District-Wide Book Club

Our Inaugural Meet Up

 

The Zoom call was recorded and saved on the D6270's YouTube channel. Check it out!

 

It was held on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm via Zoom.

 

This event’s book was "Born a Crime", a memoir by Trevor Noah. It is a story of resilience, hope, and the power of education to overcome adversity. Most find this book an easy and humorous read. Members were encouraged to share their thoughts about the book, its subject matter, and any personal experiences they wish to share. Linda Eastwood, Cedarburg Public Library Director and Past President (2020-21) of the Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton facilitated this virtual book club conversation with attendees.

 

 

 

 

 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION CODE OF CONDUCT

Rotary core values: fellowship, integrity, diversity, service, and leadership

This code of conduct reflects our core values and explains the responsibility that comes with being a Rotarian and Rotaractor, which includes members from nearly every country in the world, speaking over 100 different languages. We are committed to upholding and evolving this code as our organization grows.

 

Like our core values, we expect Rotarians and Rotaractors to exemplify this code of conduct as they interact with one another, Rotary program participants, Alumni, project partners, and members of the community. Specifically, the code of conduct applies at all club, district, zone, and Rotary International meetings, trainings, events, and anywhere else a member represents Rotary and on My Rotary and social media.

 

Expectations

All club members and other participants including Rotary program participants, Alumni, project partners, and representatives of Rotary are expected to comply with this code of conduct, be considerate and contribute to a collaborative, positive, and healthy environment in which all are respected and valued.

USE RESPECTFUL LANGUAGE

• When you first meet someone, introduce yourself and explain how you would like to be addressed, including your preferred pronouns (he/him/his, she/her/hers, they/them/theirs). Call others by their preferred name, rather than using a nickname that is easier to pronounce.
• When addressing larger groups, utilize gender neutral words to avoid gender assumption.
• Use active listening to deepen your understanding of others.
• Be conscious of language use and adapt depending on region. Some wording is acceptable in some cultures but unacceptable in others.
• Avoid slang or idioms that do not translate across cultures or be deliberate in explaining them to share

our diverse cultures and languages.

• Speak plainly and avoid acronyms and jargon that not everyone may understand.
• If you are curious about someone’s cultural background, faith, sexual orientation, gender,

or another characteristic, ask if they are open to sharing more about themselves. Refrain from asking if the topic is not relevant to your conversation.

• Foster an atmosphere of intergenerational dialogue and avoid describing anyone by their age.

BE SUPPORTIVE

• Be an ally and advocate for others and be ready to intervene when you see a need.
• If you see or hear something inappropriate, address the behavior in a way t0 offer support to those affected.
• As a member of Rotary, uphold the Code of Conduct, build this culture within your club experience, and

address any issues as they arise.

FOSTER A WELCOMING AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT

• Ensure every member and participant can fully engage in any meeting, event, or activity that you organize in person or online by offering an accessible venue, simultaneous interpretation, closed captioning and/or transcripts, and other resources as needed.
• Review any club or program traditions and stop or change activities that may be offensive or alienating to a specific group.
• Create a welcoming environment and include all in conversations, projects, and events.
• As much as possible, pay attention to nonverbal communication such as eye contact, facial expressions, tone of voice, personal space, gestures, and posture, and how it impacts your ability to engage with and relate to others.
• Know the important dates of various religions and schedule events and activities in a way that is inclusive and considerate of people who observe them.
• Be aware of people’s dietary and health restrictions.
• Open opportunities for everyone to hold leadership roles in your club and district or engage with your community partners.

CELEBRATE DIVERSITY

• Increase your club’s awareness, understanding, and acceptance of people with disabilities.
• Celebrate a variety of cultural events and religious observances, rather

• Acknowledge and celebrate significant dates relevant to diversity.
• Avoid stereotyping and mocking any specific group.
• Acknowledge and celebrate different genders.

Code of Conduct Questions and Concerns

Adult Harassment Issues

1. If anyone’s safety is in doubt, contact local law enforcement.
2. Notify a club officer (club president or secretary), district leader (district governor or district governor- elect), or zone leader (RI director).
3. Report the incident to Rotary International’s Club and District Support team by contacting cds@rotary.org.
4. Any allegation of harassment or abuse that involves young people must be reported to Rotary