WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE DISTRICT 7120 ROTARY FRIENDSHIP EXCHANGE PROGRAM
 
The Rotary Friendship Exchange (RFE) program gives Rotarians and their families the opportunity to experience other cultures firsthand, by participating in reciprocal visits with Rotarians and their families. This program aims to advance understanding among Rotarians around the world. It provides Rotarians with the opportunity to form personal contacts and make long-lasting friendships while exploring different areas of the world.
 
There will be OPPORTUNITES to join a district RFE team for a visit to District 1010 in northern Scotland in May of 2026. Another team will be travelling to District 1770 in Paris,
France in the Fall of 2026. These programs typically are 12 to 14 days.

If you are interested in learning more and possibly becoming a member of one of the outgoing teams next year, please contact the District 7120 RFE Chair Cat Jensen at catwomyn19@gmail.com. You can also see the Rotary Friendship Exchange guidelines on the District 7120 website: https://bit.ly/3WnK4dt.
 
NOTE: Participation on an outgoing exchange team is typically open for those who have previously hosted during an inbound exchange OR pledge to do so in the near future.
 
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Rotary Friendship Exchange (RFE) opportunities are constantly being explored and assessed. The RFE Committee is interested in potential Rotary Friendship Exchanges to both international and domestic locations.
 
  • France, Paris - D1770 (1 week exchange) Team Member Applications being accepted
    • Approval has been received from France D1770.
    • Inbound visit from D1770 to D7120 occurred in 2022.
    • Outbound visit of D7120 to France D1770: September 27 to October 4, 2026
    • Contact: Bill Gormont, billgormont1@gmail.com

       

  • taly, Rimini - D2072 (~2 week exchange)
    • Approval has been received from Italy D2072.
    • Inbound visit from D2072 to D7120 occurred in April 2026
    • Outbound visit of D7120 to Italy D2072: Date selection is cutrrently in process (Possibly April or May 2027)
    • Contact: Bill Gormont, billgormont1@gmail.com
 
Exchanges currently under consideration include:
 
  • Canada, St. Catharines - D7090 (Short weekend exchange)
    • This exchange is currently being explored. (Duration: Approx. 3  days)
    • Contact: Dick DuBois, ddubois50@gmail.com
 
  • Canada, Montreal - D7040 (Shorter exchange)
    • This exchange is currently being explored. (Duration: Approx. 3 to 5 days)
    • Contact Mike Lischak, lischak@sbcglobal.net
 
  • India (~2 week exchange)
    • This exchange was in the planning stage, but is currently on hold.
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