussion groups, role-playing, problem solving workshops and creating projects.
RLI includes 18 sessions in total, divided into three Parts of six sessions each. RLI is offered virtually with each Part presented over three evenings which include two sessions of an hour each per night. Those completing each Part are eligible for the next Part.
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Part I covers My Leadership in Rotary, My Rotary World, Ethics and Vocational Service, Our Foundation, Engaging Members and Creating Service Projects.
Part II covers Rotary Opportunities, Effective Leadership Strategies, Attracting Members, Club Communication, Teambuilding and Our Foundation: Targeted Service.
Part III includes Strategic Planning for Success, Our Foundation: International Service, Public Image, Building a Stronger Club and Making a Difference.
Membership growth is dependent on the quality of Rotary clubs, as clubs with good leadership are more likely to involve their members in exciting service activities and programs and, consequently, retain their members and attract new ones.
One of the best ways to strengthen your Club is to give your members the tools and skills to be better Rotarians. Participants return to their club with enthusiasm, new contacts, fresh ideas, an increased understanding of their potential as Rotarians and valuable skills impacting their potential leadership in the club.
Who should attend? New members, active Rotarians, current club leaders and anyone with the potential to be a future club or district leader. You don't need to be a current club leader or even a long-time member to benefit from this program.
Our ask:
If you are interested in learning more about Rotary and developing your leadership skills, we’d love to have you join us. Part 1 will be starting in September and you can sign up on the District website.
If you have identified anyone in your Club who has leadership potential and could benefit from this program, please encourage them to sign up.
If you have previously participated in RLI but haven’t completed all three Parts, we encourage you to complete the remaining Parts. You can register on the District website.
If you are a graduate of RLI, please encourage someone else in your club to enroll.
If you need any additional information, please feel free to contact Paul Gibel, RLI Chair at pgibel57@gmail.com.