About ICC · Who we are

Uniting Rotarians across borders since 19XX

Intercountry Committees connect Rotary clubs in different countries to build friendship, understanding and peace through shared service.

ICC members gathered for a group photo

01 · Who we are

What ICC is and why it exists

An Intercountry Committee (ICC) links Rotary clubs and districts in two or more countries so members can build friendship, understanding and joint service across borders.

ICCs exist because lasting peace starts with personal relationships. By bringing Rotarians together across national, cultural and historical divides, ICCs turn goodwill into practical cooperation.

19XX

Year founded

00+

Active ICCs

00

Countries

Rotarians from several countries outside a historic building

Our mission

To connect Rotary clubs across borders and turn friendship into shared service that promotes peace.

Our vision

A world where every Rotary club has partners in another country working with it for a more peaceful future.

Our values

The principles that guide every ICC.

Friendship

Peace

Service

Understanding

Diversity

02 · History

History and origins

Key moments in the story of the Intercountry Committees, from the first meetings between neighbouring clubs to today's global network.

19XX

Origins

Rotarians in neighbouring countries begin meeting to rebuild trust and friendship.

19XX

First ICCs formed

The first Intercountry Committees are created between pairs of countries.

19XX

Recognised by Rotary

Rotary International formally recognises ICCs as a way to promote peace.

20XX

Executive Council founded

An Executive Council is set up to coordinate ICCs worldwide.

Today

A global network

00+ ICCs now connect clubs in 00 countries across every region.

Rotary International convention, Vienna, 1933
Early Rotarians gathered in Edinburgh
Black-and-white photograph of an early committee meeting

03 · Rotary International

Relationship with Rotary International

ICCs operate within the Rotary family. They are recognised by Rotary International and work alongside districts and clubs, not as a separate organisation.

Recognised by Rotary

ICCs are an official Rotary structure, endorsed by the RI Board.

Aligned with Rotary's focus areas

ICC projects support Rotary's areas of focus, especially peacebuilding.

Part of the Rotary brand

ICC communications follow the Rotary Master Brand and visual identity.

Official co-branded lockup

Rotary and Intercountry Committees co-branded lockup

Rotary International

Global Rotary organisation

↓ recognises

ICC Executive Council

Coordinates ICCs worldwide

↓ supports

Rotary clubs

Country A

ICC A–B

Rotary clubs

Country B

How ICCs sit within Rotary and link clubs across countries.

04 · Structure

ICC structure and leadership

ICCs are organised in a simple, volunteer-led structure, from the Executive Council down to the member clubs in each country.

Executive Council

President, officers & council members

National & regional coordinators

One per participating country

ICC Country A–B

Chair & committee

ICC Country C–D

Chair & committee

ICC Country E–F

Chair & committee

ICC Country G–H

Chair & committee

Member Rotary clubs

In every participating country

Executive Council

Sets strategy, represents ICCs to Rotary International and supports new committees.

Coordinators

Link the Executive Council with the ICCs and districts in their country.

ICC chairs & committees

Lead each ICC, organise activities and connect member clubs.

05 · Leadership

President and Executive Council

Meet the volunteers who lead the ICC network for the current Rotary year.

President photo

ICC President · 2026–27

President Name

Rotary Club of City, Country · District 0000

“Excerpt from the President's message about the priorities for this Rotary year and the importance of friendship across borders.”

Executive Council

Name Surname

Vice President

Rotary Club · Country

Name Surname

Secretary General

Rotary Club · Country

Name Surname

Treasurer

Rotary Club · Country

Name Surname

Immediate Past President

Rotary Club · Country

Name Surname

Communications Officer

Rotary Club · Country

Name Surname

Coordinator · Europe

Rotary Club · Country

Name Surname

Coordinator · Americas

Rotary Club · Country

Name Surname

Coordinator · Asia-Pacific & Africa

Rotary Club · Country

Want to know more about ICC?

Reach out to the Executive Council with questions about ICC, its history or how to get involved.

About ICC — Uniting Rotarians across borders