I cordially invite you to explore the various web pages to learn more about our organization and our service projects. International Inner Wheel is one of the largest women's Voluntary Service Organisation in the world. We hold Non Governmental Organisation (NGO) status with the United Nations and have representatives in its three centres of Geneva, New York and Vienna.

As new clubs form in many countries, Inner Wheel continues to grow from its small beginnings in1924. . Currently we have more than 100,000 members in over 101 countries and geographical locations. Inner Wheel members continue to dedicate themselves to the Inner Wheel Vision, a Vision given to us by our founder Margaret Golding – a Vision of women coming together in True Friendship to Personally Serve their community and develop International Understanding. It is this that has helped Inner Wheel grow from just a single club in Manchester to an International woman’s organization with members drawn from diverse regions, cultures and religions, yet sharing the common goal of reaching out to those who need them.

If friendship is the Raison – de-etre for Inner Wheel, service projects give Inner Wheel its special identity. Committed to finding solutions for social problems, its projects range from educating the underprivileged to caring for the aged, the sick and the needy. Of course women and children receive special attention. Members also take care of the environment around them .In times of calamity members are in the forefront giving help wherever they can.

The web sites of member countries give a detailed view of the help that members render to their community. The IIW Newsletter, which can be found amongst these pages, also gives a birds eye view of some of the important social projects undertaken. I do hope that this year’s IIW theme – ‘Communicate Our Vision’ will definitely inspire members to constantly communicate with regularity about their activities and successful projects or simply about the happiness and pride they feel in being an Inner Wheel member.

The IIW Social project for 2006/09 is the UNICEF Education programme for Girls. It is so important that girls, especially in the developing countries, receive an education, for when a girl is educated the whole family, and ultimately the world, benefits. More information about this can be found on this web site.

The membership of Inner Wheel is made up of the womenfolk of Rotarians and so it is but natural that in most parts of our world, members help Rotarians in their projects. But our members also do share meaningful service opportunities with other NGO’s.
Our Organization is always willing to welcome those who want to join as long as they fulfill our membership requirements. Do remember that more open hearts and more willing hands will go a long way towards making a difference to someone somewhere.

Yours in Inner Wheel Friendship

Kamala Ramakrishnan

IIW President 2007-8

Background

International Inner Wheel is most probably the largest women's Voluntary Service Organisation in the world. We hold Non Governmental Organisation (NGO) status with the United Nations and have representatives in its three centres of Geneva, New York and Vienna and are therefore able to play an important role in today’s world.

Since its inception in 1924 Inner Wheel continues to grow as new Clubs form in many countries. Currently we have more than 100,000 members in over 101 countries and geographical locations and members enjoy working together making new friends and having fun whilst experiencing the sense of ‘belonging’ that Club life brings. Visiting members wherever we are in the world is a great joy and the start of lifelong friendships.

However that is by no means the sole objective of Inner Wheel as Service to those less fortunate than ourselves - the vulnerable, young people and the elderly - both at home and in the developing countries is equally important. It is given in many ways from general long term support to providing goods, funds and practical ‘hands on’ help in emergencies and disaster areas and our members are among the first to respond.

The IIW Newsletter, which can be found amongst these pages, will give you an insight into what is happening on a global scale and how our members work tirelessly to Communicate Our Vision.

The IIW Social project for 2006/09 is the UNICEF Education programme for Girls. It is so important that girls, especially in the developing countries, receive an education, for when a girl is educated the whole family, and ultimately the world, benefits. More information about this can be found on this web-site.

We are the sister organisation of Rotary International, and work closely with its members.

Inner Wheel members are compassionate people but we are also enthusiastic and fun loving so if you are wanting to help others, have the satisfaction of doing something worthwhile and looking for firm and lasting friendships then please contact us – you will always be most welcome and remember that through FRIENDSHIP, SERVICE AND INTERNATIONAL UNDERSTANDING Inner Wheel members really do make a difference and help to change lives for the better.