Shrewsbury Rotary Club urged to put environment at heart of recruitment
A Rotary district governor says a greater focus on environmental projects could help attract younger members and businesses to the organisation
A Shropshire Rotary club has been encouraged to raise its profile on environmental issues as a way of attracting new members.
Don Lovejoy, District Governor for a Midlands region which includes Shropshire, told Shrewsbury Severn Rotary Club that taking a stronger role in environmental projects could appeal to younger people and corporate members.
He urged members to look at ways of reducing plastic use, monitoring water quality and recycling high-tech equipment.
He said: “The more we concentrate on the environment is the way we will recruit members. For example, younger people and corporate members if we can raise our profile on environmental issues.”
Mr Lovejoy also suggested the club appoint an environmental officer, with president Johnathan Callwood saying the proposal would be given serious consideration.
During his address, Mr Lovejoy also discussed plans to increase Rotary membership, including the development of new clubs. He indicated that a new club was being planned a few miles south east of Shrewsbury.
He also highlighted Rotary's international work, including its contribution to efforts to eradicate polio.
He said Afghanistan and Pakistan were the only two countries where polio remained, adding that the disease needed to be eradicated there to secure a lasting impact.
Mr Lovejoy also spoke about Rotary's work towards tackling malaria.
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