Rotary International's representatives to the United Nations in New York have announced 4 November as the date for the 2006 Rotary- UN Day. The annual event at UN headquarters in New York City helps educate Rotarians, their friends, and their families about the complementary roles the UN and Rotary play in supporting humanitarian initiatives and promoting international understanding and peace.

This year, presentations and panel discussions will address humanitarian issues such as hunger, water, health, and literacy based on the theme "The Unfinished Business of Rotary." RI leaders, UN officials, representatives from Unaffiliated nongovernmental organizations, and other invited guests will be among featured speakers at the event.

For the third consecutive year, there will be a separate program for Interact, Youth Exchange students, and other attendees of high school age. Attendees may also reserve tickets for a UN tour and combine their celebration of the Rotary-UN Day with a visit to New York's many cultural and tourist activities, such as Broadway shows.

Seating at the event is limited, so participants are advised to send their completed application forms to the registrar by 21 October. Due to UN security requirements, on-site registration is not available.

Read more details and find registration forms on www.rotary.org .. Questions may be directed to Brad Jenkins, RI alternate representative to the UN in New York