Why does Rotary E-Club One require “wet signature” references for membership applicants?
A wet signature is a physical handwritten signature applied to paper and forwarded by post. The membership committee introduced the wet signature requirement following receipt of two membership applications that were supported with fake email references. Note – a referee is more likely to think seriously about the content of a reference that requires a wet signature. Membership in Rotary E-Club One is not an “easy” option. Requirements for membership admission are stringent. For current Rotarians, Rotary E-Club One requires more reference checks than most Rotary clubs, including written references with wet signatures from the applicant’s former Rotary club including the President, and three current Rotarians who will vouch for the applicant. Rotary E-Club One checks each reference with the writer. Our rigorous screening of applicants is a necessary first step to ensure excellence.
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