{"id":215,"date":"2025-06-30T09:44:27","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T09:44:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/?p=215"},"modified":"2025-06-30T09:46:16","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T09:46:16","slug":"rotary-volunteer-network-rvn-and-rotary-volunteer-award-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/?p=215","title":{"rendered":"Rotary Volunteer Network (RVN) and Rotary Volunteer Award 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover coblocks-animate\" style=\"border-radius:12px;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:0;min-height:171px;aspect-ratio:unset;\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1278\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-155 size-large\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crop-0-0-2560-1278-0-background-scaled-1.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crop-0-0-2560-1278-0-background-scaled-1.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crop-0-0-2560-1278-0-background-scaled-1-1200x599.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crop-0-0-2560-1278-0-background-scaled-1-768x383.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crop-0-0-2560-1278-0-background-scaled-1-1536x767.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/crop-0-0-2560-1278-0-background-scaled-1-2048x1022.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-custom-00408-f-background-color has-background-dim-80 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><h2 style=\"font-style:italic;font-weight:600\" class=\"has-text-align-center has-link-color wp-elements-22f5340eb25141fd81eae3edd6a318ac wp-block-post-title has-text-color has-base-2-color\">Rotary Volunteer Network (RVN) and Rotary Volunteer Award 2025<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\">PDG Andy Li<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Rotary platform for Rotary and Non- Rotary members to do good to the community on Rotary\u2019s 7 Areas of Focus IN SCALE!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Rotary Volunteer Network (RVN) established in November 2023, is a dynamic platform that unites Rotary members and non-members to serve communities through Rotary\u2019s seven areas of focus. With nearly 300 volunteers already registered, RVN aims to strengthen service projects, enhance their impact, and foster collaboration among individuals, organizations, and Rotary clubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"slideInBottom\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1489\" height=\"732\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image001-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image001-2.jpg 1489w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image001-2-1200x590.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image001-2-768x378.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1489px) 100vw, 1489px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-00408-f-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size coblocks-animate wp-elements-e88dc87a0d34797eb00b60f05d14153b\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><strong>Vision &amp; Mission<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">RVN\u2019s vision is to become a reputable volunteer team that actively assists those in need while building meaningful connections. Its mission includes:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enhancing service projects* to make them more effective and far-reaching.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting Rotary clubs* with additional volunteer manpower for large-scale initiatives.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encouraging volunteerism* and teamwork while creating strong networks among members.&nbsp; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partnering with governments, NGOs, corporations, and schools* to expand community impact.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ongoing Activities RVN engages in diverse initiatives, such as:&nbsp; Strive and Rise Programme&#8221;* (\u5171\u5275\u660eTEEN)\u2013 Over 100 mentors guide underprivileged youth in personal development.&nbsp; <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"slideInLeft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1016\" height=\"762\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image002-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image002-1.png 1016w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image002-1-768x576.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1016px) 100vw, 1016px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>15<sup>th<\/sup> National Games Volunteering* \u2013 More than 60 members assisted in the Games, including the Paralympics and Special Olympics.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"slideInRight\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1490\" height=\"1293\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image003-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-221\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image003-1.jpg 1490w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image003-1-1200x1041.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image003-1-768x666.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1490px) 100vw, 1490px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Elderly Home Cleaning Day*<\/strong> \u2013 Volunteers provide 40 seniors\u2019 home cleaning to improve their living environments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"923\" height=\"1278\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image004-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image004-1.jpg 923w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image004-1-867x1200.jpg 867w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image004-1-768x1063.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 923px) 100vw, 923px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-ed-710-e-color has-text-color has-link-color coblocks-animate wp-elements-a04138fa29610474eda72c6c6bdf54d7\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><strong>Fellowship &amp; Learning Events<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 Padel Tennis, Hiking, Seminars, and Networking gatherings strengthen camaraderie.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"slideInLeft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1314\" data-id=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image005-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image005-3.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image005-3-1200x770.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image005-3-768x493.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image005-3-1536x986.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"slideInLeft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1489\" height=\"1117\" data-id=\"227\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image006-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image006-1.jpg 1489w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image006-1-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image006-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1489px) 100vw, 1489px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"slideInRight\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1489\" height=\"1117\" data-id=\"226\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image007.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image007.jpg 1489w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image007-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image007-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1489px) 100vw, 1489px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"slideInRight\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1488\" height=\"884\" data-id=\"224\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image008.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image008.jpg 1488w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image008-1200x713.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image008-768x456.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1488px) 100vw, 1488px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-842-e-8-d-color has-text-color has-link-color coblocks-animate wp-elements-16152356d569d12fe90734baf2368808\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><strong>Open to All<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">RVN welcomes both Rotary and non-Rotary members, offering everyone a chance to contribute to meaningful causes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-e-5006-c-color has-text-color has-link-color coblocks-animate wp-elements-fe290fa0f7248f4af178de5d2d560126\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><strong>Rotary Volunteer Award 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To recognize outstanding service, RVN launched the *inaugural Rotary Volunteer Award*, honoring Rotary and Rotaract members who exemplify selfless dedication.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-00408-f-color has-text-color has-link-color coblocks-animate wp-elements-439965ee0c28037f5c1de99a5cddde4a\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><strong>Award Process:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8211; Over *<strong>40 nominees*<\/strong> from various clubs were nominated by their Rotary &amp; Rotaract Clubs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8211; Each Area\u2019s Assistant Governor (RY 2024-2025) or Deputy Assistant Governor (RY 2024-2025) with a total of 13 shortlisted 19 finalists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8211; Six judges leaded by IPDG Nigel Lo, chief judge and PDG Andy Li, deputy chief judge selected 13 awardees (10 Rotarians, 3 Rotaractors).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1488\" height=\"1596\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image009.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image009.jpg 1488w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image009-1119x1200.jpg 1119w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image009-768x824.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image009-1432x1536.jpg 1432w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1488px) 100vw, 1488px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1489\" height=\"774\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image010.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image010.jpg 1489w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image010-1200x624.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image010-768x399.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1489px) 100vw, 1489px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>13 awardees (10 Rotarians, 3 Rotaractors)&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1489\" height=\"809\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image011.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image011.jpg 1489w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image011-1200x652.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image011-768x417.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1489px) 100vw, 1489px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>13 awardees and 13 assessors &amp; 6 judges <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-0065-b-4-color has-text-color has-link-color coblocks-animate wp-elements-afa9fd72a14d501a12b19cb9a2847167\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Rotary Volunteer Network is more than a volunteer team \u2014 it\u2019s a movement that empowers individuals to create lasting change. By recognizing exceptional contributors through the Rotary Volunteer Award, RVN reinforces Rotary\u2019s values of service above self!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please join us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full coblocks-animate has-lightbox\" data-coblocks-animation=\"zoomIn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/Q5ZGpRA91b4AnQU67\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"402\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image012.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-231\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/Q5ZGpRA91b4AnQU67\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/Q5ZGpRA91b4AnQU67\">https:\/\/forms.gle\/Q5ZGpRA91b4AnQU67<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PDG Andy Li A Rotary platform for Rotary and Non- Rotar [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":224,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_coblocks_attr":"","_coblocks_dimensions":"","_coblocks_responsive_height":"","_coblocks_accordion_ie_support":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-215","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-july-2025"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/215","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=215"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/215\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":234,"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/215\/revisions\/234"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/224"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=215"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=215"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dg-newsletter2526.rid3450.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=215"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}