身為總監，在您的地區將是扶輪的主要領導者和代言人。你將至扶輪社演講、與記者交談、在非扶輪的團體之前演說及致力於計劃。一些扶輪社將會運用您的公式訪問的機會，邀請地方媒體參加扶輪社的例會。

As governor, you will be Rotary’s primary leader and spokesperson in the district. You will be addressing clubs, talking with reporters, speaking before non-Rotary groups, and dedicating projects. Some clubs may use your official visit as an opportunity to invite local media to the club meeting.

公共關係對扶輪的未來是很重要的。透過讓社區瞭解到扶輪是符合真正需求一個有公信力的組織以提高扶輪社員提供服務的能力。同時它也可以激勵扶輪社員成為他們的扶輪社和地區積極參與活動的一員。扶輪的服務計劃對社區而言是很有價值的。透過有效的公共關係，扶輪社將可以：

Public relations is essential to Rotary’s future. It improves Rotarians’ ability to provide service by informing communities that Rotary is a credible organization that meets real needs. It also motivates Rotarians to be active members of their club and district. Rotary’s service projects are of value to communities. Through effective public relations, clubs will be able to

• 得到計劃的支持及資源

• 與其他社區組織建立關係

• 吸引合格的社員候選人

• 表揚扶輪社社員對他們社區的奉獻

• Gain support and resources for projects

• Build links with other community organizations

• Attract qualified membership candidates

• Recognize Rotary members for their contributions to their community

一個積極、進行中的公共關係計劃將會幫助確保地區的持續有效率，因為愈多的人了解扶輪，會有更多的人想要加入。

An active, ongoing public relations program will help ensure the district’s continued effectiveness because, a better understanding of Rotary leads to increased community participation.