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RotaryRotary InternationalInternationalOpen World ProgramOpen World Program
Program for current and future leaders from Russia, Ukraine, Moldova, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan
Open World ProgramOpen World ProgramThe Open World Program, operated by the Open World Leadership Center, Washington, D.C., is a special program available to Rotary clubs in the United States.
Specialized program for a delegation from the St. Petersburg Children’s Hospice, Russia. Meeting with American counterparts from non-profit organizations of Longmont, CO, discussing fundrasing strategies and methods to benefit social causes.
Local Rotary host: the Longmont RC, CO, November 2009
OW MissionOW Mission
To enhance understanding and capabilities for cooperation between the United States and the countries of Eurasia by developing a network of leaders in the region who have gained significant, firsthand exposure to America's democratic, accountable government and its free-market system.
OW HistoryOW HistoryOpen World is the only Exchange
Program inthe Legislative Branch
1999 – Russian Leadership Program, a one-year pilot project
2000 – Congress authorized the Open World Leadership Center at the Library of Congress
2007-09 – OW expansion countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan
OW FactsSince 1999, OW hosted more than 13,000 delegatesMore than 50% of delegates are women38 is the average age of the program’s participants100 alumni events organized throughout Russia
Rotary ParticipationRotary Participation 1999 – Rotary became one of the first host organizations
for the Open World Program, hosting majority of OW participants
15% of all OW delegates were hosted by Rotary Clubs since 2002
2003 – Rotary clubs hosted first delegations from Uzbekistan
2004 – Rotary clubs of Vienna, VA and Cantonment, FL hosted Belarusian parliamentarians and attorneys
2004 – RI nominated OW participants through Rotary clubs in Russia
2004 – Rotary Open World Advisory Group appointed 2005 – Rotary clubs hosted 35 OW groups from Russia 2006 – Rotary clubs hosted 34 OW groups from Russia
and Ukraine
Rotary ParticipationRotary Participation(cont’d)(cont’d)
2007 – Rotary clubs hosted 36 OW groups from Russia and Ukraine
Niche-nominations: RI nominated OW participants for 7 specialized Open World delegations – Hospice Care; Health Fairs; Accountable Governance and Environmental Management (National Parks)
2008 – Ninth year of Rotary’s participation in the program
April ’08 Health Fair Project: 6 OW niche-nominated groups from Russia for hosting in Denver, COCivic OW delegations from Russia and UkraineOW expansion countries: Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Tajikistan
2009 – OW’s tenth year. Rotary hosted 10 specialized groups from Russia and one from Ukraine.
Overall, Rotary hosted 16 groups from Russia, 4 – Ukraine, one from Kazakhstan and one from Moldova
Rotary ParticipationRotary Participation(cont’d)(cont’d)
2010 – Rotary will host up to 24 Open World delegations:
18 delegations from Russia – 7 specialized groups, nominated by Rotary clubs in Russia 10 general civic delegations 1 Rule of Law delegation
4 delegations from Ukraine – 2 specialized groups, nominated by Rotary clubs in Ukraine 2 general civic delegations
1 or 2 Rule of Law (judicial) delegation from Central Asia
OW GoalsOW Goals
Identify emerging Eurasian leaders and network them with their U.S.
counterparts during theme-based interactive exchanges.
Develop an understanding of the universe of people who interact with their American professional counterparts
Develop an understanding of how citizens and interest groups work to affect the legislative process (at the federal, state, and local levels) on issues related to the delegates’ Civic Hosting Theme
Network with American professionals and hosts who are interested in maintaining contact beyond the eight-day community visit for ongoing cooperation and collaboration
Introduce OW delegates to how the U.S. private and nonprofit sectors help meet social and civic needs
Benefits of Rotary Benefits of Rotary Club ParticipationClub Participation
Experience international service opportunities Inter-cultural experience Foster existing or build new relationships with the
OW countries through OW participants Open possibilities for long-term relationships with
OW participants Meet with current and future leaders from the
Open World countries in person Demonstrate volunteerism Introduce OW delegates to Rotary in action
Influence membership potential opportunities for Rotary clubs in Russia, Ukraine and other OW countries
Host Club’s Host Club’s ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities
Provide home hosting for a 6 OW participant group (5 delegates and 1 facilitator) for 8 days/8 nights
Prepare a civic theme–related program that includes: Professional meetings, roundtables, tours, training
seminars, discussions, etc. (minimum of 32 hours) Submit program materials to RI on time:
Community profile, draft program agenda, interpreter’s resume, final agenda, post hosting reports
Plan cultural activities City tours, museum visits, picnics, sporting events,
county/city fairs, etc. (evenings & weekends) Introduce guests to the host Rotary club or district Hire a professional interpreter
Civic Hosting ThemesCivic Hosting Themes
Accountable GovernanceNGO DevelopmentRule of Law Social Issues:
Social ServicesHealth Care ProvisionEducation
FundingFunding
The program operates on a reimbursement basis. RI will reimburse a host District or RC after the hosting has been complete.
Available funds are: up to $3,600 (excluding interpretation costs) is available for each OW group:
$3,300 Eligible Hosting Expenses$ 300 Ticketed events (concerts, sporting events, theatre)
additionally, $2,500 – 3,000 available for professional interpreting services during the program (note: host clubs/districts required to hire a professional interpreter)
Building Long-termBuilding Long-termRelationshipsRelationships
Encourage OW participants to speak at local Rotary clubs upon their return home
Educate OW guests about Rotary and what Rotarians do
Partnerships and projects Reciprocal Visits Develop relationships with local clubs in
the country of your guests
Program SupportProgram Support
Rotary Open World Advisory Group members will be available for guidance.
Your Zone Group Member is
Name:
Email:
RI Staff Contact RI Staff Contact InformationInformation
Natalia Kunzer
Open World Program Officer
One Rotary Center
RI Programs Division
1560 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201
Ph: (847) 859-7530
Email: [email protected]