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In support to economic community development and international service, graduates of the Northwestern Training Institute TESDA Electrical Installation and Maintenance (EIM) NC II mobile course celebrated their graduation on September 2, 2026 at Tambuan Barangay Hall, Tambuan, Malinao, Aklan. ​Through an international sister club collaboration with the Rotary Club of Jefferson (D6250) Wisconsin, USA, 25 complete toolkits were distributed to the deserving graduates to help kic

On September 1, 2026, the Rotary Club of Metro Kalibo (D3850) has officially submitted Resolution No. 2026-001, requesting that the LGU of Kalibo allocate a dedicated space for Project WALK’s Assessment, Fitting, and Rehabilitation Center. The proposed center would support Project WALK’s continuing provision of free prosthetic limbs, assistive devices, and long-term care for persons with disabilities in a safe, permanent, and accessible facility. The request was presented dur

Rotary’s goal is to grow membership to 1.25 million members by 2030. Why does that matter? BY TOM GUMP RI Director Thomas Anthony "Tom" Gump was 2025-26 chair of Rotary’s Membership Growth Committee. In October 2023, the Rotary International Board of Directors did something it had never done before. It set a numerical membership goal. It’s a bold vision: to grow Rotary to 1.25 million members by 1 July 2030, in celebration of the organization’s 125th anniversary. At first gl

Rotary parents put a tech expert on the path to leadership By Brad Webber As a child, Yassine Harzallah regularly accompanied his parents on service activities: His father was a two-time president of the Rotary Club of Monastir; his mother was a president of the associated Inner Wheel club. "I often say that I have been a Rotarian since the age of 1," he says. Harzallah, now 32, followed their example. He assembled 15 high school students to start an Interact club, served as

FIGHTING DISEASE: Rediscovering a weapon against the deadliest infectious disease, TB advocates look to better nutrition by Ruby Prosser Scully At a clinic in the city of Coimbatore in southern India on a recent afternoon, a 29-year-old man with tuberculosis comes in for his medication and receives something extra: a small white tub of powder. It’s a nutritional protein supplement, one that’s vitally important, as malnutrition is closely linked to the lung disease. The man i

As told to Jill Johnson My father is a comic book aficionado. He named me after his favorite character, Superman’s biological father. I was born and raised in the Philippines. When I was young, my father moved to the United States. The rest of the family joined him in Chicago when I was 17. I did not expect any language barriers at my new American high school because I spoke English well. But I quickly discovered that American English, with its slang, idioms, and p

We are proud Rotarians, we are proud Rotary Club of Baguio Highlands, united by Service Above Self and committed to creating a lasting impact. Together, we serve with purpose, inspire hope, and make a difference—one community, one life, and one meaningful act of service at a time. Proud to be Rotarians. Proud to serve. Proud to create lasting impact. Is this a Rotary takeover? YES. YES, IT IS.

The Service Project Committee collaboration meeting at Casino Español brought together dedicated leaders of the Rotary Club of Cebu Port Centre to turn ideas into meaningful action. Present were Club President Segismundo “Jun” Exaltacion, Jr., DGN Jensen Racho, PAG Nestor Toledo, Assistant Secretary Robert Barquilla, and Director Bobby Adan. The team discussed and moved forward on the approved project for Banawa Elementary School, while also reviewing other exciting projects

​The Rotary Club of Forbes Park (D3830) and the Rotary Club of Metro Kalibo (D3850) proudly announces the official launch of The Walk Coffee Table Book, a moving visual tribute celebrating 18 years of restoring mobility, dignity, and hope to prosthetic recipients across the Philippines. ​Carrying the inspiring theme "One Limb. One Step. One Story at a Time," the publication goes beyond pages and print to showcase human resilience, courage, and the triumph of moving forward de

The Rotary Club of Baguio Highlands (RCBH) attended the 35th Induction and Turnover Ceremony of the Rotary Club of La Trinidad August 27, 2026, at FILS Hall, Venus Parkview Hotel, Baguio City. celebrating a club known for its strong commitment to service and fellowship. Though composed of a smaller number of members, RC La Trinidad proves that strength in Rotary is not measured by numbers, but by the quality, dedication, and heart of its members. The event brought together Ro

The Rotary Club of Baguio Highlands (RCBH) proudly joined fellow Rotarians and guests in celebrating the 89th Anniversary and Induction Ceremony of the Rotary Club of Baguio, the Mother Club of the Cordillera Rotary community. The gathering highlighted the club’s remarkable legacy of fellowship, leadership, and unwavering commitment to Service Above Self, while bringing together Rotarians in a spirit of camaraderie and shared dedication to service. RCBH extends its warmest co

The Rotary Club of Baguio Highlands (RCBH) joined the 31st Induction Ceremony of the Rotary Club of Baguio Downtown Session, celebrating a new chapter of leadership, fellowship, and service. The occasion brought together Rotary leaders and members united by a shared commitment to the Rotary ideals of Service Above Self and strengthening communities through meaningful and sustainable service. RCBH expressed its warm congratulations and support to the newly inducted officers an