The Morelander Edition 12, 2021-22

Bulletin of the Rotary Club of Moreland

EDITION 12|21 DECEMBER 2021

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COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AND SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE IN NEPAL

Trevor Moyle updates us on

a remarkable project in Nepal

Award of Excellence for Club Bulletin 2018-2019

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Moreland Rotary acknowledges the Wurundjeri people of the eastern Kulin Nations on whose unceded lands we conduct our business. Moreland Rotary respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past, present and emerging. Moreland Rotary also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.

Cover: Trevor Moyle

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Community Leadership Nepal

At our recent meeting, Moreland Rotarian Trevor Moyle updated us on a remarkable project in Nepal, the Manechauka Sustainable Agriculture Education Program, which seeks to address the critical issues in Nepal of unproductive agricultural and agribusiness practices, and harmful use of

chemicals.

The program is “aiming for productive and healthy agriculture ” in Nepal, and based on the delivery of empowerment, leadership and skills training to achieve sustainable outcomes and a model for other communities to follow.

The project has been established and managed by the Community Leadership Nepal Foundation (CLNF) which was founded by Trevor with a mission to take on projects that involve: community empowerment, inclusive community governance, and leadership development. objectives to achieve sustainable community benefits in the areas of – education, economic and business management, social and health benefits. a structure based on a partnership of separate CLNF organisations in Australia and Nepal, and in Australia of Nepali and Non Nepali Australians.

This was taken at a presentation to a group that had completed a Community Agriculture course. Note the women sitting up front Current Projects

CLNF Australia is a registered foundation with the Australian Charities and Not for Profit Commission (ACNC), affiliated with Rotary Australia and provides overall strategic direction, funding and governance for CLNF Australia and CLNF Nepal. It has a board chaired by Trevor with board members drawn from a variety of people with expertise and also connected to the Nepali community in Australia and Nepal.

The Model Community Development Program at Ghyangphedi, Nuwakot supports empowerment of a marginalised community; it has an immediate focus on the education and welfare of women and girls with an objective of eliminating the cause of girl trafficking. Other objectives are in the area of economic and business improvement, education (incl Adult Literacy) health ad social outcomes.

In Nepal, CLNF Nepal is a not for profit company registered with the Social Welfare Council of Nepal. It has a very experienced board with a strong Nepal network and deep relevant specialist skills. The chair is Ujjwal Amatya, who is the country head for a European INGO called Mission East

The Model Sustainable Agriculture Education Program at Manechauka, Tanahun works with Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Science and Plant Science) programs to provide support for development of community based practical agribusiness programs and regenerative/organic agriculture education.

Trevor with a bunch of kids from the school CLNF Project Strategy

The project: focuses on national social and economic priorities. seeks community empowerment through leadership, governance skills and building self esteem. aims for long term sustainable social and economic project outcomes and Provides role models for other communities.

TEXT: TREVOR MOYLE | IMAGES: TREVOR MOYLE

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Community Leadership Nepal

Model Sustainable Agriculture Education Program - Manechauka, District of Tanahun

Background

The project involves providing support to students studying Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Science and Plant Science). The courses are overseen by the Shree Tribhuvan Government Secondary School and located on the school campus which includes : the high school the Agriculture Diploma courses, and a faculty providing B Ed courses for school teaching.

The 2015 earthquakes caused widespread destruction of buildings on the campus which are still being replaced.

Agriculture Course Structure

The courses are: approved and governed by the Nepal Government agency CTEVT (similar to TAFE in Australia), provided over years 11, 12 and 13 in a similar manner to VCAL and TAFE courses in Australia. involve completion of high school education and the Diploma course. the objective of the courses is to allow students to either take their acquired knowledge back to their communities, or go on to take a Bachelor course in Agriculture.

Agriculture Course Challenges

The problems with the Diploma in Agriculture courses at present are that they are: underfunded, take a pure science approach to learning, involve classroom rote learning in style of presentation, and are not sufficiently dealing with growing issues and opportunities with agriculture in Nepal.

The key issues with Nepal agriculture include: lack of diversity in production and agriculture methods, land management, overuse of chemicals – fertilizers, weedicides and pesticides. inefficient supply chains – involving excessive profiteering by middlemen

Agriculture Course Program Objectives

A focus on sustainable agriculture, for instance with the formulation of modern land management, environmentally friendly fertilizers, weedicides and pesticides, teaching regenerative agriculture and permaculture, teaching of propagation methods and plant diversity, use of efficient supply chain marketing, and introduction of a greater content of applied agriculture Proposed CLNF changes to the Agriculture Course Program

Key components of the modified programme supported by CLNF involve: the development of an extensive school farm, divided into 11 outputs ranging from a nursery, fish and duck farming, Bee keeping, Mushrooms, Poultry, Beef, fruit, medicinal plants etc. the creation of modular courses for use with the students, and packaged for teaching by the students in their own communities. learning benefits of modern and diversified agriculture. propagation methods and new food types. efficient marketing and supply chain management , including the use of cooperatives and improvements to course materials, teaching methods and laboratory fitout CLNF Project Team

Trevor Moyle Dr Yakindra Timelsina (CLNF Aus) Ratish Bohora (Adviser) Ujjwal Amatya (Chair CLNF Nepal) Hiramani Dhungana (School Principal) Kailash Thapa (Head teacher Agriculture) Representatives of community groups and local government organisations Project Budget and funding

Approximately A$60,000 – A$75,000 will be raised and spent over 3 years.

The money raised to date and sent to Nepal is A$11,000 but there is a Rotary District Grant application pending with A$2200 for laptops Future fundraising will involve:

A fundraising dinner in March 2022 Targeted benefactors.

CNLF is delivering community projects that make

A photo with school teachers and some students. The principal Hiramani is second to Trevor's left

a difference

TEXT: TREVOR MOYLE | IMAGES: TREVOR MOYLE

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Our Christmas/Anniversary Lunch

Because of the COVID restrictions our club had to postpone a 25th anniversary lunch planned earlier in the year. This was a huge disappointment as we wanted to celebrate and showcase our achievements over the last 25 years. We are not a large club but what we lack in size, we more than make up for with our energy and enthusiasm.

Because of the continuing uncertainly during the pandemic, we decided to hold an outdoor lunch and combine it with our Christmas wind up. It was a great great Rotary occasion for those who could attend being held in the wonderful gardens at the new Moreland station.

Thanks go to President Emma for organising this and for the wonderful chocolate cake she baked for the occasion. It was delicious and Emma continues to surprise us with her talents.

Now onwards to the next 25 years!

A Paul Harris Fellow for Trevor Moyle

Past President Trevor Moyle has been an amazing contributor to our club. His work with the Community Leadership Nepal and SmileHigh Foundations plus his being a driving force behind Moreland's focus on youth mental health has been nothing short of incredible. Add to that his general contribution to our club and we have a very worthy recipient of a Paul Harris Fellow recognition at our club meeting last week which was presented by President Emma.

The Paul Harris Fellow recognition acknowledges individuals who contribute, or who have contributions made in their name, of US $1,000 to The Rotary Foundation.

Congratulations Trevor for all your great work for Rotary and our community!

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About Rotary

District Governor's Newsletter

"Our District, Our Voice" is the monthly newsletter of District Governor Anne Reid in 2021-22.

There is a lot of information about the many Rotary projects and events across our District. Simply click here to read the latest edition Members of Rotary are part of a diverse group of community and professional leaders working to address community and international service needs and to promote peace and understanding throughout the world.

Rotary districts are a way of grouping a number of clubs in a particular geographic area. The area covered quite often crosses state and even international boundaries.

Rotary District 9790 encompasses the northern Rotary clubs receive a charter suburbs of Melbourne and from the worldwide organisation - stretches north and north east of Rotary International.

Victoria to the Murray River and up into parts of NSW. A Rotarian belongs to a particular Rotary Club often near his/her For more information about home or work or sometimes Rotary District 9790, click here because of the club meeting time.

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Rotary Leadership 2021-22 Rotary International: President: Shekha Mehta(Susanne) , Rotary Club of District Governor: Anne Reid , Rotary Club of Alexandra Assistant Governor Group 2: Emma Davis, Rotary Club of Moreland Rotary Club of Moreland President: Emma Davis

Club Service Roles 2021-22

President President Elect Secretary Treasurer Community Service Vocational Services Membership, International Service and Assistant Bulletin Editor Rotary Foundation Youth and Assistant Secretary Club Administration and Governance Environment and Bulletin Editor Australian Rotary Health Public Relations Club History Valued members Honorary Members

Emma Davis TBA Rosemary Freeman John Hoffmann Rosemary Freeman Brian Bennett Trevor Moyle Rosemary Freeman Silvana De Pretto Nino Galgano and Lee Garwood David Redfearn OAM Rosemary Freeman Russell Stuckey and Brian Bennett Nino Galgano Elly Gardner, Jo Connellan The Hon. Kelvin Thomson, Helen Bailey, John Awler, Richard McCarthy

District 9790 /Multi District Roles 2021-22

Assistant Governor, Group 2 and Director, 2023 Convention Host Organising Committee District Community Service Chair and Australian Rotary Health District Legal Officer District Bulletin Editor and Peter Toomey Community Police Award Shine On Awards

Emma Davis Rosemary Freeman Nino Galgano David Redfearn OAM Brian Bennett

WHEN AND WHERE WE MEET:

Moreland Rotary Club meets most Wednesdays at 7.30 for a 7.40 am start.

We meet at the Sorrento Bar, 801 Sydney Road, Brunswick, 3056 HOW TO GET A COPY OF THE MORELANDER:

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Upcoming events and meetings A standing invitation exists for all readers of The Morelander to attend Moreland Rotary Club meetings and some of our other events. Please let us know if you intend to join us by ringing David Redfearn on 0448 852 747 or emailing on dredfearn@vtown.com.au (click on email address).

Upcoming speakers/events

22 December: Social Breakfast for Christmas wrap up 12 January: Meeting to plan Australia Day event 19 January: Monthly Board Meeting (Chair: President Emma Davis) 26 January: Moreland Rotary Reflect Respect Celebrate Free Community Breakfast (flyer coming out soon)

Our Guest Speakers

Moreland Rotary Club invites speakers to our club both from our local community and further afield. They come from a wide range of backgrounds and are invited because they hopefully inform and stimulate our members and guests. We feel that this is of value in fostering a deeper understanding of our diverse community and even providing guidance as to the types of activites and projects our club may engage in. However the opinions expressed by our speakers do not necessarily reflect any official viewpoint of Moreland Rotary nor those of individual club members. Irrespective of this we always offer a warm Rotary welcome to all of our speakers.

click here @RotaryMoreland

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During the pandemic we met via Zoom on Wednesday mornings from 7.30-8.30 am but we NOW MEET in person at our usual venue (listed on page 7). You should contact us beforehand in case restrictions are in force but you can still join us on Zoom at any time and the link is below.

We always aim to have great guest speakers whether meeting in person or virtually!

Why not join us one morning? Simply ring David on 0448 852 747 the day before to RSVP or go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3068589175 just before the meeting to join in.

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