District Rotaract Counil15-16
Rotary International District 3230
DRR Message
Dear friends , Warm Rotaract greetings! I am glad to inform you that our District Governor was extremely happy about the first edition of Sangae Muzhangu and was praising the team for bringing it out in an excellent way. Rtn. George sir was all praise about the way in which we rotaractors worked for the rotary conference, rotary expo and for giving a wonderful set of programs during the youth hour. Now it’s time to congratulate Rtr. Senthil, Rtr. Sabari and team for giving us a wonderful pre conference ‘Hearts’ which was on a theme ‘valentine’. They planned the event in such a professional manner overcoming all the hurdles that they had to face. Next came the PRIDE moment of dist 3230, the Annual District Rotaract Conference. I would like to congratulate Rtr. PP. Dhanakodi and each and every single rotaractor who worked towards the conference for giving us a never before conference. Wonderful set of speakers, excellent programs, mouth watering food, etc. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the rotaractors who worked day and night to make us all stand in PRIDE. So its time to say bye to ‘Fun’ tabulous February and work towards mesmerizing March. Happy rotaraction buddies. Rtr. PP. PHF. Vinoth Nagarajan District Rotaract Representative 2015-16 RI District 3230
IPDRR Message
Dear Friends, It gives me great pleasure to pen down greetings and wishes to ever loving rotaractors of RID3230 via newsletter which has a beautiful Tamil name ‘Sangae Muzhangu’. Heartfelt wishes to Rtr Aravindan for bringing out in style and class. I would like to congrats Rtr. PP Dhanakodi and entire team of PRIDE -Annual District Rotaract Conference, High prolific speakers and excellent sessions, it’s was the best conference of our district has ever produced! Another 5 months on the cards every club is active with a packed agenda of projects to be delivered. Finally Best wishes to DRR Rtr. Vinoth Nagarajan for a successful year. Inspire One another! Regards, IPDRR Rtr. PP. PHF. Arjun Raja V. S. RID 3230
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Rotaract Chairman Message
Dear Friends, Warm Rotary Greetings. It’s been a great PRIDE for me being the District Rotaract Chairman 2015-16 with many pleasant surprises seeing the potential, enthusiasm, zeal, commitment and professionalism of the way you have been doing projects in all avenues of service. I recollect when Rtr. PP Dhanakodi, the District Rotaract Conference Chair along with Rtr. IPP Kalai, Conference Secretary meeting me way back in the month of September to discuss about the PRIDE conference. The way he explained his plans, his interest to involve as many Rotaractors as possible in the organising team, his abundance passion overflowing to deliver a wonderful conference gave me the confidence without any doubt that this conference is going to be a grand success and shall be remembered in the years to come. From there on, there was no looking back, his continuous updates, feedback, team work was really amazing. Kudos to Danakodi, Kalai and the entire organising team. Identifying the right person for the right job is a trait of a leader. Yes dear friends, am referring to the PRIDE of our district DRR Rtr.PP. PHF. Vinoth Nagarajan, who has chosen a wonderful team of office bearers for all his avenues of service, given them a free hand to operate, and always stood as a pillar of support whenever there was a need or help required. Pride means pleasure, joy, delight, gratification, fulfilment, satisfaction, sense of achievement, comfort, content, contentment. More importantly, PRIDE means ROTARACTORS OF OUR DISTRICT 3230. Yours in Rotary. S.M. BALAJI. District Rotaract Chairman 15-16. District 3230.
Paul P. Harris, an attorney, wanted to create a professional group with the same friendly spirit he felt in the small towns of his youth. On 23 February 1905, Harris, Gustavus Loehr, Silvester Schiele, and Hiram Shorey gathered at Loehr’s office in Room 711 of the Unity Building in downtown Chicago. This was the first Rotary club meeting. They decided to call the new club “Rotary” after the practice of rotating meeting locations. Within five years clubs had formed across the country, from San Francisco to New York. In August 1910, Rotarians held their first convention in Chicago. The 16 clubs that existed at that time united to form the National Association of Rotary Clubs. In 1912, the name changed to International Association of Rotary Clubs to reflect the addition of clubs in other countries. The name Rotary International was adopted in 1922. By July 1925, Rotary had grown to more than 2,000 clubs and an estimated 108,000 members on six continents. Rotary’s reputation attracted presidents, prime ministers, and a host of other luminaries to its ranks — among them author Thomas Mann, diplomat Carlos P. Romulo, and composer Jean Sibelius. As Rotary grew, members pooled their resources and used their talents to serve their communities. The organization’s dedication to this ideal is best expressed in its motto: Service Above Self.
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RI President - Elect
John F.Germ chose Rotary Serving Humanity as his Theme for 2016-17
Rotary’s founder, Paul Harris, believed that serving humanity is “the most worthwhile thing a person can do,” John F. Germ said, and that being a part of Rotary is a “great opportunity” to make that happen. Germ unveiled the 2016-17 presidential theme, Rotary Serving Humanity, to incoming district governors on 18 January at the International Assembly in San Diego, California, USA. “I believe everyone recognizes the opportunity to serve Rotary for what it truly is: not a small opportunity, but a great one; an opportunity of a lifetime to change the world for the better, forever through Rotary’s service to humanity,” said Germ Rotary members around the globe are serving humanity by providing clean water to underdeveloped communities, promoting peace in conflict areas, and strengthening communities through basic education and literacy. But none more important than our work to eradicate polio worldwide, he said after a historic year in which transmission of the wild polio virus was stopped in Nigeria and all of Africa, Germ said we are closer than ever to ending polio. “We are at a crossroads in Rotary,” he added. “We are looking ahead at a year that may one day be known as the greatest year in Rotary’s history: the year that sees the world’s last case of polio.” Last year’s milestones leave just two countries, Afghanistan and Pakistan, where the virus still circulates. Polio would be only the second human disease ever to be eradicated. When that moment arrives, it’s “tremendously important” that Rotary is ready for it, said Germ. “We need to be sure that we are recognized for that success, and leverage that success into more partnerships, greater growth, and even more ambitious service in the decades to come.” Germ, a member of the Rotary Club of Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA, encouraged attendees to return to their clubs and communities and spread the word about Rotary’s role in the fight for a polio-free world. “People who want to do good will see that Rotary is a place where they can change the world. Every Rotary club needs to be ready to give them that opportunity,” Germ said. Enhancing Rotary’s image isn’t the only way to boost membership. “We need clubs that are flexible, so our service will be more attractive to younger members, recent retirees, and working people.” He added: “We need more willing hands, more caring hearts, and more bright minds to move our work forward.” By Ryan Hyland Rotary News 18-Jan-2016 Sangae Muzhangu | Page 3
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“HEARTS” the forerunner of the grand Annual District Rotaract Conference 1516 PRIDE, was held on the 14th February 2016 at the D.G.Vaishnav College auditorium, hosted jointly by Rotaract Club of chennai and Rotaract Club of D.G.Vaishnav College. It eventually was named as “HEARTS”, highlighting the date of happening,“The Valentine’s Day”. The event was chaired by Rtr. Pres. Senthil Mani, while Rtr. Pres.Sabarinathan Was the secretary. The preconference was a very apt and elegant prelude to the conference. Mr.Abdul Ghani, an evident social activist, popularly known as the Green Man of India, a very close associate to the missile man Late.Dr.APJ.Abdul Kalam (former president of India), the recipient of the PRIDE award was introduced. He was then honored and awarded the prestigious PRIDE award by the dignitaries. He then addressed the gathering with an emotional and patriotic speech.
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RI President K. R. Ravindran has announced 5 Presidential Conferences around the world on different areas of focus. It is a matter of great pride that one of these Presidential Conferences will take place in Kolkata, March 11-13, 2016 on the subject of Literacy and Wash-in-Schools (WINS). Contact District ISD for more details : Rtr PP. Vignesh Phone : +91-8056032813 Email : vignesh.thesun@gmail.com
As a Rotaractor, you change the world every day. You know that every positive action you make matters, and, through your club, you see that change add up. You realize that it doesn’t take a big bank account to make a difference—it takes a big heart. That’s why I am pleased to welcome you into Rotary Global Rewards – a member benefit program that makes it even easier for you to help others. As you organize your club fundraiser, take action in your community, or travel to your next Rotaract event, you save money on products and services you already use. Rotary Global Rewards is already available for Rotarians. As members of the Rotary family, I am extending a special invitation to Rotaractors. And, because you’re a committed Rotaract member, this program is being provided—a US$26.50 value—at no cost to you. It’s one small way that I want to show my appreciation for Rotaract and provide Rotaractors with opportunities to do even more good in the world. With Rotary Global Rewards, the good you do comes back to you. I hope you will all find ways to take advantage of the benefits this program offers. You
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Rotary Global Rewards at rotary.org/ globalrewards Sincerely, K.R. Ravindran President, Rotary International 2015-16
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Dear Rotaract member, You’re among nearly 200,000 Rotaractors who build stronger communities and develop the leadership skills to change the world. But fewer than 73,000 Rotaractors are counted in Rotary’s Online database. For far too long we have not seen the full strength of Rotary’s global movement of young leaders, and now is the time to show the world the power of Rotaract. It’s time for every Rotaractor to STAND UP & BE COUNTED. When Rotaractors connect with Rotary Online, they gain access to our worldwide network, tools, and resources. And we can see just how many Rotaract members are taking action around the world. Check our Rotaract Around the World report to see how many members are reported in your area. Share it widely and challenge every Rotaract member to create an account on Rotary.org so they can be counted. We’ll update the report every Monday so you can see the Rotaractor count go up and up until the final reveal on 13 March for World Rotaract Day! Here’s what you need to do to make sure you’re counted: 1. Create an account on Rotary.org using your personal email address. Make sure to choose “I am a club member” and select your Rotaract club. Already have an account but not sure if you’re connected to your club? Email data@rotary.org. 2. Join the conversation on social media, download your “I am Rotaract” badge, and see what happens when Rotaractors worldwide come together to STAND UP & BE COUNTED. Tag your friends with #RotaractGoals to make sure they don’t miss out on the fun stories, share graphics, and videos about Rotaractors global impact. Forward these instructions to your friends, tag them on social media, and make it a priority at your next club meeting! Challenge every member to get involved and show the power of Rotaract. Now is your time. And we need you to STAND UP & BE COUNTED. Help us finally show the world the power of Rotaract! Thank you, Rotary’s Rotaract Team
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