About Rotaract

ROTARACT CLUB OF COLOMBO MID CITY

Over 35 000 clubs, more than 1.2 million members, Rotaract has built a giant network of ambitious people around the globe. Rotaract aims to see the world as one big family and constantly takes action to bring about that transformation- within and beyond the geographic boundaries. Embracing the Rotarian philosophy 'Service above self', our members have been able to move mountains with their knowledge, passion, and commitment. We as proud partners of Rotaract, constantly thrive for a better world- a better tomorrow.

WHAT DO WE DO?

1. We Promote Peace

We are fascinated by the diversity among the people around the world. We love to learn about all cultures, ethnicity, and religions across the globe and we appreciate each of them. As Rotaractors, we work as a connecting tissue among different communities. Our work includes training adults and the young to prevent and mediate conflicts that can lead to wars and helping refugees who have fled out of their homelands for safety.

2. We fight disease

There are 400 million people in the world who can't afford or don't have access to proper health care. We believe good health is everyone's right. Hence, treating and preventing diseases is equally important. We as Rotaractors, reach the undeserved communities by setting up temporary clinics, blood donation centers, and building infrastructure. Our members combat diseases like malaria, HIV/AIDS, Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis, diabetes, and polio. Prevention of such diseases is equally important. Hence, we educate and equip societies, especially by uplifting their health education.

3. We providing clean water, sanitation, and hygiene

How do we survive without water? Unluckily, many people out there do not have access to clean drinking water. Lack of clean water results in many waterborne diseases and that deteriorates health. Through water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) programs, we do not simply build wells and vanish. We mobilize resources, form partnerships, and invest in infrastructure and training that yield long-term change.

4. We save mothers and children

An estimated 5.9 million children under the age of five die each year because of malnutrition, inadequate health care, and poor sanitation. All these factors are preventable. That is the reason why Rotary's people conduct programs to make mothers aware of how to prevent mother-to-infant HIV transmission, how to breastfeed, and how to protect themselves and their children from disease. We also provide education, immunizations, birth kits, and mobile health clinics.

5. We support education

17% of the world population is illiterate. Our goal is to strengthen the capacity of communities to support basic education and literacy, reduce gender disparity in education, and increase adult literacy.

6. We support Local Economics

When the world is developing at a fast rate, people are surviving in less than $ 1.90 a day. Sustainable solutions have to be brought up to eliminate poverty. As an effort towards zero poverty, our foundation work supports local entrepreneurs and growing leaders. We provide them with training and access to well-paying jobs and financial management institutions.

We are community-builders,

We are problem-solvers,

We are people of action,

We make a difference here in the homeland and around the world. You can find us anywhere.

So what are you waiting for? Be a part of our journey!

Viva La Rotaract!