D5495 Rotarians: Let's gather in  Houston for RI Convention!

 
 
The 2022 Rotary International Convention 4-8 June in Houston, Texas, USA, is fast approaching, and so is the deadline for attendees to take advantage of the reduced registration rate.  After two years, this is an opportunity for us to meet new friends and reunite with old friends.

This will be a convention like none before, showcasing Rotary’s ability to bring people together, connect, share ideas, and strengthen our friendships as we Serve to Change Lives. We have overcome so many obstacles in the past two years, and this is our chance to show the world what Rotary does best. We look forward to welcoming you and your club members to Houston in 2022! 
 
The Rotary International Board met earlier this month and confirmed the 2022 Rotary International Convention will be held as an in-person event in Houston, Texas from June 4-8, 2022.

With a continuing commitment to the health and safety of all Rotary members, it was also agreed that all registrants must provide proof of their full vaccination status or proof of a negative rapid antigen test (professionally administered),and follow all established health and safety protocols.

Understanding that many people delayed registering for the Convention until there was clarity about the event and safety protocols, an additional promotional registration rate of $495 has been authorized through the end of February, and will apply retroactively to higher rates that may have been paid starting in December.

The Convention and Host Organizing committee is pulling out all stops to ensure that this event is a WOW! as this will be the first time our international Rotary family has been back together in more than 2 years. 

Houston is a go!

A few recent updates to share with you about our upcoming event in June. As always, you can visit convention.rotary.org and join the official 2022 Rotary Convention Facebook event page for the latest news.

Breakout Sessions
On Monday, 6 June through Wednesday, 8 June, you can choose from over 70 breakout sessions on a variety of topics. Preview topics being developed for Houston below:
  • Strengthen your club – Discover strategies that will keep your members engaged, encourage greater diversity in your membership, and inspire newcomers to join the Rotary family.
  • Connect and take action – Meet members who are tackling the world's biggest challenges and learn how you can help.
  • Rotary’s Action Plan – Be a part of the conversation about Rotary’s future and learn how your club can bring Rotary’s strategic plan to life.

More information will be posted as it becomes available on the breakout sessions webpage.

The Rotary Presidential Conference Houston: Serve to Bring Peace: Registration for the conference is now open – register HERE today!  This event will showcase how each of Rotary’s areas of focus contribute to a more peaceful world.  Once you’ve registered, share it on the event Facebook page!  We are now accepting breakout session proposals under a number of themes, such as Girls’ Empowerment and Gender Equality; Climate Change and the Challenges to Peacebuilding; Community Peacebuilding and Polarization in Our Communities; Peacebuilding in Disease Eradication and Pandemics and many more.  Submit your breakout session proposal HERE.  More information coming soon on keynote speakers, networking opportunities and more.  

The Draft Convention Program is now posted at https://convention.rotary.org/en/houston/program-highlights

There is a new Health & Safety page that provides guidance on the event safety protocols and requirements for attendance.https://convention.rotary.org/en/houston/health-and-safety-protocols