Kari Schneider Akin, Rotary International District Governor 6580 (Southern Indiana, USA)

A Special Message from Rotary International District Governor Kari Schneider Akin
Rotary District Governor 6580 (2025–2026)
Past President, Rotary Club of Evansville (2022–2023)

It is with great pride that we share a special video message from Kari Schneider Akin, a visionary Rotarian whose leadership and heart for service continue to inspire transformation both locally and globally. As the incoming District Governor of Rotary International District 6580 (2025–2026) and Past President of the Rotary Club of Evansville, Kari’s journey reflects a deep commitment to Rotary’s timeless principle of Service Above Self.

In this message, Kari extends her warmest congratulations and encouragement to the Icons of Change International Awardees. Her words are not only a celebration of their achievements but also a powerful reminder that changemakers across every sector—whether in education, business, governance, or grassroots advocacy—are united by the shared goal of building a better world.

Kari recognizes that each awardee has demonstrated extraordinary leadership in advancing impact aligned with both Rotary’s Seven Areas of Focus and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). She applauds their resilience, innovation, and dedication to service that transcends boundaries and inspires countless others.

Her message challenges every honoree, and indeed all of us, to continue pushing forward to mentor the next generation, to innovate in the face of uncertainty, and to embody the spirit of global citizenship.

As a leader who has guided her Rotary community with vision and purpose, Kari Schneider Akin’s message to the Icons of Change stands as both an acknowledgment of their contributions and a call to even greater impact in the years ahead.

Let us now hear her heartfelt wishes and words of inspiration for this year’s Icons of Change Awardees.

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