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How Rotary Fights Preventable Diseases |
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#GivingTuesday 2023 |
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Be An Ally: Tips To Support Mental Health & Well-Being |
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The Rotary Foundation: The Magnitude Of Our Impact |
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Rotary Membership – Some Common Questions & Answers |
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The "Plus" In PolioPlus |
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People of Action Reading List |
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Why Mental Health Matters |
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Get Started And Grow Your Membership |
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Celebrate World Interact Week 2023 |
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Using 'Kit Culture' To Attract Younger Volunteers |
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Counting Down To World Polio Day 2023 |
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Building A Stronger Brand Identity Using Storytelling |
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Rotary: What’s In It For Me? |
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World Mental Health Day 2023 |
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Celebrate Community Economic Development |
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Rotary International – At Your Service |
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World Polio Day 2023 - Are You Ready? |
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Five Tips For Effective Education Technology Programs |
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Morocco Disaster Response Fund |
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District 7030 Social Media Challenge |
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Take Action On International Literacy Day |
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Rotary-Peace Corps Week 2023 |
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District 7030 Club Projects (August 2023) |
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Membership Makeover: Invigorate Your Club |
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Participate In Meaningful Service experiences With Rotary |
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Remembering The Child In Each Polio Case |
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Help Rotary Create Hope In The World With These Three Initiatives |
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Membership Development |
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Prioritizing Mental Health |
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Making Rotary's Public Image A Priority |
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What Type Of Organization Would Rotary Be If It Started Today? |
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Where Society Goes, Rotary Must Follow To Stay Relevant |
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Engaging A Specialist To Help Your Club |
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How To Apply For A Global Grant |
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RI President Gordon's Call To Action |
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RI President Jennifer Jones: Imagine Impact Tour |
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Membership Resources To Help Enhance Your Club |
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Our Most Important Value Is Leadership |
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The Basics Of Building A Fun & Healthy Rotary Club |
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RI President Jennifer Jones: Not Goodbye, But Good Work |
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Creating An Engaging Experience For Club Members |
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The Power Of Video To Tell Our Rotary Stories |
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Why Is The Global Eradication of Polio So Costly? |
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District Governor Message (June 2023) |
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Turning Good Leaders Into Great Leaders |
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10 Tips For Delivering An Exceptional Member Experience |
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Eradicating Modern Slavery? |
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RC Cayenne: People Of Action |
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To Change The World, Start Young |
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How Does The Rotary Foundation Help When Disaster Strikes? |
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RC Tobago: Great Projects To Start 2023 |
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RYLA Guyana 2023: Environmental Project Competition |
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Where’s The Human Touch? |
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RC Southwest Tobago: Annual Back-To-School Project |
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Celebrate Youth Service Month In May |
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District Governor Message (April/May 2023) |
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Elevating The Rotary Learning Experience |
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RC Penal Welcomes District Governor |
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Protecting The Environment - New RI Theme For April |
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First Recipient Of The RI Sylvia Whitlock Leadership Award |
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RC Port of Spain West: Paramin Development Committee – A Rotary Community Corps |
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Now Is The Best Time To Help End Polio |
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Rotary Scholarships: Investing In The Future |
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RC Penal Celebrates 20th Anniversary |
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Cultivating Effective Projects: A 2023 Webinar Series |
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You Asked...RIPE Gordon McInally Answered. |
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Get Ready For World Immunization Week 2023 |
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District 7030 Meeting With CARICOM On Childhood Obesity Prevention |
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RC Paramaribo Residence: Supporting Childhood Obesity Prevention |
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RC Barbados: Youth Elevation Scheme Programme
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Historic Visit of RI President Jennifer Jones To District 7030 |
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World Rotaract Week 2023 |
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Recognize & Celebrate International Women's Day 2023 |
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District Governor Message (March 2023) |
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An Introduction To & Overview Of The Rotary Foundation |
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Grow Your Membership With MeetUp |
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Targeted Funds To Aid Pakistan And Ukraine |
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District Governor Message (February 2023) |
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Improve Your Storytelling Skills |
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The Trusted Way: Making Sound Ethical Decisions Using The Four-Way Test |
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Empowering Girls Is About More Than Creating Equity |
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RC Paramaribo Residence: Childhood Obesity Prevention Program School Project |
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RC St. Vincent: Breast Cancer Awareness Project |
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District Governor Visit To Guadeloupe |
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Rotary St. Vincent Collaborates To Bring Relief To Families |
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District Governor Message (January 2023) |
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Rotary Suriname: 5K Health Walk 2022 |
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Rotaract: Not Future Leaders, But Leaders Of The Present |
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Unlocking Learning Potential Using The Rotary Learning Center |
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RC Paramaribo Quota: Quota Men Cookout 2022 |
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RC Antigua: Marine Conservation Sea Turtle Monitoring Project |
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Rotary District 7030: Club Refresh Initiative |
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Rotary Suriname: Greener Together Environment Project |
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District Governor Message (December 2022) |
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Giving Tuesday 2022: Celebrating 10 Year Anniversary |
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The Learning Curve: Free Education Using Rotary's Online Learning Center |
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Leveraging Expertise: Tap Into Rotary's Partners |
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Using District Resource Networks |
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RC Antigua Sundown: Literacy Project |
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RC Paramaribo Residence: I-Syi Girls Empowerment Project |
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RTC Grenada: Hooked On Books |
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Interact District 7030: Environmental Project - Green Spaces & Happy Places |
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Rotary District 7030: The New Generations Service Exchange Experience From District 4621 In Brazil |
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RC Antigua Sundown: End Polio Now Awareness Walk 2022
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RC Garden City: Empower Girls Now Wellness Weekend |
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District 7030 EnviroClub Awards 2022-2023 |
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Rotary & UNICEF - A New Handbook For Humanitarians |
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Give To The Rotary Foundation This November |
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Does Your Nonprofit Board Need a Chief Governance Officer? |
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District Governor Message (November 2022) |
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Kick-Start Your Club’s Social Media Presence |
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Get Connected - How To Build Outreach (And Membership) For Your Club |
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Celebrate World Interact Week 2022 |
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Comfort & Care Of Members: Rules of Engagement |
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World Polio Day 2022 and Beyond: A Healthier Future For Mothers and Children |
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Rotary's Renewed Commitments To #EndPolioNow |
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A Smart(er) Non-Profit: How Smart Tech Is Transforming Community-Based Organizations |
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Rotaract Club of Atlanta Metro: “The Future of Humanity” |
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How To Make Your Club More Eco-Friendly |
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World Polio Day 2022 - Are You Ready? |
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Rotary's Action Plan - Taking Action For Change |
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RC San Fernando South: UN Peace Day Polls |
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Get Ready For Reconnect Week 2022! |
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District Governor Message (October 2022) |
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Find Your Fellowship - Enhance Your Rotary Experience |
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Turning The Tide - Why Rotary Is Committed To Mangroves |
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RI Commits US $150 Million To End Polio |
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Rotary District 7030 Celebrates International Day Of Peace 2022 |
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Global Citizen Festival 2022: Take Action Now |
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United Nations International Day of Peace 2022: End Racism Build Peace |
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2022 Interact Awards |
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The Dynamic Rotary Club Board |
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RC Garden City: Little Free Community Library |
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Managing Personality Conflicts In Your Club |
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Bridging The Intergenerational Gap |
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2022-2023 RI + District 7030 Citations Update |
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RC Garden City: Launch Of Children's Environmental Handbook |
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RC Grenada: Alphonsus Daniel - An Almost Rare Gem |
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District Governor Message (September 2022) |
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Using The New Brand Center - Creating Logos |
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Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions & Optimists To Hold 2nd Annual Joint Service Week |
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Honoring Health Care Workers |
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RI Member Survey Gives Glimpse Of Where Rotary Is At |
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Kick-Start Your Club’s Social Media Presence |
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Rotary Zones 33/34 - ZOOMformation (August 2022) |
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Rotary Seeks To End Human Trafficking |
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District Governor Installation Ceremony 2022 |
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District Governor Message (July/August 2022) |
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RI Presidential Initiatives For 2022-2023 |
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Message From District 7030 Governor For 2022-2023 |
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2022 RI Convention - Attend Virtually |
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Rotary District 7030 Signs Agreement With CDEMA |
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How To Get Involved In Rotary Friendship Exchange |
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Develop Leadership Skills Through Rotary Fellowship |
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2022 Rotaract Project Awards |
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Logos To-Go: How To Keep Your Club’s Graphics Up-To-Date |
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Interest-Based Clubs: Common Ground For New Members |
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Getting A Global Grant For Plastic Solutions |
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My Rotary Reporting: Rotaract Training 2022 |
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Getting More Involved In Programs For Young Leaders |
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RI Membership Society - Each One, Bring One |
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2022 World Environment Conference Inspires Huge Youth Turnout |
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Learn More About How You Can Support Young Leaders |
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Recognize World Immunization Week 2022 |
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Rotary and Earth Day 2022 |
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Council On Legislation 2022 Updates |
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Rotary and UNICEF Focus On Empowering Girls |
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Take Action For Maternal and Child Health Month |
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District 7030 Leading Rotaract In Zone 34 |
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Zones 33/34: Rotary Empowers Girls Webinar |
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2022 Updates On Rotary's Action Plan |
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The Role Of Vocational Service In Giving The Gift Of Rotary |
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HANWASH |
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Together We Fight Hunger |
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TRF Scale Models For Rotaract Clubs |
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Keeping Clubs Calm |
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2021-2022 Zone 34 Public Image Citation (Updates) |
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Disaster Relief Funds For Ukraine |
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World Immunization Week 2022 |
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World Obesity Day 2022 |
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Rotary's Position Statement On COVID-19 Vaccination |
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Water, Sanitation & Hygiene Rotary Action Group |
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Create Environments Of Peace |
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Taking Action To Empower Girls Now |
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Rotary Zones 33/34: You've Been Served Initiative |
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World Rotaract Week 2022 |
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Rotary International Assembly 2022 |
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A Rotarian: The Modern Day Superhero |
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Together We Promote Peace |
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Rotary Action Group Menstrual Health & Hygiene: Breaking The Silence |
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Marketing Multiplies Membership |
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The Pilots Of Peace - Rotary Action Group For Peace |
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The Four-Way Test - Past, Present & Future |
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The Seven Centers of Peace |
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Make Everyone Welcome - Create A Club That Values Diversity & Inclusion |
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How To Recruit And Support Rotary Peace Fellow Candidates |
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Engaging Members + Delivering Value - A Membership Webinar Series |
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2021 Interact Awards - Update |
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Rotary District 7030 World Obesity Day Campaign - 7030 Moves for COP |
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2021-2022 Rotaract Outstanding Projects Awards |
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Accountability and Inclusion: A DEI Webinar Series |
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Re-Shaping Rotary's Future |
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Club DEI Health Check - New Year, New View, New Goals |
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Innovate To Recruit |
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Vocational Service In Rotary |
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Managing Change |
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Boost Membership & Engagement With An E-Newsletter |
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Rotary In Action: 2021 Annual Report |
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Why Your Club Needs A Public Image Chair |
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Does Your Club "Look" Like Your Community ? |
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The Annual Fund & SHARE System |
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Are You Growing Rotary Through "Each One, Bring One" ? |
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The Many Benefits Of Meeting Virtually |
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The Power Of A Garden |
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Leave No Girl Behind: Empowering Girls Initiative |
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Why Caring About The Environment Matters |
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Making A Difference Through Service |
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Reality and Dangers of Cyber-Grooming |
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Engaging In Disease Prevention & Treatment |
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Better Together: Partnerships In Rotary |
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How Rotary Meets Our Needs |
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COP 26: RI President Mehta Commits To Mangrove Initiatives |
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Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions and Optimist Join To Celebrate Community |
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Rotary Live with RI President Shekhar Mehta: Empowering Girls |
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It Pays To Get Corporate |
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Increase Your Impact During Rotary Foundation Month |
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7 Reasons To Not Miss The 2022 RI Convention |
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Professional And Personal Development: Untapped Membership Tool |
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November - This Is Rotary Foundation Month |
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Valuable Public Image Tips |
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World Interact Week 2021 |
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Protecting The Environment Begins At Home |
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RLI Sunshine Online |
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More Tips For Online Meeting Etiquette & Effectiveness |
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Make "Volunteering" Relevant To The Next Generation |
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5 Ingredients Of A Successful Rotary Club |
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You Are The Generation Who Can End Polio |
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Mentoring In Rotary - Pair Up and Prosper |
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#HashTags 101 |
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Celebrate World Interact Week 2021 |
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How & Why Rotary Members Raise Money For Polio |
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Promoting Rotary's Public Image |
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Where There's A Wheelchair, There's A Way |
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World Polio Day 2021 - Are You Ready? |
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Bring Your Rotary Story To Life - Use POA Campaign |
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Community Assessments: Five Common Sense Principles for Doing Good...Better! |
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2021 Rotary Alumni Reconnect Week |
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Have You Subscribed To Rotary District 7030's YouTube Channel? |
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Tips For Online Meeting Etiquette |
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Peace In Cyberspace |
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2021 Interact Awards |
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Basic Education and Literacy Rotary Action Group |
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RC Demerara Brings COVID-19 Vaccines To Remote Communities |
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Meetings Made Modern |
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Challenge Accepted |
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Rotary Means Business |
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Climate Change Is A Humanitarian Crisis
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Zones 33-34: Rotary Works - 2021/2022 |
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One Year Since African Region Certified Wild Polio-Free |
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Translate Strategy Into Action |
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Rotary Is At A Tipping Point |
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The Rotary Action Plan - What Clubs Can Do |
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Recruit Like Recruiters Do |
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Empowering Girls |
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Engagement Leads To Retention |
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How To Improve Your Photography: Telling Rotary’s Story In Pictures |
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The Rotary Foundation Canada |
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Tips For Creating Compelling Social Media Content |
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What Value Does Your Club Have For Young Professionals? |
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Youth & Peace In Action |
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Reflections On The Four-Way Test |
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How To Create Your Club's Own Instagram Story |
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How Do We Innovate At Rotary? |
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Young People Can Make Their Mark Through Rotary |
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Club Turnarounds: Don't Just Fight For Survival, Make Your Club Thrive |
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ClubRunner's Rotary Changeover Training Series |
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How We Use Our Social Media Accounts Matter |
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2021-2022 Zone 34 Public Image Citation |
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Important 2021 Updates On My Rotary |
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Why Everyone Should Be Using The ClubRunner Mobile App |
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How To Keep Your (New) Club Thriving |
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Club Strategic Planning - More Engaged, Less Glazed |
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5 Tips For Making Your Training Accessible |
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Nonprofits Make Gains In Measuring Their Impact |
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The Power Of A Story |
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Reimagining Rotary: A Look Back At The 2020-21 Rotary Year |
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Shekhar Mehta - Dream Weaver |
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Each One, Bring One |
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Capitalize On Your Strengths For Member Satisfaction |
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A Guide To The Updated Rotary Foundation Funding Model |
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RI President Shekhar Mehta's Message (July 2021) |
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Membership and Public Image - What's The Difference? |
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Promote Your Club And Your Members As People Of Action |
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Recharge Your Club's Branding To Attract (and Retain) Members |
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2020-2021 District Governor Message (June) |
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Six Easy Steps To A Successful Online Event |
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CDS Americas: All Things Rotary |
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Succession Planning - Are You Prepared? |
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Rotary Suriname: COVID-19 Vaccination Awareness Project: |
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Brush Up On Your Leadership Skills |
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A History of Vaccination |
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Getting The Recognition Rotary Deserves |
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How Engaged Are Your Club Members |
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Rotary's Hidden Influence |
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Rotary Learning Center Updates For 2021 |
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Tips For Your Project's Future Success: Lessons from WASH |
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How To Talk To Someone Who Is Vaccine Hesitant |
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Eco-Friendly Rotary Service Projects Around The World |
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RIPE Mehta’s Presidential Initiatives |
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A Message to Interact Club Advisers and Club Sponsors |
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District 7030 Conference 2021: Rotary Without Borders |
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Polio Vaccination Experience Can Support COVID-19 Fight |
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2020-2021 District Governor Message (April/May) |
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4 Ways To Celebrate Youth Service Month Virtually |
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Keep Your Projects On Track With A Data-Driven Approach To Rotary Service |
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What Every Rotary Club Should Know About Running Virtual/In-Person Meetings |
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RC Garden City Green Thrive Project Launch |
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How To Succeed At Community Assessments |
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RC Garden City BINS Project |
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Your Role In Supporting Membership Leads From My Rotary |
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Rotary Online Best Practices: A Guide to Hosting Hybrid Club Meetings |
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World Immunization Week 2021
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Rotary Online Best Practices: Knowing When Not to Host a Virtual Meeting |
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An Overview Of Membership Engagement & Retention For Your Club |
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Rotary Online Best Practices: Ditch Message Boards and Internal Emails with Slack |
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Zones 33-34: Rotary Works - Updates |
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World Immunization Week: 24-30 April |
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Remembering PDG Hervé Honoré With the tragic passing of PDG Hervé Honoré and the outpour of sympathies from the family of District 7030, Rotarians, Rotaractors, Interactors, friends and family are invited to take part in his memorial service on Thursday 08th April 2021 from 3:00 p.m. (GMT-4) via livestream on the District 7030 Facebook Page. Additionally, at the request of PDG Hervé's mother, Rotarians are being asked to donate to the Fondation Hospices Civils de Lyon – a privately funded research institute that was instrumental in diagnosing the disease from which he suffered. Please click here to access the special donation platform establish by District 7030 for those wishing to donate via credit card.
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Rotary Online Best Practices: Live Streaming Your Club Meetings |
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Changes To The Funding Model For TRF |
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Save The Date for Global Youth Service Day |
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Why You Should Care About Rotary Branding |
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Rotary Online Best Practices: Engage Your Audience with a Virtual Greeter for your Online Meetings |
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Visit Rotary International World Headquarters |
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Rotary And The Coronavirus Impact - Part 2 of 2 |
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5 Easy-and-Free Ideas for Club Vocational Service |
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Rotary And The Coronavirus Impact - Part 1 of 2 |
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Rotary Online Best Practices: Having Efficient Committee Meetings Online |
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Rotary Ramps Up COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts |
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Using Demographics To Improve Your Club |
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2021 Launch of Interact Environmental Olympics |
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2021 World Rotaract Day Message |
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Enhance Your Rotary Knowledge and Leadership Skills in The Rotary Learning Center
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Rotary Clubs of Suriname - Launch of On Bon Mange |
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Zone 34 Public Image Team: Check Yo' Self |
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2020-2021 District Governor Message (March) |
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Club Visioning May Re-Energize Your Club |
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2020-2021 District Governor Message (February) |
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Rotary Club of Garden City (Georgetown) Guyana in Action |
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Thoughts On How To Engage New Rotarians |
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Passport Clubs - A Solution To Membership Woes? |
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Rotary Opens Opportunities - Rotaractors Seeking Mentors |
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What's The "Spirit" Of Rotary? |
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Your Club's Social Media - Content Is King ! |
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How The Heck Do You Do That? |
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District 7030 Special: Time To Join Rotary Fellowships & Rotary Action GroupsView In English Voir En Français |
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District 7030: RYLA 2021 - Days 1 & 2 Recap  In case you missed it or just want to see it again, check out all the sessions from RYLA 2021 Au cas où vous l'auriez manqué ou si vous souhaitez simplement le revoir, découvrez toutes les sessions de RYLA 2021 |
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How To Win With Facebook Advertising |
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Stop The Churn - Value Your Members |
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Childhood Obesity Prevention: Launch of On Bon Manjé |
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Are We Training Our Members Sufficiently?
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Fundraising Under LockDown |
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Why Is It Important To Improve Rotary’s Public Image?
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Member Satisfaction - What Image Does Your Club Portray? |
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Connecting To The Media - How To Talk To Your Local Press |
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RI President Holger Champions ESRAG's "I Fix The Planet" Contest |
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Getting Our Branding Right !
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Bounce Back And Build Resilience In Your Club |
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An Introduction To The Feed 10Million Initiative |
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Filling The Need: How To Organize A Successful Food Drive |
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What's New In Rotaract |
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Zones 33-34: Rotary Works - Rotary Opens Career Opportunities |
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Attention Interactors: Apply To Serve On The New Interact Advisory Council |
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How Rotary Zones 33-34 Feed 10Million Initiative Tackles Hunger During COVID-19 |
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Zones 33-34: Rotary Works - A New Vocational Initiative |
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2020-2021 District Governor Message (December) |
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D7030 Special Event: What's New In Rotaract |
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Accountability and Inclusion: A DEI Series |
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2020 Interact Awards - Update |
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Interact Virtual Global Youth Summit 2020 - Update |
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International Fellowship of Rotarian Musicians |
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D7030: Journey From Interact To Rotary |
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Zones 33/34 Leadership Summit: 2020 General Session and Closing Ceremony |
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RTC Barbados: Super Service Saturdays |
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Zones 33/34 Leadership Summit: 2020 Opening Ceremony |
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D7030 Webinar: Transforming The Way We EatView English Only |
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RC Garden City: First Ever Fundraiser |
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2020 Zone Summit Spotlight: PDG Roger Bose - Zone 33/34 DGE Training Assistant Chair |
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When Hunger Hits Home: Global Food Insecurity Is A Local Issue |
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RC Georgetown Central: Donation To Top Grade 6 Assessment Performers |
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District 7030 Special: Grants & GivingView In English Voir En Français |
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RTC Barbados: Cranberries Give Back |
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D7030 Special Event: Transforming The Way We Eat |
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RC Georgetown Central: Donation Of Exercise Equipment To City Park |
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District 7030: Alumni Reconnect Special EventView In English Voir En Français |
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2020-21 Rotaract Presidential Conferences |
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RC San Fernando: Interact Debate Competition |
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High-Speed Internet Isn’t A Luxury Anymore |
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Historic Moments - When Rotary Became Intercontinental |
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Public Image and Relations In The Age Of COVID-19 |
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Raise For Rotary - A Great Way To Recognize & Support Foundation Month |
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Hybrid Rotary Meetings Technology Guide |
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Rotary/Rotaract: An Introduction To Rotary Foundation Grants |
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2020-2021 District Governor Message (November) |
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Zone 34 Public Image Citation Updates |
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Rotary Zones 33 & 34 Virtual Leadership Summit 2020 |
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Interact Virtual Global Youth Summit 2020 |
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Final Segment of District 6960 Infinite Possibilities Series 1: Women In Rotary |
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ONE CARIBBEAN Multi-District World Polio Day Event Update |
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The Important Work Of Fighting Polio Must Continue |
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RC Antigua: Donation To OCS Reading Project |
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District 7030 Special Event - PolioPlus Within The Context of COVID-19 [Carol Pandak] |
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Community Development During A Pandemic |
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Reshaping Rotary’s Future With Online Learning |
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ONE CARIBBEAN Multi-District World Polio Day Online Event |
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Celebrate World Interact Week 2020 |
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First Time PHF Special Offer |
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What Is Strategic Planning? |
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District 7030 Special Event - Website Optimization & Conversions |
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RC St. Lucia Sunset: I Pledge Campaign |
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2020 Interact Awards |
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Educating During A Pandemic And Beyond |
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Rotary Alumni Reconnect Week |
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2020-2021 District Governor Message (October) |
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RC Garden City: Our Newest Rotary Club In District 7030 |
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RC Kourou: 50th Anniversary |
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Rotarian Dr. Tunji Funsho Named One Of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People In The World It is with great pride that Rotary International announces that one of our own has been named one of TIME’s “100 Most Influential People in the World.” On 22nd September, Dr. Tunji Funsho, Rotary’s Nigeria National PolioPlus Chair was named to the TIME 100 list for his critical leadership in working with Rotary members and our partners to achieve a wild polio-free Nigeria and eradicate the wild poliovirus in the African region. He is the first Rotary member to receive this honor for our work to eradicate polio. You can view Dr. Funsho’s profile on the TIME website here. |
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District 7030: Grants & Giving  As part of Rotary Foundation month, on 14th November, the District 7030 Rotary Foundation Grants Sub-Committee is proud to host an online session on Grants and Giving. With a cadre of experienced and expert speakers, this educational and informative event should be attended by all Rotarians and Rotaractors, whether spearheading Rotary Foundation club activities or interested in sourcing funds for club projects. Click here for more information and to register.
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RC Paramaribo Residence: Go GLO 2020 On 10th September, the Rotary Club of Paramaribo Residence held the 19th edition of its Go GLO event and achieved great success. GLO is a Dutch abbreviation for 'Normal Lower Education' which applies to primary or elementary schools. Go GLO is the club's yearly signature event where the top graduates from primary schools are honored and put into the spotlight. The event aims to encourage and motivate younger generations (8-12 years old) to do their very best at school. This year the event was made completely ‘Corona proof’ by organizing a drive-thru party for the graduates. A Go GLO event record of 301 participants passed by different “hotspots” where they received gifts, snacks, school supplies. The event was topped off with certificate presentations to students by the Minster of Education and Minister of Defence. The top 5 students for the year received special awards, as well as, recognition from the Minister of Education Ms Marie Levens. |
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RC Demerara MembershipThere are many reasons to join Rotary! Check out the Video Guide to current members and potential new candidates for membership from the Rotary Club of Demerara. There’s information about the Club, a bit of Club history, some details on what projects and activities the club has been working on since 1993, and some ways in which persons can join or contribute to make the world a better place. District 7030 congratulated RC Demerara on wonderful achievement to expand the reach and increase the impact of Rotary. Read more for RC Demerara's latest club newsletters. |
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RID Peter Kyle - Rotary's History As A Peace-Building OrganizationView In English Voir En Français In recognition of World Peace Day on 21st September, the District 7030 Peace-Building Committee hosted Rotary International Director Peter Kyle as part of its 3rd online peace-building session. It was a most educational address which included a historical account and perspective of Rotary's origins and involvement in peace-building over the last 75 years, as well as, the future of Rotary as a peace-building organization. For those who missed it or for those who want to see it again, recordings of the session are now available. Click here to view the session in English. En reconnaissance de la Journée Mondiale de la Paix le 21 Septembre, le Comité de Consolidation de la Paix du District 7030 a accueilli le directeur du Rotary International Peter Kyle dans le cadre de sa troisième session de consolidation de la paix en ligne. C'était une allocution très éducative qui comprenait un compte rendu historique et une perspective des origines et de l'implication du Rotary dans la consolidation de la paix au cours des 75 dernières années, ainsi que sur l'avenir du Rotary en tant qu'organisation de consolidation de la paix.. Pour ceux qui l'ont raté ou pour ceux qui veulent le revoir, des enregistrements de la session sont maintenant disponibles. Cliquez ici pour voir la session en français. |
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Celebrating An International Day of Peace Monday 21st September - International Day of Peace or World Peace Day - a day each year observed around the world and declared by the UN General Assembly as one devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, through observing 24 hours of non-violence and cease-fire. This year, it has been clearer than ever that we are not each other’s enemies. Rather, our common enemy is a tireless virus that threatens our health, security and very way of life. COVID-19 has thrown our world into turmoil and forcibly reminded us that what happens in one part of the planet can impact people everywhere. Read more to see how this day has been celebrated around the world.
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RC St. Augustine: Annual Golf For Life Tournament The Rotary Club of St Augustine will be hosting its 10th Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament, 'Golf for Life' on Saturday 3rd October, 2019 at Millennium Lakes Golf & Country Club in Trincity, Trinidad. This golf tournament is a major fundraiser with proceeds to the Club’s Areas of Focus for Disease Prevention and Literacy Projects. To find out how you participate in this event, please review the Poster attached with a registration form, along with a profile of the Rotary Club of St Augustine. The contribution per team is TT$3,000.00. In keeping with COVID-19 Mitigation Protocols, Millennium Lakes Golf & Country Club recently published adjustments, which is also included here as a reference. For more information on the event, please email rotaryclubofstaugustinett@gmail.com
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RC Maraval: Virtual Cooking Extravaganza Fundraiser The Rotary Club of Maraval is excited to share the details of their Virtual Cooking Extravaganza Fundraiser happening on Saturday September 26, 2020 at 6:00 pm to 7.30pm. This family event is facilitated by internationally acclaimed chef Debra Sardinah-Metivier and will, not only be fun, but, is also for a good cause! Net proceeds contributed will be spent on providing children in need with tools for virtual learning and improved literacy! For more information view event video or contact rotarymaraval@gmail.com
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RC Liamuiga Donates To Saddlers Home For The Elderly BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – On Thursday September 17th, members of the Rotary Club of Liamuiga were on hand to make a timely donation to the Saddlers Home for the Elderly. The intimate handover ceremony took place on the heels of National Heroes Day at the Department of Social Services and Community Development. Club President Deniece Alleyne officially made the presentation of 100 disposable masks and a cheque for EC$1000 towards the purchase of bed covers. Deputy Director in Department of Social Services and Community Development, Ms Ann Wigley, accepted on behalf of the Saddlers Home. |
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D7030 Peace-Building: Rotary's Historical Role As A Peace-Building Organization [Peter Kyle]  In recognition of UN World Peace Day on 21st September, Zone 33/34 RI Director Peter Kyle will address the membership of District 7030 on Rotary Peace initiatives and Rotary's Historical Role as a Peace-Building organization. Please register for this online event at your earliest convenience.
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District 7030 Special Event - Supporting Education [RIPE Shekhar Mehta]View In English On 12th September 2020, Rotary District 7030 proudly hosted Rotary International President-Elect Shekhar Mehta who facilitated a most informative online session on the T-E-A-C-H Program in India. In this most informative session, RIPE Shekar, shared his expertise, experience on how this program was a milestone achievement across the sub-continent and a tangible example of how one of Rotary's seven Areas of Focus - Supporting Education - can be means to bring about global change, as well as, improve the quality of life for individuals and communities. For those who missed it or for those who want to see it again, recordings of the session are now available. Click here to view the session in English and read more to download the presentation. |
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RC Liamuiga Donates School Supplies BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – On Saturday 5th September, the Rotary Club of Liamuiga held its first community service project for the 2020-2021 Rotary Year. With the start of the academic year just 2 days away, a Back-to-School Supplies distribution initiative was conducted at the Anglican Church Hall. During a brief ceremony chaired by President Deniece Alleyne, school bags filled with much-needed items were presented to 18 students in-need from various primary schools throughout St. Kitts. Each student received a backpack filled with notebooks, ruler, pencils, pencil eraser and pens. In her remarks to the parents, guardians and students in attendance, President Deniece highlighted the difficult financial struggles that the ongoing pandemic has caused. She also encouraged the students to do their best during the upcoming school year and pledged the RC Liamuiga’s continued support for education and youth development.
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RC Central Port of Spain: 2020 Member Quotes During the month of August, the membership committee of the Rotary Club of Central Port of Spain asked its members for quotes on Rotary International and the Rotary Club of Central Port of Spain for Rotary International’s Membership month. Each quote was then featured daily for the month and shared on the club's social media platforms. View attached file for a summary of the members' quotes.
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United Nations International Day of Peace Since 1981 the United Nations (UN) has observed International Day of Peace to raise awareness, educate people and promote peace through cessation of acts of war and violence over a 24-hour period. On September 21st, the International Day of Peace will be celebrated under the theme "Shaping Peace Together". Auspiciously, Promoting Peace is one of Rotary's seven areas of focus with Rotarians around the world dedicated to the goals of building international relationships, improving lives and creating a better world. |
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RC Antigua Supported By Citizenship by Investment Unit On Wednesday 2nd September, the Chief Executive Officer of the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), Mrs. Charmaine Donovan, presented a cheque of EC$25,000 to the Rotary Club of Antigua. EC$10,000 will be allocated to expanding the club’s oversubscribed COVID-19 Relief Food Voucher Programme, while EC$15,000 will be used to assist with building two new classrooms at the School for the Deaf. The CIU also made a donation of school supplies including bags, books, pens and pencils to the club’s Back to School initiative. |
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RC Portsmouth: Global Grant Approved To Help Schools In Dominica Devastated by Category 5 Hurricane Maria in 2017, most of the 59 primary schools on the island Commonwealth of Dominica were severely damaged or collapsed and the computers and books in the schools were destroyed. Restoring Learning Technologies is an initiative from the IT for Dominica Foundation out of Alberta, Canada to mitigate some of these losses. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Rotary clubs located in Canada and Dominica along with the IT for Dominica Foundation, the gap in providing learning resources and information technology (IT) support for students in 30 primary schools is about to be met.
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D7030 Special Event: Address on Basic Education & Literacy by RIPE Shekhar Mehta  Rotary District 7030 is proud to host another milestone event during the 2020-2021 Rotary Year. In recognition of Basic Education & Literacy Month on 12th September, RI President-Elect Shekhar Mehta will address District 7030 on his experiences with one of Rotary's Area of Focus - Supporting Education - and how clubs and members this month and every month can explore opportunities to serve their communities. Please register for this online event at your earliest convenience Le District 7030 du Rotary est fier d'accueillir un autre événement marquant au cours de l'année rotarienne 2020-2021. En reconnaissance du Mois de l'Éducation de Base et de l'Alphabétisation le 12 Septembre, le Président Élu du RI, Shekhar Mehta, s'adressera au District 7030 sur ses expériences avec l'un des domaines d'intervention du Rotary - Soutenir l'Éducation - et comment les clubs et les membres de ce mois et chaque mois peuvent explorer les opportunités servir leurs communautés. Veuillez vous inscrire à cet événement en ligne dans les meilleurs délais.
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2020-2021 District Governor Message (September)My Rotary Family, we are already one sixth of the way through the Rotary year and it feels like just yesterday we were waking up to the start of the new year. In September, Rotary focuses on Basic Education and Literacy. Did you know that over 776 million people over the age of 15 are illiterate? While we in District 7030 open opportunities to support education, we should remember that this month's theme is also integral to our mission to promote peace in our District and our world. Remember that without basic education and literacy, poverty and inequality will persist, and with these conditions, peace cannot exist. |
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RC Antigua Sundown Supports Health and Sanitation In June 2020, the Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown (RCAS) donated much needed cleaning and sanitation supplies to the All Saints Heath Center. According to health professionals at the center, the products will be distributed among the five (5) major clinics across the island. Continuing its charitable work, RCAS embarked on a second phase of the project where President Julian Wilkins presented fifteen (15) gallons of bleach and five (5) gallons of disinfectant for distribution. The donation is timely said Dr. Jonathan McComie, as the general health and sanitation of all centers are paramount particularly during this time of COVID-19. |
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Catch Up on District 6960 Infinite Possibilities Series 1: Women In Rotary INFINITE POSSIBILITIES: Women In Rotary! is a Four-Part Membership Series offering Rotarians the unique opportunity to hear from some of the most dynamic speakers in Rotary, and get a front row seat to learn from major Rotary International speakers. The topics focus on Rotary history, celebrations, challenges, vision, encouragement, enthusiasm and motivation to grow your membership! You will find each one-hour webinar well worth your time and attention. The first webinar in July featured Sylvia Whitlock, the first Female Rotary Club President, and the recently held second session on Boldly Leading The Way featured Jenny Stotts. For those who missed it or for those who want to see it again, recordings of the session are now available...Keep reading to watch. |
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District 7030 Special Event - Present Like A Pro [Michael Angelo Caruso]View In English Voir En Français On 26th August 2020, Rotary District 7030 proudly hosted Rotarian Michael Angelo Caruso - Public Image Coordinator for Zone 28 East - who facilitated a most informative online session Present Like A Pro...Online and In-Person. In this most dynamic and targeted presentation and discussion, Michael - also known as the "speaker's speaker" - and who's entertaining speaking style helps leaders, salespeople, customer service teams and Rotarians around the world, shared his expertise, experience and some invaluable tips and insights on how to be a better speaker/presenter. Whether by connecting and engaging with an audience though speaking style, body language, content planning or calls to action, Michael's tips and guidelines are sure to provide all with great lessons on how to better deliver information whether for work, for Rotary or in life. For those who missed it or for those who want to see it again, recordings of the session are now available. Click here to view the session in English. Le 26 août 2020, le District 7030 du Rotary a fièrement accueilli le Rotarien Michael Angelo Caruso - Coordonnateur de l'Image Publique pour la Zone 28 Est - qui a animé une session en ligne des plus informatives appelée Présent Comme un Pro ... Virtuellement et en Personne. Dans cette présentation et discussion des plus dynamiques et ciblées, Michael - également connu sous le nom de "conférencier" - et dont le style de discours divertissant aide les dirigeants, les vendeurs, les équipes de service client et les Rotariens du monde entier, a partagé son expertise, son expérience et quelques conseils et astuces inestimables. des idées sur la façon d'être un meilleur orateur / présentateur. Que ce soit en se connectant et en interagissant avec un public via le style de parole, le langage corporel, la planification de contenu ou des appels à l'action, les conseils et directives de Michael ne manqueront pas de fournir à tous d'excellentes leçons sur la façon de mieux fournir des informations que ce soit pour le travail, pour le Rotary ou dans la vie. Pour ceux qui l'ont raté ou pour ceux qui veulent le revoir, des enregistrements de la session sont maintenant disponibles. Cliquez ici pour voir la session en français. |
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WHO Declares Africa Free of Wild Poliovirus RotaryDistrict7030 is overwhelmed to announce that Africa has been declared free of the wild poliovirus by the WHO !! The continent has stamped out wild poliovirus after a three-decade campaign against a disease that once paralyzed 75,000 children on the continent every year. The achievement is a major step toward ridding the globe of the virus that causes the disabling — and sometimes deadly — disease of polio: Only Afghanistan and Pakistan are still reporting cases. This is a milestone achievement in our lifetimes and all members of the Rotary family should celebrate and promote the news as much as possible so that the world knows that we are #ThisClose to eradicating polio from the globe. For more information, visit endpolio.org |
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Rotary Clubs of South Trinidad - PriceSmart Hampers For COVID-19 Relief In late August, a generous donation of 420 hampers was provided by PriceSmart to the Rotary clubs of South Trinidad. Targeted for distribution among those in particular need as a result of the effects of COVID-19, the initiative was spearheaded by Patricia Woods of the Price Philanthropies Foundation (formerly Price Family Charitable Fund) - a private nonprofit foundation established by the founders of PriceSmart. Also a Rotarian, Patricia emphasized that this donation is part of PriceSmart’s initiative to assist countries within the Caribbean during this challenging time and complimented a previous donation of hampers made earlier by PriceSmart to the Rotary clubs of Central Trinidad.
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NewGen PeaceBuilders - Building A Culture of PeaceView In English Voir En Français On 22nd August 2020, in its 2nd peace-building online session, the District 7030 Peace-Building Committee hosted Patricia Shafer - Executive Director of NewGen PeaceBuilders - who presented on Building a Culture of Peace: Putting Principles of Positive Peace and Young People at the Center of a Global Dream. In this most dynamic and informative presentation, Patricia, a Rotary Peace Fellow, Rotary Positive Peace Activator and IEP Global Peace Index Ambassador, shared her perspectives gained from eight years of leading the nonprofit NewGen Peacebuilders. For those who missed it or for those who want to see it again, recordings of the session are now available. Click here to view the session in English. Le 22 août 2020, lors de sa deuxième session en ligne sur la consolidation de la paix, le Comité de consolidation de la paix du district 7030 a accueilli Patricia Shafer - Directrice exécutive de NewGen PeaceBuilders - qui a présenté sur Construire une culture de la paix: mettre les principes de la paix positive et des jeunes à la Centre d'un rêve mondial. Dans cette présentation la plus dynamique et la plus informative, Patricia, boursière du Rotary pour la paix, activatrice du Rotary pour la paix positive et ambassadrice de l'indice mondial de la paix de l'IEP, a partagé ses perspectives acquises au cours de huit ans à la tête de l'organisation à but non lucratif NewGen Peacebuilders. Pour ceux qui l'ont raté ou pour ceux qui veulent le revoir, des enregistrements de la session sont maintenant disponibles. Cliquez ici pour voir la session en français. |
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New Rotary Satellite Club in Trinidad and Tobago Rotarians know the importance of building our membership and expanding our reach...so it is most critical for us to recognize and commemorate each time we grow as a District and add to our collective tapestry. Effective 2nd July 2020, the Rotary Satellite Club of Diego Martin Evening, Trinidad and Tobago was officially established as a satellite club of the Rotary Club of Diego Martin, and consequently increased the number of satellite clubs in District 7030 from two to three. |
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Get Ready For World Polio Day Start planning your World Polio Day event now! World Polio Day is October 24. Now's the time to start planning events in your community. You'll find resources to help you plan and promote your event, including a sample press release and social media messages and graphics, in the World Polio Day Toolkit. Although hosting in-person events may be restrictive or limited, simultaneously streaming live events, watch parties and virtual events are now serving as great models for clubs, particularly as the first World Polio Day live event in a COVID-19 world approaches. Last year, Rotarians hosted more than 4,000 World Polio Day events in 90+ countries. Let's plan even more events this year, whether large or small, whether in-person or online and let the world know that the fight to end polio isn't over. Don't forget to register your event and join persons from all over the world on World Polio Day. |
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Young Inventor of Eco-Friendly Bricks Comes Full Circle Binish Desai began working on an eco-friendly brick made out of recycling and waste, when he was 11. The former Rotary Youth Exchange student, inventor, and entrepreneur credits Rotary with giving him the support to pursue his dreams. Now he’s giving back through a new Rotary club. Over nearly two decades he has come up with several inventions; built and lost a company; founded, with his wife, several women’s empowerment centers; and generally concocted ways to improve the lives of everyone in his very broadly defined community. Central to his success has been his involvement with Rotary, a relationship that was sparked by a family connection and nurtured by a year in the United States as a Rotary Youth Exchange student. Now, as a charter member of the Rotary Club of Vibrant Valsad, his life in Rotary has taken flight. Click here to read more
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Why Being Kind Is As Important As Ever Your parents told you to be nice to people. Guess what? They were right. Here’s why. Doing good doesn’t only benefit other people. It helps us, too. Studies show that helping others boosts serotonin, a neurotransmitter that makes us feel satisfied. Another benefit to feeling rewarded when we do good: It lowers our stress levels. Who couldn’t use that right now? Facing the COVID-19 pandemic, people everywhere are feeling anxious about their health, their families, their jobs, and their futures. Click here to read more.
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Z34 PI BootCamp: Learn How to Use Canva to Create Engaging Content If you have attended any of the Zone 34 webinars, you know they are big fans of Canva and use it to create most of the graphics, emails, slide decks, animations, and social posts they need. Canva is chock full of template ideas, free clip art and images, plus you can load all of the Rotary logos and the Rotary color palette to make sure your creative stays on brand. In this session, Zone 34 Assistant Rotary Public Image Coordinator Kelsey Mitchell is joined by Zone 33 Assistant Rotary Public Image Coordinator LaShonda Delivuk to teach the basics, in addition to tips and tricks for the more seasoned Canva users. Registration is open to all Rotarians and Rotaractors. |
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District 7020 Virtual Symposium: Journey To Rotary Rotary District 7020 presents it's first ever Virtual Symposium under the theme "The Journey to Rotary". Join in on this most timely event, as it discusses the importance of Rotaractors transitioning to Rotary! The keynote address for this event will be given by Past Rotary International President Barry Rassin who will speak on the topic "The Future of Rotary". District 7020 Governor Charles Sealy and District 7020 Rotaract Representative Trevor Bridgewater II will also give motivational addresses. The symposium panel is made up of dynamic Rotarians who will be sharing their success stories of why they transitioned and why they stayed. This is a highly anticipated event...so be sure to register today and share this information with all members of the Rotary family as we each do our part to grow Rotary. Click HERE to register. |
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D7030 Peace-Building Program: Address By NewGen PeaceBuilders In its 2nd peace-building online session, the District 7030 PeaceBuilding Committee is pleased to host Patricia Shafer - Executive Director of NewGen PeaceBuilders who shall be presenting on Building a Culture of Peace: Putting Principles of Positive Peace and Young People at the Center of a Global Dream. In this dynamic, interactive presentation, Patricia, a Rotary Peace Fellow, Rotary Positive Peace Activator and IEP Global Peace Index Ambassador, will share her perspective gained from eight years of leading the nonprofit NewGen Peacebuilders. Please register for this online event at your earliest convenience Lors de sa deuxième session en ligne sur la consolidation de la paix, le Comité de consolidation de la paix du district 7030 est heureux d'accueillir Patricia Shafer - Directrice exécutive de NewGen PeaceBuilders, qui présentera sur Construire une culture de la paix: mettre les principes de la paix positive et des jeunes au centre d'un rêve mondial. Dans cette présentation dynamique et interactive, Patricia, boursière du Rotary pour la paix, activatrice du Rotary pour la paix positive et ambassadrice de l'indice mondial de la paix de l'IEP, partagera sa perspective acquise au cours de huit ans à la tête de l'organisation à but non lucratif NewGen Peacebuilders. Veuillez vous inscrire à cet événement en ligne dans les meilleurs délais.
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District Special Event: Membership In RotaryView In English On 12th August 2020, District 7030 proudly hosted RI Director of Membership Development - Brian King, as well as, Chair of the RI Membership Committee - David Edwards. Together, they presented and discussed the current status of Rotary membership in District 7030 and around the world, in addition to new developments and strategies to improve membership growth and retention. For those who missed it or for those who want to see it again, recordings of the session are now available. Le 12 août 2020, le district 7030 a fièrement accueilli le directeur du développement de l'effectif du RI - Brian King, ainsi que le président du comité de l'adhésion du RI - David Edwards. Ensemble, ils ont présenté et discuté du statut actuel des membres du Rotary dans le district 7030 et dans le monde, en plus des nouveaux développements et stratégies pour améliorer la croissance et la rétention des membres. Pour ceux qui l'ont raté ou pour ceux qui veulent le revoir, des enregistrements de la session sont maintenant disponibles. |
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Jennifer E. Jones Makes History - First Woman Named RI President Nominee Jennifer E. Jones, a member of the Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland, Ontario, Canada, has been nominated to become Rotary International’s president for 2022-23, a groundbreaking selection that will make her the first woman to hold that office in the organization’s 115-year history. Jones will officially become president-nominee on 1 October if no other candidates challenge her. |
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RC Antigua Donates Needed Supplies On July 31st 2020 at Rotary House, Antigua, Rotarians, the Cuban Ambassador to Antigua and Barbuda, Maria Esther Fiffe, and representatives from the Leonard “Tim” Hector Memorial Committee, participated in the presentation of dry foods and toiletries to representatives of the “Henry Reeve” Contingent of the Cuban Medical Brigade who in turn expressed their profound gratitude. |
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2020-21 Zone 34 Public Image Citation  The Zone 34 Public Image Citation is going to be a little different this year for clubs. It isn’t going to be a flurry of activity at the beginning of the year and a mad dash to the finish line. Instead, it is going to be a steady report of your club’s progress and both District 7030 and Zone 34 Public Image Teams look forward to guiding and accompanying you on this journey. Register now for the citation to start receiving information and next steps for your club to qualify. While a club's Public Image Chair should definitely register, any and all other members from Rotary and Rotaract can also register as every member is in some way responsible for a club's public image. La Citation de l'image publique de la zone 34 sera un peu différente cette année pour les clubs. Ce ne sera pas une vague d’activités en début d’année et une course folle vers la ligne d’arrivée. Au lieu de cela, ce sera un rapport régulier sur les progrès de votre club et les équipes Image publique du District 7030 et de la Zone 34 se réjouissent de vous guider et de vous accompagner dans ce voyage. Inscrivez-vous maintenant à la citation pour commencer à recevoir des informations et les prochaines étapes pour que votre club se qualifie. Si le responsable de l'image publique d'un club doit absolument s'inscrire, tous les autres membres du Rotary et du Rotaract peuvent également s'inscrire, car chaque membre est d'une manière ou d'une autre responsable de l'image publique d'un club.
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5 Questions About Environmental ProjectsAs people of action, Rotarians have been shaping the conversation on the environment for years, from addressing climate change that threatens entire food systems to fighting pollution that clogs our air and water. Rotarians are well-suited for the challenge. They use their connections to find creative solutions and take action to safeguard our vital resources. The Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group (ESRAG) assists Rotary clubs, districts and multi-districts in building awareness, inspiring action, and planning service projects that focus on environmental sustainability, awareness of climate change, and actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Karen Kendrick-Hands - Communications Director for ESRAG - answers five major questions about Rotary new area of focus and provides some interesting information to all clubs.
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2020-2021 District Governor Message (August)My Rotary Family, once again I am excited to bring you greetings from my wife, Maggie and myself as this month we focus on Membership and New Club Development. Building on the momentum that we achieved in July, and with an eye firmly fixed on our members, we are excited by the opportunities for growth that are seemingly boundless. We have seen that together we can create sustainable change as we harness the energy of the entire District to focus on common causes. |
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2020 Rotaract World Peace Conference The Rotaract World Peace Conference - Rotaract for Peace seeks to become a movement of Rotaractors to promote actions for peace around the world. This is the origin of the Rotaract World Peace Conference, which is an event to learn about various projects focused on peace, led by young leaders in Rotary International, we provide various tools for creating projects with peace topics in Rotaract clubs around the world. The conference is led, formulated and conducted by Rotaractors from various districts. We aim to encourage young professionals in Rotary to take action and join forces in order to develop the area of Peace, Conflict Resolution and Prevention. Register here to view the conference live streams.
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Meet Kriddles Roberts - The Woman Changing The Face of Rotary Kriddles Roberts is the youngest president of Waitakere Rotary Kriddles Roberts has an extraordinary story - born into the gang life, experiencing homelessness, starting a charity and now joining a "bigger machine" - she's the surprising new president of Waitakere Rotary, New Zealand. Roberts, young, Māori, tattooed down to her gold-ringed fingers and born into the gang life, is the youngest president of Waitakere Rotary and only the fourth woman to lead the West Auckland club. Click here to listen to her story and continuing reading about her inspiring journey.
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TRF Critical Update On Global Grants The world is facing a global crisis and in these difficult circumstances, The Rotary Foundation Board of Trustees is making tough decisions to enable our organization thrive. They reported that in 2013-14, when global grants were introduced, the Foundation awarded 868 global grants worth US$47.3 million. By 2018-19, the number of global grants awarded had risen to 1,403 - worth US$86.6 million. However, while the demand for grants rose by 80%, corresponding Annual Fund contributions did not keep pace, showing only a 7% increase during the same time period. And therein lies the problem.
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D7030 Monthly Special Event: Address By Summer Lewis on Peace-Building & Conflict ResolutionView In English Voir En Français On 20th July 2020, the District Peace-Building Committee hosted Summer Lewis - Partnership Coordinator between Rotary International and the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) - who presented on ways to build positive peace to Rotarians and Rotaractors in District 7030. Several means by which clubs and members can explore and activate peace-building initiatives were discussed, as well as, opportunities and resources offered by IEP. For those who missed it or for those who want to see it again, recordings of the session are now available. Click here to view the session in English. Le 20 juillet 2020, le Comité de consolidation de la paix du district a accueilli Summer Lewis - Coordinateur de partenariat entre le Rotary International et l'Institut pour l'économie et la paix (IEP) - qui a présenté les moyens de construire une paix positive pour les Rotariens et les Rotaractiens du District 7030. Plusieurs moyens par Les clubs et membres qui peuvent explorer et activer les initiatives de consolidation de la paix ont été discutés, ainsi que les opportunités et les ressources offertes par l'IEP. Pour ceux qui l'ont raté ou pour ceux qui veulent le revoir, des enregistrements de la session sont maintenant disponibles. Cliquez ici pour voir la session en français. |
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District Special Project On Childhood Obesity PreventionView In English Voir En Français On 18th July 2020, the District Special Project Committee on Childhood Obesity Prevention presented project plans to Rotary and Rotaract club leaders. These plans included overall goals and objectives of the committee, as well as, tools and resources to be made available to clubs in order for them to adopt and execute successful childhood obesity prevention projects during the 2020-2021 Rotary year. For those who missed it or for those who want to see it again, recordings of the session are now available. Click here to view the session in English. Le 18 juillet 2020, le comité de projet spécial de district sur la prévention de l'obésité infantile a présenté des plans de projet aux dirigeants des clubs Rotary et Rotaract. Ces plans comprenaient les buts et objectifs généraux du comité, ainsi que des outils et des ressources à mettre à la disposition des clubs afin qu'ils adoptent et exécutent avec succès des projets de prévention de l'obésité infantile au cours de l'année rotarienne 2020-2021. Pour ceux qui l'ont raté ou pour ceux qui veulent le revoir, des enregistrements de la session sont maintenant disponibles. Cliquez ici pour voir la session en français. |
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Explore RI's Virtual House of Friendship  Now More Than Ever, Rotary Connects the World! Continue to connect with the family of Rotary by visiting the virtual House of Friendship through 31 July. Explore, ask questions, and interact with other members at this exhibit, open 24 hours a day, that features Rotary Action Groups, Rotary Fellowships, projects, and partners. Share the experience with your club, family, and friends by encouraging them to visit, too.
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District 6960 Infinite Possibilities Series 1: Women In RotaryINFINITE POSSIBILITIES: Women In Rotary! is a Four-Part Membership Series offering Rotarians the unique opportunity to hear from some of the most dynamic speakers in Rotary, and get a front row seat to learn from major Rotary International speakers. The topics focus on Rotary history, celebrations, challenges, vision, encouragement, enthusiasm and motivation to grow your membership! You will find each one-hour webinar well worth your time and attention. The first webinar features Sylvia Whitlock, the first Female Rotary Club President, and is hosted by RI Vice President Johrita Solari and RI Director Valarie Wafer. |
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2019-2020 Zone 34 Public Image Citation Recipients Congratulations to the following clubs on receiving the Rotary Zone 34 Public Image Citation for 2019-2020: RC Antigua, RC Central Port of Spain, RC Paramaribo, RC St. Augustine. Particular mention and applause to RC Penal and RC Port of Spain West for receiving platinum recognition.
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D7030 Monthly Special Event: Address By RI President Holger KnaackClick to view in English Cliquez pour voir en Français On 4th July 2020, District 7030 was honored to host Rotary International President 2020-2021 Holger Knaack and privileged as he not only addressed our membership on the dynamic state and adaptability of Rotary, but also, gave of his time to answer questions and address concerns from Rotarians and Rotaractors. Whether you attended this online meeting or missed it, please take a few minutes and watch the recording as it will surely put a positive light on your next steps as a member of the Rotary family. |
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2020-2021 District Governor Message (July)My fellow Rotarians in Rotary District 7030, my wife Maggie and I bring you greetings at the commencement of this new Rotary year. A Rotary year in which our President Holger Knaack has used as his theme “Rotary Opens Opportunities”. What a prophetic theme! The opportunities that are being opened right now through the extraordinary circumstances in which we are living are boundless. So through every challenge comes opportunities. |
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RC Antigua: First UWI Five Islands Campus Scholarship On June 22, Mrs. Sharon Henry-Phillip – a student at The University of the West Indies (UWI) Five Islands Campus – was the first recipient of the Rotary/UWI Five Islands Campus Scholarship. Designed to assist a current student of the Campus who maintains scholastic excellence, the scholarship, valued at EC$6,444.76, covers the cost of study for one year leading to the completion of a Bachelor’s degree and includes tuition, books and Guild fees. Pro Vice-Chancellor and Campus Principal, Professor Stafford Griffith gave remarks during the presentation of the inaugural scholarship, stating, “Today is a historic day for the Campus. I want to thank the Rotary Club of Antigua for its service and commitment to promoting the welfare and well-being of individuals. We are thankful for the scholarship, and we note this is the first benefactor scholarship to be awarded through the Five Islands Campus and it is therefore historic”.
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New Rotary Area of Focus - Supporting The Environment On 25th June 2020, Rotary International President Mark Maloney announced that the Rotary Foundation Trustees and Rotary International Board of Directors both unanimously approved adding a new area of focus: Supporting The Environment! This now becomes Rotary's seventh area of focus, which are categories of service activities supported by global grants. It joins peacebuilding and conflict prevention; disease prevention and treatment; water, sanitation, and hygiene; maternal and child health; basic education and literacy; and community economic development.
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2020 RI Virtual Convention - General Session #2View In English Voir En Français The second general session of the 2020 RI Virtual Convention took place on Sunday 21st June. For those who missed it or for those who want to see it again, recordings of the session are now available. Click here to view the session in English. La deuxième session générale de la Convention Virtuelle RI 2020 a eu lieu le Dimanche 21 Juin. Pour ceux qui l'ont raté ou pour ceux qui veulent le revoir, des enregistrements de la session sont maintenant disponibles. Cliquez ici pour voir la session en français. |
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2020 RI Virtual Convention - General Session #1View In English Voir En Français The first general session of the 2020 RI Virtual Convention took place on Saturday 20th June. For those who missed it or for those who want to see it again, recordings of the session are now available. Click here to view the session in English. La première session générale de la Convention Virtuelle RI 2020 a eu lieu le Samedi 20 Juin. Pour ceux qui l'ont raté ou pour ceux qui veulent le revoir, des enregistrements de la session sont maintenant disponibles. Cliquez ici pour voir la session en français. |
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RC Liamuiga: District Governor Elect Pays Courtesy Call BASSETERRE, St. Kitts: District Governor-elect (DGE) for Rotary District 7030, Mr. David Lisle Chase, was the featured guest at the Rotary Club of Liamuiga’s weekly virtual meeting on June 17, 2020. The charter president of the Rotary Club of Gros Islet, Saint Lucia, DGE Lisle will begin his term as Governor this July. In a wide-ranging discussion with the Liamuiga Rotarians, as well as members of the Rotaract Club of Nevis, DGE Lisle shared his vision and goals for District 7030.
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RC Antigua: A Bed At Home On Wednesday 17th June 2020, the Rotary Club of Antigua continued the distribution of hospital beds under its project "A Bed At Home". Flexible and comfortable beds were donated to Ms. Dale Fowler from Liberta, Mr. Leslie Emanuel from Potters Village and Ms. Oslyn Pluck from Cassada Gardens in Antigua. All three recipients have expressed profound gratitude to the club for such a significant contribution to persons living with disabilities. |
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A Lifetime of Service Above Self - PDG Henri Guda - 50 Years In Rotary"Service Above Self" - selfless commitment to our community and to our fellow man - is the motto of all Rotary clubs around the world. The Rotary Club of Paramaribo is commemorating for the first time in Suriname the golden anniversary of Rotarian Henri Guda who celebrated 50 years in rotary on 15th June. Mr H.A.M. (Henri) Guda was inducted into the Rotary Club of Paramaribo fifty years ago in 1970 at the age of 36. Henri Guda became an active and involved Rotarian and was elected President of the Rotary Club of Paramaribo for the 1988/89 Rotary year. Eight years after this in 1997-1998 he became the first District Governor of Surinamese descent. Over the years, Rotarian Henri initiated many sustainable activities and community projects, including the Vocational Excellence Awards (V.E.A.), reactivating the National Art Fair (NK) and the annual sponsorship of the Christmas packages promotion of the Salvation Army. Please join with all of District 7030 in celebrating this unique and milestone achievement.
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2020 Rotary District 7030 Business Meeting - Updates To follow-up and close matters related to Rotary District 7030's 2020 Business Meeting held on Saturday 13th June, please feel free to view / download all relevant presentations made on the day. You may also view recordings of meeting which are available in either English or French. For further information or for any queries related to such, please contact DS Leah Sahely. |
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Rotary Peace Fellowship Alumni Association's 2020 Global Cyber Peace ConferenceRegister today for the Rotary Peace Fellowship Alumni Association's Global Cyber Peace Conference on 27th June! Join dynamic and interactive discussions with speakers and attendees from around the globe. Use the code ACCESSPEACE to register for free. Peacebuilding thought leaders John Paul Lederach, author of “The Moral Imagination,” and Irene Santiago, nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2005 as one of 1000 outstanding women peacemakers and peacebuilders in the world will offer their wisdom and inspiration.
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2020 RI Virtual Convention - Update Visit riconvention.org for more details on the upcoming 2020 Rotary Virtual Convention from 20th through 26th June. Find information on general session speakers such as Mark Maloney, Holger Knaack, Shekhar Mehta and many more; planned activities such as the House of Friendship and Walking Challenge; and featured breakout sessions on using virtual tools, engaging members and alumni, environmental initiatives, new club types, rotaract's new status, global grants, the Rotary brand and several other diverse, attractive and engaging topics. You can even sign up to receive updates about the 2020 Virtual Convention, including when registration for event opens. |
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RC Antigua Launches COVID-19 Food Voucher Programme It is without a doubt that COVID-19 has significantly impacted the social and economic lives of many citizens and residents in Antigua and Barbuda. With this in mind, the Rotary Club of Antigua (RCOA) embarked on a Food Voucher Programme, geared towards bringing relief to approximately four hundred (400) individuals, whose income have been directly affected as a result of COVID-19. The programme was officially launched on May 14, 2020 and is expected to run for at least three (3) months in the first instance. It caters to single parents and families with children where the income earners have suffered loss of income as a result of the termination of their employment. |
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RC Tobago's Philbert Williams Receives Honorable Mention In The Rotarian's Annual Photo Contest More than 600 entries from 56 countries and geographical areas were received for the Rotarian's 2020 photo contest . These photographs cover the vast plains of Inner Mongolia to the man-made canyons of Hong Kong. They tell a story of Rotarians exploring the world with open eyes and hearts, making connections across cultures, and capturing beauty wherever they find it. Contest judge and professional photographer, Damon Winter's discerning eye and comments on the images submitted are like a master class in photography and it is no easy task to be one of the photos selected in this contest. In the June 2020 edition of the Rotarian magazine, with his photo submission worthy of honorable mention, Rotarian Philbert Williams, from the Rotary Club of Tobago in District 7030, finds himself among these chosen few and is now a notable member of this audacious and illustrious group making his club, his district and his fellow rotarians ever so proud of his accomplishment. |
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Italian Rotary Club Uses Expertise To Aid In Coronavirus Fight While Italy has been largely locked down to fight the coronavirus, members of the Rotary Club of Morimondo Abbazia have galvanized support — and a measure of hope — for people and businesses reeling from the effects of the pandemic. Their efforts are addressing both immediate and long-term needs: donating meals to health care workers, organizing a supply chain to get the ingredients for liquid sanitizer, and helping businesses that depend on in-person commerce move their operations online.
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Rotary & ToastMasters: New Leadership Development Courses Now Available Check out the new Leadership Develop Courses from Rotary International & ToastMasters available via the Rotary Learning Center |
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2020 Zone 33/34 PI Citation & Club Video Contest - New Deadline Extension Please note that the Zone 34 has extended the deadline to JUNE 30th for both the Zone Video Contest and the Zone PI Citation
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Rotary International Board Updates - April 2020 The 2019–20 RI Board of Directors met via video conference on 18 March and 21–24 April 2020. At these meetings, the Board reviewed 10 committee reports and recorded 36 decisions many of which were in response to the evolving global circumstances surround the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting effects on Rotary clubs and members. Read more to see a summary of these decisions as of April...
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RC St. Vincent South Donates US$500,000 of Medical Equipment to SVGKINGSTOWN, St. Vincent and the Grenadines (May 7, 2020) – The Rotary Club of St. Vincent South has signed an MOU with Rotary Medical Equipment and Supplies Abroad Foundation Inc.(MESA) in Ohio USA, to donate a 40’ container of medical equipment and supplies. These supplies are valued at over US$500,000 and are donated to the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines through the Ministry of Health, Wellness and The Environment. The equipment was handed over to Central Stores on Wednesday, April 29th, 2020. |
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Hacking A Solution To The COVID-19 Pandemic Rotarians in Lithuania and Chicago, Illinois, USA, are using their influence to promote the use of “bubble helmets” and potentially lessen the need for mechanical ventilators for COVID-19 patients who struggle to breathe on their own. The Rotary Club of Vilnius Lituanica International, Lithuania, participated in Hack the Crisis, an online event in March that brought together innovators in science and technology to “hack,” or develop solutions to, issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Members of the Lithuanian club, along with members of the Rotary Clubs of Chicago and Chicagoland Lithuanians (Westmont), joined a team to brainstorm ways to help COVID-19 patients breathe without using mechanical ventilators. |
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COVID-19 #RotaryResponds Telethon |
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Staying Connected & Engaging MembersThese are certainly interesting times we live in. None of us could have foreseen these extraordinary circumstances brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the novel coronavirus. Rotary clubs everywhere are wrestling with the question, How do we stay connected and maintain membership engagement during the pandemic? Well, this is Rotary and I am sure that these challenges will bring out our considerable strengths – ingenuity, decisiveness, flexibility, and integrity. Here are some ideas as a guide to assist clubs in their efforts to stay connected and maintain membership engagement during these difficult times. The suggestions are not exhaustive, and many clubs will surely come up with new ideas as their ingenuity and adaptability finds new and innovative ways to maintain our fellowship. But we wanted to offer this guide to all clubs as they explore online meetings and other adaptive solutions. |
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2020 RI Virtual ConventionSave the Date for Rotary International's Free Virtual Event "Now More than Ever, Rotary Connects the World: The 2020 Rotary Virtual Convention" When: 20-26 June Check riconvention.org in May for more details |
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Do More Than Ever Through Strategic Planning Rotary Club of Coppell, Texas, USA: The power of strategic planning was on display, and I could not have been more excited. It was a Saturday morning in February, before the pandemic forced us all into stay-at-home mode. I was facilitating the ninth-annual planning event for the Rotary Club of Park Cities, Texas, with 39 members in attendance for the half day session. They had signed up to craft strategic action plans for 2020-21, the third year of a three-year strategic plan. This was a quarter of their membership! Now, admittedly, social distancing has created some new challenges for all of us in planning. But as we have all seen and heard, there are some pretty awesome tools available to stay connected virtually. And as Rotary has much to give the world in these unprecedented times, the value of strategic planning is as critical as ever. It is in that spirit that I look back and share what we were able to accomplish, hoping to encourage other clubs to enhance their impact by doing the same. |
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#RotaryResponds - COVID-19 Telethon On 2nd May 2020 starting at 11:00 a.m. (AST), join the #RotaryResponds COVID-19 Telethon to hear stories of hope, inspiration and gratitude from Rotarians, Rotaractors and friends of Rotary from across the globe as they share what they are doing to help their communities. Click here for more information. |
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TRF Grant Options To Respond To COVID-19As people of action, Rotary members want to find ways to respond to COVID-19, and to help people affected by it. The Rotary Foundation offers several options that Rotarians can use to help care for and protect people in their own communities and others around the world. |
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Connect With The (Online) Rotary World Have you moved your club or district meetings online? Still feel like you’re trying to figure things out? This webinar hosted by Rotary’s Membership Development team just might do the trick! On Tuesday 28 April from 15:00-15:45 (CDT), CDS - Americas hosts “Connect with the (Online) Rotary World”. |
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Rotary Peace Center Recognizes Christine CharlotRotary Peace Center recognizes Christine Charlot (Chula 2017) who gained practical skills and a global network through the Professional Development Certificate Program at the Rotary Peace Center at Chulalongkorn University in Thailand. |
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2020 DG Easter Message Fellow Rotarians,\ Chers Rotariens,Happy Easter to All! \ Joyeuses Pâques à tous!
I trust that you and your families are all well, and staying safe. We celebrate Easter, this year in very trying circumstances. But the Easter story of triumph over adversity teaches of us of the Christian faith to not despair; this too shall pass! As our risen Saviour rose triumphant from the death’s cold grasp, we will emerge from this pandemic. \ J'espère que vous et vos familles allez tous bien et que vous êtes en sécurité. Nous célébrons Pâques, cette année dans des circonstances très éprouvantes. Mais l'histoire de Pâques, celle du triomphe sur l'adversité, nous enseigne, à nous les Chrétiens, à ne pas désespérer ; cela aussi passera ! Comme notre Sauveur ressuscité s'est levé triomphant de la mort, nous sortirons de cette pandémie. |
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Joint Statement From International Service Clubs On COVID-19 Woven through the fabric of virtually every community on earth, service clubs of Kiwanis International, Lions Clubs International, Optimist International, and Rotary International are working safely and diligently to maintain connections with each other and our neighbors so that we can cope with and overcome the effects of COVID-19. We are leveraging the strength of our combined networks of 3.2 million members to provide comfort and hope to those feeling the effects of isolation and fear. And we are focusing our collective skills, resources and ideas to support frontline health workers and first responders as they battle this disease and save lives.
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How Rotary Clubs Help Fight COVID-19 Pandemic As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads uncertainty and hardship around the world, Rotary members and participants are innovating, caring for those affected, and showing that even at a distance, there are ways to help. As people of action, Rotary members are engaged in their communities — gathering for projects and offering help to those in need. But in many areas, life is changing drastically. Health experts are urging people to maintain distance from others or even isolate themselves in order to slow the spread of the highly contagious virus. Fighting disease is one of Rotary’s main causes, so members already support efforts to promote proper hand washing techniques, teach people other ways to stay healthy, and supply training and vital medical equipment to health care providers. Now they’re helping health authorities communicate lifesaving information about COVID-19 and donating protective gear and other supplies to clinics and hospitals that are under strain because of the pandemic. |
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Message from Rotary Peace Fellow Christine Charlot of District 7030English Fraçais |
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2019-2020 District 7030 Online Education & Training Series Over the month of April 2020, the 2019--2020 District 7030 Training Team is pleased to offer all members of the district the opportunity to learn more about some priority topics relevant to the success of your Rotary year. Topics were identified by clubs and members, where each week, an experienced and informed facilitator will present valuable information and effective ideas and strategies towards achieving club goals and objectives. The list of topics, facilitators, dates, links to presentation materials and more can be found here. All members of District 7030 are encouraged to join and participate.
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2019-2020 District 7030 Diabetes Project One of the two special projects that DG Trevor is focusing on in this Rotary year is the Prevention and Management of Diabetes. It is our hope that your club will see it possible to adopt this project. In the 2010-2011 Rotary year, our District was involved in such a project and more than 40 clubs participated. Since the late 1960's we have witnessed a transition from a disease pattern dominated by infectious diseases to one in which chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is out front. Diabetes is one of the leading NCDs. Diabetes is best defined as a group of disorders characterized by reduced secretion of or altered sensitivity to insulin with sustained elevation of blood glucose levels. Diabetes is associated with long term damage, dysfunction and failure of organs, especially eyes, kidneys, blood vessels of the heart, brain and limbs. The primary causes are dietary change and reduced activity.
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2020 TRF Decision & Statement In Response To COVID-19 On 24th March 2020, the Executive Committee of TRF, acting on behalf of the Trustees, took the decision shown below to increase options for Rotarians to utilize Rotary Foundations grants – including district, global, and disaster response – to support Rotary's response to COVID-19. With this decision, background information considered by the Executive Committee before taking its decision is also included.
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2020 Zone 33/34 PI Citation & Club Video Contest - Deadline Extension |
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Staying Connected In A Crisis For many of us, our Rotary family is an important part of our lives. These friendships connect us to our communities and the world and provide avenues of soul-enriching service. All over the Caribbean...all over the world, we currently find ourselves in unprecedented times that test our ability to stay connected. None of us could have foreseen these extraordinary circumstances brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the novel coronavirus. Rotary clubs everywhere are wrestling with the question, How do we maintain membership engagement during the pandemic? This unique situation requires an unusual amount of adaptability, creativity and innovation from both clubs and Rotarians. Most, if not all, clubs in District 7030 (and around the world) have canceled in-person meetings, following the advice of the World Health Organization (WHO), as well as, local and regional heath authorities, to maintain and emphasize the need for social distancing. But that does not mean we have to give up on regular fellowship opportunities. Several of our clubs have already met this week virtually. Read more to find out some ways to engage members during these extraordinary times. Remember: Nothing beats the personal touch!
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RI Zone 33-34: Advice To Clubs In Response To COVID-19 Our RI Directors in Zones 33 and 34 organized and held a Zoom meeting on Friday 20th March 2020 during which Zone Coordinator George Robertson-Burnette discussed Rotary Coronavirus preparedness, and Directors David Stovall and Stephanie Urchick along with Director-Elect Peter Kyle also shared viable and helpful information to all clubs and Rotarians during this time of global pandemic. Please read more to view the recorded discussion.
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DISTRICT 7030 RESPONSE TO COVID-192020-03-16: Fellow Rotarians – You would all be aware of the dreaded coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, and have noted that cases have surfaced in most of the countries/territories of our District. You would have all also seen in the media how the virus has spread across Europe and more recently, the US, and how these countries with relatively strong and resilient health systems have been struggling to cope with the outbreak. The health systems in most, if not all, parts of our District can be considered fragile, at least in comparison to those in Europe and North America. Few are equipped to deal with an outbreak on the scale of what we have seen in other countries. We must, therefore, individually and collectively take such measures that would retard the rampant transmission in our own communities.2020-03-16: Chers Rotariens – Vous êtes tous au courant de la redoutable pandémie de coronavirus (Covid-19) et vous avez remarqué que des cas ont fait surface dans la plupart des pays et territoires de notre District. Vous auriez également tous vu dans les médias comment le virus s'est répandu en Europe et, plus récemment, aux États-Unis, et comment ces pays dotés de systèmes de santé relativement solides et résistants ont lutté pour faire face à l'épidémie. Les systèmes de santé de la plupart, sinon de la totalité, des régions de notre District peuvent être considérés comme fragiles, du moins en comparaison avec ceux d'Europe et d'Amérique du Nord. Rares sont ceux qui sont équipés pour faire face à une épidémie de l'ampleur de celle que nous avons vue dans d'autres pays. Nous devons donc, individuellement et collectivement, prendre des mesures qui permettraient de retarder la transmission endémique dans nos propres communautés.
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2020 Zone 34 Club Video Contest Rotary and Rotaract Clubs in Zones 34 are invited to create a video (maximum 2-minutes in length) about the implementation in your club of the 2019-20 RI theme, showing among your membership how "Rotary Connects The World". Several prizes will be awarded in both People's Choice and Judges' Choice categories. All winning videos will be featured on Zone websites, Facebook pages and YouTube channels. Submission deadline is May 15th, 2020.
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CANCELLATION OF 2020 ROTARY DISTRICT 7030 CONFERENCEMarch 11th, 2020: Fellow Rotarians, I stated, in my message of 6th March on the coronavirus, Covid-19 situation, that your health and safety, and that of your families, are paramount. I also stated that, with respect to our District Conference and PETS, we were monitoring the situation as it developed and would follow the advice of the Health Authorities. Based on the advice of these authorities, I must now, unfortunately, announce the cancellation of the 2020 Rotary District 7030 Annual Conference and PETS, scheduled for 22 – 25 April in St Kitts-Nevis. |
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District Governor's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19)Rotarians across the District are undoubtedly concerned about the coronavirus, specifically Covid-19, situation, and the possible impact on various District events. All Rotarians would have received RI President’s statement on this issue (see below), and organisers of Rotary events and activities in the District are to be guided by this. I wish to assure all that the District Leadership also considers the health and safety of our members and their families to be paramount, and that would do nothing to endanger our individual and/or collective well-being. |
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Rotary Celebrates 115th Anniversary Milestone The year 2020 marks the 115th anniversary of the world’s first Rotary meeting. On 23rd February in 1905, four individuals, each of a different background and different vocation met for dinner in the spirit of friendship and fellowship. While no one knows exactly what went on at that meeting — little did Paul Harris and his three friends realize as well what they were starting in room 711 of the Unity Building in Chicago — but within 2 years, Rotary began to change the world by becoming the world’s first service club. Over the last 115 years, it is almost unbelievable how much Rotary has accomplished in its six areas of focus – promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, child and maternal health, education, and local economic development. While we have come a long way, it is important to remember that we still have a long way to go to achieve goodwill, peace and understanding among all the people of the world. The Board of Directors of Rotary International asked that all Rotary Clubs plan programs and take on special activities to emphasize understanding and goodwill as key components of world peace and that the month of February (which is also RI's Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention Month) is a chance for every club and rotarian to pause, plan and promote Rotary's Fourth tenet. Here's a look at what some clubs in District 7030 have been doing this month in recognition of this milestone...
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2020 District 7030 RYLA Announcing the 2020 District 7030 RYLA!! From Friday 27th March thru Sunday 29th March 2020, District 7030, along with the Rotary Clubs of Curaçao and Willemstad and the Rotaract Club of Curaçao, will host the annual district RYLA in Curaçao. For more information and updates, check out the RYLA Event on Facebook. To register, please CLICK HERE |
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2020 Rotary Peace Fellowship Applications Now Accepting Applications for the 2021 Rotary Peace Fellowship Promoting peace is one of Rotary’s main causes. The fully funded Rotary Peace Fellowship, which covers tuition and living expenses, increases the capacity of existing leaders to prevent and resolve conflict by offering academic training, field experience, and professional networking. Up to 130 fellows are selected every year in a globally competitive process based on personal, academic, and professional achievements. Fellows earn either a master’s degree or a professional development certificate in peace and development studies at one of the seven Rotary Peace Centers, located at leading universities around the world. More than 1,300 program alumni are working in more than 115 countries as leaders in national governments, nongovernmental organizations, social enterprises, the military, law enforcement, and international organizations such as the United Nations. |
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2020 District 7030 Conference - Promo #2 |
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Rotary & Toastmasters Team Up Members of Toastmasters and Rotary will enhance their skills, broaden their networks and increase their positive impact in communities through a new collaboration. The ongoing relationship between the two organizations will begin at the grassroots level with local club members learning and working together. Additionally, Toastmasters will create a set of eight structured communication and leadership development courses for Rotary with a phased rollout that will be available in English in 2020, and in more languages in 2021.
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Chat with Grants Chair PDG Roger Click the image to view/download
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2020 RI Convention - District 7030 to Hawaii Click the image to view/download information on how you can be part of District 7030's participation in the 2020 RI Convention in Hawaii
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Foundation Minute With PDG Milton Click the image to view and/or download an interview with PDG Milton Inniss on the Rotary Foundation goals of District 7030 for 2019-2020.
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RC St. Kitts: World Polio Day Event The road to eradicating polio has been a long and difficult one, with Rotary leading the fight since 1985. Going from nearly 350,000 global cases in 1988 to just 10 so far this year has required time, money, dedication, and innovation from thousands of people who are working to end the disease worldwide. The Rotary Club of St. Kitts, eager to assist in the effort, executed a World Polio Day fundraising event on October 30th. This fundraiser took entertaining form of a Movie Screening of the iconic film Terminator. |
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2019/2020 DG Visit to Martinique District Governor 2019-2020, Trevor Blake, recently visited the Rotary, Rotaract Club and RotaKids Clubs of Martinique. The DG's visit started with an interview with elected members of the CTM, Claude Lise, President of the Assembly, and Miguel Laventure, Executive Councilor. DG Trevor also met and worked with club members and committees during his visit. |
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RC Paramaribo - Rotary Cares: Cardiovascular Screening of Diabetic Patients In Suriname there is a large group of people with diabetes. One of the major complications of these patients is heart and vascular disease and therefore screening of this group is essential. At Laduani and Gujaba - 2 villages in the hinterland of Suriname - the Rotary Club of Paramaribo has collaborated with the Medical Mission Primary Health Care Suriname on a project called Cardiovascular Screening of Diabetic Patients.
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RC Antigua: 2019 Polio PSA |
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Membership Minute With PDG Elwin |
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Help Our Rotary Neighbours In The Bahamas ! The Islands of The Bahamas Need Our Help! Hurricane Dorian has severely affected much of the Bahamas and other territories and there is now a concerted effort to be made to lend financial support for the immediate emergency recovery and relief efforts. District 7030 is calling on all Rotarians, friends and family to contribute to one or more of the funds outlined below and render much needed assistance to our neighbors in the Northern Caribbean.
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RC Antigua Sundown - 4th Annual Pediatric Village With a goal of providing ‘Service above Self” the Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown hosted its 4th annual Pediatric Village on 31st August 2019 - Alexander S Hirschfelday - at the T N Kirnon School. The free event provided exceptional heath care to hundreds of children between the ages of 3 – 18 who came from numerous areas in Antigua.
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2020 District 7030 Conference - Promotional Video |
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Membership Month "Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision, the ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results." -- Andrew Carnegie This is our same truth in Rotary, where we accomplish the impossible every day through the dedication and drive of our membership. As a past Rotaractor and relatively new Rotarian, what first attracted me to the Rotary family was the infectious way in which our organization accomplished so much for others while having fun! This fellowship was definitely the hook that brought me into Rotaract but it was our organization’s commitment to community service which anchored my position here for the last 12 years and counting. |
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Interview With 2019/2020 DRR Anya Meet our 2019-2020 District Rotaract Representative (DRR) - Anya Conchita Maritha Blankendal, age 29 from the Rotaract Club of Genesis in Suriname. Anya joined interact in 2007 and Rotaract in 2009. |
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RC Antigua: 2019 Colours Fete
On July 20 2019, the Rotary Club of Antigua executed its annual fundraiser, Rotary Colours Fete under the theme 'The Venetian Masquerade'.
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2019-2020 DG MessageFellow District 7030 Rotarians, Greeting, and welcome to Rotary Year 2019 -2020! I wish you a happy new Rotary year. I am delighted to connect with you through this medium, for the first time as District Governor. On Saturday, June 22 nd , IPDG Dominique ceremoniously invested me with the insignia of the office, but today, July 1 st , the District Leadership Team and I officially assume the mantle of leadership of the District. |
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How To Improve Your Photography: Telling Rotary’s Story In Pictures Over the last year, there have been many stories highlighting club projects in Nassau, Bahamas, and Seattle, Washington, USA. Each project demonstrates how Rotarians take action to solve problems in their own communities. These type of projects translate well into visual storytelling content. A good approach to photography remains consistent with the Rotary brand - one that strives to make authentic images that represent the values and personality of Rotary. Because of this, appealing images are created and tell a bigger story – one that reflects the projects and people who make the world a better place. |
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51st Anniversary - Rotary Club of St Augustine Approximately a year ago, the Rotary Club of St. Augustine (T&T) launched the celebration of their Club's 50th Anniversary Commemoration under Immediate Past President Balraj at the Rotary International Conference in Toronto, sharing the milestone at an informal gathering with other Clubs in District 7030 and 7020. This year of Commemoration will culminate at a celebratory event at the end of June 2019.
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2018/2019 District Governor End Of Year Message.jpg) In a few days , the Rotary year will end. This weekend I will go to ST KITTS and Nevis, to pass on the Rotary Chain of Office to DGE Trevor Blake. The handing over of chain of office symbolises the transmission of the office of District Governor, and continuity of the work done by Rotary in the District. |
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Diabetes Awareness Programme In The T&T North Eastern Education District First Prize Artwork by Ezekias Rodriguez On Friday 14th June 2019, the Rotary Club of Sangre Grande (RCSG) held the finals and award ceremony for a Diabetes Awareness Programme, which was conducted for Primary schools, in the North Eastern Education District of Trinidad & Tobago, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education during the period, 1st May to 14th June 2019. The function was held at the SWAHA Hindu College and was chaired by Rotarian Sanjiv Boodhu.
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PETS2019 Presentations (English)Please click HERE to access the 2019 PETS presentations - in English. French to follow soon. |
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District Conference PhotosFor more photos from our recent District Conference in Guadeloupe visit https://www.rotary-guadeloupe.org/
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Model UN in Suriname (SUMUN) During the SUMUN held on April 27th, organized by the Rotary Club of Paramaribo and the Law Faculty of the Anton de Kom University of Suriname, the delegates of the various nations in the UN debated on pressing matters regarding the theme of “Refugees and Migrants”. The Human Rights Council debated on the topic of “the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela” and in the General Assembly their debate was regarding “the humanitarian crisis in Yemen”. In addition to 7 weeks of training on the Saturdays, prior to the SUMUN on the 27th of April, on personal leadership skills, communication and debating techniques, and training and information sharing regarding Refugees and Migrants, the delegates were well prepared and guided through-out the past 2 months by the chairs and the vice-chairs of the Human Rights Council (HRC) and the General Assembly (GA) regarding research, rules of procedures, writing of the position papers, public speaking skills and more.
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2019 District Conference PicturesFor pictures of the 2019 District 7030 Conference in Guadeloupe, please click here
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Health Projects in Martinique #healthaction The Rotary Club of Fort de France (Dean) is the first Rotary Club created in Martinique in August 1957 and its illustrious senior members have always worked for health in Martinique. |
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Two Days To Go ! Our annual District Conference and PETS starts in the beautiful island of Guadeloupe in 2 days .. are you registered ?
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International Women's Day 2019If we are to celebrate World Women's Day on March 8, 2019, this is proof that we have not yet achieved the goal of considering women as full-fledged human beings with all their skills. and in all its diversity. Let's remember that in Rotary it was not until 1987 that the woman officially joined the clubs of this organization. |
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Rotary Club of Southwest Tobago (RCSWT) Annual Diabetes Project Week 2018
RCSWT Annual Diabetes Project Week took place from Monday 12th to Friday 16th November 2018, in recognition of World Diabetes Day (November 14). This project seeks to increase awareness about Diabetes, its associated effects and strategies to reduce the risk, both to students/young persons and adults. This year we collaborated with the Scarborough Secondary School (SSS) to execute an activity filled week, surrounding the theme, ‘Diabetes and the Family’. Rotary Southwest Tobago began this annual project in November 2007 in recognition of World Diabetes Day and the need for awareness and education in Tobago. This year marked a further expansion of our project, including Primary School participation by students of the Lambeau Anglican Primary School, Official Opening & Launch, and an extended interactive Health Fair & Closing. |
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Trinidad Clubs walk to END POLIO NOW The Rotary Clubs of the Central, East and North Clusters of Trinidad came together on Sunday November 11th and walked around the Queen's Park Savannah to END POLIO NOW. They were joined by Rotaractors and Interactors, family members as well as the Hon. Minister of Agriculture Clarence Rambharat.
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Princes Town Rotary Marches Against Diabetes The Rotary Club of Princes Town together with the Diabetes Association of Trinidad and Tobago, the Princes Town Regional Corporation and the Interact Clubs of Princes Town West Secondary School, St. Stephen’s College and Cowen Hamilton Secondary School held a Diabetes Awareness Walk on 04th November 2018 in Princes Town. |
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DG Visit with South Trinidad Clubs.jpg) The Rotary South Cluster of Clubs Trinidad hosted a cocktail reception on the 13 October 2018 to celebrate DG Dominique's official visit to the Cluster at the residence of Rotarian Ronnie Bissessar at North Road San Fernando. Cocktails at sundown to the lovely strains of Skiffle Steel Orchestra as the South Cluster Celebrated DG Dominique's visit ... |
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Youth Peace Day Symposium In commemoration of International Peace Day and Rotary's area of focus, On the 21st September, 2018, the Rotary Club of Princes Town held its first Youth Peace Day Symposium. The event was well attended with over 160 young persons in attendance and it also received excellent Media coverage
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History of Our DistrictIn order to set the stage for the history of District 7030, I have taken the liberty of venturing even further back in time, to the origins of Rotary in the Caribbean. Rotary was present in Cuba from 1916 to 1979 when it was suspended. Cuba was the host Country for the 1940 Rotary International Convention. By 1957 Cuba had 58 Rotary Clubs with 1,800 members. For the fascinating history of Rotary in Cuba and by extension, the Caribbean, go to: https://www.rghfhome.org/first100/global/southamerica/havana/history.htm |
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DG Visit to St LuciaDG Dominique visits St Lucia JULY 2018
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2018-2019 DG MessageNow we are !Fellow Rotarians, Rotaractors, Interactors, on this 1st July, we will try to register and implement all the guidelines that will give us the new pulse of the Rotary of tomorrow. As I already have the occasion to tell it at District Conférence, we must initiate the change in our District 7030, as it happen in the other districts. |
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Handing over Ceremony Wonderful District 7030 handing over ceremony in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, the home town of our District Governor 2018-19 Dominique Vénéré. .jpg) |
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Zone Seminars/SessionsDear Rotarians, The Zone Seminar is this weekend, June 9/10. Attached is the Zoom access info for the Public Image sessions. The other sessions (Foundation & Membership) are NOT being Zoomed this year. Also below is the link to the online programme for the weekend. JOIN THE MEETINGS BELOW AT THIS ZOOM ADDRESS: Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/218816190 Or iPhone one-tap : US: +16468769923,,218816190# or +16699006833,,218816190# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 646 876 9923 or +1 669 900 6833 Meeting ID: 218 816 190 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/ego3QTZ4rZONE 34 SEMINAR - PUBLIC IMAGE ZOOM SCHEDULE: SATURDAY JUNE 9. 12:40 - 1:40pm APPS AND TOOLS: ARPICs Marshall Butler & Kelsey Mitchell Realtime demos; video newsletter; SM apps; advanced SM tips & tricks; websites 1:50 - 2:50pm MY ROTARY STORY: ARPICs Susan Courter & Kelsey Mitchell How to; 2-3 minute videos; ah-ha moments; hands-on workshop 3:00 - 4:00pm INTRO TO CREATING VIDEOS: RPIC Sheila Bethel, ARPIC Marshall Butler Why? Statistics, tis & tricks; action workshop; vlogs; events; projects 4:10 - 5:10pm PUBLIC IMAGE FOR EVENTS & PROJECTS: ARPICs Susan Courter & Kelsey Mitchell Organize; publIcize; monetize!
JOIN THE MEETINGS BELOW AT THIS ZOOM ADDRESS: SATURDAY JUNE 9 1:50pm UNTIL 5:30pm Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/777245389 Or iPhone one-tap : US: +16699006833,,777245389# or +16468769923,,777245389# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 669 900 6833 or +1 646 876 9923 Meeting ID: 777 245 389 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/cbpiFzWW ZONE 34 SEMINAR - PUBLIC IMAGE ZOOM SCHEDULE: SATURDAY JUNE 9. 1:50 - 2:50pm PI STRATEGY & PLANNING: RPIC Sheila Bethel & ARPIC Marshall Butler Citation; Be the Inspiration; People of Action; monthly themes; PI Plan 4:10 - 5:10pm CREATING CONTENT: ARPIC Marshall Butler What is good content? How to do it and how to preserve it  JOIN THE MEETINGS BELOW AT THIS ZOOM ADDRESS: Time: Jun 10, 2018 9:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/182705330Or iPhone one-tap : US: +16468769923,,182705330# or +16699006833,,182705330# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 646 876 9923 or +1 669 900 6833 Meeting ID: 182 705 330 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/b7ZwlyxIt SUNDAY JUNE 10. 9:00 - 10:00am ADVANCED CREATING VIDEOS : RPIC Sheila Bethel & ARPIC Kelsey Mitchell Time-lapse; event videos; end of year video recap; video invitations/promotions; types of videos 10:10 - 11:00am #HASHTAGS & MORE: ARPICs Marshall Butler/Susan Courter How to use them; what they are; why are they important; understanding how SM works; hands-on workshop |
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Vote for your Favourite Club VideoVote for your favourite club video starting at midnight may 30th! Click on the link below. You can vote once per day until midnight on June 16  |
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Unveiling Name Sign Australian Tree Jacaranda Filicifolia by RI President Ian Riseley
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Launch of the International Fellowship of Cricket Loving Rotarians West Indies Chapter in TrinidadSaturday 05th May 2018 was a historic day for cricket loving Rotarians of the West Indies and spectators who gathered at the Queen’s Park Oval Port of Spain for the Launch of the International Fellowship of Cricket Loving Rotarians West Indies Chapter (“IFCR-Windies”). The IFCR-Windies will comprise Rotarians of the West Indies (Rotary District 7030) who are passionate about the game of cricket and are interested in its promotion throughout the District. The charter certificate was presented to the local board by Chairman of IFCR- World, Rotarian Bob Brigden of Australia and Secretary of IFCR-World, Rotarian KR Parthasarathy of India. The Board of the IFCR-Windies comprising Rotarians Gary Williams (Chairman), Imtiaz Seepersad (Vice Chairman), Debbie Roopchand (Secretary) and Vernessa Sankar (Treasurer) was sworn in for a period of three years. After the official ceremony the spectators were treated to two T-20 cricket matches. The first cricket match of the day involved cricket loving Rotarians who had travelled from Australia, Sri Lanka, India and England playing against local Rotarians in a fun filled match that ended in a draw. The second match of the day involved a combination of the International Rotarians and local Rotarians playing against the local team of Lawyers & Judges captained by Justice Joseph Tam. This match was won by the Lawyers & Judges. The Carib Stand was filled with the sounds of soca music, live steel pan, live commentary and enthusiastic cheers from spectators who viewed the matches while enjoying a variety of local dishes and beverages. The day ended with an official prize giving ceremony involving the award of Man of the Match Trophies and medals to participants. In special attendance at the event was Rotary District 7030 Governor Mr. Waddy Sowma, President of the Queen’s Park Cricket Club (QPCC) Mr. Ken Gordon, QPCC Management Committee member Colin Murray, Former West Indies Cricket team member Mr. Deryck Murray, Representative of High Commissioner of India to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago Mr. Aniruddha Das amongst other specially invited guests. The Board of the IFCR-Windies having received its charter is committed to promoting cricket and increasing its membership with Rotarians from the West Indies who share a passion for cricket. More photos can be found by clicking the following link:       |
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Joining forces for new mammogrophy device Foundation PreventionPRESS RELEASE May 8, 2018 Joining forces for new mammogrophy device Foundation Prevention WILLEMSTAD – Rotary Clubs announced their support for a new mammography device for the Prevention Foundation or Fundashon Prevenshon (FP)yesterday, during the start of the Rotary Walking Dinner. Joining Forces Orco Bank, both Rotary Club of Willemstad & Curaçao, the Princess Wilhelmina Fund against Cancer (PWF), The Rotary Foundation and a number of other sponsors will join forces to help Fundashon Prevenshon to create a new mammograph. After almost 9 years, the current mammography device has reached the end of it’s life-cycle and FP wishes to make use of new innovative technologies available. 3D mammography The wish of FP is to acquire a Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (tomo) device, also known as 3D mammography. This revolutionary technology allows for faster and more accurate mammographies with less exposure to radation in comparrison to a 2D mammogram. The device is also safer and less invasive for customers. Rotary Walking Dinner On Tuesday May 8th, Rotary Club Willemstad (RCW) held her 4th annual Walking Dinner. An estimated 450 people particapted in this culinary fundraiser. The evening started from the historic Octagon Square at the Avila Beach Hotel, where all participants were treated to a glass of bubbly and an appetizer. After an official kick-off, everyone received their personal dinner route to the various restaurants in the Pietermaai of Willemstad. The Walking Dinner finish was at City Beach 88 were a Pink Lady cocktail and a commemerative token of appreciation were received by all. With this unique fundraiser, RCW contributed more than US$ 20,000 to the 3D mammography device. Masha Danki! Thank you! Merci! Rotary Club Willemstad wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks all sponsors, participants and restaurants that have made this wonderful evening possible. If you, or your company, wish to received more information on how you can help to complete this project, please send an email to rotarywalkingdinner@gmail.com for more information. .jpg) .jpg) .jpg) .jpg) |
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Rotary Club of Port of SpainRotary Club of Port of Spain Report on Media Covered Event Date: March 13th 2018 Location: Goodwill Industries, Port of Spain (Regular meeting place of RCPOS) Meeting Topic: Media launch of ‘Rotary Games’ Details: The Rotary Club of Port of Spain (RCPOS), in conjunction with the Ministry of Education, Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, hosts an annual athletics meet for students of Primary Schools in the Port of Spain educational district. This year was RCPOS’s 30th anniversary of hosting the games. Many national level athletes were scouted at these games over the years including Olympians Michelle Lee-Ahye and Jehue Gordon. Prior to the games, RCPOS hosts a media launch to introduce the games to the media to help drive coverage of the actual event and to raise awareness of the young athletes of our community and the country. At this year’s launch, hosted during our weekly luncheon at Goodwill Industries, RCPOS had media from many of Trinidad’s media houses including the Guardian Media Group and Newsday newspapers. RCPOS spoke extensively at this event about the Club’s longstanding relationship with the games and the role that athletics plays in shaping the young persons of the country. We also spoke about Rotary as a whole and explained some of the Rotary traditions for our sponsors and media in attendance. The event and the games themselves generated significant press coverage in Trinidad’s 3 daily newspapers. Examples of this coverage can be found below. |
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No beach to clean upPrinces Town Secondary School Interactors Annual Beach Clean in collaboration with the Prince of Moruga and Princes Town Rotary Club   |
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Rotary aid for heart patientsRotary aid for heart patients THE Rotary Club of St Augustine has saved the lives of more than 1,200 heart patients in TT over the past 32 years, says immediate past president Gary Williams. Of that figure, he said, 549 of those medical cases were attended to between July 2016 and July 2017, under the banner of the club’s two flagship projects: the Regional Distribution Centre (RDC) and Heart Beat International Trinidad and Tobago (HBITT ). While both projects sourced pacemakers from manufacturers across the globe at no cost, the Heart Beat International initiative also secured the services of surgeons pro-bono, said a media release. Williams recently disclosed this success at the 49th Handing Over Ceremony to mark the 2017-2018 Rotary term at the Teaching and Learning Centre, The University of the West Indies, St Augustine. “From inception in 1985 to 2017 altogether 1,500 lives have been saved in TT alone; whilst another 1,594 devices have been distributed to other HBI Heart Centres around the world in places like India, Philippines, Paraguay, Honduras and Dominican Republic. In effect our Rotary Club has saved 3,094 lives from 1985 to 2017,” Williams said while reporting on his 2016-2017 stewardship. The Heart Beat International initiative was a joint project with other organisations, inclusive of other Rotary Clubs. Williams, who has taken up the post of assistant district governor with responsibility for four clubs in east Trinidad, as well as those in Tobago. During the Rotary year 2016-2017, he said, the club combined with the individual efforts of members made donations to the Rotary Foundation estimated at more than US$9,000. Locally, donations were made to several causes including The Dyslexia Association the sponsoring of a teacher to become certified in diagnosing dyslexia. In the aftermath of tropical Storm Bret which caused flooding in several parts of Trinidad, the club rallied its members to assist the affected citizens in Caparo. The club then partnered with insurer Sagicor and the Rotary Club of Piarco to provide similar relief to the Piarco/St Helena community, and assisted similar efforts in south. In addressing the club’s future, Williams noted new members were being recruited through the Interact and Rotaract systems. Since 2003, the club has been sponsoring and supporting the Rotaract Club of St Augustine which caters for people ages 18- 30. In 2014, the club began supporting the Interact Club of St Augustine Girls’ High School which recruits member’s ages 12-18. |
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RI RequestRotary International is requesting the names and contact information of the incoming club officers entered into their database.    |
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Be the Inspiration2018-19 RI President Barry Rassin wants Rotary members to Be the InspirationBy Hank Sartin. Photos by Monika Lozinska ) Rotary International President-elect Barry Rassin laid out his vision for the future of the organization on Sunday, calling on leaders to work for a sustainable future and to inspire Rotarians and the community at large. Rassin, a member of the Rotary Club of East Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas, unveiled the 2018-19 presidential theme, Be the Inspiration, to incoming district governors at Rotary’s International Assembly in San Diego, California, USA. “I want you to inspire in your clubs, your Rotarians, that desire for something greater. The drive to do more, to be more, to create something that will live beyond each of us.” Rassin stressed the power of Rotary’s new vision statement, “Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change — across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.” This describes the Rotary that leaders must help build, he said. To achieve this vision, the president-elect said, Rotarians must take care of the organization: “We are a membership organization first. And if we want to be able to serve, if we want to succeed in our goals — we have to take care of our members first.” Rassin asked the incoming district governors to “inspire the club presidents, and the Rotarians in your districts, to want to change. To want to do more. To want to reach their own potential. It’s your job to motivate them — and help them find their own way forward.” Progress on polio.jpg) Rassin noted that one source of inspiration has been Rotary’s work to eradicate polio. He described the incredible progress made over the past three decades. In 1988, an estimated 350,000 people were paralyzed by the wild poliovirus; just 20 cases were reported in 2017 as of 27 December. “We are at an incredibly exciting time for polio eradication,” he said, “a point at which each new case of polio could very well be the last.” He emphasized that even when that last case of polio is recorded, the work won’t be finished. “Polio won’t be over, until the certifying commission says it’s over—when not one poliovirus has been found, in a river, in a sewer, or in a paralyzed child, for at least three years,” he said. “Until then, we have to keep doing everything we’re doing now.” He urged continued dedication to immunization and disease surveillance programs. Sustaining the environmentRotary has focused heavily on sustainability in its humanitarian work in recent years. Now, Rassin said, Rotarians must acknowledge some hard realities about pollution, environmental degradation, and climate change. He noted that 80 percent of his own country is within one meter of sea level. With sea levels projected to rise two meters by 2100, he said, “my country is going to be gone in 50 years, along with most of the islands in the Caribbean and coastal cities and low-lying areas all over the world.” Rassin urged leaders to look at all of Rotary’s service as part of a larger global system. He said that this means the incoming district governors must be an inspiration not only to clubs, but also to their communities. “We want the good we do to last. We want to make the world a better place. Not just here, not just for us, but everywhere, for everyone, for generations.” https://www.rotary.org/en/rotary-international-president-rassin-theme-2018 |
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Rotary Club of POS - Star Wars: The Last Jedi The Rotary Club of Port of Spain (RCPOS) together with DeciBel Entertainment is pleased to announce: Star Wars: The Last Jedi — a charity event and early film screening Wednesday, December 13th 2017 at 10:00 pm at the CinemaONE Lobby & Theatres (IMAX & GEMSTONE), located at One Woodbrook Place, Port of Spain. With incredible food, drinks, games, giveaways and atmosphere included, this exclusive engagement promises to be one that provides a most memorable experience filled with both wonder and whimsy for all fans of Star Wars - both old and new! Not to mention that everyone in attendance will be the first in the Caribbean to see the film! To add some more thrills to the evening, the event will also include a CosPlay competition with some of the best costumed characters from Star Wars vying for top honors. Everyone attending is also invited to come dressed in their Star Wars gear or as their favorite character. Tickets are $250 for IMAX Reserved Seating and $350 for GEMSTONE VIP Reserved Seating and are available via the CinemaONE Box Office or online. Private theatres for group purchases are available upon request. Please bear in mind to book your tickets early as there is limited seating and already significant demand. All proceeds raised by this event will go towards the continued support of the Rotary Foundation and of the Club's various humanitarian and community service projects in Trinidad & Toabgo which are aimed at assisting the differently-abled and disadvantaged in our community and include: the International Institute for Healthcare & Human Development and its Wheelchair Bus Service; the Peter Knaggs Children's Dental Clinic; and, the Princess Elizabeth Centre. For more information on the event, please check it out on Facebook. For group purchases or event inquiries please contact us via email: rotarypos@gmail.com or via phone: (868) 687-2339. Feel free to spread the word among your organization, friends, family and colleagues. Remember: It's not just a movie...it's an experience! Your support is greatly appreciated! |
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Fort De FranceInterview with WaddySowma, RI District 7030 Governor, from Rotary Club of Panamaribo Residence, Suriname. What is the outcome of your stay in Martinique? As Governor of district 7030, this includes the southern Caribbean from Antigua to Trinidad, French Guiana and Suriname, I had to visit the seven Rotary Clubs of Martinique, as well as the two Rotaract and Inner Wheel Clubs, with my efficient and remarkable assistant Thierry D' AbadiedeLurbe. I have reviewed their goals and objectives for the year to see if they are in agreement with Rotary International and the district, and provide advice and recommendations. And of course, for me this year, the added value of my visit to Martinique is the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Rotary Club of Fort de France (hereafter called Dean)! It was the first French-speaking club in the Caribbean created in August 1957 and received its charter from the Rotary Club of Paris (the oldest club in France) and its bell from the Rotary Club of Hollywood in Florida. It was the island's only club for 13 years and then spread by sponsoring other Rotary Clubs and allowed the expansion of the Rotary family in Martinique, with theClub of Saint Pierre in 1970, then that of Fort de France Sud in 1975 etc.... It has been a driving force and continues to be very dynamic. We owe them the 60 years of Rotary presence in Martinique, which was the theme of last Saturday's gala evening in my honour. Each club has its own DNA, its own specificities. I've seen some very good service, and I've met many enthusiastic Rotarians, Rotarians, Rotaractors, and Rotaractors. I encouraged them to take advantage of the training and education offered by the Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) so that they could perform even better and play a role in Martinique society and contribute funds to The Rotary Foundation, giving them more flexibility for their projects. With HervéHonoré, who is in charge of The Rotary Foundation in our district, I spent the entire day on Saturday in Dominica with our Rotarian friends there and met with Prime Minister Skerrit to discuss medium- and long-term reconstruction projects with him. There is a lot to do and the situation is disastrous. We will play our full part in the reconstruction efforts. First of all, we must identify the projects that we will be able to support effectively. What can you tell us about the Rotary Club of Fort de France (dean) after your second visit to this club in 8 days? It's an underage club: 60 years old! Very proactive, I told them: you're not close to retirement! You're 20 years old! I had the pleasure of meeting them, I felt "positive and inspiring waves" during my first visit last Monday at lunch and that's why I decided to go back there a second time before leaving. I wanted to show them my friendship. It is a club that has marked Rotary's history in Martinique with remarkable service projects. It is still in line with Rotary International's focus on service, empathy and friendliness. It is also online on the notion of leadership and knowledge promotion with conferences twice a month with very high level speakers from all spheres of society. It is a club that continues to play a major role in the public image of the district and Zone 34. For example, with Archbishop Monseigneur Macaire as an honorary member and with two of their future flagship projects on the occasion of their sixtieth anniversary: A 45-minute film about Rotary's 60th anniversary in Martinique, directed by one of their members Samuel Marie-Louise, was screened at a conference and debated in January. The film was given to the Rotary Club of Martinique to serve the Rotary community and beyond. Oh, that's wonderful. I think it's a great idea to work to promote Rotary. Fundraising for illiteracy with a VIP dictation to be given in the first quarter. Once again, the club always plays a very positive role in promoting the public image of Rotary in Martinique. And then I also noted its openness to the international scene with a willingness to continue twinning with other Rotary Clubs in Europe, North Africa, United States etc. and that's very positive! I wished them to remain as enterprising as ever and gave them an appointment in 60 years.  |
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Rotary Club of Grenada East celebrating their 40th anniversaryThe Rotary Club of Grenada East is celebrating their 40th anniversary with weeklong celebratory events.  Starting with a church service and communal breakfast with Rotarians as well as friends of Rotary at our Rotary House (Leslie’s home).  |
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2017 Zone Institute Public Image Video ContestDue to the terrible aftermath of hurricane Irma and Maria, the deadline for entering the District zone Video contest has been extended to September 30. Please send your short film (3 minutes MAX) to our district secretary Rino Tjin Wong Joe at rmtjin@yahoo.com By reaching out to our communities in need, we are truly making a difference!  |
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why education changes the worldWhy education changes the world By Isma Seetal, Rotary Global Grant Scholar “Education is the best way to change one’s standard of living.” My mother would repeat this phrase over and over. I was lucky to have been brought up by a hard-working, single, mother, who empowered my brother and me to climb the socio-economic ladder by giving us the best education she possibly could. Other children from broken families like mine did not have the same fortune. My unwavering drive to give back and improve my community led me to join the Rotaract club of Port-Louis, Mauritius in July 2012. “Driiiing! Driiing!” My alarm rang out on a Saturday morning. My mind and body knew it was the weekend, and ganged up on me so that I had to crawl sluggishly out of bed. But the reason for my early wake-up soon dawned on me. It was the day of Lolo’s follow-up doctor’s appointment. Lolo is an eight-year-old boy, living in a poverty-stricken area of the island, whom I had met during a health-related Rotaract project. His mother was convinced that he was suffering from cognitive disabilities, which she blamed for his poor grades, and for the fact that he was constantly bullied at school. However, the diagnosis the doctor gave us that day was different from what the mother had thought: hearing impairment. Lolo was not mentally challenged. He just couldn’t hear properly! Many doctor appointments later, I visited Lolo. My heart filled up as he ran up to my friend and me, sporting the widest smile. Thanks to a hearing device, Lolo could now hear his teachers in class. He had changed from a sullen, withdrawn little boy, to a cheerful child with glowing and hopeful eyes. I discovered a passion: community service. I went on to become a Rotaract board member and then the president of the club in 2013-14. Through this project and many others, it became increasingly clear to me that the reason there were so many children roaming the streets was much more complex than I had thought. Some are the dropouts of an archaic education system, others are the victims of poverty and abuse, yet others are caught in their parents’ web of drugs and alcoholism. Back then, during one of the long discussions I had with my husband-to-be about the societal ills which continue to pervade our country, we came to one conclusion: we needed to build our skills and knowledge further to make a difference on an even larger scale. Though I am from a small island of 1.3 million, thanks to a Rotary global grant, I am now studying in California for a doctorate in Educational Leadership, gorging on new knowledge and making the best of the international exposure. I am delving more into educational reforms and the principles of leadership, and I am eager to return to my country to bring about positive changes in education. I continue to volunteer here for the Newport-Irvine Rotary Club, my hosts. The ties with Rotary are life-long! Long live Rotary! |
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Rotary District 7030 Group Study Exchange 2017-2018 |
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Rotary Club of Antigua Installation Rotary Club of Antigua 2017 - 2018: President Eric Joseph and his team Follow the club's activities here |
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Rotary Club of Barbados Installation Rotary Club of Barbados 2017 - 2018: President Paul Ashby and his team Follow the club's activities here |
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Rotary Club of Central POS Rotary Club of Central Port-of-Spain 2017 - 2018: President Nicole Matouk and her team Follow the club's activities on their Facebook page |
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Rotary Club of Dominica Installation Rotary Club of Dominica 2017 - 2018: President Aylmer Irish and his team Follow the club's activities on their Facebook page |
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Rotary Club of Georgetown Installation Rotary Club of Georgetown 2017 - 2018: President Clyde DeHaas and his team Follow the club's activities on their Facebook page |
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Rotary Club of Maraval Installation Rotary Club of Maraval 2017 - 2018: President Maureen Aarons and her team. Follow the club's activities on their Facebook page
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Rotary club of New Amsterdam Installation The new board of Rotary Club of New Amsterdam. Follow their activities on their Facebook Page.
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Rotary Club of Point a Pierre Installation Board of Directors for Rotary Year 2017/2018: (From Left to Right) PP Lutchman – Vocational Service, Secretary/President-Elect Raul Raghunandan; Rtn Mitch Mohess – New Generations Service, Fazal Saidwan – Vice President, Bobby Indar – President, Rtn Dr. Junior Darsan – Club Service, Immediate Past President Marvin Ramnarine, PP Derek Francis – Treasurer, PP Roger Gopaul – Community Service and Rtn Lean Nanan – Sergeant-of-Arms. Visit their activities on their Facebook page.
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Rotary Club of San Fernando South Installation.jpg) Leadership handingover Rotary Club of San Fernando South. Follow their activities on their Facebook Page.
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Rotary Club of Sangre Grande Installation The new team of Rotary Club of Sangre Grande; follow their activities on their Facebook Page.
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Rotary Club of Princes Town Installation Board of Directors 2017-2018 from L to R: Rishi Ramlogan (Club Administration), Hassim "Terry" Ali (President Elect/Sargeant at Arms), Debbie Roopchand (Immediate Past President/Secretary), President Bashir Mohammed, Rudolph Ali (Service Projects), Crystal Harper (Rotary Foundation), Selvon Ramroop (Public Relations), Hafiz Ali (Membership), Terrance Gopaul (Treasurer). Follow their activities on their Facebook Page. |
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Rotary Club of Paramaribo Residence The leadership team of Rotary Club of Paramaribo Residence From left to right: Secretary Jules de Vries, Sergeant-at-arms Elviera Jessurun, President Helmut Haukes and Treasurer Nicole Baptista Follow their activities here
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Rotary Club of Demerara Installation Rotary Club of Demerara 2017 - 2018: President Kester Hudson and his team Follow the club's activities on their Facebook page |
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2017-2018 DG Message.png) .jpg) 2017-2018 DISTRICT 7030 GOVERNOR: WADDY SOWMA JULY 2017 Dear fellow Rotarians, At the beginning of a new year we like to look back at what the past year has brought us: being it lessons learned and our accomplishments. But also we like to look ahead: make new plans to reach new goals. The theme for 2017-18 is: Rotary: Making a Difference In the words of RI President Ian Riseley 17-18 we will answer the question “What is Rotary” with the theme Rotary: Making a Difference. “However each of us chooses to serve, we do it because we know our service makes a difference in the lives of others,….. we know that the work we do will change people’s lives- in ways large and small- for the better”. The best way we in District 7030 can give meaning to the theme of President Ian is by achieving the Presidential Citation and to focus on the District Goals. We have set District goals that are aligned with the Presidential Citation Goals. Our first priority is to build stronger clubs, with more members, that are engage and with more Rotary knowledge. Clubs which are vibrant and were we have fun; clubs which attract members but above all, retain members; Clubs which through their service show what Rotary is and that indeed Rotary is making a difference. Stronger clubs will lead to more humanitarian service, the second goal of the district. Not only more, but more high impact projects for the community, in cooperation with the community and sustained by the community. The 3rd goal is for the clubs to show the world our Rotary, our service to the community of which we believe will finally lead to peace. But by doing all this we must not forget the heart of our funding system: our one-hundred-year-old Rotary Foundation. I encourage you to contribute more than ever to the Rotary Foundation. You should know, we and I mean the clubs in District 7030, received 3 times more from TRF through grants than the amount we have contributed. In 2017-18: The focus of the District is EDUCATION Through education we can build a world where everyone is given equal opportunities. Education is an indispensable condition if we want to do away with the existing differences between social classes and genders. It opens a whole world of opportunities for the less fortunate so that they may have an equal shot at well-paying jobs. Through education we can help others realizing their dreams and build peace! Like the Chinese teacher and philosopher Confucius stated: “Education breeds confidence. Confidence breeds hope. Hope breeds peace.” So for District 7030 we twisted the International Theme a little bit to reflect our focus: ROTARY: Making A Difference through EDUCATION Today as District Governor I pledge to all the clubs in D7030 being it Rotary, Rotaract, or Interact, my dedication and commitment to work with you. I strongly believe that only together, as a team, we can and will make a more impactful and sustainable difference in the lives of those we serve. My fellow Rotarians a happy and fruitful rotary year, let’s go to work and do what we do best ”Service above Self”. |
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La cérémonie de remise du Rotary District 7030 La cérémonie de remise du Rotary District 7030, a eu lieu le 24 juin 2017, dans la salle de bal royale de l'hôtel Torarica au Suriname. |
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RC Antigua Sundown Welcomes New Club President.png) 2017-2018 Rotary Club of Antigua President Diana Browne St. John’s Antigua, June 25, 2017 – The Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown (RCAS) held its annual Handover Dinner on Saturday 23rd June at East restaurant at the Carlisle Bay Hotel. The event was a wonderful mix of festive cheer, a summation of the past year’s community service projects and a call out for even greater performance of Rotary Projects by the new incoming President and Board.
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Unveiling People of Action Campaign Rotary International was excited to reveal a new public image campaign, People of Action, at this year’s Rotary International Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. As Rotarians from all over the world came to Atlanta, they experienced and learnt about this global campaign for the first time at the convention, held at Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center, 10-14 June 2017. |
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RC Antigua: BMI Screeing & Blood Sugar Level Testing A healthy nation is a growing nation. Recognizing that practicing a healthy lifestyle starts with the youth, in June 2017, RC Antigua initiated a partnership with the Medical Benefits Board and Mt. St. John Medical Centre and offered one hundred and twenty-three (123) students from the Five Islands Primary School the opportunity for BMI Screening and Blood Sugar Level Testing.
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Ashton Kutcher & Rotary Address The Global Scourge Of Human Trafficking Actor and philanthropist Ashton Kutcher took the stage at the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, to address a major human rights issue: human trafficking and modern-day slavery. Kutcher, who rose to fame in the early 2000s with a series of hit film and television roles, is co-founder of Thorn: Digital Defenders of Children, an organization that combats human trafficking and the conditions that enable it. Trafficking in humans takes many forms but includes forced labor and sex slavery. It is among the world’s largest illicit trades, with many of the transactions happening online. |
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$1.2 Billion Pledge To End Polio At the 2017 Rotary International Convention, global leaders and key donors affirm their commitment to ending polio. With polio on the brink of eradication, nations from around the world and key donors pledged more than $1 billion on Monday to energize the global fight to end the paralyzing disease.
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Bill Gates Outlines Final Push To End Polio Bill Gates, speaking on 12 June at the Rotary International Convention, highlighted the extraordinary progress that’s been made toward a polio-free world, along with challenges ahead. Speaking at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, Gates reminded the audience of more than 22,000 attendees, who were given LED bracelets to wear, that the effort must continue and be strengthened before polio cases can be reduced to zero.
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2017 Peace Conference Celebrates All of Rotary's Contributions to Peace.jpg) For more than a decade, the Rotary Peace Centers have been developing leaders in peace and conflict prevention and resolution. But that program isn’t Rotary’s only contribution to a more peaceful world. Every time Rotary members provide clean water and sanitation, support basic education, grow local economies, or stop the spread of infectious diseases, they’re building peace. |
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RC St. Lucia Teams Up With The Starkey Hearing Foundation For most of us being able to hear and see properly is taken for granted. This is not so for over 360 million people who have disabling hearing loss. Out of these, 32 million are children. The Starkey Foundation’s goal is to help these people. After an initial presentation to the Rotary Club of Saint Lucia earlier in the Rotary year it was Saint Lucia’s turn to be added to the list of countries receiving assistance. |
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Changes On How Membership Numbers Are Counted MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENTIn response to feedback from Rotary clubs around the world, RI wants to let clubs know about an important change that may affect their annual respective Rotary membership number. This change will ensure that all 2016-17 membership achievements are accurately recorded and that a club’s July invoice reflects the correct membership at the beginning of the new Rotary year. |
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Rotary Uses Virtual Reality To Inspire Others Rotary is working with Google’s virtual reality team to offer an experience that showcases the impact of compassion to a global audience. Rotary is producing a three-minute virtual reality film that emphasizes the two themes of polio and peace, and how Rotary’s work to eradicate the disease is increasing stability across the world.
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Tips For A Successful Rotary Project To celebrate its 100th year, The Rotary Foundation is recognizing 20 global grants that are sustainable, align with one of Rotary’s areas of focus and were designed in cooperation with the community to address a real need. The Rotarians who helped bring these projects to life share advice. What makes a great project?
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RC Antigua Sundown Raises Over $20,000 At 9th Annual Charity Golf Tournament L-R: Sir Vivian Richards and AG Corina Sealy Edwards St. John’s Antigua, May 12, 2017 – Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown recently hosted its 9th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Cedar Valley Golf Club and raised over $20,000. |
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TRF - 2017 Grant UpdatesThe new Grant Center provides a wealth of new and improved information on how best to access and contribute to grants. The updated guide How to Use the Grant Center now includes information about authorizing a global grant application, adding bank account information, and reporting on a global grant.
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Sustainable Projects Earn Top Rotaract Honors   The 2017 Rotaract Outstanding Project Award recognized the Rotaract Club of the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, for launching a three-year project to improve lives in the rural community of Ranugalla. The club, which represents Rotary District 3220 (Sri Lanka), hopes to empower residents through sustainable education and economic development initiatives.
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RC St. Lucia Donates To Babonneau Secondary School There is a long standing relationship between Rotary and the Babonneau Secondary School in Saint Lucia. With the support of Principal Felinor, the Babonneau Secondary School has for many years had an Interact Club, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Gros Islet. On Saturday 27th April 2017, this long friendship led to another visit by the US based travel professionals from Beachbum Vacations who arrived this time loaded with suitcases containing sporting goods and educational supplies for the school. |
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RC Antigua Sundown & The Caribbean Event Donate Computers To Cobbs Cross Primary School St. John’s Antigua, May 2, 2017 – The students and teachers of the Cobbs Cross Primary School recently benefited from a donation of fifteen (15) computers, secured by Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown, and valued at over $16,000. It marks largest donation ever of technology equipment to Cobbs Cross Primary School.
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RC St. Lucia Supports Dunnottar School The Dunnottar School is a special place for differently-abled children and young adults. Over the years, finding sufficient funding has been an ongoing challenge and the Rotary Club of Saint Lucia and the Rotaract Club of Saint Lucia have for some time cooperated on various projects to assist the school. In 2017, RC St. Lucia teamed up with Beachbum Vacations, a US based travel company and their charity arm Beachbum Cares to aid Dunnottar. |
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Driven To Serve How can a road trip inspire engagement with Rotary? Ask the group of Rotary members and Rotaractors who traveled 2,400 miles across the West Coast to spread the word about Rotary’s good work. Over two weeks they stopped for service projects in five states and, along the way, illustrated the value of hands-on service and community partnerships.
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Promote Your Club With New Rotary Resources.jpg) How do you communicate with your community about your club? Are prospective members hearing about who you are and what you do? A great first impression increases clubs’ chances of getting new members. If your club is looking to increase membership and/or promote its unique culture, events, and service projects, you can customize a club brochure and edit the content or upload your own photos to make a distinctive promotional pamphlet. |
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RC St. Lucia: 28th Annual Anti-Drug Youth Camp As one of the signature community projects of the Rotary Club of Saint Lucia, the 28th Annual Anti-Drug Youth Camp took place 14th-17th April 2017 and was a great success. In cooperation with several non-governmental organizations, the Police Service, and the Ministries of Education and Family Services, approximately 60 young girls and boys attended and participated over the four days.
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2017 International Convention - Atlanta - Guide & Updates Are you ready for the 2017 RI Convention in Atlanta? Have your registered, paid and made arrangements for accommodations? District 7030 is well on its way to be being well represented...you should join those already set to go. There is still time to register and to help motivate you, we've included a list of events and scheduled highlights. |
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End Polio Now - Zero Cases - Pass The Torch ! In order to increase awareness and giving to PolioPlus Rotary is rolling out a new Social Media campaign to coincide with the End Polio Now torch arriving at the International Convention in June. The torches were started as a project of the Rotary Club of Madras who has overseen the travel through multiple countries, clubs, and the past two International Conventions, raising awareness and funds to end polio. This year the torch will travel from Madras to Chattanooga (home of President John Germ). This is where the 100 mile relay, to coincide with the 100 year Foundation celebration, will start. It will culminate Saturday morning at the Grand Opening of the House of Friendship in Atlanta. |
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RC Antigua Brings Easter Cheer On Saturday 8th April 2017, Rotary Club of Antigua was happy to host an Easter Fair at the Rotary House on Nugent Avenue and bring Easter cheer to 150 children of the Grays/Green, Five Islands and Golden Grove Communities.
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RC Princes Town: Joint Meeting, Induction And Special Speaker L to R: Club Presidents Tessa Solomon, Debbie Roopchand, Ramnarine Rampersad, Michelle Ramnarine, DG Roger Bose and Club President Michael Ibrahim On Wednesday 22nd March 2017. the Rotary Club of Princes Town hosted its 4th joint meeting for the Rotary year. On this occasion, the Rotary Clubs of Penal, Point Fortin, Chaguanas and Felicity/Charlieville all partnered together. The evening opened with a live rendition of the National Anthem by Kyle Ali on the steelpan and a warm welcome by host President Debbie Roopchand to all present.
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Rotary Club Central Is Getting A Big Upgrade In 2017 When Rotary International introduced Rotary Club Central in 2012, it revolutionized goal tracking and planning for clubs and districts — no more filling out paper club-planning forms or passing along boxes of historical club information every time a new leader took office. Rotary Club Central offered clubs and districts a quantifiable way to begin measuring local and global impact, specifically membership initiatives, service activities, and Rotary Foundation giving. But as with any technological advancement, in a few short years, Rotary Club Central began to show its age, and Rotarians took notice. They wanted a tool that was more robust, faster to use, and easier to navigate. It was time for an upgrade. |
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RC Liamuiga: Talent Search Competition Returns With A Bang Basseterre, St. Kitts, 6 April 2017 – After a 2 year hiatus the Rotary Club of Liamuiga (RCL) Talent Search Competition for Primary and High Schools was brought back to be included in the Club’s Programme of Activities for the current Rotary Year, which runs from 1 July 2016 to 30 June 2017. It was excitement galore when the talents of the children and teenagers were unveiled at the Finals of the Competition at the Sir Cecil Jacobs Auditorium on the evening of Wednesday, 5 April 2017!
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RC Antigua Sundown: Awards To Children In Tennis Program St. John’s Antigua, 7th April 2017 – President of the Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown (RCAS), Herald Rolland announced the continuation of the ‘Tennis with Samantha” Program at a recently held award ceremony for the tennis program for children with intellectual disabilities. “This experience has been very valuable,” said Mr. Rolland, RCAS President. “I think our club knew very early that this was a program we wanted to continue because we knew how important this activity was to these children.” |
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RC Antigua Sundown: Big Turnout For Autism Awareness Walk.jpg) St. John’s Antigua, 4th April 4 2017 – The Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown (RCAS) recently hosted its 4th Annual Autism Awareness Walk. Approximately 700 participants registered for the walk and over fifteen-thousand and counting raised.
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RC Antigua: Book Reading And Book In A Bag Competition.png) On Saturday 1st April 2016, RC Antigua's Book Reading & Book In A Bag Competition was held at the Multipurpose Centre, Perry Bay Drive Antigua. The winner of the Book Reading Competition was Neequanie Parillon from the Five Islands School, with Dejarnie Fredericks from golden Grove Primary School and Malique Farrell from the Five Islands Primary School winning the Book In A Bag Competition. |
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RC St. Lucia: Interact Club of St Mary’s College Pinning Ceremony On 30th March 2017, the Interact Club at St. Mary’s College, St. Lucia, held its annual pinning ceremony for the new board of directors and new members.
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RC Princes Town: Further Dental Screening For Cerebral Palsy Patients On Friday 03rd March 2017, the second session of dental screening facilitated by the Rotary Club of Princes Town for members of the Cerebral Palsy Society of Trinidad and Tobago ("the Society") took place at the Special Needs Clinic of the UWI Dental School at Mount Hope – a clinic specially equipped and staffed to cater for the needs of patients with special needs. |
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RC Antigua Sundown Provides Backup Water Supply To Schools.jpg) St. John’s, Antigua – The Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown (RCAS) recently completed their School Backup Water Supply project. With the installation of these systems, there is now a constant clean water supply available in the schools and the final phase of the project was carried out at the Holy Trinity Primary School in Barbuda. |
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RC Princes Town: 17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament On Sunday 26th March 2017, the Rotary Club of Princes Town hosted its 17th Annual Golf tournament at Petrotrin's Golf Course, Pointe-a-Pierre. Registration opened at 8:00 am during which time breakfast was served and at 9:30 a.m. the 41 teams who participated set of on the golf course to a full day of golf. By the close of the afternoon players the were in high spirits as they enjoyed an early dinner and drinks prior to the prize giving ceremony. |
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2017 D7030 PETS & Conference - Trinidad - Updates |
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2017 International Convenion - Atlanta - A Request From RI Zone 33/34 Director Joe Mulkerrin |
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Calling All Youth Leadership All-Stars For Youth Service Month May is Rotary’s Youth Service Month! Rotary is looking for Youth Leadership All-Stars to share their stories and be recognized on the Rotary Voices blog.
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2017 Change In Club Leadership Resources In response to survey results, Rotary International has been working to improve the learning experience for club leaders. First, the September mailing of club officer manuals to district governors-elect will move to July this year. The manual Lead Your Club: President will be the only club resource mailed. Other resources will be emailed or appear online. |
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TRF Scholarships Available For Advanced Training In Water Solutions The Rotary Foundation and UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education are offering up to 10 scholarships for graduate study at UNESCO-IHE's Delft campus in the Netherlands. The aim is to increase the number of trained professionals who can devise, plan, and implement water and sanitation solutions in developing areas.
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2017 International Convention - Atlanta - Volunteers Needed To All Zone 33 & 34 Rotarians Registered for the 2017 Convention! WE ARE IN NEED OF YOUR HELP. We currently have approximately 800 volunteers and we need 1200 to staff the events and transportation properly. |
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2017 International Women's Day - Women In Rotary What motivates everyday women to do extraordinary things — to positively change the lives of people halfway around the world while inspiring so many folks at home? Three Rotary members answered that question at a celebration of International Women’s Day hosted by the World Bank at its Washington, D.C., headquarters 8 March.
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The New EndPolio.org.jpg) Have you experienced the newly updated End Polio Now website? It’s been completely revamped to include vibrant images, improved navigation, and, thanks to your feedback, an enhanced Resource Center. Get the latest polio news; download tools to help you advocate, fund raise, and educate about polio eradication; and make a contribution at the new EndPolio.org.
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2017 International Convention - Atlanta - Keynote SpeakerBill Gates will be the keynote speaker at Rotary International's 108th international convention this summer in Atlanta.
Atlanta is preparing to host Rotary’s international convention from June 10 to 14. Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, will be one among a lineup of world-class speakers. The Gates Foundation and Rotary International have an ongoing match of 2:1 to support polio eradication efforts up to $35 million a year. |
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2017 Global Youth Service Day Join the world’s largest service event, Global Youth Service Day! This 21-23 April, young leaders from around the world will come together for the largest service event in the world, Global Youth Service Day. Show how Interact and Rotaract clubs around the world contribute to this year’s theme of Youth-led Solutions to Real World Problems. Utilize the GYSD learning center to plan a project, post it on the global map, and promote it on social media with #GYSD. |
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Saint Lucia Rotaract and Rotary Clubs Team Up To Assist Dunnottar School Dunnottar is a school for differently-abled children and young adults located in Castries, St. Lucia. For over 20 years the Rotary and the Rotaract Clubs of Saint Lucia have assisted the school in different ways ranging from furnishing classrooms to hosting the all almost 100 students for lunch once a year. |
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RC Princes Town: Special Meeting Wednesday 22nd February 2017 was a very special afternoon for the Rotary Club of Princes Town. The Club hosted its third joint meeting for the Rotary year, partnering with the Rotary Clubs of San Fernando and St. Augustine for an afternoon of Rotary fellowship where the Clubs celebrated the induction of new members and benefited from the educational and informative feature address delivered by Independent Senator Taurel Shrikissoon.
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RC Antigua: Computer For The World Project The Rotary Club of Antigua in partnership with the Belleview Breakfast Rotary Club of Washington State is in its tenth (10th) year of conducting the Computer for the World Project which started in 2008. In this project a team of Rotarians headed by Mr. John Martinka of the Belleview Breakfast Rotary Club along with and a team of Cisco Systems IT Students and Teachers headed by Mr. Jeff Mason from the Newport High School in Belleview, Washington State have been coming to Antigua & Barbuda and have been installing computers in Government and Private Schools as a donation to the Ministry of Education for the Students of Antigua & Barbuda. |
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RC Schoelcher Carnival Run – 2nd Edition For the second year, the Rotary Club of Schoelcher hosted a costume race, the profits from which are used for collaborative project with associations fighting against the DYS troubles. This year, this initiative called "Schoelcher Carnival Run" took on a whole new dimension.
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RC St. Lucia 50th Anniversary Wine & Cheese Fiesta
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Antigua Rotary Clubs Celebrate 112th Anniversary of Rotary and World Peace & Understanding Day Members of Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown, Rotary Club of Antigua and Rotaract Club of Antigua
St. John’s Antigua, February 21, 2017 – The Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown (RCAS), Rotary Club of Antigua (RCA) and Rotaract Club of Antigua recently marked 112 years of the founding of Rotary and celebrated World Peace & Understanding Day at a church service at the Spring Gardens Moravian Church.
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2017 World Rotaract Week Rotaract is an international organization of young professionals and students ages 18 to 30 that are committed to service and leadership in their communities and abroad. Established in 1968 by Rotary International, Rotaract is a global network of young people who are changing the world with clubs in over 170 countries. This World Rotaract Week, 13-19 March, join the global movement of young leaders in action! To celebrate 49 years of Rotaract let’s do what we do be best – take action! |
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RC Princes Town: Free Dental Screening For Cerebral Palsy Patients On the 17th February 2017, in pursuing the goal of securing dental treatment for members of the Cerebral Palsy Society of Trinidad and Tobago (“the Society”), the Rotary Club of Princes Town (“the Club”) successfully partnered with the U.W.I. School of Dentistry and facilitated the screening of 15 members of the Society at its Special Needs Clinic in Mount Hope. This screening exercise was made possible through the willing co-operation and involvement of the Dental School.
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New RI Resources & Upcoming Webinars Equip your club leaders with a new resource that they and their members can use to promote Rotary’s values, history, and membership benefits. Download the Discover Rotary presentation, available in regional versions, from the Membership page of My Rotary. Use this PowerPoint at to introduce Rotary to the public, including prospective member members. |
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2017 RI Awards - Upcoming DeadlinesIt’s a new year with new deadlines for RI awards. The Significant Achievement Award recognizes clubs in a district whose project has addressed a significant problem or need in the community. One club per district can be nominated each year. Projects completed outside of the club’s country are not eligible. The deadline for nominations, made by district governors, is 15 March. |
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St. Lucia Interactors Prepare for Model United Nations Debate For a second year, the Rotary Club of Saint Lucia is sponsoring two (2) young Interactors to participate in the Model United Nations debate in Trinidad. Members of the Interact Club at Sir Arthur Lewis Community College - Ms. Onella Zephrin and Ms Centaine Joseph - have been selected to represent the Saint Lucia Rotary family and will once again be accompanied by Interact Coordinator and teacher at Saint Mary’s College Ms. Jessima Cooper.
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Multiple Service Projects in January From T&T South Clubs |
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Hundreds Receive Free Foot Care Thanks To RC Liamuiga Basseterre, St Kitts – The Rotary Club of Liamuiga (RCL) has long been a leader in foot care management, providing specialist training in the care of the diabetic foot by the International Diabetic Federation (IDF) to medical staff throughout The Federation. Between January 30 and February 2, 2017, along with its graduating Class of 2017, the North American School of Podology (NASP) offered a unique, FREE four-day foot care clinic to help Kittitians and Nevisians with skin and nail related foot problems.
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RC Saint Lucia Inducts Ninety-Seven New Interactors In an official ceremony held at St. Joseph’s Convent on Friday 3rd February 2017, ninety-seven (97) new Interactors from Castries Comprehensive Secondary School and St. Joseph’s Convent were officially pinned and inducted into Interact.
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RC Paramaribo Residence: Restoration of Tamara Children's Foundation Centre On Saturday January 14th 2017, members of the Rotary Club of Paramaribo Residence and some of their children got 'hands on' and conducted restoration activities at the Tamara Children's Foundation Centre. |
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Rotary Giving & Grants: New Grant CenterLearn about the new Grant Center: In December, Rotary debuted the new Grant Center, which features both a new look and a streamlined grant application. You can learn more about the new system in How to Use the Grant Center. In April, RI will also host a webinar to introduce new users to the Grant Center.
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RC Antigua Sundown Funds Recreational Tennis Program for Children With Intellectual Disabilities St. John’s, Antigua – The Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown (RCAS) partnered with the Wadadli Gems to offer a tennis program for children with intellectual disabilities and on 31st January 2017 launched “Tennis With Samantha”. RCAS’s investment will provide: tennis equipment, water coolers, first aid kit etc. for the program.
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Rotary Announces US $35 Million To Support A Polio-Free World EVANSTON, Ill. (17 January 2017) — Rotary today announced another US $35 million in grants to support the global effort to end polio, bringing the humanitarian service organization’s contribution to US $140 million since January 2016.
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Tapping Into Rotary’s Membership Resources.jpg) Did you know that Rotary International receives inquiries from approximately 800-1,000 prospective members worldwide each week? RI gathers their information, forwards it to Rotary districts, and asks the districts to match the potential members with clubs. But only a few clubs used these leads to increase their membership in 2015-16. These prospective members are an untapped resource that can help clubs reach their membership goals this year.
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Bringing Vocational Service To Life As part of Rotary’s guiding principles and the Avenues of Service, Vocational Service calls on Rotarians to empower others by using their unique skills and expertise to address community needs and help others discover new vocational opportunities and interests. While January is Rotary’s Vocational Service Month and an excellent time to reflect on how your club and district implement the concept of Vocational Service, its never too late and there is never a wrong time for your club to start a new Vocational Service project.
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RC Saint Lucia Charters 5th Interact Club At Sir Arthur Lewis Community College .jpg) .JPG) Castries, St. Lucia — On Friday January 20, 2017, the Interact Club at Sir Arthur Lewis Community College (SALCC) was officially chartered and the charter members received their pins from their sponsor - the Rotary Club of St. Lucia. With 85 members strong, this, the 5th Interact Club sponsored by the RC Saint Lucia, is also the largest.
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2016 Interact Video Awards Inspire Action On Global Issues Congratulations to the Interact Club of Constanta, Romania as they earned the "BEST VIDEO" Award for the 2016 Interact Video Awards! Watch this club’s refreshing and humorous take on how they would rule the world!
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Riseley Announces 2017-2018 RI Presidential Theme - "Rotary: Making A Difference" At the recently concluded 2017 International Assembly, RI President-elect Ian H.S. Riseley urged incoming district leaders to seek gender and age parity and protect the environment in announcing the 2017-18 presidential theme Rotary: Making a Difference. “We know that we can do more together than we could ever do alone. I ask you to keep that spirit of teamwork and cooperation always in your minds and to take it back with you to your districts.”
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RC Liamuiga Set To Host Free Foot Care Clinic Basseterre, St Kitts: The Rotary Club of Liamuiga (RCL) has long been a leader in foot care management, providing specialist training in the care of the diabetic foot by the International Diabetic Federation (IDF) to medical staff throughout The Federation. In keeping with this focus RCL, together with the North American School of Podology (NASP), is organizing a dynamic group of 48 dedicated aestheticians and pedicurists to provide FREE foot care service in The Federation.
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Stand Up And Be An Ambassador For Rotary It’s a new year, and here’s something you can resolve to do for your club and for Rotary in 2017...Think about the last time someone gave you a “word-of-mouth referral” that influenced your decision to do something. Maybe a friend shared a new favorite restaurant over Facebook, or your neighbor recommended a plumber. Or maybe it was that friendly suggestion to come along to a Rotary club meeting that got you involved in Rotary in the first place. Regardless, you probably acted on the referral, in part, because it came from someone you trust! If you’re passionate about Rotary, District 7030 encourages you this year to become an ambassador for your own club — and more importantly for Rotary — by using your “word-of-mouth referral” power.
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2017 D7030 RYLA Announcement.jpg) The Rotary Clubs in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis are super excited to welcome the youth from around District 7030 to RYLA 2017. This year promises a dynamic curriculum that includes a range of insightful, thought-provoking and motivating topics, to be delivered in a mix of interactive and stimulating plenary and group sessions! We know you can’t wait to attend so here a few need-to-know tidbits to help you make the best of your RYLA experience...
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RC Melbourne: Corporate Membership - What Has Worked & What Hasn’t As a measure of your club adopting some of the new flexible policies regarding membership from Rotary International, learn how the Rotary Club of Melbourne, Victoria - the first Rotary Club chartered in Australia - introduced corporate membership into its regular routines in 2011, the pros and cons debated, and the consequences that precipitated since.
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The 2017 Rotarian Photo Contest Show Us Your Best Shot
Do you have a great shot from a club project or fundraiser? Did you capture a memorable moment at the convention or during an international trip? Enter your images in The Rotarian's 2017 photo contest and you might see them in the pages of the magazine. |
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2017 Schoelcher Carnival Run RC Schoelcher is organizing the 2nd annual Schoelcher Carnival Run on Saturday 11th February at 3pm on Madiana Beach, Martinique. Once again, the event aims to raise awareness among the general public about DYS (dyslexia, dysphasia, etc.) and other learning disabilities.
Le Rotary Club de Schoelcher organise sa 2ème édition de la Schoelcher Carnival Run, le Samedi 11 Février à 15h sur la plage de Madiana. Comme pour la 1ère année, cette course a pour but de sensibiliser le grand public aux DYS (dyslexie, dysphasie...).
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2017 Zone 34 100/100/100 Video Contest In recognition and celebration of Rotary Foundation's Centennial, Zone 34 and the other zones across the world, have launched a new video promotion. All Rotarians are asked to participate and send in a video vignette telling their Rotary story. All submissions will be posted and shared online. |
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How Can Flexibility Help Your Club? Discover how your club can use the new club flexibility policies of Rotary International to adapt your club experience to fit the needs of your members and attract new ones. The policies allow clubs great latitude in deciding when, where, and how you meet.
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RC St. Lucia: New Year's Lunch & Food Drive For Homeless Citizens For several decades, the Rotary Club of Saint Lucia has provided a Christmas lunch to the less fortunate and indigent of the island, including those living in shelters and often under homeless circumstances. Traditionally held on the day after New Year’s, this example of meaningful and relevant community service serves as a shining example to the rest of the District.
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2016-17 Rotaract Outstanding Project AwardsNominate A Project For A Rotaract Outstanding Project Award
Every year, Rotaract clubs around the world change lives. Rotaractors develop innovative solutions to community problems. Tell us about your Rotaract club’s best local or international service project from the past year. We’ll share your success with the world and inspire others to take action.
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2017 International Convention – Atlanta – UpdatesAre you ready for the 2017 RI Convention in Atlanta? Have your registered, paid and made arrangements for accommodations? Our District is well on its way to be being well represented...you should join those already set to go. Click here for more information on the Atlanta Convention
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The New Rotary.org & Grant Center If you haven’t visited Rotary.org recently, you’re missing out!
In January, visitors to Rotary.org will discover a new, contemporary site that tells Rotary’s story in a fresh and exciting way. It’s the first step in a two-part process to refresh our entire website: first the public site, Rotary.org, and then My Rotary. Additionally, RI is pleased to announce the debut of the new Grant Center, formerly known as the grant application tool.
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D7030 Officially Welcomes The ABC ClubsIt's Official!! The ABC Islands have joined District 7030!!
As of January 1st, 2017, the culmination of a process that began several years ago is now upon us. It is very rare for a District to “adopt” 3 new countries and 4 new clubs into its fold, but that’s exactly the event about which District 7030 is so ecstatic.
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RC St. Lucia: 2016 Children's Christmas Treat On 19th December 2016, the long standing St. Lucia Rotary tradition of hosting a Children's Christmas party for primary school kids continued in Augier, in south Saint Lucia. Once again members of the St. Lucia Rotary and Rotaract Clubs teamed up to deliver Christmas cheers to school children who were engaged in singing and playing before Santa Claus delivered presents to each of the 88 students.
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2017 D7030 RYLA UpdateThe early registration deadline for RYLA 2017 is quickly approaching <January 11th 2017>. Clubs are encouraged to register their participants as soon as possible to take advantage of the discounted price. Please remember this year's age range of 14-30 when selecting your participants from Rotaract and Interact.
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RC Princes Town: Bringing Christmas Cheer to Princes Town On Thursday 15th December 2016, the Rotary Club of Princes Town hosted a 3-hour Christmas concert at the Triangle, Princes Town. The concert started a little after 4:00 p.m. and President Debbie Roopchand who chaired the concert spoke of the Club’s delight in being able to put together the show at no cost to the members of the public in an effort to bring them Christmas cheer.
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RC Remire Montjoly: Arbre de Noël On 14th December 2016, RC Remire Montjoly held its annual Arbre de Noël event which consists of distributing gifts and a cheer to the children of a school French Guiana. « Arbre de Noël » du ROTARY CLUB de REMIRE MONTJOLY (Guyane Française) du 14 décembre 2016. Cette action qui est reproduite chaque année consiste à distribuer de cadeaux et un gouter aux enfants d’une école de la commune de REMIRE MONTJOLY (Guyane Française).
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HRH Prince Harry Visits With Rotarians In St. Lucia During his official visit to Saint Lucia in November 2016, His Royal Highness, Prince Harry of Wales, met with 8 local community organizations, including a group comprised of over 30 Rotarians, Rotaractors and Interactors.
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RC Maracas/St. Joseph: Maracas Valley Community Center Seniors Luncheon For the third consecutive year the Rotary Club of Maracas/St. Joseph (RCMSJ), in partnership with the Interact Clubs of Hillview College and St. Joseph Convent, St. Joseph, was host to an exquisite Christmas Style Gala Luncheon for the Senior Citizens of the Maracas, St. Joseph community. The event was held on Dec 10th 2016 at the Maracas Valley Community Center and was favourably supported by several Community Councils in the Valley namely the Lluengo Community Council, Acono Community Council, Maracas Valley Community Council and the La Seiva Community Council, to this end they were all equally responsible for inviting the Seniors Citizens and ensuring maximum participation and attendance to the event.
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RC St. Lucia: New Library For Micoud Secondary School On December 7, 2016 the library at the Micoud Secondary School was officially opened providing the nearly 700 students with a beautiful, modern, fully-stocked resource of the newest and best in reference, fiction, and non-fiction titles.
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RC Stabroek: Boys Camp In Bagotville Peace Corps Volunteer Anthony Skow (middle front) attached to the Bagotville Primary poses with the participants
During late November 2016, the Rotary Club of Stabroek partnered with the Peace Corps Guyana to host Bagotville's first CAMP BRO project at the Bagotville Community Centre. The concept of Camp Bro developed by Peace Corps Guyana is a project to develop character in young boys and was initially implemented as a one day camp for boys aged 9 to 14 year old and geared to make significant impact in their social lives.
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RC Princes Town Christmas Cheer On 4th December 2016, on a small playing field in Moruga, Trinidad, the Rotary Club of Princes Town conducted its annual Christmas treat at Samuel Cooper Trace. The Club distributed toys and treat bags to 191 children and hampers to 12 residents.
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2017 RYLA Announced STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFORMATION!
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RC Princes Town Grants TT $75K In Student Scholarships On Wednesday 23rd November 2016, at a joint meeting with the Rotary Club of Pointe-a-Pierre and with District Governor Roger Bose in attendance, the Rotary Club of Princes Town awarded a total of TT $75,000 (over US $11,000) to 9 students towards assisting them in pursuing their tertiary level studies. The students were past students of schools which fall under the Club’s jurisdiction - Biche High School, Tableland High School, Moruga Secondary School, Princes Town West Secondary School, Cowen Hamilton Secondary School and St. Stephen's College.
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2016 Give Back Tuesday – An End to TRF Month November 29th, 2016 is carded as Rotary's 'Give Back Tuesday' - a day we as Rotarians should all take account of our contributions to the The Rotary Foundation (TRF) and the work it does. To end the TRF month of November, PDG David Edwards – District 7030 TRF Fundraising Chair – has produced some inspiring and relevant information on contributing towards TRF. Many Rotarians may not be aware of how the TRF systems work either at an international or district level and are encouraged to review the material herein.
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First Interact Club of Aruba Chartered & Installed On Friday 25th November, the first Interact Club of Aruba was installed!! A total of 21 members were pinned by former Rotary International Director Mrs. Julia Phelps. The Interact Club of Aruba was chartered on October 3rd, 2016.
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RC Aruba Donates New Bus To FAVI The Rotary Club of Aruba, together with other service clubs on Aruba, has donated the necessary funds to the foundation FAVI (Fundacion Arubano die esnan Visualmente Incapacita) in order to acquire a new bus. President Stanley Looman (second from left) was present at the delivery of this new bus. FAVI is a foundation that helps and guides the visually impaired and the blind.
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2017 International Convention – Atlanta – Register NowCome celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Rotary Foundation in Atlanta.
Special registration rates are still being offered.
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Rotary Foundation Named World's Outstanding Foundation For 2016 The Association of Fundraising Professionals has recognized The Rotary Foundation with its annual Award for Outstanding Foundation. The award honors organizations that show philanthropic commitment and leadership through financial support, innovation, encouragement of others, and involvement in public affairs.
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Instant Gratification: Online Giving Benefits You & TRF |
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The Rotary Foundation & District 7030 November is Rotary Foundation Month. In District 7030, District Rotary Foundation Chair, PDG Hervé Honoré, would like D7030 Club and Rotarians to take a few minutes and genuinely reflect on what the Foundation really means...to them...to their club...to their community...and to the world.
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RC Princes Town: Continuing Work With The Cerebral Palsy Society of T&T.jpg) On Saturday 5th November 2016, under the leadership of President Debbie Roopchand, RC Princes Town continued to strive to fulfill this year's theme of "Rotary Serving Humanity" by conducting its third distribution of basic monthly supplies to the children of the Cerebral Palsy Society of Trinidad and Tobago.
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Interact Club of Princes Town: Beach Cleanup.jpg) On Saturday 5th November 2016, in celebration of World Interact Week, students of the Interact Club of Princes Town West Secondary School, under the leadership of their Club President Alyssa Francis, engaged in a beach cleanup exercise at Moruga Beach, Trinidad.
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RC Princes Town: Diwali Celebrations In October 2016, RC Princes Town set the bar in celebrating Diwali - the Hindu festival of lights - in the best Rotary traditions and demonstrated to other clubs in the District how to best work alongside and support your community.
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RC Liamuiga: Annual Rotary Primary School Spelling Bee Basseterre, St. Kitts; 3 Nov 2016 – With consecutive correct spelling of the words “APOCALYPSE” and “DIAPHRAGM,” Miss Malika Benjamin of the St. Kitts Seventh Day Adventist Primary School outlasted the 18 other competitors to emerge as the Rotary Club of Liamuiga (RCL) 2016 Primary School Spelling Bee Champion. In the process, Malika helped her school repeat as RCL Spelling Bee Champions at the Competition held at the Sir Cecil Jacobs Auditorium, Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) on Thursday, 27 October 2016.
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2016 COL Decisions: A Quick Video Review The 2016 Council on Legislation may well be remembered as one of the most progressive in Rotary history. Not only did this Council grant clubs more freedom in determining their meeting schedule and membership, it also approved an increase in per capita dues of $4 a year for three years. The increase will be used to enhance Rotary’s website, improve online tools, and add programs and services to help clubs increase membership. The RI Board put forth two proposals that increase flexibility. The first measure allows clubs to decide to vary their meeting times, whether to meet online or in person, and when to cancel a meeting, as long as they meet at least twice a month. The second allows clubs flexibility in choosing their membership rules and requirements. Both passed. Representatives also approved removing six membership criteria from the RI Constitution and replacing them with a simple requirement that a member be a person of good character who has a good reputation in their business or community and is willing to serve the community.
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Submit A Video Now For The 2016 Interact Video Awards Interactors, Rotary wants you to show the world your club in action for the 8th annual Interact Video Awards! The “Best Video” will be awarded US$500 toward their next service project. Create a video that shows how Interactors have fun while making a difference and be recognized.
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RC Antigua Sundown Receives Major Sponsorship For Signature Fete Photo – (L) Siman Jallow KCL Rep. and Herald Rolland RCAS President
St. John’s Antigua, October 28, 2016 – Kennedy’s Club Ltd. (KCL) recently donated over Twenty-Thousand Eastern Caribbean Dollars (US $8253) towards the "Signature Fete" - one of Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown’s largest annual fundraisers. The fete which will be held at the Antigua Athletic Club will take place on December 10th, 2016.
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World Polio Day 2016 ReviewHow close are we to ending polio? Watch an update on Rotary's progress toward creating a polio-free world. Top global health experts and Rotary's polio ambassadors gathered at the headquarters of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia, on World Polio Day, 24 October, to hail progress made by Rotary and its partners. For more info:
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RC San Fernando: Williamsville Medical Outreach Programme On Sunday 16th October 2016, the Rotary Club of San Fernando hosted its first Medical Outreach for the Rotary year at the Williamsville Community Center. From 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, doctors and nurses accommodated about 90 individuals from the area, running several common health tests and general checkups on all present. |
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2016 World Interact Week Interact is Rotary International’s service club for young people ages 12 to 18. Interact clubs are sponsored by Rotary clubs, which provide support and guidance, but they are self-governing and self-supporting. As one of the most significant and fastest-growing programs of Rotary service, with more than 18,000 clubs in over 150 countries and geographical areas, Interact has become a worldwide phenomenon. Over 400,000 young people are involved in Interact. From 31 October to 6 November, Show the world how your Interact Club makes a difference in your local community...
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Tactical Ways To Use Social Media To Promote Rotary Does your club make effective use of social media? Social media has revolutionized the way we connect with our friends, family and acquaintances in our network. Through their pictures and online posts, we can tap into their likes and dislikes, which effectively can have an impact on you. It has become a portal of advocacy - a way to get the word out, and often, we even see viral trends. It isn't as simple as just having a presence however.
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D7030 Recognized At 2016 Zone Institute At the 2016 Zone 33/34 Institute which took place from 13th thru 16th October 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina, District 7030 was recognized for having contributed more than twenty percent (20%) of its District Designated Fund to END POLIO NOW (the Rotary Foundation's PolioPlus Program) during the 2015-2016 Rotary year. Immediate Past District Governor Milton Inniss received the certificate on behalf of the District with DG Roger Bose, DGE Waddy Sowma and many other Past District Governors attending the event and representing D7030 to the fullest.
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RC Liamuiga: Inaugural Primary School Dental Quiz Basseterre, St. Kitts: 13 October 2016 – As part of the Dental Health Week of Activities, the St. Kitts and Nevis Dental Unit in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Liamuiga (RCL) and the Ministry of Education hosted the Inaugural Primary School Dental Quiz at the Sir Cecil Jacobs Auditorium, Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) on 12 October 2017.
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Rotary & ShelterBox On The Ground In Haiti ShelterBox and UN World Food Programme staff unload a delivery of ShelterBox supplies at Les Cayes harbor in Haiti
Even as parts of Haiti were still recovering from a catastrophic 2010 earthquake, Hurricane Matthew tore through the impoverished island country 4 October, leaving hundreds dead and many more homeless. A ShelterBox response team of volunteers from Canada, England, New Zealand, and the United States traveled to Port-au-Prince, Haiti's capital, last week to assess the damage and decide how best to help people. ShelterBox, an independent charity, is Rotary's project partner for disaster relief.
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D7030 Clubs Receive 2015/16 Presidential Citation The Presidential Citation recognizes Rotary clubs for achieving an array of accomplishments that help them become stronger, deliver more effective service, and enhance their public image. In 2015-2016, the Presidential Citation recognized Rotary clubs that took action to increase their membership, enhance their service impact, expand their network and enhance their public image. By qualifying for the Presidential Citation, clubs contribute to Rotary’s organizational goals and multiply the impact of their good work through the collective focus of 34,000 Rotary clubs worldwide. A total of ten (10) Rotary clubs and ten (10) Rotaract clubs from District 7030 achieved the 2015-2016 Presidential Citation and we are most proud to share their accomplishment with all.
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2016-2017 District Governor Club Visits AnnouncedDistrict Governor Roger Bose shall begin visiting D7030 clubs starting in August. A tentative schedule of dates has been added to the District Calendar. Clubs are advised to liaise with their respective Assistant Governors to note the dates and begin planning for the DG's visit.
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Getting To Know Your District CommitteesHow many of us really know about the various committees maintained by District 7030 and established to assist clubs and members? Do we know who are part of these committees or even what each is charged with or responsible for each Rotary year? Your District PR Team is pleased to announce a new section of the website dedicated to informing club leaders and Rotarians in general about the specific district committees in 7030 and to help you connect with them to better assist your clubs in meeting its goals and objectives.
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2016 HandOver Ceremonies Around District 7030 Over the last few weeks, Clubs across District 7030 have been conducting their respective handover ceremonies with dignity and flair. Many clubs have shared some of the highlights of their handovers and the District is pleased to display just a sample of some of them.
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D7030 Public Image Citation Recipients Every year, clubs who have distinguished themselves by meeting the high standards in Public Image and Relations are recognized and awarded by Rotary Zone 33/34. This year a total of nine (9) clubs from District 7030 have achieved the Zone 33/34 Public Image Citation and we are most proud to share their accomplishment with all.
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Why Is Learning Transfer So Hard? Learning transfer refers to the degree to which an individual applies previously learned knowledge and skills to new situations. It is the primary reason for formal learning interventions—like courses, as well as informal interventions—explaining how to perform a task at a meeting.
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2016 RC San Fernando Handover & DG Installation Gala To All Fellow Rotarians and Guests: Please note that the Rotary Club of San Fernando will be hosting a joint Handover "President's Handover, Awards Presentation and District Governor Installation Gala", on Saturday 25th June 2016 from 6:00 p.m. at The Calypso Room, Radisson Hotel, Trinidad.
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Foundation’s Achievements And FutureThe Rotary Foundation has been improving lives since 1917. Learn about its work and help celebrate 100 years of doing good in the world.
In his address to convention attendees on Tuesday, 31 May, Trustee Chair Ray Klinginsmith proclaimed that The Rotary Foundation has never been stronger than it is today. Bolstered by generous contributions from members and robust programs like PolioPlus and the Rotary Peace Centers, the Foundation's good work is drawing public notice, Klinginsmith said: CNBC, a leading consumer and business news outlet in the U.S., ranked Rotary No. 5 among the top 10 charities changing the world in 2015.
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What Millennials Love About Rotary From left: Christa Papavasiliou, Jermaine Ee, and Yvonne Kwan.
If there is one absolute truth about millennials, it is this: Anyone who says there is an absolute truth about millennials risks being subjected to their collective eye roll. Millennials are individuals, and fiercely so. According to the Pew Research Center, most of them don’t even like being called “millennials,” let alone hearing generalizations about their shared attitudes and behaviors.
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RI Council Grants Clubs Greater Flexibility In Meetings & Membership COUNCIL ON LEGISLATION
The 2016 Council on Legislation may well be remembered as one of the most progressive in Rotary history. Not only did this Council grant clubs more freedom in determining their meeting schedule and membership, it also approved an increase in per capita dues of $4 a year for three years. The increase will be used to enhance Rotary’s website, improve online tools, and add programs and services to help clubs increase membership.
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2016 Zone 34 Regional Seminar.jpeg) On 11th & 12th June 2016, Zone 34 will be hosting its annual Zone Seminar at the Hyatt Regency, Jacksonville, Florida. Designed for incoming District Foundation, Membership & Public Image committee members, DGs, DGEs, DGNs, DGNDs, PDGS, Assistant Governors, Club Presidents, Secretaries, Incoming Officers, Foundation & Membership Advocates; but any Rotarian is invited to participate.
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Take Action Now! 2 Steps To Keep Your Interact Club Alive By sponsoring an Interact club, your club invested in young leaders in your community. You helped them take action for positive change and discover the power of Rotary. Before the end of the Rotary year, there are two simple steps you can take to help Interactors continue their Rotary journeys. By fulfilling this important responsibility, you can strengthen the connections between Interact and Rotary and leave a positive legacy in your club.
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How Will You Celebrate The Rotary Foundation’s Centennial? The Rotary Foundation is turning 100, and that’s definitely something worth celebrating. Visit the Centennial website to see what’s being planned, pick up ideas for your own celebration, and brush up on your Foundation history in our interactive timeline.
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RC Liamuiga: Support Of The Society For the Blind Basseterre, St. Kitts – On May 31, 2016, St. Kitts and Nevis joined its colleagues throughout the Caribbean to celebrate and commemorate Regional Blindness Awareness Day. In particular, the St. Kitts Society for the Blind launched its Braille Programme at the McKnight Community Centre.
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Report of Action of the 2016 Council on Legislation
With the conclusion of the 2016 Council on Legislation, RI is pleased to provide Rotarians with the Report of Action.
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D7030 Launches Club Officer & Committee Resource Section Prior to the start of a new Rotary year, the District PR Team is happy to announce that the Club Officer & Committee Resource Section of the District Website is now available. This section contains a comprehensive listing and links to helpful and guiding materials for the various personnel in your clubs.
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RC Liamuiga: Advancement of Children Foundation Basseterre, St. Kitts – The programmes and initiatives of the Advancement of Children Foundation (ACF) were front and centre at a recent Rotary Club of Liamuiga regular breakfast meeting at the Royal St. Kitts Golf Club. Chairperson of the ACF Board, Ms Naeemah Hazelle visited the Club on Wednesday May 25, 2016 and delivered an impressive presentation to the gathering.
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RC Liamuiga: Enhancing Newtown Bay Road Boulevard Basseterre, St. Kitts – On a cool Saturday morning, May 14, 2016, members of the Rotary Club of Liamuiga and the Association of Sports and Cultural Clubs of Caribbean Port Authorities (ASCCCPA) partnered to plant coconut palm trees along the Bay Road.
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RCs Martinique: Living With Dyslexia |
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RC Dominica: Post TS Erika Education Projects Tropical Storm Erika devastated Dominica on August 27th, 2015, triggering floods and huge landslides which destroyed buildings and infrastructure and caused many deaths. Fourteen (14) people were confirmed dead, 16 are still missing and 1034 evacuated. The Rotary Club of Dominica partnered with two organizations and the Ministry of Education to develop and implement Education projects.
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RC Dominica: Livelihood Restoration and Community Development Project   In the wake of Tropical Storm Erika, the Rotary Club of Dominica set up a Relief Fund which received generous donations from Rotary Clubs, Rotaract Clubs, organizations, businesses and individuals locally, regionally and internationally.
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Introducing New ClubRunner Search Tool Search Away! ClubRunner is pleased to present the new search function which has been added to all ClubRunner websites, allowing visitors to search for any item published anywhere on a ClubRunner website.
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2017 International Convention – AtlantaCome celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Rotary Foundation in Atlanta...Special registration rates soon to be offered.
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2016 RI Convention - On To Seoul |
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2016 District PETS & Conference - It's A Wrap! Check out all the highlights from this year's District PETS & Conference in Barbados here. You can find pictures from all the spectacular events as well as copies of all the wonderful presentations made over the three days. Special congratulations to the Conference Committee and, in particular, Conference Chair Sonya Alleyne, for a great experience and lasting memories with great friends - it was indeed the epitome of Fun, Food & Fellowship!
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RC Demerara: International Service Project To Renovate Playgrounds At David Rose Special Needs School  .jpg) Rotary Clubs of District 7910, Massachusetts, USA and of Georgetown, Guyana partnered to renovate the play facility at the David Rose Special Needs School in Georgetown Guyana during the 19th to 25th February 2016. The partnership of the project was initiated when the Past District Governor (PDG) Richard Manelis indicated his group’s intention to visit Guyana for the purpose of working on a project.
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RC Cayenne: A Special Rotary Day On March 5th 2016, through the initiative of the Rotary Club of Cayenne, Rotarians and members of the Inner Wheel of Cayenne organised a "ROTARY DAY" event centred on a theme of promoting Autism awareness.
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RC Point Fortin: “Chess In Schools” Project The “Chess in Schools” project started as the idea of Past President Raymond Aaron of the Rotary Club of Point Fortin in Trinidad, West Indies (District 7030) and along with project co-coordinator Jo-Anne Sewlal and committee member Tessa Solomon (Secretary) was made a reality this year. This project mainly targets primary schools rather than secondary schools, as there are competing interests such as football, cricket and extra academic lessons at the secondary school level. Some benefits of introducing chess in schools include helping students with fundamental subjects like Mathematics and English. It also helps children recognize patterns. Chess also builds crucial social skills such as, respecting authority, rules and each other. Although all students will want to win, there is always a loser, but loss should be accepted with grace, thus cultivating sportsmanship. However, the value of chess in schools in terms of these advantages is not widely recognized in Trinidad and Tobago or in the Caribbean as it is perhaps in developed countries.
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RC Demerara: 2015-2016 Gender-Based Violence Campaign The Rotary Club of Demerara under President Renata Chuck-A-Sang this year joined the campaign to end gender-based violence in Guyana. Domestic violence within the communities of Guyana has increased over the years, with statistics from the Guyana Police Force showing that domestic violence has also contributed to increases in overall national death tolls. The campaign focused on creating advocacy messages against domestic violence targeting both women and children, as well as, sharing with them that help can be accessed and directing them to where help can be accessed.
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RC Demerara: Vocational Award For Ms. Denise Dias - The Story Of Help & Shelter From Left: Assistant District Governor Marcel Gaskin, Ms. Dias and Club President Renata Chuck-A-Sang
Ms Denise Dias was Rotary Club of Demerara Vocational Service awardee for 2015-2016. Who is Ms. Dias? She is the co-founder and chair of Help & Shelter, an NGO that provides services to women and children who are abused in Guyana. This organization provides FREE counseling, FREE accommodation, a 24-hour hotline for abused clients and their children, and public education.
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Successful Women Mentor Youth Through Rotary Clara Montanez attends a reception in 2013 for the Champions of Change honorees at the White House in Washington D.C.
Photo Credit: Rotary Images
When Clara Montanez was a student, she never heard the word mentoring. The idea of having a role model help you pursue your ambitions was unfamiliar to her. "You basically chose your career based on personal interest and hoped you could find a job," says Montanez, senior director of investment for Oppenheimer & Co., Inc. "I went the route of getting married and having children first, and started my career later in life. I had no model for how to do that." That changed for Montanez the day a friend invited her to join Rotary.
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2016 Presidential Conference Explores Routes To Peace Actress and humanitarian Sharon Stone gives the peace sign after speaking at the Rotary World Peace Conference on 15 January in Ontario, California, USA.
Photo Credit: Rotary International/Ryan Hyland On 2 December, a terrorist attack killed 14 people and wounded more than 20 others in San Bernardino, California. Less than two months later, an event nearby focused on peace: the Rotary World Peace Conference. The two-day meeting on 15-16 January brought together experts from around the world to explore ideas and solutions to violence and conflict. The conference was the first of five Rotary presidential conferences planned for this year.
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RC Maracas/St/ Joseph: Primary Schools Beverage Container Recycling Program  We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors…We borrow it from our children…
The Rotary Club of Maracas/St. Joseph has established a BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING PROGRAM in three primary schools in the district. The program which was launched in April of 2015 will soon reach its first anniversary with resounding success and enthusiasm.
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RC Maracas/St.Joseph: Removing The Invisible Handcuffs-Freedom For Learning & Earning Former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan stated that Literacy is the means through which every man, woman and child can realize his or her full potential. Rotary International has long recognized that basic education and literacy is paramount to overcoming many obstacles that face humanity. In Trinidad and Tobago, the Adult Literacy Tutors Association, ALTA, founded in 1992 has pioneered and aggressively pursued the improvement in literacy levels in the country and the Caribbean. Their curriculum, material, and organization as a whole have received many prestigious awards for the quality, accountability and success it has delivered. There are 50 ALTA venues and anyone over the age of 16 years can enroll to receive free literacy classes.
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Germ Reveals ‘Rotary Serving Humanity’ As 2016-17 Presidential ThemeRotary International President-elect John F. Germ announces his presidential theme 'Rotary Serving Humanity.'
Rotary’s founder, Paul Harris, believed that serving humanity is “the most worthwhile thing a person can do,” RI President-elect John F. Germ said, and that being a part of Rotary is a “great opportunity” to make that happen. Germ unveiled the 2016-17 presidential theme, Rotary Serving Humanity, to incoming district governors on 18 January at the International Assembly in San Diego, California, USA.
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RC Maracas/St. Joseph: “Knowledge Is The New Wealth...Not Fossil Fuel”
It was the progressive vision of President Harri Narinesingh of the Rotary Club of Maracas/St. Joseph to host a panel of experts from the University of Trinidad and Tobago to enlighten Rotarians, Rotaracters and interacters on the incredible , affordable opportunities and strategic curriculum offered at the University.
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RC Maracas/St. Joseph: Star Dyslexia
Dyslexia is a Specific Learning Difficulty disorder that affects an estimated 10% of the population. In Trinidad and Tobago, therefore, over 100,000 persons are living with dyslexia.
When DG Milton stated his desire to have District 7030 clubs focus on Dyslexia in 2015/2016, the Rotary club of Maracas/St. Joseph recognized that there was a huge vacuum to be filled in our local community. With the selfless input and generous guidance from the founder and chair of the Dyslexia association of Trinidad and Tobago, DATT, Cathryn Kelshall, we formulated a plan to incorporate sensitisation of our community alongside sponsorship of children for psychoeducational assessments and sponsorship of teachers for training in methods to teach children with dyslexia.
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RC Princes Town 2015 Diabetes Walkathon: Promoting Healthy Living
  The Rotary Club of Princes Town, Trinidad, held their 2015 Diabetes Walkathon on 22nd November 2015. The event, themed "Promoting Healthy Living", not only sought to raise awareness but also offered free onsite blood sugar and blood pressure testing. Minister of Health, the Honorable Terrance Deyalsingh, was one of the first persons to have himself tested and unequivocably supported and praised the event and its message of healthier living.
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Zone 33-34: Club Video Contest Clubs in Zones 33-34 are invited to create a video about the implementation in your club of the 2015-16 theme: "Be A Gift To The World". Several prizes will be awarded in both Rotarians Choice and Judges Choice categories. All winning videos will be featured on Zone websites, Facebook pages and YouTube channels.
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Rotary Has Heart The 2016 Rotary Has Heart program is a Community Service Program which is a continuation from last year’s program, originally initiated by PRID Anne L. Matthews and expanded by DIR Robert Hall. Zones 33-34 want all of its approximately 1600 clubs in the 29 districts to do a community service project in the 1st quarter of 2016 and let the community be aware of what Rotary is doing. In so doing, we as Rotarians, can help those in need and improve Rotary’s image in each of our communities at the same time. The Rotary Foundation Trustees and RI Board consider this awareness a critical element in our membership strategy which is key to Rotary’s future. This is especially important in Zones 33-34. Therefore, publicity is a key requirement for Rotary Has Heart.
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2016 District 7030 Conference - House of Friendship The 2016 District 7030 House of Friendship will be located at the Conference Venue and provides a space that displays and highlights the projects and activities of Clubs in the District to Rotarians and visitors alike. It is a great opportunity to showcase the achievements of your Club to all our Rotary family. Limited space is available, so please send your Club's interest in participating to the conference committee (7030conference2016@gmail.com) at the earliest convenience and include a brief description of what projects and activities your club would like to display and how best it would like to do so (i.e. with pictures, presentations, videos, signage, brochures, etc.). We look forward to receiving your club's response and to including and demonstrating all the great work happening in District 7030.
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2016 District 7030 PETS & Conference - UpdateThe District Conference 2016 website experienced some technical challenges and had to be taken offline for repair. The Planning Committee apologizes for the inconvenience caused during that period and has now advised that the website is back online.
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RC Liamuiga Spreads Christmas Spirit To Over 50 Families
St. Kitts - “Christmas is most truly Christmas when we celebrate it by giving the light of love to those who need it most.” These poignant words by Christian evangelist Ruth Carter Stapleton were personified on Saturday December 19, 2015 by members of the Rotary Club of Liamuiga during their annual Christmas hamper distribution initiative.
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RC Portsmouth Renovates ER at Portsmouth Hospital After just about two years of planning coupled with fundraising events and renovations, the Rotary Club of Portsmouth has officially handed over a refurbished state of the art emergency room at the Reginald Fitzgerald Armour Hospital at Portsmouth at a cost of $170, 000.
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RC Liamuiga Mobilizes Young Adults In Nevis |
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RC Liamuiga Donates to Saddlers Home for the Elderly |
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Rotary Foundation Cadre of Technical AdvisersThe Rotary Foundation Cadre of Technical Advisers is a group of volunteer Rotarians who provide technical expertise and advice to Rotarians planning and carrying out Rotary grant projects around the world.
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Rotary Publications - Are You Subscribed? Having Problems Receiving The Rotarian?Many of us currently subscribed to receive a copy of Rotary International's monthly magazine publication - The Rotarian. However, for the last year or so, nearly all of us in District 7030 are experiencing either a delay in receiving our print copy each month or, in many cases, not receiving it at all! In this article, we shall explore some easy and readily available options for members regarding alternative digital solutions, including other publications available for free from RI.
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Membership Matters Check out some recent ideas on why membership matters and new ways of approaching and thinking about membership and innovative tactics to address changes in people’s attitudes towards joining clubs.
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What You Should Know About Rotary Grants What do we as Rotarians really know and understand about grants in Rotary? Most members in our District are unaware of the what grants are available to their club and how to go about applying for grants.
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Maximizing Your Online Presence One of the most common areas of concern and, unfortunately, causes for some frustration in our District, deals with a Club's online presence. Some clubs are pretty adept at sharing their information and updates via the web and social media; while others find it hard to produce the information necessary or committ the time needed or sustain the personnel responsible.
Information provided here tackles how you can enhance your club (or district’s) online presence with topics ranging from "Why creating a digital communications strategy can help Rotary", to "How to get the most out of social media" and "Quick fixes to enhance your website".
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Have You Visited the Rotary Learning Center?.jpeg) Whether you're a new or veteran Rotarian, take advantage of a wealth of training materials designed to help you learn new skills and become more successful in what you do in your Club and be of greater service.
The Rotary Learning Center allows us all to enhance our understanding and practice in several areas, including: Goal Setting, Rotary.org, Membership, Professional Development, Rotary Grants, Rotary's Strategic Plan, Service Projects and The Rotary Foundation.
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Reinventing Membership: The New DynamicsCheck out this most informative webinar video taking new perspectives on membership in Rotary
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Understanding The Big Picture of Rotary |
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Have You Added Your Projects to Rotary Showcase? Rotary Showcase is an opportunity to show the world the exceptional projects clubs are carrying out or have completed.
Are you on-board?
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World Polio Day 2015
How close are we to a polio-free world? What’s needed to finish the job? Can we make history together?
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2015/16 RI Presidential Citation
Is Your Club Working Towards a 2015/16 Presidential Citation?
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ShelterBox & Rotary
MISSON
To rapidly provide emergency shelter and vital aid to stabilise, protect and support communities overwhelmed by disaster and humanitarian crisis.
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2015 RYLA Update - Programme of Activities |
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2016 RI Convention Connect with Korea – Touch the World
The Rotary International Convention travels to Seoul, 28 May-1 June 2016. Explore this world-class city and discover the rich culture that connects the latest trends with time-honored traditions. Taste eclectic cuisine and shop for the newest fashions and electronics. Meet new friends, share ideas, and interact with new technology at this dynamic, unforgettable convention. Connect with the thousands of Rotarians who will come together in friendship and peace.
Register Now and Save!
Check back for new details and program updates. Take advantage of your opportunity to save.
Be sure to register before 15 December for early registration savings.
For more information, please visit convention website - riconvention.org - or click here
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Public Relations Cheat Sheet |
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Strengthening Rotary's Image
Sheila Bethel
District 7020 Public Image Chair Zone 34 Assistant Rotary Public Image Coordinator For years, we described Rotary by the numbers: 1,220,115 members in 34,558 clubs in 200 countries and regions. Impressive figures, for sure, but they only tell part of our story. What numbers can't convey is the essence of Rotary –- what sets us apart and inspires people to get involved.
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Eight Ways to Reduce the Cost of Rotary Membership
Ken Solo
District Governor, 2015-2016
Rotary International District 7620 Growing the membership of your Rotary club is all about the value you provide for prospective members. The value equation is relatively simple and looks something like this: local and community service + networking and business development + professional growth and leadership opportunities + fellowship + fun / cost of membership = Value of Rotary. We tend to focus on the numerator in this equation all of the time. ( er…the numerator was all the stuff before the divisor “/” sign.) Today we are going to focus on the denominator, for the good reasons of 1) cost of membership is cold and lonely and we just don’t talk about it enough, and 2) it is the quickest way to improve the value equation.
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2015 RLI (Part 1) Training in Antigua
RLI SUNSHINE DIVISION
Part One held in Antigua Sunday 20th September 2015 PDG Lara Quentrall-Thomas
District 7030 RLI Director In-keeping with our commitment to improved training, District 7030 held it’s first RLI training for the new Rotary year in beautiful Antigua on Sunday 20th September 2015. It was also the very first time our District has facilitated an RLI with ‘home grown’ discussion leaders, namely PDG Hervé Honore, DGE Roger Bose, DGN Waddy Sowma, AG Dominique Venere and PP Sonya Alleyne. They all very kindly gave up their time to spend the weekend with 20 enthusiastic Rotarians from clubs in Antigua, Trinidad, St Kitts and Guyana.
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2015 RYLA Update - Registration Extension |
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2015-2016 New Rotary CalendarThe Rotary Months designations have changed for 2015-2016! A new calendar with updated dates and deadlines was effected on 1st July 2015. Visit this calendar throughout the year to find award deadlines and convention and event information. Develop meeting agendas, projects, or public image campaigns based on these special occasions. Use them at your regular meetings to promote Rotary's involvement in these activities.
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Rotary Global RewardsThe good you do comes back to you.
Rotary members can enjoy discounts on travel, hotels, dining, entertainment, and more through Rotary Global Rewards, a new member benefit program that began 1st July 2015. Anyone can view the offers, but only Rotary members who sign in to their My Rotary accounts can redeem the discounts.
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RI New Member Sponsor Recognition ProgramSponsor a new member and you'll not only strengthen your club, you'll also get recognized for your efforts. Through the New Member Sponsor Recognition program, sponsors will now receive a specially designed Rotary pin and recognition on Rotary's website.
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2015 District 7030 RYLA ‘Positioning Tomorrow’s Leaders Today’
5th to 7th November 2015 - RYLA returns to Grenada!
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2015 District 7030 Presidents' Meeting The Annual Rotary District 7030 Presidents' Meeting will be held in Antigua on Saturday 19th September 2015 at the Trade Winds Hotel. 2015 marks the 3rd consecutive year that Club Presidents and District personnel will be meeting to discuss matters of import and concern both to the District as well as to Clubs in general.
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Rotary Clubs Aid Dominica in Aftermath of TS Erika Basseterre, St. Kitts – The Rotary Club of Liamuiga and Rotary Club of St. Kitts extend their sincerest thanks and appreciation to all persons who assisted, donated and volunteered to aid Dominica.
On Saturday August 29, 2015, both Rotary Clubs spearheaded a relief aid effort for the Commonwealth of Dominica in the aftermath of the destruction that island suffered following the passage of Tropical Storm Erika on August 27, 2015.
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2015 Upcoming RLI Training for Rotarians in District 7030 Calling ALL new Rotarians, ANY Rotarians part way through their Rotary journey, Current Leaders and Prospective Leaders in Rotary AND Rotaract to take advantage of the dynamic interactive RLI sessions.
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2015/16 Zone 33/34 Public Relations Citation Please check more information on how your club can earn a Rotary Public Image citation at Rotary.org
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2015 TEACCH Opening with DG Milton - POS, Trinidad DG Milton on hand for the official opening of the TEACCH Programme in Port of Spain, Trinidad.
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2015 Golf For Life Fundraiser.jpg) The Rotary Club of St Augustine will be hosting its' 5th Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament,'Golf for Life' on Saturday 10th October, 2015 at Millennium Lakes Golf & Country Club in Trincity.
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2015 District Governor Club Visits Underway |
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2015-2016 DG Welcome Message
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2015-2016 DG Message De Bienvenue.jpg)
Chers amis Rotariens,
Au début de cette nouvelle année Rotarienne, je désire vous transmettre mes salutations. À tous ceux qui entre en poste de district, je vous félicite sincèrement pour cette nomination et je vous souhaite bon succès pour cette année. En faisant tout notre possible pour “faire don de soi au monde”, renouvelons notre engagement au Rotary et ses idéaux.
J’ai six domaines d’intérêt particulier à cette année - Fondation; l’effectif; relations publique; Rotaract & Interact; formation; la dyslexie.
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District Conference 2015
Get ready for the District 7030 PETS, Assembly and Conference 2015, hosted by the three Rotary Clubs of Suriname: Rotary Club of Paramaribo, Rotary Club of Paramaribo Central and Rotary Club of Paramaribo Residence. Brasa is Surinamese for a warm hug, an embracement of people wishing each other the best. At this conference we aim to share with you the experience of a Surinamese Brasa. Join us and Brasa the Suriname Spirit! Register now:
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DG Welcome message (FR)Chers amis Rotariens, au moment où nous entrons dans une nouvelle année rotarienne, je saisis Un remerciement spécial pour le Gouverneur de District 2013-2014 Hervé Honoré pour sa gouvernance Je souhaite accueillir tous les Présidents et Dirigeants de Club entrants de 2014-2015. Ensemble, nous Dans la droite ligne du message du Président du RI, Gary Huang, je sais pouvoir compter sur vous pour Je vous souhaite à tous le meilleur pour 2014-2015 et ensemble nous ferons RAYONNER LE ROTARY ; DG Elwin Atmodimedjo. |
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DG Welcome messageMy fellow Rotarians as we are entering the new Rotary year I would like to take this opportunity to I want to welcome all new Incoming club presidents and boards of 2014-2015. Together we will continue In the line of the message of RI President Gary Huang I trust that I can count on you to light up each I wish you all the best for 2014-2015 and together we will LIGHT UP ROTARY. DG Elwin Atmodimedjo.
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CPC 2014 - Special Invitation to join us in San Juan, Puerto Rico August 8-9, 2014Dear RI Caribbean Partnership Supporter: Greetings! Hope this finds you doing well. Our Caribbean Partnership Inc. has come a long way since we began in our centennial year of 2005. RI Director Anne Mathews, Director-Elect Robert Hall and their predecessors have placed high priority to help the countries of the Caribbean and especially Haiti. This year, since July, 2010 through the Donor Advised Funds (DAF) over 6 million US dollars have been committed to Programs in Haiti and we have wire transferred over 3 million US dollars from our Caribbean Partnership, Inc. Treasury to Foundation approved projects for re-building Haiti. We will add to this total in the years to come. THANK YOU for your contributions and efforts in building relations between our two zones that have brought us to where we are today. This is outstanding! We must keep this going! Well, it's time again for another CP Celebration, and we would love for you to be there. This year’s events will be held at theIntercontinental Resort and Casino in San Juan, Puerto Rico, August 8-10, 2014. We begin Friday the 8th at 4:00 PM and ending Saturday the 9th at 10:00 PM. Sunday is an experience a bit of Puerto Rico or Travel Day! See attached or visit our website for more info: www.caribbeanpartnership.org. NOTE: Hotel Block expires on July 8th. Secure your space today! Ask for the Rotary CPC Group!! Please accept this as a special invitation to attend what promises to be an exciting and interesting event. Come and be a part of Fellowship and Networking Opportunities; Project Opportunities; Learning how Rotary Foundation District and Global Grants can assist Partnered Clubs; Success Models for Effective Partnering; Caribbean and Haiti Updates; high profile presenters and most of all, Great Entertainment! Yes, we make it FUN!! Your attendance will make the difference for a successful CP Celebration 2014. Therefore, we encourage your strong support and assistance to help develop a good momentum for this event. Time is fast approaching so we ask that you register ASAP! Please take the time to click on the following links to register today!! Registration is only $150 per person and we have secured a great room rate of $169 per night. Please support this worthy cause! Hotel: http://www.icsanjuanresort.com/ Tel: 787-791-6100 Please feel free to reach Vance Lewis at 1-284-5411000 (cell)/email: Vancel@surfbvi.com or Jose Rivero at rivero1@onelinkpr.netshould you have any questions/concerns or Horace McCormack at (703) 447-8637/email: hmccormack@hgmteam.com Thanks for supporting the Caribbean Partnership Program and see you there! J KINDLY SHARE WITH YOUR CLUB OFFICERS FOR US… J
Sincerely, Horace
-- Horace McCormack, PDG Chairman, Caribbean Partnership Program Zones 33-34 Rotary International
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Caribbean Partnership Celebration 2014, Aug 8-10, San Juan, Puerto Rico |
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Tech Talk January 2014
Greetings from Evanston!
In an effort to keep Rotarians informed of the cadre’s activities, we are continuing distribution of Tech Talk, the cadre’s quarterly newsletter, to all district governors. I have attached the latest issue, January 2014, and encourage you to forward Tech Talk to the members of your district, add it to your district’s website, or include it in your district’s newsletter.
If you know of any Rotarians in your district who would make great cadre members, I encourage you to forward them the attached cadre registration form.
I appreciate your assistance in sharing this information with the Rotarians in your district. If you have any questions about the cadre, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely, Christian
Greetings from Evanston!
In an effort to keep Rotarians informed of the cadre’s activities, we are continuing distribution of Tech Talk, the cadre’s quarterly newsletter, to all district governors. I have attached the latest issue, January 2014, and encourage you to forward Tech Talk to the members of your district, add it to your district’s website, or include it in your district’s newsletter.
If you know of any Rotarians in your district who would make great cadre members, I encourage you to forward them the attached cadre registration form.
I appreciate your assistance in sharing this information with the Rotarians in your district. If you have any questions about the cadre, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely, Christian |
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A December to Remember for the Rotary Club of Liamuiga-Rty Cons A
Basseterre, St. Kitts – On a warm, sunny Saturday morning members of the Rotary Club of Liamuiga (RCL) gathered to kick-off what is probably the Club's most heart-warming and rewarding project. Each year the Rotarians of RCL canvass the island and distribute Christmas hampers to some of the less fortunate persons and families in communities throughout the island of St. Kitts. 50 such hampers were distributed on Saturday December 21, 2013.
“It’s a joy for us to be able to share the Christmas cheer in this way and we certainly want to appeal to the community to continue to give us the support we need year by year,” President Archdeacon Valentine Hodge said.
Some of the items in the packages included: bath soaps, washrags, Vienna sausages, Ramen noodles, teabags, macaroni & cheese, toilet paper, sardines, toothbrushes, toothpaste, canned veggies, canned milk, rice, crackers, bananas, oranges and wheat rolls. Each person was also given a warm, ready-to-eat snack plate and a bottle of sorrel drink.
Before splitting into small caravans to deliver the Christmas hampers, the Rotarians journeyed to the Cardin Home and donated 2 standing fans and a case of bath soaps. The Cardin Home is a government institution that provides residential and nursing care for adults, mostly elderly, in St. Kitts.
Ten days later, RCL hosted its Annual New Year’s Charity Ball at the Carambola Beach Club. From the fireworks to the incredible cuisine served, the over 200 guests enjoyed themselves fully under the stars. The event was a tremendous success by all accounts. As the Club’s major fundraiser each year, the Charity Ball proceeds go toward funding the many RCL youth and community development projects throughout the Rotary year, including: the Primary School Spelling Bee, End Polio Now Campaign, National Heroes Day Luncheon for the elderly, Christmas Hamper Distribution Programme, Computer-Aided Literacy Solutions Programme and more.
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Saint-Lucia / Rotary Christmas storm relief 2014Rotary relief work Pres doddy and IPP Konrad moving Martinique donated water onto pick up trucks
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A December to Remember for the Rotary Club of Liamuiga
Basseterre, St. Kitts – On a warm, sunny Saturday morning members of the Rotary Club of Liamuiga (RCL) gathered to kick-off what is probably the Club's most heart-warming and rewarding project. Each year the Rotarians of RCL canvass the island and distribute Christmas hampers to some of the less fortunate persons and families in communities throughout the island of St. Kitts. 50 such hampers were distributed on Saturday December 21, 2013.
“It’s a joy for us to be able to share the Christmas cheer in this way and we certainly want to appeal to the community to continue to give us the support we need year by year,” President Archdeacon Valentine Hodge said.
Some of the items in the packages included: bath soaps, washrags, Vienna sausages, Ramen noodles, teabags, macaroni & cheese, toilet paper, sardines, toothbrushes, toothpaste, canned veggies, canned milk, rice, crackers, bananas, oranges and wheat rolls. Each person was also given a warm, ready-to-eat snack plate and a bottle of sorrel drink.
Before splitting into small caravans to deliver the Christmas hampers, the Rotarians journeyed to the Cardin Home and donated 2 standing fans and a case of bath soaps. The Cardin Home is a government institution that provides residential and nursing care for adults, mostly elderly, in St. Kitts.
Ten days later, RCL hosted its Annual New Year’s Charity Ball at the Carambola Beach Club. From the fireworks to the incredible cuisine served, the over 200 guests enjoyed themselves fully under the stars. The event was a tremendous success by all accounts. As the Club’s major fundraiser each year, the Charity Ball proceeds go toward funding the many RCL youth and community development projects throughout the Rotary year, including: the Primary School Spelling Bee, End Polio Now Campaign, National Heroes Day Luncheon for the elderly, Christmas Hamper Distribution Programme, Computer-Aided Literacy Solutions Programme and more.
It was indeed a great month of “Service Above Self” and certainly a December to remember.
For more information about the Club’s work, please visit the Club’s website rotaryliamuiga.org or facebook.com/rotaryliamuiga.
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Caribbean Partnership Conference 2013
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Straight shooter / Un président simple et direct
Straight shooter With his congenial manner and his inclination to keep things simple, Ron Burton has a natural ability to put people at ease. But don’t let the easygoing demeanor of Rotary International’s new president lull you into thinking that he doesn’t get serious when it’s time for business. “If you ask my opinion, you’re going to get it,” Burton says, his neighborly look morphing into a solemn gaze. “When I feel strongly about something, I will argue like crazy for my position. I suppose that’s sort of an ego thing, but if I discern that someone has a vested interest or may be looking at a personal economic benefit, I have a simple suggestion: Apply The Four-Way Test.” |
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THE FUTURE IS NOW ! / LE FUTUR C’EST MAINTENANT !THE FUTURE IS NOW ! When Clubs Delegates chosen me to be District Governor the 16th of April 2011, I didn’t think that I will be responsible of “Future Vision” Plan launch in our District 7030. We were successful in the first step: both District and all Clubs are certified! Now, we have to assist our communities by supporting clubs projects: the District Foundation Committee will have a fundamental role this year in the implementation of the new grants system. In addition of Rotary Foundation new process, we will have to success in a important work to have a transparent and comprehensive district: define Constitution and By-laws which the participation of any Rotarian in the District 7030. The objectives shared in Granada will allow clubs and district leaders to have a guideline for better visibility and more efficiency of action of Rotary International in the Southern Caribbean and the three Guianas. I thank each of you for the support that you have given me and for your commitment to serve above self. ENGAGE ROTARY, CHANGE LIVES ! DG Hervé HONORE
LE FUTUR C’EST MAINTENANT ! Le 16 avril 2011, lorsque les représentants des Clubs ont ratifié ma nomination à la fonction de District Gouverneur, j’étais loin de penser que je porterai la responsabilité du lancement du Plan « Vision pour l’Avenir » pour le District 7030. Nous avons réussi la première étape : notre District et l’ensemble des clubs qui en font partie sont certifiés! Il nous faut maintenant répondre aux besoins de nos communautés en finançant les projets des clubs : la commission Fondation du District sera donc un acteur majeur au succès du nouveau modèle de subventions. En complément à cette restructuration de l’intervention de la Fondation Rotary, nous allons initier un chantier majeur pour le fonctionnement de notre District : la définition de statuts et règlement intérieur où chaque Rotarien du District sera appelé à apporter sa contribution. Les objectifs partagés à Grenade vont permettre aux dirigeants des clubs et du district d’avoir une ligne directrice pour une meilleure visibilité et plus d’efficacité de l’action du Rotary International dans la Caraïbe et les trois Guyanes. Je remercie chacun d’entre vous pour le soutien que vous m’avez apporté et pour votre engagement à servir d’abord. AGIR AVEC LE ROTARY, CHANGER DES VIES ! DG Hervé HONORE |
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District 7030 Conference in Grenada – 17 – 20 April 2013Grenada is hosting the conference in 2013 since the last one held here was in 1997 – over 15 years ago and it was time for Grenada to do so again. In 1988, 5 years after the Grenada Revolution, the first conference was hosted and it was deemed to be an outstanding success with 588 registered Rotarians and Partners in Service - then known as Rotary Anns. Grenada’s natural charm and eco –friendliness will provide the atmosphere to lure Rotarians and put them in the right frame of mind to focus on the RI theme – Peace Through Service. The conference centre will be at the Grenada Grand Beach Resort and Convention Centre. It is the same location where the previous two conferences were held but the current facilities are bigger and more modern than before. The theme is the same theme which was created by R.I. President Tanaka - PEACE THROUGH SERVICE - and we decided that our District Conference theme should reflect that of R.I.
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RI President Tanaka Monthly Message - January, 2013 - Wear Your Rotary Pin!
Dear fellow Rotarians,I am a Japanese businessman, and I wear a suit almost every day. The Rotary pin is always on my lapel. It is there because I am proud to be a Rotarian. Anywhere I go, people will see the pin and know who I am. Other Rotarians will see it and know that I am a friend, and people who are not Rotarians will see it as well. I want to be sure that all of them also understand the meaning of this pin. This is why I am asking all of you to wear your Rotary pin and to raise awareness of what the pin means. I believe having that pin on your lapel changes you. It makes you think more before you speak and before you act. It makes you remember, all the time, that you are a Rotarian – and that as Rotarians, we are here to help. |
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Meet RI President Sakuji Tanaka |
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This is Rotary (District 7030) In The CaribbeanRotarians and visitors to our website are invited to view the work of Rotary and Rotarians in District 7030. This video presentation was created by our District Public Relations committee. Rotarians in District 7030 are encouraged to have the video played on your local televison stations and to play the video at every opportunity you get to promote the work of Rotary District 7030. You can get copies of the video from PP Milton Inniss, District Public Relations Chair miltoninniss@caribsurf.com or you can view it also at youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1RXLU9HWdw
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DG Lara's Farewell Message
Yesterday brought the beginning, tomorrow brings the end but somewhere in the middle we've become the best of friends. As my year as DG comes to a close, I wish to thank you all once again for the kindness, hospitality and support you have shown me throughout the year. It truly has been a remarkable experience and I am so grateful for the opportunity to serve our District in this way. Please see the full text of DG Lara farewell in June 2012 Monthly Newletter/Bulletin. |
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Rotary Foundation: Doing Good In The WorldDoing Good: Intro from Rotary International on Vimeo. |
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President Banerjee June Message - Thank You for the Opportunity To Serve
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Meet Our DGE for 2014-2015
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Rotary World Peace Symposium Opens in Bangkok
Emmanuel Jal, former Sudanese child soldier and now a recording artist, speaks at the Rotary World Peace Symposium's opening plenary session, 3 May, in Bangkok, Thailand
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RI Convention Begins in Bangkok, Thailand Thousands of Rotarians from around the world are celebrating Rotary’s achievements at the RI Convention in Bangkok, Thailand. RI President Kalyan Banerjee delivered opening remarks while districts showcased their projects in the House of Friendship.
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District Conference Sets Sail District 7030 is having its annual conference 2 - 7 April 2012. The conference this year will be held on board the cruise liner and is billed as a Rotary family experience since along with conference activities Rotarians will be able to visit the islands on the cruise itinerary and also get involved in all the extra curicular activies planned. This is a novel idea by DG Lara and everyone expects it to be hugely successful. Rotarians however, will participate in the annual PETS training followed by the conference activities which is normally an opportunity to showcase the work being done by Rotary in the District, prepare for the RI conference, recognize club projects and award Rotarians for their contribution to Rotary. |
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Rotary Club Cayenne support for the elderly project
ACTION BLUE WEEK WITH THE ELDERLY
Project Definition: To participate with the association during the week to lead a Blue day for seniors Main actors: ROTARY CLUB IS CAYENNE- This action would be to remove the elderly from their everyday environment (hospital, retirement home, home, loneliness etc. .....) a week in the year, all these people are in a park they are all, from different backgrounds, they learn about themselves and tell their children. The entertainment: restaurants, walks or their performances are delivered and funded by the Rotary Club Cayenne East. We try, with the commission to brighten the day that we participate in reading, dancing and games of yesteryear before, all these animations allow these seniors to smile again, the joy of living and a sunbeam especially those who live alone. Transportation is by bus, ambulances and vehicles of the association "Trans-Disabled". These events take place one week between October and November. Our club is involved Cayenne East for ten years with the association to help them in this action. |
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MARCH is LITERACY MONTH in ROTARYKey to Literacy EN from Rotary International on Vimeo. |
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Rotary Recycling Project in Antigua Gets US$77K Funding from Japan The Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown was recently successful in receiving a grant from the government of Japan under their Grassroots Human Assistance funding program to expand our waste recycling facility. The Signing Ceremony took place Thursday, February 9th, 2012 with officials of the Embassy of Japan and the government of Antigua and Barbuda in attendance. I am attaching a newspaper article covering the event and pictures for your information. I hope this can be put on the district website and/or newsletter. It is notable that this is the first such grant received by an NGO in Antigua from the government of Japan, and once again shows the potential for clubs in our district to access international donor funds for our community service projects. |
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Rotary Bequia Annual Fisherman’s Day Competition The Rotary Club of Bequia is one of three clubs in St.Vincent and the Grenadines. The Rotary Club of Bequia received its charter on 19th September, 1988 and started with 25 member led by a conspicuous president Mr. Chester Peters. Since then other major projects includes: .Youth on the sea programme, Installation of pumps on wall on Bequia, Installation of traffic mirrors; Senior citizens Christmas luncheon; Twinning with another organization to set up the ‘‘ Bequia Medical Emergency Fund’’ ;Assisted with books for the Paget Farm Community Library; Assisted with medical supplies for the Bequia Hospital; National Heroes Day inter School Athletics Championship on Bequia and many more projects. One of our major fundraisers is our annual fisherman’s day event. This is held the weekend after our national carnival festival. Most people see this event as a cool down from our biggest festival of the year, carnival. Many visitors come over from mainland St.Vincent to be a part of this event. This year’s activity will be held on Saturday 7th July, 2012. The one day event has grown over the past 15 years into the biggest fishing event on the calendar of island and remarkably for such a tiny island.The event sees fishermen taking to the sea as early as 1 o’ clock in the morning in many different categories; trolling, long line, seine, bottom line etc and return at 3pm. On the day fish is prepared in many different ways and serve with side dishes (fry, stew, boil, roast, etc). At the is also a solid bar and music to keep you going. At the end of the competition prizes are awarded to the fisherman with the heaviest catch in each category, the heaviest single catch/ fish, each boat also receives a token of appreciation for participating. |
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How Can Rotary stay relevant for younger members?How can Rotary stay relevant to younger members? Hear answers from Rotarians to this question and others in Rotary Minute, a series of short videos, now available on iTunes through a free podcast subscription. Read the secret to reaching Generation Y next page...
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Rotary's Areas of Focus The needs spanning Rotary's six areas of focus are vast, ranging from lack of access to clean water to the need for immunization that prevent deadly diseases. Learn more in the Rotary's Areas of Focus publication Rotary clubs serve communities around the world, each with unique concerns and needs. Rotarians have continually adapted and improved the way they respond to those needs, taking on a broad range of service projects. The most successful and sustainable Rotary service tends to fall within one of the following six areas:
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Rotary celebrates India's first polio-free yearRotary celebrates India’s first polio-free year. from Rotary International on Vimeo. View Polio Eradication - You can do it! and RI President Banerjee Monthly Message January 2012 |
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RI PRESIDENT MAKES MEMBERSHIP A PRIORITYIt’s every Rotarian’s responsibility to boost club membership and ensure the future of Rotary. No member takes this duty more seriously than RI President Kalyan Banerjee. “The more members we have, the more Rotary can do,” Banerjee says. “Rotarians must refer new members. Our current annual growth is 5 percent, but if every two years each Rotarian brought in a new member, our membership would grow by 50 percent.” Despite a busy schedule, Banerjee continues to find potential members during his travels as RI president. “Today you can recruit anybody, anywhere,” he says. “I might meet someone on a flight to Los Angeles or Bangkok who would make a good member, and if I do, I refer that person.” Follow Banerjee’s example today by referring a family member, friend, or business associate. The online form has been updated, so it’s even easier now to refer a member. See how the Presidential Citation, Changemaker Award can help your club set tangible membership goals
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Meet Our District Governor 2011-2012
LARA QUENTRALL-THOMAS MBA Lara Quentrall-Thomas is the founder and CEO of Regency Recruitment Limited. In addition to recruitment and HR, she facilitates training workshops and lectures on career, interview and resume preparation. A frequent media guest, Lara is regularly called on to speak about employment related issues. Her education includes an MBA from Henley School of Management and degree in Business and Tourism Management from the University of the West of England. She has held many Rotary positions including Club President, GSE Team Leader and District Rotaract Chair. DG Lara is also a major contributor to The Rotary Foundation. Her philanthropic activities include Director, founding member and 1st President of the Association of Female Executives of Trinidad and Tobago (AFETT), fundraising for the TTSPCA and Dyslexia Association Bursary Fund, as well as volunteering as a Director of the American Chamber of Commerce of Trinidad and Tobago. |
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Ambassadorial Scholarship: Renata Sago’s Scholarship Experience
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RI President Kalyan Banerjee |
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Rotary Minute: What will Rotary be in the Future |
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RI Pilot ProgramsDear Rotary Club President and President-elect, This is an announcement to all Rotary club leadership that Rotary International is conducting four new pilot programs beginning 1 July 2011 and operating through 30 June 2014 and is looking for clubs to participate in them. In support of the RI Strategic Plan goal to 'foster club innovation and flexibility' the Board would like to evaluate and measure the impact alternative membership types and club operations have on member activities and engagement, membership growth and retention, improved member diversity, increased community and international service, increased support of The Rotary Foundation, and overall club effectiveness. Below is a brief recap of each pilot program. At this link are more detailed fact sheets for each of these pilots, guidelines for selection, terms of participation, and an implementation plan: http://www.rotary.org/en/members/generalinformation/pilots/Pages/ridefault.aspx Satellite Club Corporate Membership Associate Membership Innovation & Flexibility A total of 200 clubs will be accepted to participate in each pilot, with a goal of equal representation from the thirty-four (34) zones. Clubs wishing to participate must have been chartered prior to 30 June 2009. The deadline for submitting a pilot application form is 1 April 2011. Decisions for club selections will be made by 1 May 2011. Club and district officers will be notified of clubs selected to participate by 31 May 2011. To participate in these pilot programs, your club must be in good financial standing and you will need agreement from the current club president and club president-elect along with the agreement of 2/3 of the members of the club. At this link are the project plan details and application form: http://www.rotary.org/en/members/generalinformation/pilots/Pages/ridefault.aspx You may email questions to ripilotprograms@rotary.org or contact your Club and District Support representative. You may submit the application via email to ripilotprograms@rotary.org or fax to 1-847-556-2196. I encourage all club presidents to consider participating in these pilot programs in an effort to ensure Rotary's continued success and secure its future in a changing world. Sincerely,
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The Strategic Plan is part of our Rotary DNA
February 2011This Rotary year features a culture of innovation in which we are looking at all aspects of our policies, practices, and procedures to see if they can be modernized and improved. Not surprisingly for an old and large organization like ours, we are identifying many areas that could, and should, be brought up to date.But at the same time, I fully recognize that some things are so significant in Rotary’s success that they are sacrosanct. They are referred to in the RI Strategic Plan as our core values, but I prefer to call them our DNA. They are the characteristics that distinguish Rotary from all other organizations. They are the essence of who Rotarians are and what Rotarians have in common around the world. The five core values named in the RI Strategic Plan are fellowship, service, integrity, diversity, and leadership. Young people prefer the word networking to our traditional word of fellowship, but to me they are equivalent. Both words lead to lasting friendships in our clubs, which keep us together between projects and which make Rotary membership truly priceless. Friendship is clearly the most essential element of Rotary’s DNA! Rotarians should not worry that the current emphasis on modernization will damage our core values. That would be alien to Cowboy Logic, which includes the admonitions “Remember that some things are not for sale” and “Know where to draw the line.” I want to assure Rotarians that we will not alter the values and attitudes that have made Rotary a premier organization – one that is now on the world stage through PolioPlus! We have so much to be proud of as Rotarians. This is our finest hour, and our best days are still ahead as we help our clubs to be Bigger, Better, and Bolder. Along with our five core values, persistent progress is another prestigious part of Rotary’s DNA! IPP RI |
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GSE Team at Wilmington Airport, North Carolina
Below is a group photo of the team at Wilmington Airport, North Carolina
and here are some first impressions from the team ..
LARA QUENTRALL-THOMAS – TRINIDAD (Team Leader)
"The Rotarians of District 7730 are incredible hosts and our team presentations have been very well received. So far, so great !"
SASHA JARVIS – ANTIGUA
"Everyone has welcomed us with open arms. My host for the first part of the trip is Sandy Morckel and she has been great. I am looking forward to the next 28 days."
CHAD BLACKMAN – BARBADOS
"I must say that already the GSE journey has far surpassed all expectations. The Rotary family here in District 7730 is absolutely amazing". WENDY RAMOUTARSING – SURINAME "North Carolina is beyond expectations, as is my team and my host families...the weather keeps me smiling!"
JUDITH GILL – BARBADOS
"I am enjoying GSE, it's interesting to present to so many diverse groups. Who knew they would want to know about pirates!" |
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ROTARY DISTRICT 7030 – AN OVERVIEWROTARY DISTRICT 7030 – AN OVERVIEW District 7030 is a unique District that can be regarded as a mini Rotary International. The reason for this is that the District covers fourteen Countries with 69 Clubs meeting in 19 different territories across the District. The actual geography is as follows starting in the South on the South American continent with French Guiana, Suriname and Guyana and as it goes north encompassing the Eastern Caribbean, or as some people may know it, part of the old British and French West Indies. |
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Lara Quentrall Thomas Creating History - Guardian NewsDG Lara was recently featured in the Trinidad an Tobago Guardian Newspaper. Read the article here or within our newly created Press Room. DG Lara a récemment été présenté dans la Trinité-Tobago un journal Guardian. Lire l'article ici ou dans notre salle de presse nouvellement créé. http://www2.guardian.co.tt/womanwise/2011/07/17/lara-quentrall-thomas-rewriting-rotary-history |
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Discover the World of RotaryYou're Welcome from Rotary International on Vimeo. |
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ROLE OF THE IPP IN MAKING FOR A BETTER ROTARY CLUBMany IPPs are confronted by the dilemma of what to do after their year as President. The hectic period as President is over and now there is a lull. It is necessary for them to consider why Rotary International retains the IPP as a member of the club Board? In this regard I would like to share some thoughts prepared by PDG Dr Paul CK Lee on this subject with you. I have benefitted tremendously from the insights given by PDG Paul and I hope that you will too. The are many reasons why the IPP continues on as a member of the Rotary club Board. The more important reasons are as follows: 1. CONTINUITY OF CLUB PROJECTS Club projects very often may not be completed within one Rotary Year. The IPP plays an important role in ensuring that the projects are continued to be implemented properly and completed smoothly. It is important for the IPP to recognize that when a project goes into the next Rotary Year, the current President and Board have the right of decision making. The IPP must accept this and continue to support the new Board. 2. CONTINUITY OF PRESIDENTIAL & BOARD DECISIONS Very often the Board decisions of one Rotary Year need to be carried forward to the next Rotary year. The IPP plays the role of advising the Board on the merits of such decisions, as well as, whether fresh approvals from the current Board are required. 3. GUIDE PRESIDENT/BOARD ON PAST PRACTICES The IPP can play a vital role by providing for continuity on many issues by advising the Board on the past practices and the merits of each of these practices. The decision of whether to continue with such past practices rests with the current Board. See full document under DOWNLOADS ON YOUR LEFT |
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Rotary - Make a World of Difference |
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Membership Development: Six Retention Ideas"Keeping the Member in Rotary - Keeping Rotary in the Member" See full article and download at the MEMBERSHIP page
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This is Rotary
Why are you a Rotarian? What does Service Above Self mean to you?
How can you get more involved? Hear answers to these questions and more from Rotarians around the world with Rotary Minute. Each month, we’ll feature a new video about a topic of interest to you. |
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Dearest Rotarians of District 7030 
My dear brothers and sisters in Rotary, 
At the recently concluded District 7030 Conference, PETS and Assembly, the clubs present unanimously confirmed the appointment of Rotarian PP Elwin Atmodimedjo to the position of District Governor for the 2014-2015 Rotary Year. Elwin is a Past President of the Rotary Club of Paramaribo Residence, in Suriname and has served as Assistant Governor on three occasions.