 | Every day, Rotarians around the world give their time and effort to serve others, often without recognition. But Rotary International offers opportunities for individuals and clubs to be recognized.
The Vocational Service Leadership Award honors Rotarians who have made a significant impact in advancing vocational service and who do not hold district or international leadership positions. A detailed explanation of the award criteria can be found in the nomination form, available for download here. The deadline for nominations, made by district governors, is 1 November.
Are you looking for details on how to earn the Presidential Citation for your club? Check out the citation user guide and a video guide developed by Rotarians in western United States.
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|  How does your club use social media to raise awareness and interest in your club? The Rotary Club of Summerville Evening, in South Carolina, USA, found that Facebook ads are a cost-effective tool for attracting new members, offering wider exposure than print ads the club had used in the past.
The Rotary Club of Ashburn, Virginia, uses MeetUp to promote lunch meetings, professional development sessions, monthly networking events, and service projects. The club has inducted four new members as a result, and continues to use the site as an attraction and engagement tool.
Of course, not all social media channels are created equal, so focus on the ones that reach your audience most effectively. By mixing entertaining content with useful information, you’re more likely to engage both potential and current members and to inspire them to become involved. Keep content diverse and interesting by asking members who are active on social media to contribute to articles and posts. Using social media allows you to expand your event’s reach and get your club noticed.
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