Rotary Community Groups & Leaders
Rotary Community Groups are an innovative way to connect Rotary clubs across the South Pacific. This structure was designed to amplify impact through collaboration. Together, these groups strengthen our ability to deliver meaningful projects and support communities.
Understanding the basics: Community Groups & Leaders
Rotary Community Group (RCG)
Rotary Community Groups are a key component of Regionalisation; they are a collection of Rotary Clubs across Zone 8 which are connected by geographic region, theme or project to amplify their opportunities for impact through collaboration.
Rotary Community Leader (RCL)
The role of the Community Leader is to work with Club leadership, to facilitate growth plans that best suit each Group, and a growth plan is our best way to create lasting impact.
Community Group Director
The Community Group Director is a role which sits on the Regional Council of Rotary South Pacific. This role supports and coordinates the Community Leaders to achieve the best possible outcomes in their communities.
Rotary Community Leader (RCL) Elections 2026
RCL Election, Key Dates
- 2 March: Call for Nominations for RCL positions
- 23 March: Nominations for RCLs close.
- 23-29 March: Candidates eligibility confirmation process
- 30 March: Voting opens
- 19 April: Voting concludes
- 21 April (approx.): Local outcomes announced to each club and objection period starts.
- 5 May: Objection period ends.
- May-June: Training and onboarding program
- 1 July: Elected RCLs start role.
The dates relating to outcome announcements and objection periods may be subject to change due to the high volume of individual elections.
Supporting Documents
Election Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can incumbent RCLs run for another term?
Yes, current RCLs are invited to nominate for a second term in accordance with the updated RCL role description.
I am a current RCL and have identified someone to ’take over’ from me, do they need to nominate?
Yes, all candidates must apply via the application portal.
Can my District Governor install an RCL?
We invite all District and Club leadership to nominate and suggest sound candidates. All candidates must nominated by their Club Presidents via the application portal. A District Governor nor a Club President cannot ‘appoint’ an RCL to an RCG.
I know someone who would be a good fit. Do I tell Rotary South Pacific or tell the person to nominate first?
Great! We encourage you to ask that person and club to nominate via the portal. The Portal will be live from 2 March 2026.
I am an RCL but didn’t do the full two-years to 30 June, will I be replaced or do I have to nominate again?
All RCL positions will be deemed vacant 1 July. If you would like to continue, please do so via the nomination portal. The Portal will be live from 2 March 2026.
We don’t currently have an RCL, will there be an election process in my RCG?
Yes, Rotary South Pacific is working closely with club and district leadership to identify RCLs for vacant RCGs.
Who is the Community Group Director?
Stephen Lovison is the Community Group Director.
Email: community@rotarysouthpacific.org,
Phone: +61 418 608 029
How to RCGs connect with one another?
Our Rotary Community Groups and Leaders have a Whatsapp Group as the go-to space for connection, collaboration, and community, coupled with a dedicated Microsoft Teams environment.
- A fair-play zone to share photos, ideas, and inspiration
- Dedicated channels for General Chat, Membership, Zone Conference buzz, Peer Support Loop and more.
- A space to seek support, share wins and challenges.
How do RCLs work with District Governors?
District Governors are encouraged to work with Rotary Community Leaders on how best to collaborate in delivering a growth plan for each RCG.
To support conversations about this a Communication and Collaboration Protocol template has been developed.
🔗 Download the Communication and Collaboration Protocol (2025-26)
If you need help connecting with your RCL or District Governor, reach out to community@rotarysouthpacific.org for support.