Jennifer Jones is an inspiring Rotarian, one of only 10 women to reach the level of RI Director. While she was DG she attended every single new member induction in her District!
“That year 289 people were inducted and I went for all installations.” Jennifer says this was tough but “I wanted clubs to understand that bringing a new member was important. You should have respect. Some clubs, perhaps in other parts too, install a member and say, well, here’s your pin Bob, great!” And the meeting continues. What should happen is to tell the new member why Rotary is important and what difference their contribution can make to the society. “I wanted new members to feel the importance of becoming Rotarians.”
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