Rotary clubs do important work. But members who want to do even more can connect with other Rotarians who share their passion at a higher level of intensity in one particular area. A Rotary Action Group (RAG) is a voluntary organization that functions independently of Rotary International. Each RAG establishes its own rules, dues requirements, and administrative structure. RAGs are composed of Rotarians, family members, program participants and alumni who are experts in a particular field. Group members share their expertise by collaborating with clubs and districts on service projects. Here are eight Rotary Action Groups that focus on a particular disease prevention and awareness.
Alzheimer's/Dementia RAG. They provide information and support to Rotarians on dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Members use their knowledge, experience and leadership to fight Alzheimer's disease and dementia. http://adrag.org/
RAG for Blindness Prevention. This RAG helps prevent blindness and promotes eye health and vision worldwide. http://www.rag4bp.org/
RAG of Dental Volunteers. These volunteers provide humanitarian dental service throughout the world. http://ragdv.com/
RAG for Diabetes. This RAG provides has commitment to education, identification, and treatment of diabetes. They are especially concerned about diabetes among children in developing countries. They work with the International Diabetes Federation. http://ragdiabetes.org/
Rotarians for Hearing RAG. These Rotarians promote hearing help for children and adults with hearing loss. http://www.ifrahl.org/
RAG on Mental Health Initiatives. The mission of RAGMHI is to act as a worldwide resource for Rotarians in the field of mental health and mental illness to promote, protect, restore, and to help re-build the lost human capital to make a happier and healthier world. http://ragonmentalhealth.org/
RAG for Multiple Sclerosis Awareness. These Rotarians work to make people aware of MS and improve the lives of People with MS. https://rotary-ragmsa.org/
Polio Survivors and Associates RAG. These Rotarians are dedicated to permanently ending polio. They focus on improving the health and well-being of polio survivors. http://www.rotarypoliosurvivors.com/
Do you have a passion in one of these areas? Can you contribute you knowledge, skills and expertise to one of these RAGs? Check it out today. This is another way in which we can serve as Rotarians in the focused area of Disease Prevention and Treatment.