Rotary International · District 3211 · Dubai, UAE
Service above self —
wherever in the world we are.
The Rotary e-Club of Kerala Global brings together the Kerala diaspora in the UAE and beyond, meeting in person and serving locally, guided by the same founding ideals that have shaped Rotary since 1905.
"Keep Rotary Simple" — District 3211's guiding theme for the year, shaping how every club initiative below is planned and run.
Founding Principles
The Object of Rotary
Every project we run and every meeting we hold traces back to Rotary's founding purpose: to encourage and foster the ideal of service as the basis of worthwhile enterprise. It rests on four commitments.
Knowing each other
Building relationships as an opportunity for service, so members truly understand one another's work and communities.
High ethical standards
Recognising the worthiness of all useful occupations, and using each member's vocation as an opportunity to serve society.
Service in daily life
Applying the ideal of service in personal, business and community life — not as an occasional act, but a habit of mind.
World understanding
Advancing goodwill and peace through a worldwide fellowship united by service, across every profession and border.
The Four-Way Test
A standard we hold every decision to
Of the things we think, say or do — before any club decision, statement or project moves forward, our members ask these four questions.
- 01 Is it the TRUTH?
- 02 Is it FAIR to all concerned?
- 03 Will it build GOODWILL and better friendships?
- 04 Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
Written by Rotarian Herbert J. Taylor in 1932 — adopted by Rotary International in 1943, and used by clubs worldwide ever since.
How We Serve
The five Avenues of Service
These are the philosophical and practical framework for club activity — the lens through which every event, project and partnership on this page is planned.
Club Service
Strengthening fellowship and ensuring the club itself functions well, so members can do everything else.
Vocational Service
Practising integrity in our professions and using our skills to address the needs of society.
Community Service
Improving quality of life for people in Dubai and Kerala through hands-on local projects.
International Service
Expanding our reach across borders through humanitarian and educational partnerships.
Youth Service
Recognising the value of young leaders through mentorship and civic engagement programs.
2025–26 Rotary Year
Projects executed
Before this year's SAMARPANAM roadmap begins, a look back at what the club delivered last Rotary year under the OPPOL District Project.
Artificial Limb
Provided an artificial limb to a Sri Lankan lady. Project sourced by Asianet; executed jointly with the Kottayam Club and an individual UAE sponsor.
Smart Classroom
Laptops, projectors & speakers installed with full classroom refurbishment at Govt. Town LPS, Karunagappally.
Stitching Centre
Asha Rotary Stitching Centre set up for special-need children, building skills & self-reliance.
Eco Agro Outlet
Asha Rotary Eco-Agro outlet run by college students — revenue for students, self-sustainability & fresh vegetables for the community.
2026–27 Project Roadmap
SAMARPANAM — nine service verticals
Our full slate of service projects for the Rotary year, organised into nine verticals — each named in Malayalam and mapped to a concrete area of need.
Vertical 1 · Samadaanam
Peace Building & Conflict Prevention & Resolution
- Interpersonal, family & community conflict resolution
- Trauma counselling for accident, disaster & abuse survivors
- Youth peace education & inter-district exchange programs
- Diversity, equity & inclusion awareness sessions
Vertical 2 · Swasthi
Disease Prevention & Treatment
- Life-saving equipment: ventilators, dialysis machines, defibrillators
- Cardiac, eye and ear screening camps
- Vaccination drives — HPV, Hepatitis and more
- Cancer care, geriatric care and hospital support
Vertical 3 · Suchitwam
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
- School WASH — toilets, handwashing stations, safe drinking water
- Waste segregation, composting and Rotary Swap Shops
- Menstrual hygiene management in schools
- Public sanitation facilities and water-testing camps
Vertical 4 · Sneham
Maternal & Child Health
- Newborn care kits and NICU equipment for government hospitals
- Maternity ward equipment — CTG monitors, infant warmers
- Anganwadi and day-care centre upgrades
- Maternal counselling and postpartum depression support
Vertical 5 · Shikshanam
Basic Education & Literacy
- Smart classrooms and digital learning conversions
- Free coaching for competitive exams — NEET, JEE, PSC, banking
- Special-needs education support and sensory rooms
- Reading-habit promotion and library modernisation
Vertical 6 · Samrudhi
Community Economic Development
- Vocational training and self-employment asset kits
- Job Connect portal and career expos
- Agriculture, dairy and fallow-land cultivation support
- Financial literacy for households and small businesses
Vertical 7 · Samrakshanam
Supporting the Environment
- Miyawaki mini-forests and tree-adoption drives
- Renewable energy — solar for schools and clinics
- Water conservation and rainwater harvesting
- Stray animal management and waste-linked clean-ups
Vertical 8 · Suraksha
Shelter & Protection
- Old-age home and orphanage infrastructure upgrades
- Legal aid camps and road-safety awareness
- Public waiting shelters and Rotary CareConnect
- Support for destitute, elderly and vulnerable groups
Vertical 9 · Sargam
Innovation, Creativity & Adaptation
- AI awareness and digital literacy for all ages
- Digital finance and e-commerce training
- Smart aids for the elderly and differently-abled
- Cyber-safety and social-media etiquette workshops
Club Leadership
2026–27 Board Team
The Rotarians leading the club through the current Rotary year — and the Rotary International and District leaders guiding the year ahead.
Rotary Year 2026–27
Year events calendar
Board meetings, general body meetings and family events for the full Rotary year.
Club Highlights
Latest news
What's coming up, plus fellowship, membership and media highlights carried over from the 2025–26 Secretary's Report.
Rotary Onam Celebration · Zone 28
Orumichoronam ഒരുമിച്ചോരോണം
Onam Celebration 2026
Come together with the club and community to celebrate Onam — a full day of traditional games, cultural programs and a classic Onam Sadhya served on the banana leaf.
Fellowship & member engagement — 2025–26
A year of togetherness, from staycations to a yacht night.
Team Installation + Park Regis Staycation
Onam Celebrations — Ajman Beach Hotel
Movie Night for Rotarians & Families
First-ever Sports Day in Club History
Dubai Run — in Special e-Club Tees
Christmas & New Year — Vogo Grand, Dubai
Women's Market Place + Men's Night + Yacht
Membership & club administration — 2025–26
Growing and governing well.
Club grew from 20 to 26 members
A massive drive grew the club by +30%, with 6 new members enrolled — including an induction held on a yacht at sea.
Strengthening district fellowship
Rotarians visited Rotary clubs in Changanassery, strengthening district fellowship and collaboration.
Club Officers' Leadership Seminar
Conducted for members at Vogo Grand Hotel, Dubai.
Literacy Award to Reena P.G.
For her book Choondakari, presented at the Sharjah International Book Festival.
Public image & recognition — 2025–26
Telling our story, on air and in print.
Asianet coverage of the Artificial Limb project
President, Secretary & Past President represented the e-Club on Asianet.
Installation featured across Kerala & UAE editions
Manorama, Mathrubhumi, Mangalam, Chandrika, Kerala Kaumudi & Suprabhatham.
Featured on UAE Vartha & Metro Vartha
Dubai Run, Smart Classroom and Asha Bhavan projects covered online.
Business magnates honoured
Mr. Faisal Malabar & Mr. Sainuddin (Hot Pack) honoured; President joined the IPA Eagle Business Conclave & the Shashi Tharoor MP forum.
"He profits most who serves best."— Rotary motto, adopted 1911
Get Involved
Get in Touch
Membership is by invitation. Reach out below to connect with the club, explore a partnership, or learn more about our work.
Say hello
Send a note about partnerships, or a project idea — the club secretary will follow up.