<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Rotary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Connecting Communities, Inspiring Action for a Brighter Tomorrow]]></description><link>https://www.rotaryaddis.org/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:37:19 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.rotaryaddis.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Rotary Club Addis Ababa (RCAA) Hosts Book Handing Over Ceremony to Boost Literacy in Metu St Gabriel School*  ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rotary Club Addis Ababa (RCAA), in partnership with the Rotary Club of Seattle, USA, celebrated a significant milestone in its Metu St Gabriel School Restoration Project with a Book Handing Over Ceremony  held at The Hub Hotel on Friday, February 21, 2025 . The event underscored RCAA’s commitment to enhancing educational infrastructure and fostering literacy through the creation of a dedicated reading room at the school.   Key Attendees and Donations    The ceremony was graced by...]]></description><link>https://www.rotaryaddis.org/post/rotary-club-addis-ababa-rcaa-hosts-book-handing-over-ceremony-to-boost-literacy-in-metu-st-gabriel</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a096d83a2716aeb2152905</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:57:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ec0a1b_09f2b07d5f79488991bb951c84552129~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_721,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kidus Markos</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are the main causes or are of focus for rotary's service work?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rotary focuses on key areas where volunteers can make a real and lasting difference in communities around the world. These include promoting peace , where we help build understanding, support mediation and empower young leaders to prevent conflict and foster harmony across cultures; fighting disease , by educating and equipping communities to stop deadly illnesses such as polio, HIV/AIDS and malaria and by improving access to affordable health care in developing regions; providing clean...]]></description><link>https://www.rotaryaddis.org/post/what-are-the-main-causes-or-are-of-focus-for-rotary-s-service-work</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699f184fa31ce47d598b8f05</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:43:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ec0a1b_0f08e4a72b7648cc8fe3ac118adcfeaa~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_608,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kidus Markos</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is rotary and what does it stand for?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rotary International is a global network of more than 1.2 million neighbours, friends, leaders, and problem‑solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities. Founded in 1905 by Paul Harris and three business‑profession friends in Chicago, the organisation began with fellowship and mutual support and  soon evolved into a major humanitarian service club. At its core, Rotary believes in three key pillars: service  —...]]></description><link>https://www.rotaryaddis.org/post/what-is-rotary-and-what-does-it-stand-for</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699db76591604ab56c31b0f9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:38:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ec0a1b_e2b26d0955534c0aa5bb30b0d2f7e84f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kidus Markos</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rotary International President Comes to Ethiopia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Strengthening Partnerships in Health, Peace, and Community Service Earlier this year, Ethiopia had the honour of welcoming Francesco Arezzo, the President of Rotary International , during an important visit that highlighted the deep partnership between Rotary and the Ethiopian government and community. President Arezzo, who leads Rotary International for the 2025–26 term, was welcomed by His Excellency President Taye Atske Selassie  at the National Palace in Addis Ababa. Their discussions...]]></description><link>https://www.rotaryaddis.org/post/rotary-international-president-comes-to-ethiopia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698708ba40d7c5baf3ab43ae</guid><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:42:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ec0a1b_d27accdb91e943f5bb1f6d58a5cde947~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_911,h_584,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kidus Markos</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How can you be part of Rotary international(Ethiopia)?]]></title><description><![CDATA[ How You Can Join the Rotary Club Becoming part of Rotary is more than joining a club — it’s joining a movement of people who believe in creating positive change  in the world. Rotary is built on a simple yet powerful idea: that when people with passion and purpose come together, they can solve even the biggest challenges. Whether you want to support local communities, promote peace, or take part in international service projects, Rotary gives you the platform to make your impact count. ...]]></description><link>https://www.rotaryaddis.org/post/how-can-you-be-part-of-rotary-international-ethiopia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69006e9c2599e55de98ffe8c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 07:23:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ec0a1b_72a13401e9d84ba48bd4353f57198691~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kidus Markos</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is rotary and what do we do?]]></title><description><![CDATA[:  Rotary: Where Service Meets Purpose Imagine a world where strangers come together, not for profit, not for fame — but to make life better for others. That’s exactly how Rotary International  began back in 1905 , when a young Chicago lawyer named Paul Harris  gathered three of his friends to create something extraordinary. They wanted a space where professionals could share ideas, build friendships, and give back to their communities. They met in rotation between their offices — and that...]]></description><link>https://www.rotaryaddis.org/post/what-is-rotary-and-what-do-we-do</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690060ed064dd83bede7fd4c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 06:27:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ec0a1b_9c8de59f7f104dcebb8d7e4233418601~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kidus Markos</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>