Vocational Tour at "My Glass Shop" - Sonora
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Vocational Service is the second Avenue of Service. No
aspect of Rotary is more closely related to each member than a personal commitment to represent
one’s vocation or occupation to fellow Rotarians, and to exemplify the characteristics of high
ethical standards and the dignity of work. Programs of vocational service are those that seek
to improve business relations while improving the quality of trades, industry, commerce, and the
professions. Rotarians understand that each person makes a valuable contribution to a better
society through daily activities in a business or profession.
Vocational Service is frequently demonstrated by offering
young people career guidance, occupational information, and assistance in making vocational choices.
Some clubs sponsor high school career conferences. Many recognize the dignity of employment by
honoring exemplary service of individuals working in their communities. The 4-Way Test and other
ethical and laudable business philosophies are often promoted among young
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of work.Vocational talks and discussion of business issues are also typical Vocational Service
programs at most clubs.
Regardless of the ways in which Vocational Service is expressed,
it is the banner by which Rotarians “recognize the worthiness of all useful occupations” and demonstrate
a commitment to “high ethical standards in all businesses and professions.” That’s why the second
Avenue of Service is fundamental to every Rotary club.
The Sonora Sunrise Rotary Club believes that Vocational Service
is an integral part of being a good Rotarian. The club does vocational tours of members' businesses and educate
members on different professions and vocations. In addition, the club presents biographies from
new members as a way to introduce the new member's vocation to the whole club.
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