Stories

2021 Interact Awards 2021-09-20 04:00:00Z 0
Basic Education and Literacy Rotary Action Group 2021-09-17 04:00:00Z 0
RC Demerara Brings COVID-19 Vaccines To Remote Communities 2021-09-16 04:00:00Z 0
Meetings Made Modern 2021-09-14 04:00:00Z 0
Challenge Accepted 2021-09-09 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Means Business 2021-09-07 04:00:00Z 0
Climate Change Is A Humanitarian Crisis  2021-09-04 04:00:00Z 0
Zones 33-34: Rotary Works - 2021/2022 2021-09-02 04:00:00Z 0
One Year Since African Region Certified Wild Polio-Free 2021-08-31 04:00:00Z 0
Translate Strategy Into Action 2021-08-30 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Is At A Tipping Point 2021-08-28 04:00:00Z 0
The Rotary Action Plan - What Clubs Can Do 2021-08-27 04:00:00Z 0
Recruit Like Recruiters Do 2021-08-25 04:00:00Z 0
Empowering Girls 2021-08-23 04:00:00Z 0
Engagement Leads To Retention 2021-08-21 04:00:00Z 0
How To Improve Your Photography: Telling Rotary’s Story In Pictures 2021-08-18 04:00:00Z 0
The Rotary Foundation Canada 2021-08-16 04:00:00Z 0
Tips For Creating Compelling Social Media Content 2021-08-13 04:00:00Z 0
What Value Does Your Club Have For Young Professionals? 2021-08-11 04:00:00Z 0
Youth & Peace In Action 2021-08-10 04:00:00Z 0
Reflections On The Four-Way Test 2021-08-09 04:00:00Z 0
How To Create Your Club's Own Instagram Story 2021-08-07 04:00:00Z 0
How Do We Innovate At Rotary? 2021-08-06 04:00:00Z 0
Young People Can Make Their Mark Through Rotary 2021-08-04 04:00:00Z 0
Club Turnarounds: Don't Just Fight For Survival, Make Your Club Thrive 2021-08-02 04:00:00Z 0
ClubRunner's Rotary Changeover Training Series 2021-07-30 04:00:00Z 0
How We Use Our Social Media Accounts Matter 2021-07-29 04:00:00Z 0
2021-2022 Zone 34 Public Image Citation 2021-07-27 04:00:00Z 0
Important 2021 Updates On My Rotary 2021-07-25 04:00:00Z 0
Why Everyone Should Be Using The ClubRunner Mobile App 2021-07-24 04:00:00Z 0
How To Keep Your (New) Club Thriving 2021-07-22 04:00:00Z 0
Club Strategic Planning - More Engaged, Less Glazed 2021-07-19 04:00:00Z 0
5 Tips For Making Your Training Accessible 2021-07-16 04:00:00Z 0
Nonprofits Make Gains In Measuring Their Impact 2021-07-14 04:00:00Z 0
The Power Of A Story 2021-07-12 04:00:00Z 0
Reimagining Rotary: A Look Back At The 2020-21 Rotary Year 2021-07-10 04:00:00Z 0
Shekhar Mehta - Dream Weaver 2021-07-08 04:00:00Z 0
Each One, Bring One 2021-07-06 04:00:00Z 0
Capitalize On Your Strengths For Member Satisfaction 2021-07-05 04:00:00Z 0
A Guide To The Updated Rotary Foundation Funding Model 2021-07-03 04:00:00Z 0
RI President Shekhar Mehta's Message (July 2021) 2021-07-01 04:00:00Z 0
Membership and Public Image - What's The Difference? 2021-06-28 04:00:00Z 0
Promote Your Club And Your Members As People Of Action 2021-06-23 04:00:00Z 0
Recharge Your Club's Branding To Attract (and Retain) Members 2021-06-21 04:00:00Z 0
2020-2021 District Governor Message (June) 2021-06-19 04:00:00Z 0
Six Easy Steps To A Successful Online Event 2021-06-17 04:00:00Z 0
CDS Americas: All Things Rotary 2021-06-15 04:00:00Z 0
Succession Planning - Are You Prepared? 2021-06-14 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Suriname: COVID-19 Vaccination Awareness Project: 2021-06-12 04:00:00Z 0
Brush Up On Your Leadership Skills 2021-06-11 04:00:00Z 0
A History of Vaccination 2021-06-10 04:00:00Z 0
Getting The Recognition Rotary Deserves 2021-06-09 04:00:00Z 0
How Engaged Are Your Club Members 2021-06-07 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary's Hidden Influence 2021-06-05 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Learning Center Updates For 2021 2021-06-04 04:00:00Z 0
Tips For Your Project's Future Success: Lessons from WASH 2021-06-02 04:00:00Z 0
How To Talk To Someone Who Is Vaccine Hesitant 2021-05-29 04:00:00Z 0
Eco-Friendly Rotary Service Projects Around The World 2021-05-27 04:00:00Z 0
RIPE Mehta’s Presidential Initiatives 2021-05-26 04:00:00Z 0
A Message to Interact Club Advisers and Club Sponsors 2021-05-23 04:00:00Z 0
District 7030 Conference 2021: Rotary Without Borders 2021-05-21 04:00:00Z 0
Polio Vaccination Experience Can Support COVID-19 Fight 2021-05-19 04:00:00Z 0
2020-2021 District Governor Message (April/May) 2021-05-17 04:00:00Z 0
4 Ways To Celebrate Youth Service Month Virtually 2021-05-15 04:00:00Z 0
Keep Your Projects On Track With A Data-Driven Approach To Rotary Service 2021-05-12 04:00:00Z 0
What Every Rotary Club Should Know About Running Virtual/In-Person Meetings 2021-05-09 04:00:00Z 0
RC Garden City Green Thrive Project Launch 2021-05-07 04:00:00Z 0
How To Succeed At Community Assessments 2021-05-05 04:00:00Z 0
RC Garden City BINS Project 2021-05-01 04:00:00Z 0
Your Role In Supporting Membership Leads From My Rotary 2021-04-28 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Online Best Practices: A Guide to Hosting Hybrid Club Meetings 2021-04-26 04:00:00Z 0
World Immunization Week 2021  2021-04-24 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Online Best Practices: Knowing When Not to Host a Virtual Meeting 2021-04-19 04:00:00Z 0
An Overview Of Membership Engagement & Retention For Your Club 2021-04-14 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Online Best Practices: Ditch Message Boards and Internal Emails with Slack 2021-04-12 04:00:00Z 0
Zones 33-34: Rotary Works - Updates 2021-04-10 04:00:00Z 0
World Immunization Week: 24-30 April 2021-04-09 04:00:00Z 0

Remembering PDG Hervé Honoré

Posted on Apr 07, 2021
 
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.
 Remembering PDG Hervé Honoré 2021-04-07 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Online Best Practices: Live Streaming Your Club Meetings 2021-04-05 04:00:00Z 0
Changes To The Funding Model For TRF 2021-04-03 04:00:00Z 0
Save The Date for Global Youth Service Day 2021-04-02 04:00:00Z 0
Why You Should Care About Rotary Branding 2021-03-31 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Online Best Practices: Engage Your Audience with a Virtual Greeter for your Online Meetings 2021-03-29 04:00:00Z 0
Visit Rotary International World Headquarters 2021-03-27 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary And The Coronavirus Impact - Part 2 of 2 2021-03-26 04:00:00Z 0
5 Easy-and-Free Ideas for Club Vocational Service 2021-03-25 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary And The Coronavirus Impact - Part 1 of 2 2021-03-24 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Online Best Practices: Having Efficient Committee Meetings Online 2021-03-22 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Ramps Up COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts 2021-03-21 04:00:00Z 0
Using Demographics To Improve Your Club 2021-03-19 04:00:00Z 0
2021 Launch of Interact Environmental Olympics 2021-03-15 04:00:00Z 0
2021 World Rotaract Day Message 2021-03-13 04:00:00Z 0
Enhance Your Rotary Knowledge and Leadership Skills in The Rotary Learning Center  2021-03-10 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Clubs of Suriname - Launch of On Bon Mange 2021-03-07 04:00:00Z 0
Zone 34 Public Image Team: Check Yo' Self 2021-03-04 04:00:00Z 0
2020-2021 District Governor Message (March) 2021-03-02 04:00:00Z 0
Club Visioning May Re-Energize Your Club 2021-03-01 04:00:00Z 0
2020-2021 District Governor Message (February) 2021-02-24 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Club of Garden City (Georgetown) Guyana in Action 2021-02-18 04:00:00Z 0
Thoughts On How To Engage New Rotarians 2021-02-15 04:00:00Z 0
Passport Clubs - A Solution To Membership Woes? 2021-02-08 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Opens Opportunities - Rotaractors Seeking Mentors 2021-02-03 04:00:00Z 0
What's The "Spirit" Of Rotary? 2021-02-01 04:00:00Z 0
Your Club's Social Media - Content Is King ! 2021-01-27 04:00:00Z 0
How The Heck Do You Do That? 2021-01-26 04:00:00Z 0
District 7030 Special: Time To Join Rotary Fellowships & Rotary Action Groups 2021-01-25 04:00:00Z 0

District 7030: RYLA 2021 - Days 1 & 2 Recap

Posted on Jan 23, 2021
 
 
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
 
Read more...
District 7030: RYLA 2021 - Days 1 & 2 Recap 2021-01-23 04:00:00Z 0
How To Win With Facebook Advertising 2021-01-20 04:00:00Z 0
Stop The Churn - Value Your Members 2021-01-18 04:00:00Z 0
Childhood Obesity Prevention: Launch of On Bon Manjé 2021-01-16 04:00:00Z 0
Are We Training Our Members Sufficiently?  2021-01-13 04:00:00Z 0
Fundraising Under LockDown 2021-01-11 04:00:00Z 0
Why Is It Important To Improve Rotary’s Public Image?  2021-01-06 04:00:00Z 0
Member Satisfaction - What Image Does Your Club Portray? 2021-01-04 04:00:00Z 0
Connecting To The Media - How To Talk To Your Local Press 2020-12-21 04:00:00Z 0
RI President Holger Champions ESRAG's "I Fix The Planet" Contest 2020-12-19 04:00:00Z 0
Getting Our Branding Right !  2020-12-16 04:00:00Z 0
Bounce Back And Build Resilience In Your Club 2020-12-14 04:00:00Z 0
An Introduction To The Feed 10Million Initiative 2020-12-12 04:00:00Z 0
Filling The Need: How To Organize A Successful Food Drive 2020-12-11 04:00:00Z 0
What's New In Rotaract 2020-12-10 04:00:00Z 0
Zones 33-34: Rotary Works - Rotary Opens Career Opportunities 2020-12-09 04:00:00Z 0
Attention Interactors: Apply To Serve On The New Interact Advisory Council 2020-12-07 04:00:00Z 0
How Rotary Zones 33-34 Feed 10Million Initiative Tackles Hunger During COVID-19 2020-12-04 04:00:00Z 0
How Rotary Is Alleviating The Effects Of Isolation During COVID-19 2020-12-03 04:00:00Z 0
Zones 33-34: Rotary Works - A New Vocational Initiative 2020-12-02 04:00:00Z 0
2020-2021 District Governor Message (December) 2020-12-01 04:00:00Z 0
D7030 Special Event: What's New In Rotaract 2020-11-30 04:00:00Z 0
Accountability and Inclusion: A DEI Series 2020-11-28 04:00:00Z 0
2020 Interact Awards - Update 2020-11-27 04:00:00Z 0
Interact Virtual Global Youth Summit 2020 - Update 2020-11-26 04:00:00Z 0
International Fellowship of Rotarian Musicians 2020-11-25 04:00:00Z 0
D7030: Journey From Interact To Rotary 2020-11-24 04:00:00Z 0
Zones 33/34 Leadership Summit: 2020 General Session and Closing Ceremony 2020-11-23 04:00:00Z 0
RTC Barbados: Super Service Saturdays 2020-11-22 04:00:00Z 0
Zones 33/34 Leadership Summit: 2020 Opening Ceremony 2020-11-21 04:00:00Z 0
D7030 Webinar: Transforming The Way We Eat 2020-11-20 04:00:00Z 0
RC Garden City: First Ever Fundraiser 2020-11-19 04:00:00Z 0
2020 Zone Summit Spotlight: PDG Roger Bose - Zone 33/34 DGE Training Assistant Chair 2020-11-18 04:00:00Z 0
When Hunger Hits Home: Global Food Insecurity Is A Local Issue 2020-11-17 04:00:00Z 0
RC Georgetown Central: Donation To Top Grade 6 Assessment Performers 2020-11-16 04:00:00Z 0

District 7030 Special: Grants & Giving

Posted on Nov 15, 2020
 
View In English                                                                                      Voir En Français
 
 
 District 7030 Special: Grants & Giving 2020-11-15 04:00:00Z 0
RTC Barbados: Cranberries Give Back 2020-11-14 04:00:00Z 0
D7030 Special Event: Transforming The Way We Eat 2020-11-13 04:00:00Z 0
RC Georgetown Central: Donation Of Exercise Equipment To City Park 2020-11-12 04:00:00Z 0

District 7030: Alumni Reconnect Special Event

Posted on Nov 11, 2020
 
View In English                                                                                      Voir En Français
 
 
 District 7030: Alumni Reconnect Special Event 2020-11-11 04:00:00Z 0
2020-21 Rotaract Presidential Conferences 2020-11-10 04:00:00Z 0
RC San Fernando: Interact Debate Competition 2020-11-09 04:00:00Z 0
High-Speed Internet Isn’t A Luxury Anymore 2020-11-08 04:00:00Z 0
Historic Moments - When Rotary Became Intercontinental 2020-11-07 04:00:00Z 0
Public Image and Relations In The Age Of COVID-19 2020-11-05 04:00:00Z 0
Raise For Rotary - A Great Way To Recognize & Support Foundation Month 2020-11-04 04:00:00Z 0
Hybrid Rotary Meetings Technology Guide 2020-11-03 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary/Rotaract: An Introduction To Rotary Foundation Grants 2020-11-02 04:00:00Z 0
2020-2021 District Governor Message (November) 2020-11-01 04:00:00Z 0
Zone 34 Public Image Citation Updates 2020-10-31 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Zones 33 & 34 Virtual Leadership Summit 2020 2020-10-30 04:00:00Z 0
Interact Virtual Global Youth Summit 2020 2020-10-28 04:00:00Z 0
Final Segment of District 6960 Infinite Possibilities Series 1: Women In Rotary 2020-10-27 04:00:00Z 0
ONE CARIBBEAN Multi-District World Polio Day Event Update 2020-10-26 04:00:00Z 0
The Important Work Of Fighting Polio Must Continue 2020-10-24 04:00:00Z 0
RC Antigua: Donation To OCS Reading Project 2020-10-22 04:00:00Z 0
District 7030 Special Event - PolioPlus Within The Context of COVID-19 [Carol Pandak] 2020-10-21 04:00:00Z 0
Community Development During A Pandemic 2020-10-20 04:00:00Z 0
Reshaping Rotary’s Future With Online Learning 2020-10-18 04:00:00Z 0
ONE CARIBBEAN Multi-District World Polio Day Online Event 2020-10-17 04:00:00Z 0
Celebrate World Interact Week 2020 2020-10-15 04:00:00Z 0
First Time PHF Special Offer 2020-10-14 04:00:00Z 0
What Is Strategic Planning? 2020-10-12 04:00:00Z 0
District 7030 Special Event - Website Optimization & Conversions 2020-10-10 04:00:00Z 0
RC St. Lucia Sunset: I Pledge Campaign 2020-10-08 04:00:00Z 0
2020 Interact Awards 2020-10-07 04:00:00Z 0
Educating During A Pandemic And Beyond 2020-10-04 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary Alumni Reconnect Week 2020-10-03 04:00:00Z 0
2020-2021 District Governor Message (October) 2020-10-01 04:00:00Z 0
RC Garden City: Our Newest Rotary Club In District 7030 2020-09-30 04:00:00Z 0
RC Kourou: 50th Anniversary 2020-09-28 04:00:00Z 0

Rotarian Dr. Tunji Funsho Named One Of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People In The World

Posted on Sep 27, 2020
 
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.
 
Read more...
Rotarian Dr. Tunji Funsho Named One Of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People In The World 2020-09-27 04:00:00Z 0

District 7030: Grants & Giving

Posted on Sep 26, 2020
  
 
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.
 District 7030: Grants & Giving 2020-09-26 04:00:00Z 0

RC Paramaribo Residence: Go GLO 2020

Posted on Sep 25, 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.
 
Read more...
RC Paramaribo Residence: Go GLO 2020 2020-09-25 04:00:00Z 0

RC Demerara Membership

Posted on Sep 23, 2020
 
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.
 
 RC Demerara Membership 2020-09-23 04:00:00Z 0

RID Peter Kyle - Rotary's History As A Peace-Building Organization

Posted on Sep 22, 2020
  
View 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.
 RID Peter Kyle - Rotary's History As A Peace-Building Organization 2020-09-22 04:00:00Z 0

Celebrating An International Day of Peace

Posted on Sep 21, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
Celebrating An International Day of Peace 2020-09-21 04:00:00Z 0

RC St. Augustine: Annual Golf For Life Tournament

Posted on Sep 20, 2020
 
 
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
 RC St. Augustine: Annual Golf For Life Tournament 2020-09-20 04:00:00Z 0

RC Maraval: Virtual Cooking Extravaganza Fundraiser

Posted on Sep 19, 2020
 
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
 RC Maraval: Virtual Cooking Extravaganza Fundraiser 2020-09-19 04:00:00Z 0

RC Liamuiga Donates To Saddlers Home For The Elderly

Posted on Sep 18, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
RC Liamuiga Donates To Saddlers Home For The Elderly 2020-09-18 04:00:00Z 0
D7030 Peace-Building: Rotary's Historical Role As A Peace-Building Organization [Peter Kyle] 2020-09-16 04:00:00Z 0

District 7030 Special Event - Supporting Education [RIPE Shekhar Mehta]

Posted on Sep 12, 2020
  
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.
 District 7030 Special Event - Supporting Education [RIPE Shekhar Mehta] 2020-09-12 04:00:00Z 0

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.
Read more...
RC Liamuiga Donates School Supplies 2020-09-09 04:00:00Z 0

RC Central Port of Spain: 2020 Member Quotes

Posted on Sep 08, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
RC Central Port of Spain: 2020 Member Quotes 2020-09-08 04:00:00Z 0

United Nations International Day of Peace

Posted on Sep 06, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
United Nations International Day of Peace 2020-09-06 04:00:00Z 0

RC Antigua Supported By Citizenship by Investment Unit

Posted on Sep 04, 2020
 
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.
 
Read more...
RC Antigua Supported By Citizenship by Investment Unit 2020-09-04 04:00:00Z 0

RC Portsmouth: Global Grant Approved To Help Schools In Dominica

Posted on Sep 03, 2020
 
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.
 
Read more...
RC Portsmouth: Global Grant Approved To Help Schools In Dominica 2020-09-03 04:00:00Z 0

D7030 Special Event: Address on Basic Education & Literacy by RIPE Shekhar Mehta

Posted on Sep 02, 2020
   
 
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.
 D7030 Special Event: Address on Basic Education & Literacy by RIPE Shekhar Mehta 2020-09-02 04:00:00Z 0

2020-2021 District Governor Message (September)

Posted on Sep 01, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
2020-2021 District Governor Message (September) 2020-09-01 04:00:00Z 0

RC Antigua Sundown Supports Health and Sanitation

Posted on Aug 31, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
RC Antigua Sundown Supports Health and Sanitation 2020-08-31 04:00:00Z 0
RC St. Augustine: Surviving COVID-19 2020-08-30 04:00:00Z 0

Catch Up on District 6960 Infinite Possibilities Series 1: Women In Rotary

Posted on Aug 29, 2020
 
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. 
Read more...
Catch Up on District 6960 Infinite Possibilities Series 1: Women In Rotary 2020-08-29 04:00:00Z 0

District 7030 Special Event - Present Like A Pro [Michael Angelo Caruso]

Posted on Aug 27, 2020
  
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.
 District 7030 Special Event - Present Like A Pro [Michael Angelo Caruso] 2020-08-27 04:00:00Z 0

WHO Declares Africa Free of Wild Poliovirus

Posted on Aug 25, 2020
 
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
 
 WHO Declares Africa Free of Wild Poliovirus 2020-08-25 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Clubs of South Trinidad - PriceSmart Hampers For COVID-19 Relief

Posted on Aug 24, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
Rotary Clubs of South Trinidad - PriceSmart Hampers For COVID-19 Relief 2020-08-24 04:00:00Z 0

NewGen PeaceBuilders - Building A Culture of Peace

Posted on Aug 23, 2020
  
View 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.
 NewGen PeaceBuilders - Building A Culture of Peace 2020-08-23 04:00:00Z 0

New Rotary Satellite Club in Trinidad and Tobago

Posted on Aug 22, 2020

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.
Read more...
New Rotary Satellite Club in Trinidad and Tobago 2020-08-22 04:00:00Z 0

Get Ready For World Polio Day

Posted on Aug 21, 2020
 
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.
 Get Ready For World Polio Day 2020-08-21 04:00:00Z 0

Young Inventor of Eco-Friendly Bricks Comes Full Circle

Posted on Aug 19, 2020
 
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
 Young Inventor of Eco-Friendly Bricks Comes Full Circle 2020-08-19 04:00:00Z 0

Why Being Kind Is As Important As Ever

Posted on Aug 18, 2020
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.
 Why Being Kind Is As Important As Ever 2020-08-18 04:00:00Z 0

Z34 PI BootCamp: Learn How to Use Canva to Create Engaging Content

Posted on Aug 17, 2020
 
 

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.
 Z34 PI BootCamp: Learn How to Use Canva to Create Engaging Content 2020-08-17 04:00:00Z 0

District 7020 Virtual Symposium: Journey To Rotary

Posted on Aug 15, 2020
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.
 
 
 District 7020 Virtual Symposium: Journey To Rotary 2020-08-15 04:00:00Z 0

D7030 Peace-Building Program: Address By NewGen PeaceBuilders

Posted on Aug 14, 2020
 
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.
 D7030 Peace-Building Program: Address By NewGen PeaceBuilders 2020-08-14 04:00:00Z 0

District Special Event: Membership In Rotary

Posted on Aug 12, 2020
View 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.
 District Special Event: Membership In Rotary 2020-08-12 04:00:00Z 0

Jennifer E. Jones Makes History - First Woman Named RI President Nominee

Posted on Aug 09, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
Jennifer E. Jones Makes History - First Woman Named RI President Nominee 2020-08-09 04:00:00Z 0

RC Antigua Donates Needed Supplies

Posted on Aug 07, 2020
 
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.
 
Read more...
RC Antigua Donates Needed Supplies 2020-08-07 04:00:00Z 0

2020-21 Zone 34 Public Image Citation

Posted on Aug 05, 2020
 
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.
 2020-21 Zone 34 Public Image Citation 2020-08-05 04:00:00Z 0

5 Questions About Environmental Projects

Posted on Aug 03, 2020
 
As 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.
Read more...
5 Questions About Environmental Projects 2020-08-03 04:00:00Z 0

2020-2021 District Governor Message (August)

Posted on Aug 01, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
2020-2021 District Governor Message (August) 2020-08-01 04:00:00Z 0

2020 Rotaract World Peace Conference

Posted on Jul 31, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
2020 Rotaract World Peace Conference 2020-07-31 04:00:00Z 0

Meet Kriddles Roberts - The Woman Changing The Face of Rotary

Posted on Jul 29, 2020
Kriddles Roberts is the youngest president of Waitakere 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.
Read more...
Meet Kriddles Roberts - The Woman Changing The Face of Rotary 2020-07-29 04:00:00Z 0

TRF Critical Update On Global Grants

Posted on Jul 27, 2020
 
 
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.
Read more...
TRF Critical Update On Global Grants 2020-07-27 04:00:00Z 0

D7030 Monthly Special Event: Address By Summer Lewis on Peace-Building & Conflict Resolution

Posted on Jul 22, 2020
  
View 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.
 D7030 Monthly Special Event: Address By Summer Lewis on Peace-Building & Conflict Resolution 2020-07-22 04:00:00Z 0

District Special Project On Childhood Obesity Prevention

Posted on Jul 20, 2020
  
View 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.
 District Special Project On Childhood Obesity Prevention 2020-07-20 04:00:00Z 0

Explore RI's Virtual House of Friendship

Posted on Jul 13, 2020
 
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.
 Explore RI's Virtual House of Friendship 2020-07-13 04:00:00Z 0

District 6960 Infinite Possibilities Series 1: Women In Rotary

Posted on Jul 10, 2020
 
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 features Sylvia Whitlock, the first Female Rotary Club President, and is hosted by RI Vice President Johrita Solari and RI Director Valarie Wafer.
Read more...
District 6960 Infinite Possibilities Series 1: Women In Rotary 2020-07-10 04:00:00Z 0

2019-2020 Zone 34 Public Image Citation Recipients

Posted on Jul 07, 2020
 
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.
 2019-2020 Zone 34 Public Image Citation Recipients 2020-07-07 04:00:00Z 0

D7030 Monthly Special Event: Address By RI President Holger Knaack

Posted on Jul 05, 2020
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Click 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.
 
 D7030 Monthly Special Event: Address By RI President Holger Knaack 2020-07-05 04:00:00Z 0

2020-2021 District Governor Message (July)

Posted on Jul 01, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
2020-2021 District Governor Message (July) 2020-07-01 04:00:00Z 0

RC Antigua: First UWI Five Islands Campus Scholarship

Posted on Jun 29, 2020
 
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”.
Read more...
RC Antigua: First UWI Five Islands Campus Scholarship 2020-06-29 04:00:00Z 0

New Rotary Area of Focus - Supporting The Environment

Posted on Jun 27, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
New Rotary Area of Focus - Supporting The Environment 2020-06-27 04:00:00Z 0

2020 RI Virtual Convention - General Session #2

Posted on Jun 21, 2020
  
View 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.
Read more...
2020 RI Virtual Convention - General Session #2 2020-06-21 04:00:00Z 0

2020 RI Virtual Convention - General Session #1

Posted on Jun 20, 2020
  
View 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.
Read more...
2020 RI Virtual Convention - General Session #1 2020-06-20 04:00:00Z 0

RC Liamuiga: District Governor Elect Pays Courtesy Call

Posted on Jun 19, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
RC Liamuiga: District Governor Elect Pays Courtesy Call 2020-06-19 04:00:00Z 0

RC Antigua: A Bed At Home

Posted on Jun 18, 2020
 
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.
 
Read more...
RC Antigua: A Bed At Home 2020-06-18 04:00:00Z 0

A Lifetime of Service Above Self - PDG Henri Guda - 50 Years In Rotary

Posted on Jun 16, 2020
 
"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.
 A Lifetime of Service Above Self - PDG Henri Guda - 50 Years In Rotary 2020-06-16 04:00:00Z 0
2020 Rotary District 7030 Business Meeting - Updates 2020-06-15 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Peace Fellowship Alumni Association's 2020 Global Cyber Peace Conference

Posted on Jun 11, 2020
 
Register 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.
Read more...
Rotary Peace Fellowship Alumni Association's 2020 Global Cyber Peace Conference 2020-06-11 04:00:00Z 0

2020 RI Virtual Convention - Update

Posted on Jun 02, 2020
 
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.
 2020 RI Virtual Convention - Update 2020-06-02 04:00:00Z 0

RC Antigua Launches COVID-19 Food Voucher Programme

Posted on May 19, 2020
 
 
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.
Read more...
RC Antigua Launches COVID-19 Food Voucher Programme 2020-05-19 04:00:00Z 0

RC Tobago's Philbert Williams Receives Honorable Mention In The Rotarian's Annual Photo Contest

Posted on May 18, 2020
the fallen tree as a backstop for the young goalie as a group of boys
 
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.
 
Read more...
RC Tobago's Philbert Williams Receives Honorable Mention In The Rotarian's Annual Photo Contest 2020-05-18 04:00:00Z 0

Italian Rotary Club Uses Expertise To Aid In Coronavirus Fight

Posted on May 16, 2020
 
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.
 
Read more...
Italian Rotary Club Uses Expertise To Aid In Coronavirus Fight 2020-05-16 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary & ToastMasters: New Leadership Development Courses Now Available 2020-05-15 04:00:00Z 0
2020 Zone 33/34 PI Citation & Club Video Contest - New Deadline Extension 2020-05-14 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary International Board Updates - April 2020

Posted on May 10, 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...
Read more...
Rotary International Board Updates - April 2020 2020-05-10 04:00:00Z 0

RC St. Vincent South Donates US$500,000 of Medical Equipment to SVG

Posted on May 08, 2020

KINGSTOWN, 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.
Read more...
RC St. Vincent South Donates US$500,000 of Medical Equipment to SVG 2020-05-08 04:00:00Z 0

Hacking A Solution To The COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on May 07, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
Hacking A Solution To The COVID-19 Pandemic 2020-05-07 04:00:00Z 0
COVID-19 #RotaryResponds Telethon 2020-05-03 04:00:00Z 0

Staying Connected & Engaging Members

Posted on May 02, 2020
 
These 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.
Read more...
Staying Connected & Engaging Members 2020-05-02 04:00:00Z 0

2020 RI Virtual Convention

Posted on May 01, 2020
 
Save 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
 2020 RI Virtual Convention 2020-05-01 04:00:00Z 0

Do More Than Ever Through Strategic Planning

Posted on Apr 28, 2020
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.
Read more...
Do More Than Ever Through Strategic Planning 2020-04-28 04:00:00Z 0

#RotaryResponds - COVID-19 Telethon

Posted on Apr 24, 2020
 
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.
 
Read more...
#RotaryResponds - COVID-19 Telethon 2020-04-24 04:00:00Z 0

TRF Grant Options To Respond To COVID-19

Posted on Apr 23, 2020
 
As 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.
Read more...
TRF Grant Options To Respond To COVID-19 2020-04-23 04:00:00Z 0
Connect With The (Online) Rotary World 2020-04-21 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Peace Center Recognizes Christine Charlot

Posted on Apr 16, 2020
 
Rotary 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.
 Rotary Peace Center Recognizes Christine Charlot 2020-04-16 04:00:00Z 0

2020 DG Easter Message

Posted on Apr 12, 2020
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.
 
Read more...
2020 DG Easter Message 2020-04-12 04:00:00Z 0

Joint Statement From International Service Clubs On COVID-19

Posted on Apr 08, 2020
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. 
Read more...
Joint Statement From International Service Clubs On COVID-19 2020-04-08 04:00:00Z 0

How Rotary Clubs Help Fight COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on Apr 02, 2020
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. 
 
 
Read more...
How Rotary Clubs Help Fight COVID-19 Pandemic 2020-04-02 04:00:00Z 0
Message from Rotary Peace Fellow Christine Charlot of District 7030 2020-04-02 04:00:00Z 0

2019-2020 District 7030 Online Education & Training Series

Posted on Mar 30, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
2019-2020 District 7030 Online Education & Training Series 2020-03-30 04:00:00Z 0

2019-2020 District 7030 Diabetes Project

Posted on Mar 25, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
2019-2020 District 7030 Diabetes Project 2020-03-25 04:00:00Z 0

2020 TRF Decision & Statement In Response To COVID-19

Posted on Mar 25, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
2020 TRF Decision & Statement In Response To COVID-19 2020-03-25 04:00:00Z 0
2020 Zone 33/34 PI Citation & Club Video Contest - Deadline Extension 2020-03-25 04:00:00Z 0

Staying Connected In A Crisis

Posted on Mar 24, 2020
 
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!
Read more...
Staying Connected In A Crisis 2020-03-24 04:00:00Z 0

RI Zone 33-34: Advice To Clubs In Response To COVID-19

Posted on Mar 20, 2020
 
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.
Read more...
RI Zone 33-34: Advice To Clubs In Response To COVID-19 2020-03-20 04:00:00Z 0

DISTRICT 7030 RESPONSE TO COVID-19

Posted on Mar 17, 2020
2020-03-16: 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.
Read more...
DISTRICT 7030 RESPONSE TO COVID-19 2020-03-17 04:00:00Z 0

2020 Zone 34 Club Video Contest

Posted on Mar 16, 2020
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.
Read more...
2020 Zone 34 Club Video Contest 2020-03-16 04:00:00Z 0

CANCELLATION OF 2020 ROTARY DISTRICT 7030 CONFERENCE

Posted on Mar 11, 2020
March 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.
Read more...
CANCELLATION OF 2020 ROTARY DISTRICT 7030 CONFERENCE 2020-03-11 04:00:00Z 0

District Governor's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Posted on Mar 06, 2020
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.

 
Read more...
District Governor's Statement On Coronavirus (COVID-19) 2020-03-06 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Celebrates 115th Anniversary Milestone

Posted on Feb 28, 2020
 
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...
Read more...
Rotary Celebrates 115th Anniversary Milestone 2020-02-28 04:00:00Z 0

2020 District 7030 RYLA

Posted on Feb 20, 2020

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
 
Read more...
2020 District 7030 RYLA 2020-02-20 04:00:00Z 0

2020 Rotary Peace Fellowship Applications

Posted on Feb 18, 2020
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.
 
Read more...
2020 Rotary Peace Fellowship Applications 2020-02-18 04:00:00Z 0
2020 District 7030 Conference - Promo #2 2020-02-01 04:00:00Z 0

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.
Read more...
Rotary & Toastmasters Team Up 2020-01-15 04:00:00Z 0
Chat with Grants Chair PDG Roger 2019-11-27 04:00:00Z 0
2020 RI Convention - District 7030 to Hawaii 2019-11-21 04:00:00Z 0

Foundation Minute With PDG Milton

Posted on Nov 19, 2019
 
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.
 Foundation Minute With PDG Milton 2019-11-19 04:00:00Z 0

RC St. Kitts: World Polio Day Event

Posted on Nov 18, 2019
 
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.
Read more...
RC St. Kitts: World Polio Day Event 2019-11-18 04:00:00Z 0

2019/2020 DG Visit to Martinique

Posted on Nov 08, 2019

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. 
Read more...
2019/2020 DG Visit to Martinique 2019-11-08 04:00:00Z 0

RC Paramaribo - Rotary Cares: Cardiovascular Screening of Diabetic Patients

Posted on Oct 29, 2019
 
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.
Read more...
RC Paramaribo - Rotary Cares: Cardiovascular Screening of Diabetic Patients 2019-10-29 04:00:00Z 0
RC Antigua: 2019 Polio PSA 2019-10-09 04:00:00Z 0
Membership Minute With PDG Elwin 2019-09-16 04:00:00Z 0

Help Our Rotary Neighbours In The Bahamas !

Posted on Sep 03, 2019
 
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.
 
Read more...
Help Our Rotary Neighbours In The Bahamas ! 2019-09-03 04:00:00Z 0

RC Antigua Sundown - 4th Annual Pediatric Village

Posted on Sep 02, 2019
 
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.
Read more...
RC Antigua Sundown - 4th Annual Pediatric Village 2019-09-02 04:00:00Z 0
2020 District 7030 Conference - Promotional Video 2019-08-22 04:00:00Z 0

Membership Month

Posted on Aug 19, 2019
"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. 
Read more...
Membership Month Giselle Holder 2019-08-19 04:00:00Z 0

Interview With 2019/2020 DRR Anya

Posted on Aug 12, 2019
 
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.
Read more...
Interview With 2019/2020 DRR Anya 2019-08-12 04:00:00Z 0

RC Antigua: 2019 Colours Fete

Posted on Aug 12, 2019

On July 20 2019, the Rotary Club of Antigua executed its annual fundraiser, Rotary Colours Fete under the theme 'The Venetian Masquerade'.

 

Read more...
RC Antigua: 2019 Colours Fete 2019-08-12 04:00:00Z 0

2019-2020 DG Message

Posted on Jul 08, 2019
Fellow 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.
Read more...
2019-2020 DG Message 2019-07-08 04:00:00Z 0

How To Improve Your Photography: Telling Rotary’s Story In Pictures

Posted on Jul 05, 2019
 
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.
Read more...
How To Improve Your Photography: Telling Rotary’s Story In Pictures 2019-07-05 04:00:00Z 0

51st Anniversary - Rotary Club of St Augustine

Posted on Jun 27, 2019
 
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.
Read more...
51st Anniversary - Rotary Club of St Augustine 2019-06-27 04:00:00Z 0

2018/2019 District Governor End Of Year Message

Posted on Jun 19, 2019
 
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.
Read more...
2018/2019 District Governor End Of Year Message 2019-06-19 04:00:00Z 0

Diabetes Awareness Programme In The T&T North Eastern Education District

Posted on Jun 14, 2019
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.
Read more...
Diabetes Awareness Programme In The T&T North Eastern Education District 2019-06-14 04:00:00Z 0
PETS2019 Presentations (English) 2019-05-22 04:00:00Z 0
District Conference Photos 2019-05-19 04:00:00Z 0

Model UN in Suriname (SUMUN)

Posted on May 10, 2019
 
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.
Read more...
Model UN in Suriname (SUMUN) 2019-05-10 04:00:00Z 0
2019 District Conference Pictures 2019-05-03 04:00:00Z 0
Health Projects in Martinique 2019-04-29 04:00:00Z 0
District Conference 2019 - AGENDA Lara Quentrall-Thomas 2019-04-22 04:00:00Z 0

Two Days To Go !

Posted on Apr 22, 2019
Our annual District Conference and PETS starts in the beautiful island of Guadeloupe in 2 days .. are you registered ?
 Two Days To Go ! 2019-04-22 04:00:00Z 0

International Women's Day 2019

Posted on Mar 08, 2019
 
If 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.
Read more...
International Women's Day 2019 2019-03-08 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Club of Southwest Tobago (RCSWT) Annual Diabetes Project Week 2018

Posted on Nov 27, 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.

Read more...
Rotary Club of Southwest Tobago (RCSWT) Annual Diabetes Project Week 2018 2018-11-27 04:00:00Z 0

Trinidad Clubs walk to END POLIO NOW

Posted on Nov 22, 2018
 
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.
Read more...
Trinidad Clubs walk to END POLIO NOW 2018-11-22 04:00:00Z 0

Princes Town Rotary Marches Against Diabetes

Posted on Nov 21, 2018

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.
Read more...
Princes Town Rotary Marches Against Diabetes 2018-11-21 04:00:00Z 0

DG Visit with South Trinidad Clubs

Posted on Nov 19, 2018

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 ...
Read more...
DG Visit with South Trinidad Clubs Debbie Ramlochan 2018-11-19 04:00:00Z 0

Youth Peace Day Symposium

Posted on Oct 08, 2018
 
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
Read more...
Youth Peace Day Symposium CHarper 2018-10-08 04:00:00Z 0

History of Our District

Posted by Lisle Chase on Aug 26, 2018
In 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
 
Read more...
History of Our District Lisle Chase 2018-08-26 04:00:00Z 0
DG Visit to St Lucia LC 2018-08-02 04:00:00Z 0
Dialogue With DG Dominique Lara Quentrall-Thomas 2018-07-27 04:00:00Z 0

2018-2019 DG Message

Posted on Jul 12, 2018
Now 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.
Read more...
2018-2019 DG Message Sean Paddy 2018-07-12 04:00:00Z 0

Handing over Ceremony

Posted on Jun 18, 2018
 Wonderful District 7030 handing over ceremony in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, the home town of our District Governor 2018-19 Dominique Vénéré. 
 
 
   
 
 Handing over Ceremony 2018-06-18 04:00:00Z 0

Zone Seminars/Sessions

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Jun 07, 2018
Dear 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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Zone Seminars/Sessions Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-06-07 04:00:00Z 0
Vote for your Favourite Club Video Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-31 04:00:00Z 0
Zone 34 Club Video Contest Deadline is May 30th Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-30 04:00:00Z 0
RI President Ian Riseley visit Suriname Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-28 04:00:00Z 0
RI President Ian Riseley visit Suriname Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-26 04:00:00Z 0
Unveiling Name Sign Australian Tree Jacaranda Filicifolia by RI President Ian Riseley  Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-26 04:00:00Z 0
RI President Ian Riseley in Suriname 2018-05-24 04:00:00Z 0
Presentation Joint Project Rotaract- Blood Drive Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-23 04:00:00Z 0
RI President Ian Riseley Visits Suriname Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-22 04:00:00Z 0
Ryla 2018 2018-05-21 04:00:00Z 0

Launch of the International Fellowship of Cricket Loving Rotarians West Indies Chapter in Trinidad

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on May 19, 2018
Saturday 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:
 
 
 
 
 Launch of the International Fellowship of Cricket Loving Rotarians West Indies Chapter in Trinidad Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-19 04:00:00Z 0
New Material on Brand Center for People of Action Campaign Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-12 04:00:00Z 0

Joining forces for new mammogrophy device Foundation Prevention

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on May 12, 2018
PRESS 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.
 
 Joining forces for new mammogrophy device Foundation Prevention Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-12 04:00:00Z 0
Join the Zone 34 Training Seminar Pulbic Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-11 04:00:00Z 0
zone 34 video contest Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-05-04 04:00:00Z 0
Disrict Assembly & Conference 2018-04-28 04:00:00Z 0
District Conference 2018-04-28 04:00:00Z 0
PETS, Assembly & Conference Suriname 2018, 25th - 28th April 2018-04-28 04:00:00Z 0
Masques et souvenirs à vendre à DC Suriname Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-04-24 04:00:00Z 0
Masks and souvenirs for Sale at DC Suriname Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-04-23 04:00:00Z 0
Masques et souvenirs à vendre à DC Suriname Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-04-23 04:00:00Z 0
Antigua joint tree planting project Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-04-18 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Club of Port of Spain

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Apr 17, 2018
Rotary 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.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Rotary Club of Port of Spain Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-04-17 04:00:00Z 0
kakemono d'image publique RC Remire - Montjoly Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-04-17 04:00:00Z 0
RC Antigua - bringing awareness to Polio 2018-04-17 04:00:00Z 0

No beach to clean up

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Apr 14, 2018
Princes Town Secondary School Interactors Annual Beach Clean in collaboration with the Prince of Moruga and Princes Town Rotary Club
 
 
 No beach to clean up Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-04-14 04:00:00Z 0
Public Image Citation Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-04-10 04:00:00Z 0
St. Augustine Rotary club makes hearts beat Pulic Image Team (PIT) 2018-04-06 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary aid for heart patients

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Apr 05, 2018

Rotary 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.

 Rotary aid for heart patients Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-04-05 04:00:00Z 0
Zone 34 seminar Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-03-21 04:00:00Z 0
spouse program 2018 Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-03-17 04:00:00Z 0

RHH

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Mar 15, 2018
RHH Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-03-15 04:00:00Z 0

Shirt options

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Feb 19, 2018
Shirt options Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-02-19 04:00:00Z 0

RI Request

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Feb 13, 2018
Rotary International is requesting the names and contact information of the incoming club officers entered into their database.                                                                 
 
 RI Request Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-02-13 04:00:00Z 0
People of Action video contest Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-01-26 04:00:00Z 0
Rotary has Heart Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-01-16 04:00:00Z 0

Be the Inspiration

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Jan 16, 2018

2018-19 RI President Barry Rassin wants Rotary members to Be the Inspiration

By Photos by
 
 
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

 

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 environment

Rotary 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

 Be the Inspiration Public Image Team (PIT) 2018-01-16 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Club of POS - Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Dec 13, 2017
 
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!
 Rotary Club of POS - Star Wars: The Last Jedi Public Image Team (PIT) 2017-12-13 04:00:00Z 0

Fort De France

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Nov 27, 2017
 
Interview 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.
 
 
 
 
 
Read more...
Fort De France Public Image Team (PIT) 2017-11-27 04:00:00Z 0
Joint Disaster Relief Public Image Team (PIT) 2017-11-16 04:00:00Z 0
Model United Nations 2018 Public Image Team (PIT) 2017-10-31 04:00:00Z 0
Fundraising for Hurricane Vicitms Public Image Team (PIT) 2017-10-30 04:00:00Z 0
“Glow in the Dark—End Polio Walk”   Public Image Team (PIT) 2017-10-30 04:00:00Z 0

Rotary Club of Grenada East celebrating their 40th anniversary

Posted by Public Image Team (PIT) on Oct 24, 2017
The 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).
 
 Rotary Club of Grenada East celebrating their 40th anniversary Public Image Team (PIT) 2017-10-24 04:00:00Z 0
MAKING  A PASSING GRADE ON THE FOUR WAY TEST  Public Image Team (PIT) 2017-10-21 04:00:00Z 0