October is Rotary’s Community Economic Development Month, celebrating efforts to build sustainable and thriving communities through leadership and empowerment. Rotary’s approach emphasizes helping people guide their own progress rather than providing charity.
A recent example in southern India illustrates this principle: Rotary clubs from India and Canada partnered to train 80 Adivasi women in sewing, restoring their dignity and financial independence. This initiative reflects Rotary’s belief that true leadership comes from within communities—through collaboration, skill-building, and local ownership. By nurturing local leaders, Rotary helps create lasting economic opportunities that strengthen entire societies.
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