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Rotaract originally began as a Rotary International youth program in 1968 at (Charlotte North Rotary Club ) in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, and has grown into a major Rotary-sponsored organization of over 9,539 clubs spread around the world and 219,397 members.〔(''The Official Rotaract Website'' ), Accessed May 6, 2008].〕〔("Rotary At A Glance" ), Accessed May 16, 2012].〕 It is a service, leadership and community service organization for young men and women between the ages 18–30.〔('' Rotaract Council tackles age limit, dues '' ), Accessed May 23, 2011].〕 Rotaract focuses on the development of young adults as leaders in their communities and workplaces. Clubs around the world also take part in international service projects, in a global effort to bring peace and international understanding to the world.〔('' Rotaract Club of UOW - About Rotaract ), '' Accessed May 6, 2008].〕 "Rotaract" stands for "Rotary in Action",〔('' Rotaract Club of South Perth '' ), Accessed May 6, 2008].〕 although the name originally comes from a combination of "Rotary" and "Interact" (International + Action), the high school level program created by Rotary International in 1962.〔("Interact Handbook" )〕 Most Rotaract activities take place at the club level. Rotaract clubs hold formal meetings, usually every two weeks, which feature speakers, special outings, social activities, discussions or visits to other clubs. Club members get together on designated days for service project work, social events, or professional/leadership development workshops.〔('' Sydney City Rotaract Club '' ), Accessed May 6, 2008].〕〔('' Rotaract Club Constanta Romania '' ), Accessed February 5, 2008].〕 The purpose of Rotaract is to provide an opportunity for young men and women to enhance the knowledge and skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the physical and social needs of their communities, and to promote better relations between all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service.〔('' Darwin Rotaract Club '' ), Accessed May 6, 2008].〕〔(Rotaract Club of Nicosia )〕 To be eligible for membership, prospective members must be 18–30 years of age, show that they are committed to Rotaract, and show that they are of good standing in the community. After being approved by the club, prospective members are 'inducted' to become members, also known as 'Rotaractors'. Clubs generally charge a small annual membership fee to cover costs. San Diego State Rotaract and Rotaract Club Of Heritage Institute Of Technology, Kolkata and Rotaract Club Chandigarh Himalayan are the only known Rotaract Clubs to conduct an interview process and the first one only allows in the top 50 leaders on campus who have a passion for "Service Above Self."〔(Rotaract District 9750 ), '' Training Manual for Rotaract Clubs of District 9750, '' Accessed May 6, 2008].〕 ==Programs== Rotaract conducts many programs, which are activities with a charitable purpose. The dual roles of Rotaract is for young adults (18 to 30 years of age) and college and university students to "give something back."〔Staff, ''Have fun and give something back'', Parkes (Australia) Champion-Post, 6 February 2008, found at (Parkes Champion-Post article ). Accessed February 26, 2008].〕 Many of these programs are fundraisers held jointly with Rotary International for other charities - for example in Ventura County, California for a YMCA and Boys' and Girls' club.〔Staff, ''Rotary Club will hold Mexican dinner'', Ventura County Star, February 18, 2008, found at (Ventura County Star article of February 18, 2008 ); David M. Smith, ''Camarillo Rotary Club to host "Viva La Comida" event'', February 15, 2008, found at (Ventura County Star article of February 15, 2008. Both accessed February 26, 2008 ).〕 Around the world, many Rotaract clubs are also involved with providing direct community service projects, for example, the Launchpad for youth from a group home in Valletta, Malta, which allows the boys to become independent,〔Claudia Calleja, ''Youngsters embark on a launch pad for life'', The Malta Times, 27th January 2008, found at (Times of Malta article on ''Launchpad'' ). Accessed February 26, 2008.〕 Habitat for Humanity in California,〔Shannon Urtowski, ''A professor to 'count' on'', The Graphic, (Pepperdine University college newspaper), February 26, 2008 found at (Pepperdine Graphic article ). Accessed February 26, 2008.〕 reaching out to help poor young children for "Children's Empowerment Week" in Birmingham, Alabama,〔Lisa Osborne, ''Young professionals spend week reaching out to kids: Lessons focus on unity, opportunity'', The Birmingham News, September 16, 2007, found at (Birmingham News article ); Broadcast television story, ''FOX6 at your school'', 18 Sep. 2007, found at (Fox Broadcast ). Both accessed February 26, 2008.〕 and America's Second Harvest in Kansas,〔'', In Ghana, they go on NID's, (National immunization Day) campaigns to immunise children from the six killer diseases, Community Service Group For Young Adults in Tri-Cities Looking For New Members'', February 13, 2008, found at (KNDO news story ). Accessed February 26, 2008.〕 amongst many other good works. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Rotaract」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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