A New Rotary Year Begins โ With Vision, Impact & Fellowship
Message from the President, July 2025
Dear Rotarians, friends, and supporters,
As we step into the new Rotary year 2025/26, I am both honored and energized to continue serving as President of the Rotary Club Paphos-Aphrodite for another term. After a year filled with growth, connection, and meaningful projects, we now look ahead โ not to repeat, but to evolve.
Looking Ahead with Purpose
This year, our vision is clear: We want to deepen our impact, extend our reach, and create a club culture where every member feels inspired and connected. Rotary is more than service - itโs about belonging, purpose, and making a lasting contribution. Together, we aim to reflect that spirit in everything we do.
Our Focus for 2025/26
We have defined five key priorities that will shape our actions:
๐น Local Visibility โ Through impactful projects, strong social media, and active participation in community life.
๐น Engaged Membership โ We aim to attract younger, value-driven individuals and create a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere - quality over quantity.
๐น Modernized Public Image โ Fresh visuals, clear communication, and real stories about our impact in the community.
๐น Stronger Partnerships โ Collaborations with NGOs, universities, businesses, and fellow Rotary clubs.
๐น Club Identity & Spirit โ New meeting formats, clearer goals, and more ways to get involved.
๐น Local Visibility โ Through impactful projects, strong social media, and active participation in community life.
๐น Engaged Membership โ We aim to attract younger, value-driven individuals and create a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere - quality over quantity.
๐น Modernized Public Image โ Fresh visuals, clear communication, and real stories about our impact in the community.
๐น Stronger Partnerships โ Collaborations with NGOs, universities, businesses, and fellow Rotary clubs.
๐น Club Identity & Spirit โ New meeting formats, clearer goals, and more ways to get involved.
Our Meeting Formats โ Structured & Dynamic
This year weโve introduced a rotating meeting format that brings structure and variety:
Week 1: Board Meeting (7 PM) & Business Meeting (8 PM) โ Anemi Hotel
Week 2: Casual Meeting with Guest or Member Talks โ Anemi Hotel
Week 3: Project Discussion / Business Meeting โ Anemi Hotel
Week 4: Fellowship Event โ Various Locations
Week 5 (if applicable): Online Meeting โ via Google Meet
Upcoming Projects (First Half-Year Preview)
Our service calendar is already full of exciting initiatives:
September: Tsangarides Brunch & Wine โ fellowship and connection
October: Ocean Turtle Project โ environmental impact with the local diving community
November: Musicals Concert โ cultural event and fundraiser
December: Christmas Glรผhwein Stand โ visibility and local outreach
January: Casino Night โ attract younger professionals
February: Carnival Party โ celebrate local traditions and engage the Cypriot community
Each project aligns with our goals: stronger ties, visible presence, and meaningful service.
The Heart of Rotary โ Our People
Behind all these efforts are our members โ diverse, dedicated, and full of ideas. Our meetings are becoming more enjoyable, relevant, and value-driven, offering both professional networking and personal inspiration. And while our official vision statement is still in development, our direction is already clear: Purpose. Fellowship. Impact.
Final Thoughts
Let us make this Rotary year a true celebration of what binds us: service, friendship, and progress. Letโs inspire one another, embrace new ideas, and take bold steps forward โ with purpose and heart.
Together, we donโt just serve โ we shape the future of our community.
Together, we donโt just serve โ we shape the future of our community.
Yours in Rotary,
Timo Trog
President 2025/26
Rotary Club Paphos-Aphrodite
