From Ohio to the World: Rotary Peacebuilding in Practice

from Service Above Self: Rotary D6670 · host Tijana Ristic, Tom Carlisi, Chuck Shonkwiler, Heidi Schiller

Peacebuilding in Rotary happens at every level, from local club projects to global collaboration. In this episode, DG Heidi Schiller and DGE Chuck Shonkwiler explore how peace work takes shape across Ohio and around the world. Tom Carlisi, RAGFP Ohio Chapter Chair and District 6690 Peace Co-Chair, shares how Peacebuilder Clubs are formed, supported, and activated, including lessons learned from Ohio’s first-in-the-world achievement of 100% Peacebuilder Clubs. Later, Tijana Ristić, Chair of the Rotary Action Group For Peace, brings a global perspective, explaining how Peace Chapters connect Rotarians across borders and why youth and young professionals are essential to Rotary’s peacebuilding future. The conversation offers practical guidance, inspiration, and a reminder that peace is built through intentional action and service.Topics Covered:How Rotary clubs become Peacebuilder ClubsOhio’s Peacebuilder Club model and lessons learnedBuilding and sustaining effective club Peace CommitteesExamples of peace projects in clubs and districtsThe role of the Rotary Action Group for Peace and Peace Chapters worldwideGlobal peacebuilding priorities for 2025–26Engaging Rotaractors and young professionals in peace workAlso in this episode:February as Rotary’s Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention MonthDistrict updates including the Foundation Dinner on February 26Upcoming All-Ohio PETS and planning for District Gala on May 1 🎙️ Service Above Self: Rotary D6670 is a monthly podcast celebrating the service, leadership, and community impact of our 45 clubs across southwest Ohio.📌 Learn more at rotarydistrict6670.org📧 Questions or feedback? Email us at [email protected]🔗 Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/RotaryDistrict6670🎧 Subscribe on your favorite podcast app so you never miss an episode!

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In this February episode of Service Above Self, DG Heidi Schiller and DGE Chuck Shonkwiler explore how Rotary builds peace at both the local and global levels. Joined by RAGFP OH Chapter Chair, Tom Carlisi, and Rotary Action Group For Peace Chair, Tijana Ristić, the conversation highlights Peacebuilder Clubs, Peace Chapters, and practical ways Rotarians can turn peace into action.

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