On Thursday, June 5, we wrapped up Rotary Year 2024-25 with a proud and heartwarming moment at Hop Lee Restaurant in the heart of Chinatown, NYC β the formal chartering and induction of the Interact Club of Chinatown! π
District Governor Syed Alirahi led the ceremony, officially welcoming 19 bright and passionate young leaders as members of our newest Interact Club β the third new Interact Club established in our District this year! ππ
DG Syed administered the oath to the Clubβs Charter President and warmly inducted the new Interactors. Co-Presidents Evelyn Isaacs and Esther Yip, along with their fellow officers and members, proudly represented their new Club, full of energy, ideas, and a deep commitment to serving their community. π«
Rotaryβs youth programs like Interact are more than just clubs β theyβre incubators for compassion, leadership, and global citizenship. Sponsored by Rotary Clubs, Interact Clubs are for students ages 12-18, empowering them to connect with leaders in their communities and beyond, while organizing service projects, building friendships, and learning the value of "Service Above Self." ππ€
Our Rotary District 7230 team was there in full support β including Deputy Governor & District Membership Chair PDG Mahbub Ahmad, District Executive Secretary & New Club Development Chair Bina Ahmad, and Area Governors Hugh Maynard-Reid and Abit Ragbeer.
In his welcome remarks, DG Syed inspired the new Interactors by saying: βToday, you take your first step into a global family of service-minded individuals. Your passion for making a difference will now be matched with purpose, guidance, and opportunity. You are not just the leaders of tomorrow β you are leaders starting today.β
π Interactors across our District are already making meaningful impact β from community clean-ups and food drives to mental health campaigns and global initiatives. We are incredibly excited to see what the Interact Club of Chinatown will accomplish next!
Welcome to the Rotary family, Interactors of Chinatown β we are so proud of you! π
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