Rotary’s seven areas of focus

Peacebuilding and conflict prevention

Training, education, and practices that transform conflict and build peace—including dialogue across cultures, support for refugees, and leadership for prevention and mediation.

Disease prevention and treatment

Reducing causes and effects of disease and improving access to care—building on Rotary’s health work (including polio) and efforts like malaria prevention and stronger health systems.

Water, sanitation, and hygiene

Sustainable access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene—especially in schools and health facilities—so communities can be healthier and more resilient.

Maternal and child health

Connecting mothers and children to nutrition, care, and safer pregnancies so families and communities can thrive.

Basic education and literacy

Strengthening literacy and learning at all stages—supporting teachers, schools, and equitable access so more people can reach their potential.

Community economic development

Expanding opportunities for decent work and livelihoods—often with emphasis on youth, women, and local entrepreneurs—so more people and communities can prosper.

Environment

Protecting and restoring natural systems through sustainable service and partnerships—supporting a greener, more stable future.