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More than 30,000 Rotarians, friends of Rotary, and their guests are gathering for the organization’s annual convention in Bangkok, Thailand, 6-9 May, in the Land of A Thousand Smiles. The convention allows participants to network, share project information, and enjoy fellowship with Rotarians from all over the world.


Videos

See the latest videos of Rotarians enjoying the 2012 Convention.

Photos

See a gallery of photos from the 2012 Convention, updated daily.

News Stories

Rotarians leave Bangkok encouraged to fight poverty and finish the job of eradicating polio
President-elect Tanaka outlines his goals, Burton elected 2013-14 RI president.

Rotarians celebrate milestones in the fight to rid the world of polio
Fundraising efforts must continue to reach the final goal of total eradication, speakers urge.

Speakers urge Rotarians to fight global poverty
Yunus, Evans, Sorensen, and Kidjo highlight Rotary’s power to do good.

Thai royalty opens 2012 RI Convention in Bangkok
Rotarians gather to celebrate past accomplishments and future friendships.

Liberian Nobel Peace Prize laureate says collective strength needed to face global challenges
Leymah Gbowee motivates, inspires, at closing session of peace symposium.

Rotaractors in Nepal create radio program to disseminate health care information
Initiative is one of seven club projects recognized at Rotaract Preconvention Meeting.

Former Sudanese soldier pumps up the volume as Peace Symposium opens
Emmanuel Jal, a peace advocate and hip-hop star, delivers keynote address in Bangkok, Thailand.

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