By Ludwig Kalthoff, Chair, Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group
Have you ever felt the spark of being part of a truly great team—united by purpose, energized by shared goals, and committed to a collective mission?
That’s the spirit fueling ESRAG this year. As your new Chair, I warmly invite you to bring your voice, energy, and leadership into this shared journey. Our theme for 2025-26 is clear and bold:
Imagine ESRAG as a global team. Our field is the Earth. Our mission: to protect and restore it.
Rotary provides the values and structure. The Board sets strategy and ensures sustainability. But you—our members, volunteers, and leaders—are the changemakers on the ground. From grassroots projects to global advocacy, every action you take is a vital part of our impact.
What We’re Doing Together
This year, we’re raising the bar. ESRAG’s Divisions—including Communications, IT, Membership, Projects, and Task Forces—have set ambitious operational goals to expand our reach and deepen our effectiveness.
- Expanding Our Reach
We aim to elevate ESRAG’s visibility to 75,000 impressions per month. With 96 published articles, 48 weekly seminars, engaging podcasts, videos, and global campaigns, we’re inviting new members, donors, and partners to join us. - Documenting Our Impact
By tracking 95 activities and uploading at least 18 projects to iRotree and the Rotary Project Center, we’re making your work visible—and inspiring others to act. - Growing Our Capacity
We’re improving how we onboard and empower volunteers through clear processes, helpful Division Handbooks, and easy access to tools that help you lead confidently and collaborate effectively. - Fostering Connection
Through ESRAG Connect, we’re nurturing five key practices—welcoming new members, aligning work with purpose, fostering belonging, celebrating contributions, and listening deeply. These are the roots of a vibrant, engaged community.
Our Divisions are tackling issues from climate to circular economy, sustainable living to biodiversity. This isn’t just organizational growth—it’s a movement for environmental action, powered by people like you.
Your Call to Action
Goals alone don’t change the world—you do.
Whether you’re launching a green project, engaging your community, or leading a task force, ESRAG is here to amplify your impact. You provide the networks, tools, and support to turn our ideas into action—and our action into lasting change.
If you’re already involved, step deeper into leadership. If you’re new, welcome!
There’s a place for you here. Visit www.esrag.org to explore, connect, and get started.
Together, we are responding to today’s challenges while building a hopeful, sustainable future.
Let’s play our part. Let’s be Stronger Together.
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