European Rotaract Information Centre

Connecting Rotaract Clubs all over Europe since 1988
Countries
Districts
Rotaractors

This is the European Rotaract Information Centre (ERIC), the official Multi-District Information Organisation (MDIO) for Rotaract in Europe. Supported by Rotary International, we unite districts, clubs, and Rotaractors to share knowledge, build friendships, and collaborate on international projects. Through events, partnerships, and shared initiatives, ERIC strengthens the voice of Rotaract across Europe and beyond.

1985

The Big-Bang

Rotaractors from across Europe meet during a Rotary CIP meeting and realise something is missing: a unified space to connect, share, and grow together. The idea for a European Rotaract community is born.

1985
1987

The Visionary Steps In

Jan Huygens, then DEE of D2170 in Belgium, champions the creation of a central secretariat for European Rotaract. His efforts set the groundwork for our first international gathering.

1987
1988

ERIC Is Born

The European Rotaract Information Centre (ERIC) is officially founded.
The first European Committee is formed with representatives from 14 countries.
The very first European Rotaract Conference is held in Antwerp.
Rotaract Europe begins its journey.

1988
1993

First accomplishments

ERIC becomes the first officially recognised international MDIO (Multidistrict Information Organisation) in the Rotary world. This milestone formalises our role in fostering international Rotaract collaboration.

1993
2023

Now

We celebrate three and a half decades of connecting, empowering, and inspiring young people across Europe. From a simple idea to a continent-wide network, ERIC remains the heart of European Rotaract.

2023