WELCOME OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!
Doria Josma
Stella Okechukwu
Sol Erdman
Mary Mahoney
Julius Gruber
David Schauer
Nejat Guevensoy
Alberto Gonzalez
Kaan Ozelmas
Please click on below to see their bios and welcome them warmly into our club!
STORIES
"A candid Conversation on the State of the Nation and the Global Order" - sold out
Date: April 8th at 6:00 pm
Venue: The Offices of Vanquour Equities
3 World Trade Center, 38th Floor
175 Greenwich Street
(across the Street from Century 21 on Church Street)
Fee: Attendance is free for RCNY Members; $20 will be charged for non-members.
RC New York No. 6 & RC Vienna – Virtual Joint Club Meeting
Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM EST (6:00–7:00 PM CET)
Topic:
Economic Development in Times of Uncertainty – Situation and Outlook for the US and Europe
Malaika Kitchen Project presentation, April 17, Turkish House, 821 First Avenue, New York, NY
6.30PM
Fourth Consular Session - H.E. Angel Angelov - Consul General of Bulgaria in NYC
March 24th, 2026, at 6.30PM in the Turkish House
Guest presenter at our RCNY Breakfast at the UN on March 26, 2026 at 8.30AM
Ruchira Gupta, internationally recognized anti-trafficking activist
Author of "The Freedom Seeker" and award-winning debut novel "I Kick and I Fly"
Please see the DG's message at following Instagram link: Instagram
H.E. Senen T. Mangalile, Consul General of the Philippines in New York
Please note the new date of Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the Turkish House
H.E. Consul General of Georgia Maia Bartaia receiving Honorary Membership in the Rotary Club of New York
presented jointly by President Mujdat and his wife Huelya.
Christian Much - Former German Ambassador and UN Diplomat
Topic: His latest novel, Goin' Home and Far Away
H.E. Consul General Maia Bartaia- Consulate General of Georgia in New York City - President of the SOFC
Guest presenter on Thursday, February 5, 2026 @ 6.30PM at the Turkish House
First Consular Session at the Turkish House, January 29, 2026 - Meeting notes and impressions
Thank you note from President Mujdat after the most successful first consular session on January 29
SOLD OUT - Consular Series at the Turkish House on January 29, 2026 at 6.30PM
Guest Presenter: Consul General Ambassador Muhittin Ahmet Yazal
Anais Clermont - Dual-Degree Student at Sciences Po Paris and Columbia University
Topic: "UN General Assembly Proclaims 2026 as the International Year of Volunteers (IVY) for Sustainable Development"
Past President RCNY Can Erbilgin with Rotary Club of Atlanta President Kathy Waller during his visit on January 12, 2026
As every year Fraternite Notre Dame with the support of all Rotary Clubs of New York brought smiles to children in Spanish Harlem
President Mujdat with a visitor from India during the RCNY International Breakfast at the UN
on December 18, 2025
"Dear Fellow Rotarians and Dear Friends,
Hülya and I would like to extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones for a joyful Christmas and a bright, healthy, and inspiring New Year!
Last Friday’s New Year Celebration was truly unforgettable. The room was filled with warmth, friendship, and the unmistakable energy that makes the Rotary Club of New York so special. With more than 50 guests, the induction of six outstanding new members, and the celebration of Joachim Bartel’s extraordinary 45 years of service to Rotary, the evening was a powerful reflection of our club’s strength, diversity, and shared commitment to Service Above Self.
The enthusiasm and camaraderie we experienced that night were contagious. It was a clear reminder that our club is not only growing, but thriving — fueled by passion, purpose, and an unwavering spirit of service. Moments like these inspire us to dream bigger and aim higher together.
As we step into the new year, we do so with tremendous momentum and excitement. Our upcoming initiatives — including the Consul Speaker Series — will further elevate our international identity, bring remarkable voices to our club, and open new doors for cultural, social, and professional connections. There is so much to look forward to, and we truly hope each of you will be an active part of this exciting journey.
Thank you for your energy, your friendship, and your continued dedication to Rotary. Together, we are building something truly special — a vibrant, forward-looking club that reflects the very best of Rotary here in the world’s greatest city.
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and an inspiring New Year ahead. Let’s continue to lead with purpose, passion, and service.
With warmest regards,
C. Mujdat Altay
President
Rotary Club of New York"
President Mujdat with the First Lady speaking to members and guests during RCNY Holiday Party
RCNY International Breakfast at the UN - December 18, 2025 at the UN Church Center
Guest Presenter: Ms. Diene Keita, Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
Service With Heart: Rotary Club of Metro NYC’s 2nd Annual Holiday Social & Care Package Project
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM PRESIDENT MUJDAT ALTAY - November 21, 2025 
Dear Fellow Rotarians,
It is my pleasure to share an exciting new initiative that will enrich our club’s international engagement and strengthen our ties with the global diplomatic community.
Beginning January 2026, the Rotary Club of New York will launch a special program entitled.
“The World Meets in New York: A Consular Speaker Series”
Hosted at The Turkish House
With the generous collaboration of the Turkish Consulate General in New York, this distinguished series will bring together Consuls General from ten countries serving in our city. Between January and May 2026, each session will feature a Consul General who will share insights on global affairs, bilateral relations, cultural diplomacy, and their nation’s engagement with the United States and the international community.
Why This Series Matters
New York is the world’s most international city home to one of the largest diplomatic communities on the planet. This program reflects our club’s historic mission of fostering peace, dialogue, and understanding across borders.
The series aims to:
- Strengthen meaningful dialogue between diplomats and civil society
- Offer our members unique first-hand perspectives on global priorities
- Highlight the international spirit of Rotary and our club’s longstanding leadership
- Celebrate the cultural and diplomatic diversity that defines New
All sessions will take place at The Turkish House as Club dinners, which will start 6:30 pm.
Each session will run approximately 45–60 minutes, including time for Q&A.
We look forward to your active participation in this meaningful and globally minded initiative —
one that embodies the spirit of Rotary and the international character of our great city.
Yours in Rotary
Cemil Mujdat Altay, President
Malika Abrous (Chair of RCNY Breakfasts at the UN) with Gerard Schriffen (Past President RCNY) and our respected guest speaker Dr. Maureen Dunne presented with Honorary Membership in our club
Rotary Club of New York Holiday Party 2025 - SOLD OUT
The Penn Club of New York
December 12 @ 6.30PM
Dr. Maureen Dunne - Globally renowned cognitive scientist - Author of "The Neurodiversity Edge"
Guest speaker on November 20 at our RCNY International Breakfast at the UN
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