World Meetings are annual global gatherings where members of Round Table from across the world come together to celebrate fellowship, discuss organizational matters, and share ideas for service and camaraderie. These meetings serve as a platform to strengthen ties among members, promote international friendship, and inspire collaborative projects.
The World Meetings embody the core values of Round Table: fellowship, community service, and fun. They are not only an opportunity to connect and collaborate but also to celebrate the spirit of Round Table on a global scale.
Key Features of World Meetings
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- Global Representation: Members from various countries participate, showcasing the diversity and unity of Round Table International.
- Networking and Collaboration: Attendees share experiences, best practices, and ideas to inspire community service projects and foster connections.
- Workshops and Discussions: Sessions are often held to discuss governance, future goals, and strategies for growth and impact.
- Celebrations and Traditions: Cultural events, dinners, and parties are integral, celebrating the heritage and spirit of each hosting country.
- Official Business: The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Round Table International is a key part of the event, where decisions about the organization’s direction and leadership are made, including discussing motions and appointing a new board for the next year.
Format of the World Meeting
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- Pretours
- Main tour
- Nation’s Night
- Councilor’s Meeting
- RTI AGM
- Gala
Hosting a World Meeting
Upcoming World Meetings are presented and voted on two years in advance. Associations may bid to host an RTI World Meeting as per the rulebook and guidelines of RTI.
Previous World Meetings
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- RTI WM 2024 Maastricht, The Netherlands
- RTI WM 2023 Cape Town, South Africa
- RTI WM 2022 Copenhagen, Denmark
- RTI WM 2021 Hybrid, Dubai
- RTI AGM 2020 Hybrid, Germany
- RTI WM 2019 Brasov/Transylvania, Romania
- RTI WM 2018 Negombo, Sri Lanka
- RTI WM 2017 Tallinn, Estonia
- RTI WM 2016 Kathmandu, Nepal
- RTI WM 2015 Visby, Sweden
- RTI WM 2014 Mauritius
- RTI WM 2013 Valance, France
- RTI WM 2012 Hyderabad, India
- RTI WM 2011 Bremerhaven, Germany
- RTI WM 2010 Dubai, Arabian Gulf
- RTI WM 2009 Alkmaar, The Netherlands
- RTI WM 2008 Pattaya, Sri Lanka
- RTI WM 2007 Cyprus
- RTI WM & WOCO 2006 Polokwane, South Africa — First Round Table only AGM.
- WOCO 2005 San Jose, Costa Rica — WOCO becomes a Foundation, not an umbrella organization.
- RTI AGM & EMA IROs 2004 Reykjavik, Iceland
- WOCO 2004 Kathmandu, Nepal
- WOCO 2003 Stockholm, Sweden
- WOCO 2002 Mauritius, Indian Ocean
- WOCO 2001 Eugene, USA
- WOCO 2000 Adelaide, Australia
- WOCO 1999 Venice, Italy
- WOCO 1998 Mombasa, Eastern Africa
- WOCO 1997 Panama City, Panama
- WOCO 1996 Madras, India
- WOCO 1995 Chester, England
- WOCO 1994 Durban, South Africa
- WOCO 1993 Cancun, Mexico
- WOCO 1992 New Zealand
- WOCO 1991 Klagenfurt, Austria — Rebirth of Round Table International
1946 — 1990 WOCO Conferences