The Aims and Objectives (previously referred to as Aims and Objects) are the guiding principles for every Table, Association, and RTI itself. At the start of every formal meeting, the chairman asks all the attendees to be upstanding and asks one of those present to read the Aims and Objectives. In this regard, it is customary to ask the youngest attendee or the newest member to read.
The Aims and Objectives of Round Table International are:
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To promote fellowship and understanding between Round Table Associations worldwide.- To promote the formation of new Round Table Associations throughout the world.
- To initiate, develop and improve working relationships with Club 41 International, Ladies Circle International, Tangent Club International and Agora Club International for fellowship, networking and Joint Service objectives.
- To promote and administer Joint Service Projects worldwide.
The Aims and Objectives of Round Table Clubs might vary, but generally are:
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To develop the acquaintance of young men through the medium of their various occupations;- To emphasize the fact that one’s calling offers an excellent medium of service to the community;
- To cultivate the highest ideals in business, professional, and civic traditions;
- To recognize the worthiness of all legitimate occupations and to dignify each his own precept and example;
- To further the establishment of peace and goodwill in international relationships;
- To further these objectives by meetings, lectures, discussions and other activities.