Most requested RI publications
Rotary International offers a wide variety of publications to help and to inform Rotarians and others interested in Rotary programs or becoming part of the family of Rotary.
Following are some of Rotary’s most requested publications:
A Guide for Exchange Students
This booklet offers suggestions for exchange students and their parents.
Available languages: EN, ES, FR, JA, PT
Publication number: 752
Published: 2004
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Rotary Basics
This colorful eight-page guide to Rotary history, fundamental principles, programs, achievements, and membership benefits and responsibilities. It’s a companion to the New Member Orientation (414-EN).
Available languages: DE, EN, ES, FR, IT, JA, KO, PT, SV
Publication number: 595
Published: 2007
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Manual of Procedure
Includes policies and procedures established by legislative action, the RI Board of Directors, and the Trustees of The Rotary Foundation; issued every three years following the Council on Legislation. This edition reflects changes adopted by the 2007 Council. Also includes RI constitutional documents and other legal documents. One free copy automatically sent to each club.
Available languages: DE, EN, ES, FR, IT, JA, KO, PT, SV. (W)
Publication number: 035
CD version: 035 (EN only)
Published: 2007
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2007-08 Ambassadorial Scholar Handbook
This handbook prepares students for the scholarship
Available languages: DE, EN, ES, FR, IT, JA, KO, PT
Publication number: 133
Published: 2007
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2008 Convention Brochure
This brochure contains everything you need to know about the 2008 convention in Los Angeles
Available languages: EN
Published: 2007
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Club President's Manual
This manual is intended for use by club presidents holding offi ce in 2008-09, 2009-10, and 2010-11. The information contained in this publication is based on the Standard Rotary Club Constitution, the Recommended Rotary Club Bylaws, the Constitution of Rotary International, the Bylaws of Rotary International, and the Rotary Code of Policies.
Available languages: EN
Publication number: 222
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Short-term Youth Exchange
A promotional brochure that stands alone or may be inserted into Youth Exchange - Making a World of Difference (755-EN). Describes the short-term program for students.
Available languages: DE, EN, ES, FR, IT, JA, KO, PT, SV. (W)
Publication number: 756
Published: 2006
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New Member Orientation
A companion to Rotary Basics (595-EN), this is geared to Rotarians responsible for creating or updating their club’s new member education program. It includes guidelines for effective orientation as well as worksheets and resource listings.
Available languages: DE, EN, ES, FR, IT, JA, KO, PT, SV
Publication number: 414
Published: 2007
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Rotaract Handbook
Guide to organizing and developing a Rotaract club, and conducting service projects and professional development projects. Also describes district Rotaract structure and multidistrict activities. Contains administrative forms and constitutional documents.
Available languages: DE, EN, ES, FR, IT, JA, KO, PT, SV. (W)
Publication number: 562
Published: 2007
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RI Catalog 2007-08
A listing of RI publications, audio and video, forms, and supplies. Revised annually. (online version is updated frequently)
Available languages: DE, EN, ES, FR, IT, JA, KO, PT, SV
Publication number: 019
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Language Key
DE — German
EN — English
ES — Spanish
FR — French
IT — Italian
JA — Japanese
KO — Korean
PT — Portuguese
SV — Swedish