Membership and New Club Development Month
Membership is a responsibility that every member shares. Orientation of new members is a club responsibility. Does your club have a new member orientation program?
DEVELOP A NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION PROGRAM
There is no formula for an effective Rotary orientation — clubs all over the world are finding creative ways to introduce new members to Rotary. The orientation programs that are successful are those that offer a meaningful learning experience, personal connections, inspiration, and fun.
In comparison to how we teach prospective members about Rotary, new member orientation is more in-depth but also slower-paced, so as not to overwhelm new members with too much information. Some clubs hold informational sessions and others have fun “start classes” in a less formal setting. The size of your club may inform the format you choose. Regardless of the setup, pacing the orientation allows new members to form relationships and get involved in ways that best fit their interests and needs.