A new resource is available from Rotary International to help you get to know prospective and new members: Member interest survey

Submitted by Barbara Mifsud, Regional Membership Officer, RI staff

This Rotary year, we’ve heard President Jennifer Jones talk about how we play a vital role in creating club experiences that are welcoming, inclusive and enjoyable for current and prospective members.

She talks about how we need to know what new and prospective members expect from us and what they want to get out of their Rotary involvement to create a memorable experience.

She suggests using an entrance interview or survey.

The Member interest survey is a new resource available from rotary.org/membership to help. It’s part of the updated Membership assessment tools.

Getting to know new and prospective members early on is helpful for everyone. If you understand someone’s background, interests and what they want to contribute, you can determine whether your club can offer what they want and how to involve them in ways they’ll enjoy.

You might even find opportunities for them to help your club grow. Surveying new and prospective members gives you feedback on any factors that might prevent them from joining or fully participating.

You may also discover ways your club can be more flexible and accommodate more people.

• Download: Member interest survey
• Watch: President Jennifer Jones’ membership message