Having interesting and diverse speakers is important for Rotary clubs. A vibrant and diverse program not only retains members, it can also attract potential members and introduce new opportunities and learning experiences.
Sourcing speakers for weekly meetings, however, can be a challenging task.
The Rotary District 9800 Speakers Bank is a very useful resource that assists clubs in sourcing interesting and diverse speakers to enhance their weekly meetings.
How many speakers?
Currently there are over 100 speakers listed in the Bank. Some of the speaker categories include: business, community, communication, education, environment, health, international, lifestyle and Rotary.
Who are some of the speakers?
Just some of our speakers and topics include: the head of the Herald Sun’s investigative unit; a former Commissioner of Australian Federal Police; a Mechatronics Engineer & Oceanographer; speakers from Zoo Victoria’s International Conservation Partnerships; authors (e.g. The Cold War Games, the Murray-Darling Pastoral River Trade); the documentary maker of ‘Gallipoli From Above’; speakers on the dramas of early television, mental health, the history of Melbourne’s early airports, prejudice, racism and bullying, and, of course, speakers from different Rotary areas, including the latest: ‘Vietnam and Cross Cultural Management For Rotary Clubs Going International’.
There are also invitations to visit the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute and the Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute
Where can you find the District 9800 Speaker Bank?
You will find the Speaker Bank under the ‘District’ tab on the District 9800 website.
Communication
A regular email update is sent to program directors that informs of any new additions or changes to the Speaker Bank.
You also have the opportunity of adding to the ‘Bank’. Good speakers are welcome. Just send an email to Jill Weeks, with the name and contact details of the speaker.