August 2025

Taipei 101

Our writer uncovers the many reasons Rotary members should travel to Taiwan’s capital for the 2026 Rotary International Convention

Leveling the playing field for women

She brought women’s soccer to Palestine. Now Honey Thaljieh is advancing equity in sports on a global pitch.

Neighbors are helping neighbors through time banks

Time banks benefit community members by operating on the premise that everyone has something to offer and that everyone’s time and skills are valued equally.

A Rotary Scholar’s book encourages children to live their dreams

Oregon’s Rotary Club of Beaverton helped Janet Chvatal realize her dream of a life in the arts. Now she’s back to repay the favor.

Rotaractors with intellectual disabilities learn life skills

The Rotaract Club of Little River Current Transitions, South Carolina, includes members with disabilities who learn life skills in the local Current Transitions program

Olayinka Hakeem Babalola selected to be 2026-27 Rotary International president

Olayinka Hakeem Babalola, a member of the Rotary Club of Trans Amadi, Nigeria, has been selected by the Board of Directors to become Rotary International’s president for 2026-27.

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