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.
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.
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.
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.
There 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.
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.
RID Peter Kyle - Rotary's History As A Peace-Building Organization
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.
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
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
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.
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.
D7030 Peace-Building: Rotary's Historical Role As A Peace-Building Organization [Peter Kyle]
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.
District 7030 Special Event - Supporting Education [RIPE Shekhar Mehta]
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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'Alphabétisationle 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.
D7030 Special Event: Address on Basic Education & Literacy by RIPE Shekhar Mehta
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.
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.
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.
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 dis
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