The Rotary Club of Central Tortola has been awarded the Membership Action Plan (MAP) Membership Achievement Award for the 2024/25 Rotary year, in recognition of its outstanding success in growing and strengthening its membership.

In a congratulatory letter dated August 1, 2025, George Robertson-Burnett, Chair of Rotary International Zones 33/34 Membership Action Plan, and Rotary International Director Patrick Eakespraised the Club’s leadership, creativity, and commitment to fostering a welcoming environment that inspires service and fellowship.

“Your efforts have strengthened and grown your Club,” the letter stated. “You’ve not only embraced the challenge of growing membership; you’ve excelled at it. You’ve proven that with intentionality, creativity, and a welcoming spirit, membership growth is achievable and impactful.”

Shan Mohamed, Membership Chair for 2024/25, expressed pride in the Club’s achievement:

“This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication, and genuine spirit of fellowship that defines our Rotary family. We’ve intentionally focused on creating an environment where members feel valued, empowered, and inspired to serve. Our growth is not just in numbers, it’s in energy, passion, and impact. We will continue to welcome new members who share our vision of uniting for good and making a lasting difference in the BVI and beyond.”

Club President Zoe Walcott echoed these sentiments, emphasizing that the award is a testament to the Club’s unwavering commitment to Rotary’s core values: Service Above Self, fellowship, diversity, integrity, and leadership.

The MAP Membership Achievement Award celebrates Rotary clubs that demonstrate sustained membership growth, effective engagement strategies, and a culture of inclusion.