World Community Service Committee
The World Community Service Committee consists of members of the Rotary Club of Hamilton and occasionally non-Rotarians who are responsible for recommending, advising and managing international projects of the Rotary Club of Hamilton. Additionally, the Committee provides oversight and champions international humanitarian projects sponsored by the Rotary Club of Hamilton consistent with Rotary International five avenues of service.
Rotary & the Fight Against Polio:
Rotary is an international community that brings together leaders who step up to take on the world’s toughest challenges, locally and globally. The eradication of polio is one of our longest standing and most significant efforts. Along with our partners, we have helped immunize more than 2.5 billion children against polio in 122 countries. We have reduced polio cases by 99.9 percent worldwide and we won’t stop until we end the disease for good.
Since 1988, we’ve seen a worldwide reduction in polio cases of 99.9%. For more than two years, we’ve seen wild polio cases in only two countries, Afghanistan and Pakistan. The Rotary Club of Hamilton has been committed to supporting the campaign to End Polio. Visit the website www.endpolio.org for more information about the fight to eradicate Polio
World Polio Day – October 24th
The Rotary Club of Hamilton participates in awareness campaigns, fundraising, and advocacy to support Rotary’s Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI).
In previous years the Rotary Club of Hamilton has recognized World Polio Day in a number of ways:
- Hamilton Sign Illumination – The club arranged for the Hamilton Sign to be illuminated in red and yellow to raise awareness about polio eradication.
- Educational and Advocacy Efforts – The club shares updates on the progress of polio eradication through social media, newsletters, and Rotary @ Noon meetings.
- Fundraising Initiatives – Donations are encouraged to support polio vaccination campaigns, with contributions matched 2:1 by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Current International Projects of the Rotary Club of Hamilton
Liberian Learning Center
The Liberian Learning Center is a collaborative project led by Empowerment Squared in partnership with Rotary International, Rotary Club of Hamilton, Rotary Club of Monrovia, Paynesville City Corporation, mcCallumSather, and Hamilton Public Library, and Tri Buchanan Development Corp. The Center will be built in multiple phases on the site of Paynesville City Hall and will include Liberia’s first postwar comprehensive learning center and library, co-working and business incubation spaces, sports and recreation facilities, and event facilities.
The Rotary Club of Hamilton continues to play a key role in supporting the Liberian Learning Centre (LLC), a transformative project in Monrovia, Liberia. The centre is Liberia’s first public library and business incubation hub, designed to provide education, literacy resources, and economic empowerment to the local community.
The Rotary Club of Hamilton remains dedicated to this life-changing project, ensuring that the Liberian Learning Centre continues to inspire and uplift the community for generations to come.
Ukrainian Relief
The Rotary Club of Hamilton has actively supported relief efforts for the crisis in Ukraine, demonstrating Rotary’s commitment to humanitarian aid and global peace initiatives. Through fundraising, partnerships, and direct assistance, the club has contributed to supporting Ukrainian refugees, providing medical aid, and delivering essential supplies to those affected by the conflict.
The Rotary Club of Hamilton stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine, ensuring that Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self” is at the heart of humanitarian efforts.The Rotary Club of Hamilton remains committed to supporting Ukraine as long as humanitarian assistance is needed, ensuring that Rotary’s core values of peace, service, and global solidarity continue to make a meaningful impact.