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International Projects & Partnerships

Working together to reduce poverty, improve education, provide clean water & sanitation and promote peace

Youth Activities & Programmes

Developing and Inspiring Young People

Welcoming New Members

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The Rotary Foundation

Addressing The Big Problems in The World

In the next 30 days...

Guest Speaker - David Wallwork - David School Sierra Leone

Monday 5th January 2026

RC Peterborough Ortons An update on David's work with the David School in Sierra Leone. We will learn about the work that has been taking place and how the funds we shared have been used.

40s Dance Evening

Saturday 17th January 2026

RC Shepshed Come and enjoy the music and dancing St Botolphs Primary School Hall Shepshed LE12 9DB

Young Musician District Final

Saturday 24th January 2026

District Event: Uppingham Community College. (N.B. this is a different venue from last year but in the same town).

Welcome To Rotary In
The East Midlands

Covering

Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Rutland, Southern Lincolnshire and parts of Cambridgeshire

Rotary in The East Midlands (District 1070) comprises over 1,600 Rotarians in 70 Rotary Clubs, Satellite Clubs and Impact groups, led by District Governor, Moira Penney.

Rotary unites more than 1.4 million members in over 200 countries of the world, making it the largest Service Organisation in the World.

Rotary is not just an organisation, but a vibrant movement that is built upon the foundation of fellowship, service, and ethical leadership and it continues to be a beacon of hope around the world. It is a global network of dedicated individuals from diverse backgrounds, united by the common goal of creating lasting change in our communities and beyond.

Rotarians from all continents and cultures come together to exchange ideas, form friendships and professional connections while making a difference in their local communities and around the world.

Each day, our members pour their passion, integrity, and intelligence into completing projects that have a lasting impact. We persevere until we deliver real, lasting solutions because we are People of Action.

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Rotary Spotlight

Ramsey Rotarian Awarded MBE

David Wallwork, MBE

Rotary in The East Midlands is proud to announce that our very own David Wallwork has been awarded the MBE, which he received from HRH The Princess Royal. This is in recognition of of his work in setting up and leading the development of The David School in Sierra Leone for the last 18 years.

David regards this incredible award as recognition of the massive effort made by a large team or wonderful people over a number of years.

David was accompanied at the investiture by three original supporters of The David School, Michael Houlden, Janet Wallwork and Catherine Thomas, pictured below.