Welcome to the Rotary Club of Washington, DC
Upcoming Lunch Programs
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Victor Shiblie
Evolution of Diplomacy
Victor Shiblie is President and Publisher of The Washington Diplomat, the premier independent news publication serving the diplomatic community in Washington, D.C. Since 1994, The Washington Diplomat has been the flagship source for international affairs and diplomacy, reaching a readership of more than 200,000. Its audience includes foreign embassies in Washington, the United Nations, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, the Inter-American Development Bank, the White House, Capitol Hill, the Pentagon, Fortune 500 companies, and federal agencies.
Under Victor's leadership, The Washington Diplomat has earned a reputation as a trusted and influential voice in global affairs. The publication delivers in-depth coverage of international relations, diplomacy, trade and investment, multilateral institutions, humanitarian initiatives, and economic policy. It is especially recognized for its exclusive ambassador profiles and interviews with world leaders, senior government officials, and international decision-makers.
Committed to fostering dialogue and strengthening global understanding, Victor continues to position The Washington Diplomat as an essential platform connecting the diplomatic corps, policymakers, business leaders, and the international community.
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Allyson McKithen
Winternational: Inside Washington, D.C.'s Premier Annual Embassy Showcase
Allyson Browne McKithen is Executive Director of the World Trade Center Washington, D.C., and Vice President of International Programs at Trade Center Management Associates TCMA), which manages the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center.
She leads initiatives that promote international trade, strengthen diplomatic and business partnerships, and position Washington, D.C., as a global hub for commerce, cultural exchange, and international engagement. Her work includes leading trade missions, developing strategic partnerships, and creating programs that connect governments, businesses, embassies, and communities.
Ms. McKithen is the visionary behind Winternational, Washington, D.C.'s premier annual embassy showcase. Under her leadership, the event has grown into one of the nation's capital's signature public diplomacy events, featuring more than 90 embassies and welcoming thousands of visitors each year. By celebrating the cultures, traditions, and people represented in the diplomatic community, Winternational has become a powerful platform for fostering international understanding and strengthening relationships between embassies and the public.
She will share the vision behind Winternational and how cultural diplomacy continues to build global connections in the nation's capital.
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Celebrate the Season
Music by the Salvation Army Band
Happy Holidays!
Our Upcoming Events
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Victor Shiblie
Topic: Evolution of Diplomacy
More info
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Allyson McKithen
Topic: Winternational: Inside Washington, D.C.'s Premier Annual Embassy Showcase
More info
In-Person/Hybrid Washington DC Weekly Club Meeting
Speaker: Celebrate the Season
Topic: Music by the Salvation Army Band
More info
Interested in the Rotary Club of Washington DC?
ATTEND LUNCH
Visitors are warmly invited to attend a weekly luncheon meeting of the Rotary Club of Washington, D.C. to experience our culture of service, leadership, and fellowship. The Club meets every Wednesday from 12:30–1:30 p.m. at the University Club of Washington, D.C. (1135 16th Street NW), with informal fellowship beginning at approximately 12:15 p.m. Guests are encouraged to register in advance using the link below and to introduce themselves at the registration table upon arrival. The cost of lunch is $42.
MEMBERSHIP INFO
We would also like to invite you to attend a New & Prospective Membership Orientation, which takes place on the 3rd Monday of every month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Please register HERE.
It’s the best opportunity to meet Club leaders and learn more firsthand about why joining us is so rewarding personally and professionally.
APPLY TODAY
If you are looking for a place to serve, lead, and connect with others who care about making a difference, we invite you to apply for membership in the Rotary Club of Washington, D.C. Our members come from many professions and backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to “Service Above Self” and to building community in the nation’s capital. Simply complete the application using the link below, and a member of our team will reach out to welcome you and guide you through the next steps.
Impacting the Community
Our members take action to create lasting change in Washington, D.C. and around the world. Through service projects, partnerships, grants, and hands-on volunteerism, we work to address real needs in our community while building meaningful relationships with those we serve and with one another.
Rotary is where people come together to turn commitment into impact.
Our Impact
Club Officers & Board of Directors
