WHO WE ARE

Within Rotary International, members are a part of an organization that can make global, sustainable change. Those of us who are young Rotarians or Rotaractors feel empowered to do more. We strive to connect with others who have the same goals of wanting to make a difference in our communities and in ourselves. 

However, as we looked around us, we began to wonder, “Why are there not more Rotaractors having these moments of connection?” As we explored answers to this question, one common theme surfaced: the Rotary mentor relationship. Many of us who volunteer our time with the Ascension Rotaract Network have been influenced by Rotary members who invested in us as professionals, philanthropists, and most importantly, as human beings. As a result, we came to think of Rotary and Rotaract as a family, an extended network of friends who believe in and cheer for us in every aspect of life. 

These relationships had a profound impact on us, and we wanted to establish an environment to provide the same opportunities to other Rotaractors. We hope that this environment of mentorship, connection, and education can foster opportunities where other young people can have their moment of empowerment. It is through these moments of individual change and growth that true progress, partnership, and creativity can flourish for the good of Rotaract and the good of Rotary as a whole. From these aspirations and our empowerment, the Ascension Rotaract Network MDIO was born.