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The best is yet to come
I have had so many wonderful 1

experiences over the past year,
but as comforting as it might be
to dwell on the past, we must look
toward the future.
We are closer than ever to ending
polio, but that does not mean we can
relax. We still have a promise to keep to
the children of the world and their fami-
lies, and we will only fulfill that promise 2 3
through fundraising, advocacy, and the
power of our collective action.
7 8 I was amazed at the capability and
commitment of the peacebuilders at the
Presidential Peace Conference earlier
this year. Our Peace Fellowship program 2 3
and our many other peace initiatives
bring healing to a divided world, but
they need our support to remain effec-
tive and relevant.
Amid a worldwide loneliness epi-
demic, Rotary offers friendship, purpose,
and belonging. If we hold true to our
ideals — to The Four-Way Test and our
spirit of inclusivity — we will remain a
beacon of light even in the darkest times.
The Action Plan can serve as a guide
to make our clubs and districts simply 4 5
PHOTOGRAPHS: COURTESY OF TOM GUMP 6. Under snow in Istanbul, Urchick helps dedicate a peace pole during the 2025 cannot achieve when we come together 4 1. RI President Stephanie Urchick gets up close with Florida’s wildlife while PHOTOGRAPHS: COURTESY OF TOM GUMP
irresistible, but it is up to us to take that
advice and put it to use.
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Family of Rotary, there is nothing we
and work toward a common goal.
You are The Magic of Rotary, and I
can’t wait to see the lasting change you
preparing for the International Assembly. 2. Urchick hitches a ride on a float at
Rotary Presidential Peace Conference. 7. In her hometown, Urchick prepares to
bring to the world.
the 2025 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. 3. While in London to attend events
throw out the first pitch at a Pittsburgh Pirates game. 8. On a visit to Peru, she
for Commonwealth Day, Urchick greets King Charles III. 4. In Alabama for a Rotary
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explores Machu Picchu. 9. Urchick meets with Željko Komšić, the Croat member
institute, Urchick prepares for liftoff at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. 5. During
STEPHANIE A. URCHICK
of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s presidency. 10. While exploring the pyramids of
a tour of Africa, she celebrates with participants at a Rotary Youth Leadership
Giza, Urchick indulges in some photographic fun.
President, Rotary International
Awards event in Uganda.
1. RI President Stephanie Urchick gets up close with Florida’s wildlife while PHOTOGRAPHS: COURTESY OF TOM GUMP
preparing for the International Assembly. 2. Urchick hitches a ride on a float at
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the 2025 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. 3. While in London to attend events
for Commonwealth Day, Urchick greets King Charles III. 4. In Alabama for a Rotary
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institute, Urchick prepares for liftoff at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. 5. During
a tour of Africa, she celebrates with participants at a Rotary Youth Leadership
Awards event in Uganda.
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