Title
Rumor versus Reality
Short description
This is a discussion method to talk about some misunderstandings that exist in Kiwanis about club life, for example that clubs always need to gather together at the same time and date, and that this can be never changed.
Language of the tool
English
Aim(s)
To clear out some misunderstandings about Kiwanis, its traditions, and what is possible and not in Kiwanis.
Description
Fold page in half, cut cards apart on dotted line, and placethem in a hat.
Have people take a card as they come to your meeting or event. Ask someone to stand up and read a “rumor.” Then ask if anyone knows the real answer to that rumor.
After everyone has chatted for a bit, ask the person with the card to tip it over to the “reality” side and read the answer. After all the cards havebeen read, ask whether there are any other rumors people have heard and discuss them.
Target group
☑ All Kiwanis Members
☑ Kiwanis Club Leadership
☑ Kiwanis District/Nation Leadership
☑ Kiwanis Division Leadership
☑ Kiwanis Europe Leadership
☑ Young Kiwanians (Youth professionals & others)
☑ Kiwanis Trainers & Experts
Needed materials
- Hat
- Scissors
Duration and training process
1 hour
Category of the tool
Tool types
☑ Board game
☑ Discussion method
☑ Team work activity
☑ Workshop
Topic addressed
☑ Club strengthening
☑ Member retention
☑ Motivation of volunteers
☑ Recruitment of new members
Behind the tool
Corporate office of Kiwanis International
The tool was created by
Membership and education