Margarette Owen, later Mrs. Oliver Golding the wife of a Manchester Rotarian, was born of Welsh parentage at Hey-Brecon. She was trained as a nurse and had served during the First World War. This triggered off a deep desire to help all ailing, deprived humanity. She was an extremely capable business woman and a great philanthropist; her chief social interest being the Manchester Girls’ Orphanage & Ancoats Hospital, for which the Inner Wheel of Manchester provided and furnished a mortuary chapel. She also did a great deal for the Girl Guide Movement, in which she held the Office of Commissioner.

What Is Inner Wheel?

The Inner Wheel is the world’s second largest women’s organization and comprises of the women folk of Rotarians. It is a recognized voluntary Non-Government Organization to help and serve the needy and underprivileged sections of the Society. In recognition of its social service, it has got representation in the United Nations Economic and Social Council. The Inner Wheel concentrates upon Friendship and Personal Service. It is not what is termed as “a money raising organization”, though each Club selects its own charities and channels of service. One of the greatest features of Inner Wheel is the opportunity given to its Members the world over to get to know one another, thus contributing to International Friendship and Understanding.

ROLE OF ISO

ISO, in the context of the International Inner Wheel organization, takes on a meaningful role as an abbreviation for “International Service Organiser.” Within the Inner Wheel community, ISOs embody the spirit of “Friendship & Service,” one of the organization’s core mottos.

The essence of International Service Organisers lies in their ability to orchestrate and organize service initiatives that go beyond borders. Their mission is to cultivate a profound understanding among individuals, fostering goodwill and unity among Inner Wheel members worldwide. Through their dedicated efforts, ISOs play a pivotal role in enabling members to connect, appreciate, and support one another, ultimately contributing to the realization of Inner Wheel’s core values.

At the heart of this interconnection within Inner Wheel is the symbolic Flag Exchange, a practice that goes beyond borders and signifies the unity of members. As this spirit extends beyond Inner Wheel, the efforts of ISOs are recognized as “Branding.” In this role, they become the ambassadors not only of friendship but also as ‘Brand Ambassadors,’ showcasing the positive impact and values of Inner Wheel to the world.

In essence, ISOs are instrumental in making and maintaining connections, both within Inner Wheel and beyond, embodying the principles of friendship and service with grace and dedication.

DUTIES OF CLUB ISO

STEPS TO MAKE & MAINTAIN FRIENDSHIPSTEPS TO MAKE & MAINTAIN FRIENDSHIP

1. Prepare introduction on Letterhead.
2. Send it for Club President / senior’s perusal.
3. Send it to other Clubs’ ISOs within District & to Link Clubs provided by District ISO outside the District. These days, because of multiple Social Media platforms, Club ISOs can directly approach Club ISOs from other District to send introductory letters & for FlagExchange but make sure to not pressurise anyone for Flag Exchange / E-Flag Exchange

TO DESIGN CLUB FLAG

At the heart of the Inner Wheel community, International Service Organisers (ISOs) play a pivotal role in crafting and nurturing friendships through the cherished tradition of Flag-Exchange.

In the spirit of unity and camaraderie, every ISO is granted the right to initiate the creation of a new flag, provided that the club is in agreement and possesses the necessary funds. It is essential to note that while a Club ISO may be willing to contribute personally, there should be no coercion or pressure exerted on the club to grant permission. The design of the Club Flag is a collaborative process, shaped through mutual discussions and approvals to ensure a collective and representative symbol.

The Club Flag itself is a canvas for creativity, ranging from simplicity to intricate designs. Whether it mirrors the essence of the club, showcases a significant local landmark, or pays tribute to a distinguished Inner Wheel member, the possibilities are vast. The design process encourages clubs to express their unique identity and stories.

Attached is an example of a simple yet impactful Club Flag, serving as inspiration for the creative journey that each club can embark upon. Remember, the key lies in fostering a sense of pride, connection, and shared purpose through this symbolic representation.

Let the Flag-Exchange not only be a visual delight but a powerful testament to the bonds we forge within Inner Wheel.

GUIDELINES

1. Attend promptly to all letters received from other clubs and District in India.
2. Exchange International & National Festivals Greetings with foreign & Indian Link Clubs.
3. Send, if possible, a gift of a handicraft or any other item of typical Indian workmanship to Link Clubs in foreign countries.
4. Send copies of Club Souvenirs,Bulletins and E-newsletters to Indian and Foreign Links Clubs.
5. Provide Club Flag / details tomembers visiting other places / abroad.
6. Co-ordinate your work with theDist r ict International Service Organizer, and keep a lively interest in International affairs.
7. Arrange, at least two or three Club Programmes in the year, to which you invite students and visitors from abroad to speak on their local customs, culture, way of life.
8. Make proper arrangements to welcome and be hospitable to members of the Inner Wheel Clubs visiting your town.
9. Prepare a list of Clubs within District & outside District with whom flags have been exchanged

Suggested Structure

Normally Editor is first post at Club / District Level. So minimalistic protocols & dos / dont’s have been set to enable new energetic post-holder to understand Inner Wheel, enjoy Inner Wheel & give wings to creativity & work with more confidence & ease while moving up the ladder. This post is to showcase the hardwork done by Club President, her team & club members throughout the year. For New energetic members on the post of Club Editor & new Clubs, it is advised to get hold of previous years Newsletters/ earlier editions to read and understand first.

Here’s a Suggested Structure for a Newsletter

1. Header – Include the newsletter title, logo, and date.
2. Table of Contents
3. Protocol of Messages in Newsletter:
A. Maiden Issue || B. Second Issue || C. Subsequent Issue

A. Maiden Issue
. Club President
. IIW President (if provided/optional)
. Association President (if provided/optional)
. District Chairman
. High-level Dignitary / Nation-fame Celebrity (Optional).
. National Editor (if provided/optional)
. District Executives
. Club Executives (optional)
. Club Advisor
. IIWPPs (optional)
. Club PDCs
. Other PDCs (optional)
. Others (eg Rotary, Optional)

B. Second Issue
. Club President
. District Chairman
. District Editor & all others who have been missed out

C. Subsequent Issue
. Club President
. District Editor

4. Main Section- In Inner Wheel, use this place to showcase selfless Projects of Clubs.
5. Additional Sections – Depending on the nature of the newsletter, you may have additional sections such as Birthday
Anniversaries of Club members, interviews, opinion pieces , Member s / Gues t s contributions, or community updates. Arrange them logically and make sure they flow well with the rest of the content.
6. Call-to-Action and Closing – Towards the end of the newsletter, your Editorial will be placed (as mentioned earlier) including a callto-action, such as encouraging readers to
subscribe to the newsletter, visit your website, or participate in a survey. Finish with a closing statement or signature.

GUIDELINES

1. Keep the layout visually appealing
2. Easy to Read.
3. Use appropriate headings, subheadings, images, formatting to make the newsletter visually appealing and organized.
4. Make a concise & crisp newsletter.
5. Organize programmes for children, such as competitions in handicraft, painting and other hobbies.
6. Send news items of importance to do with Club Projects and events for publication to Inner wheel District Website, Rotary Club Bulletins and local Newspapers in all languages.

7. Work in close co-operation with the District Editor and take a keen interest in District publications by sending articles and advertisement for publications. Send reports of Club activities and photographs for publication.

8. Keep records, history, photographs, press cuttings of Club Activities and any other items which may help to enrich the history of the clubs.
9. Ensure to bring out an official monthly / quarterly bulletin of the club. Designing & publishing newsletter costs. Whether Club is paying or Editor herself or partly both depending on the availability of funds with Club, number of newsletters 10 to be designed / published should be mutually discussed & approved.
10.Proofread properly before publishing; many people may send required information to be published but it is the
responsibility of Editor to check the quality of material published

Naming of Club Newsletter

The newsletter should derive its name from Club name eg Mayuri for Mayur Vihar etc for easy recognition but it can be some other catchy name also. For existing Club, newsletter’s name can be changed after mutual discussion & approval in Executive Committee but it is not recommended as it takes time for the name to establish. One can add suffix to newsletter name in different years to give it a different look

Fund Raising

Funds can also be raised to finance the cost of Club newsletter or for Club projects by inserting advertisements= towards end of newsletter but it should be done through mutual discussion & approval in Club Executive Committee & with utmost sincerity & transparency.

ALWAYS REMEMBER

Be in total sync with your Club President. Always Remember, we are a team; No one is boss or subordinate. We get what we give So give respect to each other & work to excel.

Let your creativity run wild & be ready to learn from anyone & anywhere but be sharp to decipher. Chai ka Masala does not mean jeera, Haldi & Laal mirch

General Information

The Club treasurer is the custodian of club funds. She plays an important
role in the club as Club President and Club Secretary.

GUIDELINES
1. The financial year starts from 1 July to 30 June.
2. Resolutions have to be passed in the club Annual General Body Meeting (AGM) to be held in May or June for.
3.The Club Treasurer should receive from Previous Treasurer:
PAN Card (if club has bank account).
Cash Books of Club and Charity Accounts of last 3-5 years
Ledgers of Club and Charity Accounts of last 3-5 years
Bank Pass Books of Club and Charity Accounts
Cheque Books of Club and Charity Accounts
Deposit Slips of Club and Charity Accounts
Receipt Books of Club and Charity Accounts
Voucher Book for those who don’t provide bills
Voucher File of Club (kept date wise) and Charity Accounts
(kept project wise) of last 3-5 years
General Other Files maintained (if any)
Fixed Deposit Receipts (if any)
4. The audited statement of accounts should be circulated to all club members by 30th September.
5. If the club has fixed deposits, then the accounts have to be audited with a duly certified balance sheet.
6. If the club has a trust account then the accounts should be
maintained separately. Trust deed should be registered and all
rules with regard to the trust account must be scrupulously
observed.

Fixing Annual Subscription

ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION FOR NEW CLUB.

Annual Subscription should be decided by Club Executive Committee in consultation with Club Advisor & then announced & passed in GBM. The proportion of this so-decided Subscription / Club Dues to be used for Administrative Account and Charity Account should also be decided in General Body meeting.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION FOR EXISTING CLUB
If any changes are to be made in Club Subscription / Club Dues / Club Membership Fee (eg because of inflation) then it should be decided & passed in Executive Committee meeting & GBM also. The same goes for changing proportions to be used between Administrative & Charity Accounts ie if this break-up is to be changed, it should be discussed & passed in Executive Committee meeting & GBM also.
9. Fees should be collected from members by club treasurer in July and August.
10. For remitting District Dues, wait for the letter from District
Treasurer intimating the International Inner Wheel subscription, Association fees and Triennial fees and District dues.
11. For existing members and new members joining before the end of December 31 will have to pay full year fees.
12. For members joining after January 1 will have to pay half yearly dues fixed by the Association.
14. Charity money received from members or sponsors must be used for the purpose for which it is collected.

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