Rotary’s work is grounded in transparent agreements. One of the most important of these is the Singapore Declaration of 1989. In the 1980s, the world experienced serious economic and business-ethics crises: corruption, fraud, and a widespread crisis of trust and moral standards. The declaration emerged in response to the need to clearly define how a Rotarian should act in their professional life – upholding personal values and strengthening the culture of our organization.
In short, the Singapore Declaration outlined how Rotary’s ethical principles should be applied in professional life, and how Rotarians can use their vocational skills to make the world a better place. These principles have later been refined into the Rotary Code of Conduct.
As District Governor, I have had the opportunity to meet many Rotarians, engage in meaningful conversations, and discuss our future plans. I can proudly say that the Rotarians in our district are true people of action – People of Action. I value the way we integrate our Rotary service with our everyday lives and professions, serving our communities in practical and impactful ways.
One powerful example of this connection is Rotarians’ participation in local government. Estonia recently held municipal elections, and I am pleased to congratulate the Rotarians in our district who have been elected to responsible public offices.
Warm congratulations
- Kristel Voltenberg, Mayor of Pärnu (Tallinna Reval RC)
- Urmas Klaas, Mayor of Tartu (Tartu RC)
Clubs have also reported the following Rotarians elected to local councils:
- Haapsalu RC: Siim Saareväli, Tõnis Siir, Urmas Sukles, and Lauri Väli
- Tartu Hansa RC: Ene Tannberg
- Tartu RC: Verni Loodmaa
- Põlva RC: Tunne Piiper
- Tartu Toome RC: Toomas Kapp, Veljo Ipits, and Margus Annuk
Kristel Voltenberg, Mayor of Pärnu (Tallinna Reval RC)
Warm congratulations to all! Together, we make our communities – and our world – better, step by step, with dignity and dedication.
Aune Past, IPDG
