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On March 23, 2026, we were invited by our sponsor club, Rotary Hamburg International, to the historic ballroom of the Hotel Reichshof Hamburg to support a special fundraising evening. The Rotary Club Hamburg International used this event to support Rotary Children’s Day in Hamburg. The evening’s program was presented by the magicians of the Magic Circle Hamburg and featured an impressive show of close-up magic, stage illusions, and plenty of humor.
Many thanks for the invitation, Rotary Hamburg International – it was a wonderful evening.

https://hamburg-international.rotary.de

On March 16, 2026, we were invited by our sponsor club, the Rotary Club Hamburg International, to a weekly meeting. On that day, the Rotary Club Hamburg Speicherstadt was also present as a guest. The highlight of the day was the guest speech by the President of Police of the City of Hamburg, Falk Schnabel.

➡️ The Hamburg police employ around 11,500 staff; after Berlin, this represents the second-highest density relative to the population (Hamburg: 6 police employees per 1,000 inhabitants; Berlin: 7, Munich: 3–4).
➡️ Crime rates have continued to decline in 2025 – following 2023 and 2024 (–5%); almost every second crime was solved. Compared to other major cities, Hamburg ranks 7th or 8th (alternating with Cologne), behind Frankfurt, Berlin, and Hanover. However, the number of sexual offenses and cases of property damage is increasing.
➡️ In particular, the growing level of digital crime poses major challenges for the police – including hybrid threats involving drones.

Many thanks to the officers and staff of the Hamburg police for their dedication, for the highly interesting presentation, and for their willingness to answer all our questions patiently and with great expertise !
For us, it was also a great opportunity to get to know the members of the Rotary Club Hamburg International and the Rotary Club Hamburg Speicherstadt better.

Am 16.03.2026 wurden wir von unserem Sponsorclub, dem Rotary Club Hamburg International, zu einem wöchentlichen Meeting eingeladen. An diesem Tag war zudem der Rotary Club Hamburg Speicherstadt zu Gast. Das Highlight des Tages war die Gastrede des Polizeipräsidenten der Stadt Hamburg, Falk Schnabel.

➡️ Die Polizei Hamburg beschäftigt rund 11.500 Mitarbeitende; nach Berlin ist das – bezogen auf die Einwohnerzahl – die zweithöchste Dichte (HH: 6 Polizeibeschäftigte pro 1.000 Einwohner; Berlin: 7, München: 3–4).
➡️ Die Straftaten sind – nach 2023 und 2024 – im Jahr 2025 weiter zurückgegangen (–5 %); fast jede zweite Straftat wurde aufgeklärt. Im Vergleich der großen Städte liegt Hamburg damit hinter Frankfurt, Berlin und Hannover auf Platz 7 oder 8 (im Wechsel mit Köln). Allerdings steigen die Zahlen bei Sexualdelikten und Sachbeschädigungen.
➡️ Vor allem die zunehmende digitale Kriminalität stellt die Polizei vor große Herausforderungen – darunter auch hybride Bedrohungen durch Drohnen.

Vielen Dank für den Einsatz der Kolleginnen und Kollegen der Polizei Hamburg, für den super interessanten Vortrag und die Bereitschaft, all unsere Fragen geduldig und hochkompetent zu beantworten !
Für uns war es nebenbei eine tolle Chance, die Mitglieder des Rotary Club Hamburg International und des Rotary Club Hamburg Speicherstadt besser kennenzulernen.

https://hamburg-international.rotary.de
https://hamburg-speicherstadt.rotary.de

Rotaract Hamburg International celebrated International Women’s Day with a fun evening of bowling 🎳 and great company. During the event, we also honored our women members and guests with flowers 🌸 as a small gesture of appreciation.

Women play a key role in our club. Many of our members and leaders are women who bring ideas, energy, and strong leadership to our projects and community work.

As part of Rotaract, we are a network of young professionals committed to service, friendship, and international understanding 🌍. Through social events and community initiatives, we aim to create a positive impact while building a diverse and supportive community.

A special thank you to the clubs who joined us:
•⁠ ⁠Rotaract Club Hamburg: https://hamburg-club.rotaract.de
•⁠ ⁠Rotaract Club Alstertal: https://hamburg-alstertal.rotaract.de

It was a great evening of connection, laughter, and celebration. Looking forward to many more moments together 🤝✨

This week, from March 9 to March 15, we are celebrating World Rotaract Week.

I just wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you. We all have busy lives, which makes it even more meaningful when people choose to get involved, contribute their time and energy, and help shape our club on a voluntary basis. That commitment is something truly special, and it is a big part of what makes our members and this community so strong.

Thank you to our board, our members, our guests, and everyone who is interested in Rotary and Rotaract and in being part of something meaningful. It is great to see how our club is developing, and I truly believe that we can still achieve a lot together.

Everyone is always welcome to bring in ideas, get involved, and help shape what we are building.

Especially in times like these, when there is so much uncertainty in the world, I believe spaces like this matter even more. Places where people can come together, support one another, grow together, and create something positive.

We also have many exciting events planned this month, so thank you to everyone who is contributing, participating, believing in our mission and making all of this possible.

Happy World Rotaract Week!

Marlow

Hello everyone!

We are going to host a fundraising cultural social event – Ramadan Iftar Dinner

Quick note about Ramadan Iftar:
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar which observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting. Iftar is the daily evening meal with which Muslims end their Islamic fast at sunset during the holy month of Ramadan. In 2023, UNESCO included Iftar and its related traditions on the list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Iftar time in 2026 starts from 18th February and ends at 19th March. To celebrate this huge event worldwide, Let’s gather together!

Activities:
Dining in Authentic Pakistani food restaurant enjoying 4 unlimited variant Buffet and 1 drink per person

Fun games
Casual auction for special Pakistani style handcrafts Pakistani music and dance

Charge:
30 euro per person including 18 euro dining fee and 12 euro for donation to War Child Deutschland http://warchild.de

Let’s gather together for celebration and good purpose!

Looking froward to seeing you all!

For many, the festive season is a time of warmth, family gatherings, and shared celebration. Yet in an aging society, a growing number of seniors experience the holidays without close family around them. This year, members of Rotaract Club Hamburg International set out to brighten the season for residents of a local nursing home for senior people with disabilities, bringing joy to individuals who often lack regular visitors.

“We reached out to the Martha House and shared our idea to fulfill Christmas wishes for those residents who needed it most and bring some holiday joy,” said Magdalena Sierczyńska, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Global Alliance of Rotaract Club Hamburg International. “They sent us six wish lists. The requests were incredibly simple – for example, potted flowers, coloring books, plush toys, even a CD player.”

The visit left a strong impression on everyone involved.

“The wishes were modest, but the impact was immediate” Sierczyńska said. “As the gifts were unpacked, the residents’ joy was clear. We spent half a day with them – talking, listening, going for a walk. It was a reminder of how meaningful human connection can be. ”

Founded in March 2025, Rotaract Club Hamburg International is a young and diverse club, uniting young professionals from various countries who live and work in Hamburg. Despite still shaping its identity, the club is clear about its mission: to contribute positively to the local community and beyond.

“We are a very young organization, and while we’re still shaping our identity, giving back will remain a core part of what we do,” said Marlow D. Guttmann, one of the club’s founders and its current president. “This year we were happy to share the spirit of Christmas with seniors who often feel forgotten. And we are already planning new projects for the coming year.”

Rotaract Club Hamburg International is part of Rotaract District 1890, continuing the wider Rotary tradition of service, fellowship, and global citizenship.

Last Tuesday, we had the opportunity to attend a meeting of the “First Hanseatic Toastmasters.” We gained a favorable impression and enjoyed the warm and welcoming atmosphere. Your space for internationals to practice leadership and public speaking skills strengthens Hamburg’s international community – a mission our club shares as well. 
A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the certificate. 
Thank you for having us!