Recognitions

Recognition Programs

District Recognition Awards

Introduction

Each year Rotary District 9800 takes the opportunity to recognise and thank members and clubs for their hard work and dedication to a wide variety of projects, both locally and internationally.

This is a good time for District 9800 to thank you for all your dedication to changing lives for the better; and to congratulate Clubs on their commitment to serve others.

Purpose

The purpose of District Recognitions is to acknowledge and encourage excellence in a variety of key areas.

They are designed to give Clubs and their members pride in their achievements and to set the benchmark in what Clubs can do to make a difference within our community.

Categories of Awards

The District 2022-23 awards, are aligned to the ten Rotary People of Action categories in total. Project categories are:

  • Connect: Connecting to make things better.
  • Empower: Empowering those who have big dreams to achieve great things.
  • End Polio: Bringing the world closer to eradicating a deadly disease.
  • Fight Hunger: Fighting hunger to build stronger communities. 
  • Inspire: Inspiring the next generation.  
  • Learn: Learning together to explore what’s possible.
  • Mentor: Mentoring and inspiring generations of leaders. 
  • Promote Peace:  Promoting peace through understanding.
  • Save Lives: Working together to save lives.
  • Transform: Uniting problem solvers around the globe to do more good.  

One project will be selected in each category thereby making no more than 10 Awards being celebrated as being the ‘best of the best’. All nominated projects will receive recognition.

Clubs may continue to self-nominate but need to seek endorsement from their AG to ensure the project/event meets the criteria outlined.

Presentation Date

This year the awards and recognitions will be announced and presented at the District Changeover 24th June 2023

Deadline

Nominations are due in by 31st March 

Applications will be accepted for activities occurring during the 2022-23 Rotary year.

Think ahead and keep details and material related to your projects to minimise the time required when submitting the nomination form.

Further information on the 2023 District Recognition process:   https://portal.clubrunner.ca/50232/Documents/en-au/e671c6af-483f-45f5-aeea-241fee71c9f9/1/

District Recognition Award Categories

  1. Connect: Connecting to make things better. Rotary unites problem solvers around the globe behind one goal: to do more good.  Our members are driven to bring communities together to create lasting change. 
 
  1. Empower: Empowering those who have big dreams to achieve great things. Potential shines brightest when it’s inspired.  That’s why Rotary clubs invest time and expertise in encouraging others to be the best they can be. 
 
  1. End Polio: Bringing the world closer to eradicating a deadly disease. Rotary believes healthy communities are strong communities.  That’s one reason why we’ve worked tirelessly to help immunize 2.5 billion children against polio.
 
  1. Fight Hunger: Fighting hunger to build stronger communities. Hunger hides in every community.  That’s why Rotary clubs support programs to provide healthy food and develop sustainable solutions to food insecurity. 
 
  1. Inspire: Inspiring the next generation.  Rotary believes education is a right. Our more than one million members across the globe unite to educate and uplift students through scholarships and service.
 
  1. Learn: Learning together to explore what’s possible. Education fuels innovation and progress. That’s why Rotary members encourage lifelong learning: exchanging ideas and inspiring generations of problem solvers.
 
  1. Mentor: Mentoring and inspiring generations of leaders. Sharing knowledge and wisdom drives lasting change. That’s one of many reasons Rotary members dedicate their time to help others reach their potential.
 
  1. Promote Peace:  Promoting peace through understanding. Building a peaceful world begins in our own backyards. That’s why Rotary brings communities together to learn from our differences, gain new perspectives, and form stronger connections.
 
  1. Save Lives: Working together to save lives. Thriving communities start with healthy people. That’s why Rotary clubs organize health screenings, host blood drives, and connect neighbours to medical resources.
 
  1. Transform: Uniting problem solvers around the globe to do more good.  Like providing job training and supporting local entrepreneurs to help revitalise the places we call home.  Connecting to make communities stronger. Learn more at Rotary.org.

Strategic Values Guidelines

In each of these categories applications should demonstrate their alignment to District Strategic Goals and Objectives in the following ways:

  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Humanitarian Focus
  • Community Engagement
  • Public Image Focus

Questions?

If you have any questions or comments, please contact Rosemary Waghorne District 9800 Chair Club Service rosemary.waghorne@rotary9800.org 0402 925 924

The Application Form: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/50232/Documents/en-au/8af74099-141e-49ee-a361-fb61c4fc8aea/1/