Rotary International

Rotary is a global network of more than 1.4 million members who come together to create positive change in their communities and around the world. Rotary clubs are independent organisations connected through Rotary International, sharing a common commitment to service, leadership and community engagement.

Rotary clubs focus on practical action, supporting initiatives that improve lives locally while also contributing to wider humanitarian efforts across the globe.

A Global Network

Rotary operates in more than 200 countries and regions, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds who want to make a difference. Through collaboration between clubs, districts and international partners, Rotary members work on projects that address community needs both locally and globally.

A young man wearing a Rotary shirt and glasses is handing a loaf of bread to a senior.
Icons of Rotary's Areas of Focus: Peacebuilding and Confluct Prevention, Disease Prevention and Treatment, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Maternal and Child Health, Basic Education and Literacy, Community Economic Development, Environment

Rotary’s Areas of Focus

Rotary International directs its global service efforts through seven key Areas of Focus, helping clubs and partners work together on issues that have a lasting impact.

These areas include:

• Peacebuilding and conflict prevention
• Disease prevention and treatment
(PolioPlus & Other initiatives)
• Water, sanitation and hygiene

• Maternal and child health
• Basic education and literacy
• Community economic development
• Supporting the environment

Together, these focus areas guide Rotary projects around the world and help ensure efforts create meaningful and sustainable change.

Interested in being part of Rotary locally?

If you would like to learn more about Rotary Club of Capricorn Coast, or attend a meeting in Yeppoon, we welcome you to get in touch.