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Celebrate
WORLDPOLIODAY Celebrate World Polio Day on 24 October
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n our work to end polio, we've noticed a disturbing development: People in many parts of the world think polio no longer exists. Even some of our members, especially younger Rotarians who were born after the development of the polio vaccine, assume that because the disease doesn't afflict anyone in their country, it's no longer a problem. To make everyone aware that this disease is just an airplane ride away, Rotary started World Polio Day, held annually in October. Over the years, we have marked this occasion in various ways. Clubs have held fundraisers or lit up iconic structures in their country with the words “End Polio Now.” More recently, we created live-streamed events featuring prominent public health experts and journalists, along with some of our celebrity ambassadors. Many Rotarians have joined Rotary after our initiative to eliminate the dreadful disease, POLIO, from the face of this earth. During those years, more than 350,000 children are afflicted with the disease every year in more than 120 countries. Those of us who have been Rotarians for many years remember the excitement we shared at the 1988 RI Convention when it was announced that we had raised more than US$240 million — more than double our original goal. And then when more funds were needed, Rotarians raised over $120 million to continue the fight. "This entire initiative began because of the vision of Rotary International," says Margaret Chan, former director-general of the World Health Organization, who calls the more than 1.2 million Rotarians "tireless partners in the polio eradication effort." As we all got to work fighting polio, real progress began to happen. Thanks to our commitment, since then, cases of polio have been reduced by more than 99.9 percent. Only 3 countries remain polio-endemic, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nigeria. Today, we are very close to eliminating the disease on the face of this earth. Past RI President Ravi Ravindran said, “A future without polio is a gift that we have promised to the children of the world. And indeed, it is a gift that we will give.” Rotarians, like you and me, have already made a combined contribution of over $1.5 Billion and we don't want that to go to waste if we do not continue the fight and stop polio forever.
Many of us in the Philippines and Indonesia may never even have known anyone who was stricken by polio because the virus was long been eliminated in these countries many years ago. A few years ago, a Pakistani student brought the first case of polio in 21 years to Australia, where he was attending university. Fortunately, he was diagnosed, isolated, and treated. The young man has recovered, with the support of Australian Rotarians who rallied to his side. But the incident clearly illustrates again that even in a polio-free country, the disease is just a plane ride away. In Rotary, we see how much more we can achieve when we all work together. Through our Foundation, we are able to pool our resources and achieve even more. And the stronger our Rotary Foundation becomes, the greater the scope of the tasks we will be able to undertake successfully. We will be able to do far more good, in far more lasting ways. So much of the good we do in Rotary happens with the support of our Rotary Foundation. I ask each of you to continue your support – this year, and every year – so that our good work may continue. In behalf of Rotary and the Foundation, I would like to sincerely thank you all for your generosity and trust that you will continue to support the Foundation and appeal to you to make it your charity of choice and I have reasons to say that: •
Rated “4 stars” by Charity Navigator Our Foundation received the highest possible score from Charity Navigator, an independent evaluator of charities in the U.S. and earned the maximum 100 points for both financial health and accountability and transparency. The ratings reflect how the Foundation use donations, how well it has sustained programs and services, and its level of commitment to good governance and openness. While most charities use up to 35% of their donations for administrative expenses, the Rotary Foundation spends only a dismal 9% because there are many Rotary volunteers doing many of the work.
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Recognized by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Bloomberg Foundation. Recognized by the Association of Fundraising Professionals as the “2016 World's Outstanding Foundation.” 2nd century of charitable service
Let us continue to do good in the world.
JOIN THE CELEBRATION
World Polio Day is 24 October!
You can join our global celebration in many ways: Ÿ Hold a fundraiser. Consider making virtual reality a part of it so
people can see what it’s like to vaccinate a child against polio. Ÿ Educate your neighbors. Talk with friends, family, and
colleagues about Rotary’s work to end polio. Ÿ Hold a viewing party. Watch the livestream of Rotary’s World Polio Day event as a club or with another Rotary or Rotaract club. Ÿ Light up your city. Illuminate a local landmark with the End Polio Now logo. No event is too big or too small. Whatever you’re planning for World Polio Day, be sure to tell us about it. Find resources to help you plan or promote your event at endpolio.org.
Clean Water and Ending Polio World Polio Day is on October 24. Polio can be spread by drinking water that is contaminated by feces from an infected person. Food washed by contaminated water is also a source of infection. In recognition of World Polio Day, WASRAG is holding a contest to recognize projects that improve the quality of water and/or increase the level of awareness of the need for clean water. Two prizes of $500 each will be awarded to the Project with Most Impact and the the Most Innovative Project. Entries need to be submitted by December 1, 2018. Winners will be announced in February 2019.
The Disease Poliomyelitis is a highly infectious disease that most commonly affects children under the age of 5. Most know it as poliovirus. The virus is spread person to person, typically through contaminated water. It can attack the nervous system, and in some instances, lead to paralysis. Although there is no cure, there is a safe and effective vaccine – one which Rotary and our partners use to immunize over 2.5 billion children worldwide.
World Polio Day reviews the bold steps taken to end polio
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otary and its partners in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) have had to take bold action in the historic fight to eradicate polio. At Rotary’s 6th annual World Polio Day event on 24 October in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, we’ll highlight the monumental and innovative steps that are getting us closer to our goal. We’ll also celebrate 30 years of achievements by the GPEI. In 1988, when Rotary and its partners founded the GPEI, the paralyzing disease affected 350,000 children. Our collaboration with the World Health Organization, UNICEF, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and later the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, local health workers, and national governments has helped reduce the number to just 18 cases of wild poliovirus this year. This year’s event will be livestreamed from The College of Physicians of Philadelphia, known as the “birthplace of American medicine.” It is one of the oldest professional medical organizations in the United States. Global health experts and celebrities will discuss our remarkable progress toward a polio-free world. Patience Asiimwe, the protagonist of Rotary’s upcoming virtual reality film, “Two Drops of Patience,” will introduce the movie. A sneak peek from Rotary’s documentary “Drop to Zero” will also be featured. Jeffrey Kluger, senior editor for Time magazine, will discuss his experience traveling to Nigeria with Rotary to report on polio eradication. And we’ll celebrate the 30th anniversary of the founding of the GPEI. World Polio Day is observed in late October to honor the birthday of Dr. Jonas Salk, who led the development of the first polio vaccine. Will your club or district host a World Polio Day event? Tell us about it and promote it to the world. Or find an event near you to attend.
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Trustee chair’s message Ron D Burton Foundation Trustee Chair
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ince its inception in 1905, Rotary has been a champion for peace. The 1914 Rotary Convention adopted a resolution that our organization "lend its influence to the maintenance of peace among nations of the world." Then, the 1921 convention incorporated into Rotary's Constitution the goal to aid in the advancement of international peace and goodwill through fellowship in the Rotary ideal of service. In 1945, Rotary played a key role in forming the United Nations when almost 50 Rotarians served as delegates, advisers, or consultants at the UN charter conference in San Francisco. Today, one of our six areas of focus is promoting peace. Every Rotary service project, whether funded with a district grant or a global grant, has an impact on peace. It could be a peace project, a water and sanitation project, a basic education and literacy project, an economic and community development project, or a project in one of our human health-related areas – maternal and child health or disease prevention and treatment. It really doesn't matter. The ultimate outcome makes a positive contribution to our world by improving the quality of life for those affected, and that improvement is an element of peace. Additionally, each year we select up to 100 professionals from around the world to be Rotary Peace Fellows who receive fellowships to study at one of our six peace centers, earning either a master's degree or a professional development certificate in areas such as human rights, international politics, public health, and development. To date, 1,100-plus people have participated in the program, and we are beginning to see positive results. As we look to the future, The Rotary Foundation Trustees are discussing how we can improve this program as well as all of our peace efforts so that we can achieve the maximum possible positive impact. If you would like to help, you can contribute to the Rotary Peace Centers Major Gifts Initiative and help support the next generation of peacebuilders. Ron D. Burton Trustee Chair 2018-19
Get caught in the act ...of doing good The Rotary Foundation Centennial Get caught in the act... of doing good To mark the Rotary Foundation centennial, we’re encouraging members everywhere to do 100 acts of good throughout the year. Let others know by posting photos of yourself on social media, along with a brief description of the act, using #100actsofgood.
Prepare for Foundation Month with resources in the Learning Center
November is Rotary Foundation Month — the perfect time to promote the Foundation. Whether you’re planning a district Foundation seminar or simply looking for ways to teach club members about the Foundation, these training resources can help. Visit the Learning Center and enroll in the Rotary Foundation Basics Course. You’ll find the following downloadable PowerPoint presentations you can use in your training:
Foundation Overview PolioPlus Foundation Funding and Fundraising Rotary Grants Rotary Peace Centers Because the course is self-paced, you can decide when and where to take it. You can also monitor your progress, test your knowledge with quizzes, and earn virtual badges. Be sure to promote the Rotary Foundation Basics Course to your members to help them understand the power of the Foundation.
Empower others during Rotary Economic and Community Development Month
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he United Nations says 470 million jobs are needed globally for people entering the labor market between 2016 and 2030. Creating productive employment opportunities is essential to reducing poverty, stimulating sustainable development, and providing income security — especially for women, people with disabilities, young people, and the extremely poor. Rotary clubs all over the world work with communities to enhance economic and community development. Every community has different needs and different opportunities to serve. During October, Rotary Economic and Community Development Month, take action within your communities by:
Providing skills or leadership training and job networking opportunities to young people.
(A computer hardware servicing and automotove courses for out of school youth by the Rotary Club of Mabalacat, funded by a global grant.
Offering microloans and financial literacy training to female entrepreneurs. After completion of sewing t ra i n i n g , a p p l i ca nt s a re provided with sewing machine, a starting capital, and given materials to sew and finish on a piece rate payment. Others who opted to be employed are hired by the a garment factory inside Clark. A global grant project of the Rotary Club of Mabalacat.
By Rotary Service and Engagement staff
Supporting Basic Education and Literacy in your Community
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ccording to the United Nations, 57 million children worldwide are not in school and 757 million people over the age of 15 —two-thirds of whom are women — are illiterate. In honor of Rotary Basic Education and Literacy Month celebrated each September, take action by starting or supporting a literacy project in your community. Here are a few ways you can get involved: Ÿ Volunteer in a classroom or after-school program. Ÿ Promote student enrollment and prevent absences, especially for girls, by providing safe drinking water,
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gender segregated toilets, handwashing stations, and training on hygiene and menstrual hygiene management for students and teachers. Work with a partner to provide training to school librarians on performing reading assessments and utilizing methodologies to work with students who have special learning needs. Develop an adult literacy program. Start a mentorship program for students in your community. Find a project to support on Rotary Ideas.
Enhance your efforts Every community has different needs and different opportunities to serve. The Basic Education and Literacy Project Strategies Guide can help you ask the right questions, identify real needs, and make the greatest possible impact with the time, energy, and resources you have at your disposal.
Attend the Basic Education and Literacy Peacebuilding Conference A strong foundation in basic education and literacy is essential for reducing poverty, improving health, encouraging economic and community development, and creating more peaceful, thriving communities. World-wide, more than 250 million children live in regions affected by violence. The 2 June 2018 conference, taking place in Chicago, USA, will explore the relationship between basic education and literacy and peace and the role youth and educational programming can play in mitigating conflict.
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UNESCO is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It seeks to build peace through international cooperation in Education, the Sciences and Culture. UNESCO's programmes contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals defined in Agenda 2030, adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2015. Our Vision Political and economic arrangements of governments are not enough to secure the lasting and sincere support of the peoples. Peace must be founded upon dialogue and mutual understanding. Peace must be built upon the intellectual and moral solidarity of humanity. In this spirit, UNESCO develops educational tools to help people live as global citizens free of hate and intolerance. UNESCO works so that each child and citizen has access to quality education. By promoting cultural heritage and the equal dignity of all cultures, UNESCO strengthens bonds among nations. UNESCO fosters scientific programmes and policies as platforms for development and cooperation. UNESCO stands up for freedom of expression, as a fundamental right and a key condition for democracy and development. Serving as a laboratory of ideas, UNESCO helps countries adopt international standards and manages programmes that foster the free flow of ideas and knowledge sharing. UNESCO's founding vision was born in response to a world war that was marked by racist and anti-Semitic violence. Seventy years on and many liberation struggles later, UNESCO’s mandate is as relevant as ever. Cultural diversity is under attack and new forms of intolerance, rejection of scientific facts and threats to freedom of expression challenge peace and human rights. In response, UNESCO's duty remains to reaffirm the humanist missions of education, science and culture.
On-demand learning with online membership courses. A brand-new Learning Center with a streamlined design, an improved search function, and other new features is available at Rotary.org/learn. Enroll in the Membership Learning Plan to explore eight interactive courses that depict fictional club leaders as they navigate realistic scenarios. District and club leaders, share this learning plan with club membership committees so they can learn strategies for addressing membership challenges.
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n just the past five years, 50,000 people have joined clubs in Asia, which now has 31 percent of the world’s Rotarians. Japan, after many years of steady decline, has not only slowed its losses but is beginning to gain. Unfortunately, during the same period, the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean lost about 15,000 members — dropping from 33 percent of all Rotarians to 29 percent. In places that experienced the highest decline in membership, an equally high percentage of membership leads were never contacted. Membership leads are prospective members who use Rotary’s online form to express interest in joining a club. Last year, 19,500 people contacted Rotary this way. In the US, for example, 7,640 membership leads were generated but 35 percent of these were never contacted by a district or club leader. Although not every lead will be a viable prospect, some most certainly are. Having a clear process in place to manage these prospective members is important and could significantly change our long-term membership trajectory.
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n talk of this kind, people often mention legacy as motive for action, even as something that one wants automatically. I think of no such thing, for I have lived long enough to have seen that even the works of great American and international personages are little remembered, if at all, barely ten years after they are gone. So, I am not moved by any desire to leave a great legacy. I simply want, at most, to be able to say before I go that I have not been just like a pebble that fell into a pond and left no trace. I want the satisfaction of feeling that, in the short time I spent on earth, I made a difference. And the difference I most want to make is in the life of young children, those pitiful little human beings brought to earth without their consent, whose happiness and well-being depend almost exclusively on the kindness of others – like me, for one. It is an ambition that I want to infect others.
More than helping individually, I have tried to help through Rotary, in the belief that help is multiplied when done through an organization which one can strengthen and direct towards greatest effect. My interest in Cfar, RVC, Rotary New Year Day, and monthly school children’s parties grew out of my desire to be of help to our children, and to serve our country through them. Of course I cannot do those good things by myself; I thank the Lord that there are special Rotarians who are interested in advancing them. PDG Leo has instinctively led Cfar, already with great good effect; PRID Guiller’s disaster relief experience acquainted him with the goals of the poor which RVC tries to meet; RNYDay will probably be spread most effectively by RID Raffy during his term, and do very great good with it afterwards – apart from what he has already been doing in other connections; and I have started to catch the attention of some lady past governors to band together all lady Rotarians into a group that will institutionalize the monthly school children’s party, as a first step to many other wonderful things they can think of. Universal literacy has occupied my mind much longer than any of these projects. I have talked about it in an institute at the Bingham convention and in Taipei around the time that Dr. Negroponte of MIT began talking of one laptop per child. I succeeded in getting together a group to publish schoolbooks digitally, and we did not think the laptop would be a suitable substitute for books for school children. What we had in mind was a small electronic equipment similar to the present portable iphones now called generically as “device.” That name was not in use then, and we called our device the “Megumi,” a feminine name that does not really mean anything, and only served as handle for the thing. The papers I have sent you show the stages of the development of the Megumi from straight translation of all textbooks used in six years of elementary school, through correction of various errors in the curriculum, to rewriting the entire elementary education course of study with use of conversation as principal means of instruction and to emphasize how to become a good citizen. As of now, I think we should begin with a two-year kindergarten course for five year old children. But how to proceed will be determined by whoever is working on the program. Some start has already been done by a small group of Rotarians both from Manila and Silicon Valley. Leo is familiar with all of them (one has passed away), and it will be good for you to get together with him when he goes home around December or so. Raffy also knows much of what has gone on and will certainly be helpful to you. I will of course be glad to extend any assistance you ask that I can give. But this is your baby, and I hope you will fully succeed at it.
Developing Literacy Projects
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iteracy skills are essential for participating in family life, your community, learning and employment and to access services. Literacy skills help people solve day-to-day problems and make the most of opportunities in life.
The Literacy Rotarian Action Group (LitRAG) is a network of Rotarians around the world who have a special interest in acting upon the mission and goals of Rotary International related to alleviating illiteracy; enhancing literacy teaching and learning globally, and helping to provide materials and equipment for literacy education at different levels. By the Literacy Rotarian Action Group (LitRAG)
Literacy refers not just to letters and written text, but also to other multimodal, technological and symbolic representations that we encounter daily. Without basic literacy skills everyday tasks are harder – whether it be reading a bus timetable, applying for a loan or job, finding information on the internet, enrolling in a course, taking medicine, or reading to your child. Not being able to do these important activities can lead to a person feeling less confident in themselves and their abilities. It can also lead to experiencing higher levels of social and economic disadvantage. With the support of your Rotary club, taking on a literacy project can help you make a significant difference in people’s lives. But what is a literacy project? Is it a simple or difficult thing? What if none of us are teachers? A literacy project can be as straightforward as raising funds to buy a set of books for a school, community group, or a retirement village. But a project is not necessarily about raising money. More effectively, it can be about educating people, whether young or mature, who need support in developing their literacy skills. The range of literacy skills people need for everyday life and work changes over time and in different contexts. Businesses can also benefit by improving the literacy skills of their workforce, as demonstrated through improvements in productivity, the confidence and communication capacity of employees, and better health and safety. As more people gain qualifications and skills over time, businesses will benefit by having more skilled and effective workers. Try developing a community literacy project that could work for permanent social change.
Below are a few ideas on how you can take action: Organize a writing competition for children at your local school(s) Organize a spelling contest for children at your local school(s) Arrange a limerick competition on social media Host a poetry festival Donate books or dictionaries Recruit an educator to your club Run a literacy seminar for clubs in your local area Get Interactors involved in establishing a local literacy project Work with Rotaractors to help with an adult literacy project Establish a project in which club members and friends regularly read with children Visit a local prison and work out a plan to help inmates improve their reading and writing skills Ÿ Partner with the International Literacy Association on a joint project Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ
Don’t forget to promote your projects on social media and post them to Rotary Showcase. Send us an article about your project(s) for publication in the LitRAG newsletter!
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otarians are People of Action, not be-cause they are mem-bers of a Rotary club, but because that is who they already are: active and/or retired leaders of local businesses, professional associations, charitable organizations, and government entities. Here is a sampling of the impacts they make in their communities on a daily basis: Ÿ Keeping
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Rotarians’ Impact on Communities
and returning more money to the community's economy, Offering job opportunities for local citizens, Giving personal service to local citizens, Improving their community's social development, Taking more interest in the quality of education available, Helping their community exist and thrive, Helping create a better quality of life in their community, and Bringing services and necessities to communities, neighborhoods, and people.
Depending on their phases in life, proprietors and associates are already helping to make their lives and communities better by being involved in religious organizations, YMCAs, Boys and Girls Clubs, school parent organizations, Boy and Girl scouts, professional organizations, coaching athletic teams, serving on school and hospital boards, etc.
For example, in Elyria, Ohio and for personal reasons, Edgar Allen, a wealthy business owner, started a home for crippled children. His ability to do so was enhanced because he was a member of the Rotary Club of Elyria. That local initiative evolved into the international organization we know of today as Easter Seals. In 1983, Bruce McTavish, a New Zealand born professional boxing referee and budding philanthropist, was president of the then twenty-seven member Rotary Club of Mabalacat, Pamapanga Province, Philippines.
He proposed that the club initiate a campaign to immunize the children of Mabalacat against polio, as had been done throughout New Zealand where, in the spring of 1959, written appeals had gone out to professional groups, including Rotary clubs, to help get information to targeted population groups. The Mabalacat club approved President Bruce's proposal and, with the help of other Rotary clubs and medical personnel, they immunized thousands of children. Enhanced by the Rotary network, this local project planted the seed that, in 1985, blossomed into Rotary's worldwide humanitarian endeavor to eradicate polio.
Prosperous civic organizations do not minimize the ideals of such members; they enhance their members' desires and abilities to make life better for all concerned. Such organizations understand their members' unique characteristics and seek others with similar psychographics, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or age. Joining such organizations becomes an asset to people of action and offers greater opportunities for them to amplify their values.
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Fake email and social media accounts target Rotary members in new scam
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otary recently learned that scammers have created multiple email and social media accounts that impersonate RI President Barry Rassin and General Secretary John Hewko. The social media accounts are on LinkedIn, Twitter, and WhatsApp. These are not authentic Rotary communications. They are phishing and spoofing attempts to obtain money and personal information. Rotary monitors for and responds to these attempts as part of an ongoing effort to keep member, program participant, and staff data safe. We also work with LinkedIn, Twitter, and WhatsApp to remove imposter accounts. Neither President Rassin’s nor General Secretary Hewko’s authentic accounts – nor any of Rotary’s systems – have been compromised. Rotary members should continue to exercise caution: Ÿ Disregard any suspicious message that offers money, requests money, or asks for our
personal information. Ÿ Avoid opening attachments or following links in suspicious messages. Ÿ Pay close attention to the details of the email address and signature block to verify the
sender. If you receive what you believe to be a suspicious message from the president, general secretary, or another Rotary leader, please forward it to Rotary’s chief information officer at richard.kick@rotary.org and then delete it immediately. Please also report any suspicious social media accounts to richard.kick@rotary.org. 17-Oct-2018
5 ways Rotaract can change your life By Salman Ali Rajput, past president of the Rotaract Club of Nawabshah Central, Pakistan, and District 3271 secretary
I have always been involved in extracurricular activities practically since I was old enough to walk. But it wasn’t until I joined Rotaract in 2015 that I discovered the many ways a young person can learn and grow while serving the local community. My life has been transformed by Rotaract. Before I joined, I felt like a common man. Today, I have been groomed into a proud global citizen. Here are five ways Rotaract can change your life.
Reaching by Rotaract Club of Cabanatuan
Meeting new people: Rotaract club service opportunities are so diverse that students in any field of study can develop their leadership and organization skills while paving the way to a better future. I am the charter and past president of my club and district secretary. I have been fortunate to take part in many service activities, and even earned recognition in my district. But better than any of these honors has been the opportunity to learn new things and meet new people. Kindling a desire to help others: During my time in Rotaract, we took part in several service projects helping those in need in underprivileged communities. It developed within me a stronger desire to help others. I felt more connected to my community and more motivated to think about others. This in turn meet a need within me. I believe those who help others are themselves blessed. And I think this is one of the aims of Service Above Self. Broadening your horizons: Rotaract’s international reach has given me connections with other members around the globe. This is a wonderful thing that makes our organization unique. It provides a friendly environment where young people from many different cultures can learn and exchange insights. Becoming a peacemaker: By providing a place where people come together from many different countries, Rotaract is building peace. We are being knit together into an international family.
Growing professionally: One of the most important ways I have changed is professionally. Rotaract has built my confidence, communication skills, and leadership abilities — all of which are so critical in today’s world. I no longer shake at the prospect of public speaking, whether it’s addressing audiences at the district level or talking at club or business meetings.
I share my story. But Rotaract has been changing thousands of young people’s lives for more than 50 years. It has been giving them a platform to advance literacy, improve water and sanitation, and help the environment. Every day, somewhere, a Rotaract club is doing something to address a problem or issue. If you have a desire to create positive change in the world and be an inspiration to others, while being changed yourself, join a Rotaract club. Learn more about Rotaract and find a club near you.
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Rotary's Programs for Young Leaders Dear sponsor Rotary club: A Rotaract club sponsored by your club is suspended. Rotaract clubs are required to have a club president reported annually as required by Rotary Code of Policies. You must report a Rotaract club president for any suspended Rotaract club by 30 September 2018 or that club will be terminated. Access the Listing of Club-Sponsored Organizations (Rotaract, Interact, RCC) to verify a Rotaract club’s status. Sponsor Rotary club officers must: Ÿ Log in to My Rotary. Ÿ Under the Member Center tab, click Club & District
Administration. Ÿ Click on the Manage My Club button under Club Administration. Ÿ Locate the Rotaract section and click on Add, edit, or remove Rotaract club officers. If a Rotary club sponsors more than one Rotaract club, a prompt will appear to choose the Rotaract club to be updated. An individual must be listed as a Rotaract club member before being reported as Rotaract club president. If the individual is not yet reported as a Rotaract club member, their information may be entered by clicking Add, edit, or remove Rotaract club member.
MILES TO END POLIO Dear Officers,
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ur CDS Supervisor in RISPPO, Andrew Best, will again be joining the 175km bike ride “Miles to End Polio” at Tucson, Arizona on the 17th of November 2018 to raise funds for Polio. Andrew is our only representative in the region in this year’s ride and we hope you can support his cause! His goal this year is to raise $16,666 (that’s $50,000 once matched by the Gates Foundation!) which he can undoubtedly reach with your help! Donors can donate directly at this link http://ideas.rotary.org/Project/Profile/5eaaed8 2-4bde-4d2a-bb29-9ab265c3019a?personalization=dfc091c8472a-4a84-8bc7-dd68fe474be2 or donations can be deposited in TRF’s bank account at BPI in the normal process, referencing “Miles to End Polio” instead of “Polio Plus”. Please see attached guideline. The treatment will be the same as if it were a Polio Plus contribution – donors earn points and the contribution is credited towards the Total Giving for PHF and MD recognitions.
Allow 5 to 7 business days after updating for the Rotaract club’s status to change from suspended to active.
We thank you in advance for your untiring support in eradicating this virus! We are so close to the finish line.
Rotaract clubs that are terminated after 30 September 2018 will be required to resubmit the Rotaract Club Certification Form including the Rotaract certification fee of US$50.
We also send our appreciation to all those who have started sending contributions. He has now raised $7,512.87 as per list of contributors below.
If you have questions, please email rotaract@rotary.org or contact your regional Rotary International office.
Warm regards, . Rosalyn Ong Finance Coordinator Rotary International South Pacific and Philippines Office Tel: +61 2 8894 9831; +61 478 939 555 Email: Rosalyn.Ong@rotary.org
Thank you for supporting Rotaract. Programs for Young Leaders Rotary International
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Grant Center Updates
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n January, we released an improved version of the global grant report in the Grant Center. Now it’s the district grant application’s turn. We’re redesigning the look and feel of the application to bring it in line with the global grant application. We’re adding more project categories to make it easier to track project trends. We’re also changing the global grant application to allow clubs and districts to upload the results of their community assessments more easily. Watch for updates on these improvements. As a reminder, any club or district that applies for a global grant to support a humanitarian project or a vocational training team must now conduct a community assessment first and include the results in their grant application. Changes to grant terms and conditions The Foundation periodically updates grant terms and conditions for clarity and to include policy changes. See the current version for these changes: In Section II, the Foundation — Clarified that district grant funding may be used to support travel to and participation in Rotary project fairs to help districts identify project partners. In Section IV, the Foundation — Clarified that global grant applications for projects requesting between $100,001 and $200,000 from the World Fund must be received by 1 June to be reviewed by the Trustees at their meeting in September or October. Previously only October was listed. In Section VI, the Foundation — Clarified procedures for global grant contributions sent before application approval. RESOURCES AND REFERENCE Rotary Grants staff can help One of the best resources for grant applicants is the Rotary Grants staff. Grants staff members, with their professional expertise, are poised to help applicants make sure their projects are eligible for funding. Staff can conduct a preliminary application review or help sponsors redesign projects to meet Foundation requirements. To request a preliminary review, contact your grant officer or write to grants@rotary.org. Grants staff also are available for training events. Depending on our budget, hosts may be asked to subsidize the cost of their participation.
Building international partnerships at a project fair Getting involved in international service can often be a challenge. The Rotary network is vast and spans the globe, but how do you find a project to support? Project Fairs are a great place to start and a recent change to the grant terms and conditions makes it easier to attend a fair.
The Rotary Foundation Trustees recently approved a change to district grants in which funding can now be used to support travel to and participation in Rotary project fairs to help districts identify project partners. As with any district grant, it is up to the district whether they permit District Designated Funds (DDF) to be used to this end. Project fairs are regional events hosted by Rotary districts to encourage international friendship and collaboration. Fairs give Rotary clubs a chance to showcase their service efforts to potential partners, and give international visitors the chance to find a project that meets their club’s goals. They’re also the perfect way for visitors to learn about the local community and build relationships with their international hosts. Consider attending one of these project fairs to build a foundation for an international service partnership. Share this opportunity with clubs and encourage them to send representatives to an upcoming Fair to build international partnerships and find projects to support.
Highlights of RI Board Decisions - July 2018
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he 2018–19 RI Board held its first meeting on 29 June 2018 in Toronto, ON, Canada. At these meetings the Board reviewed reports from six committees and recorded 39 decisions. RI Administration The Board Ÿ welcomed the 2018–19 appointments of John C. Matthews as RI vice president and Peter Iblher as RI treasurer; Ÿ adopted the 2019–20 annual goals for Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation as follows: GOALS FOR PRIORITY 1 – UNITE PEOPLE 1. Strengthen the process for activating leadership in clubs and districts. 2. Increase club membership by attracting new and retaining existing members. 3. Start new clubs. 4. Increase the number of female members, members under 40, and Rotaractors joining Rotary. 5. Enhance the engagement and collaboration among Interact, Rotaract and Rotary club members and other Rotary participants. GOALS FOR PRIORITY 2 – TAKE ACTION 6. Publicize the role of Rotary and Rotarians in polio eradication. 7. Increase local and international projects by fully utilizing District Designated Funds to fund district grants, global grants, PolioPlus and the Rotary Peace Centers. 8. Increase contributions to the Annual Fund and PolioPlus while building the Endowment Fund to $2.025 billion by 2025. 9. Build awareness of Rotary, and promote the People of Action campaign. GOALS FOR PRIORITY 3 – INTERNAL/OPERATIONAL MATTERS 10. Analyze the effectiveness of our current volunteer leadership levels. 11. Focus and potentially narrow our program efforts. agreed that committees referenced in Article 17 of the RI Bylaws should not meet during the month of July, the first two weeks of August, and from the fourth Thursday in November through the end of December and requested future RI presidents to authorize meeting times accordingly; in its ongoing review of governance matters in Rotary, established a new, six-person committee to review regional leaders and structure, including the effectiveness of institutes, presidents' representatives, and regional leaders; the regionalization model; volunteer leadership layers between directors and the districts; and district matters, including the ideal number of districts, their size, leadership structure, and duties of the governor; approved a four-year pilot for incorporating young past governors as a resource to the RI Board as a way for including younger perspectives in the Board's decision making process. Source: Rotary International Courtesy: eFlash_Rotary
Board adjusts zone structure The Rotary International Board of Directors adjusted the zone structure for Rotary clubs in July 2019.
Zone 7A will now be
ZONE 10: Section A: Philippines 3770, 3780, 3790, 3800, 3810, 3820, 3830, 3850, 3860, 3870 Section B: Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand 3330, 3340, 3350, 3360 Section C: Brunei, Malaysia, Singapore 3300, 3310
Rassin declares Sushil Kumar Gupta president-nominee On 1 October, RI President Barry Rassin declared Sushil Kumar Gupta Rotary International’s president-nominee. The Nominating Committee for President of Rotary International selected Gupta, of the Rotary Club of Delhi Midwest, Delhi, India, in August. He will be elected at the 2019 Rotary International Convention in Hamburg, Germany, and will become president on 1 July 2020
Gupta wants to increase Rotary’s humanitarian impact as well as the diversity of its membership.
Gupta has been a Rotarian since 1977 and has served Rotary as district governor, training leader, and resource group adviser, and as a member, vice chair, or chair of several committees. Sushil Kumar Gupta, of the Rotary Club of Delhi Midwest, Delhi, India, is the selection of the Nominating Committee for President of Rotary International for 2020-21. He was awarded an honorary Doctor of Science degree by the IIS University, Jaipur, in recognition of his contributions to water conservation. He has also received the coveted Padma Shri Award, the fourth-highest civilian award in India, conferred by the president of India for distinguished service to tourism and social work. Gupta has also received the Distinguished Service Award from The Rotary Foundation for his support of its humanitarian and educational programs. He and his wife, Vinita, are Major Donors to The Rotary Foundation and members of the Arch Klumph Society.
“As individuals, we can only do so much,” Gupta said in a statement. “But when 1.2 million Rotarians work together, there is no limit to what we can achieve, and in the process, we can truly change the world.” Gupta is chair and managing director of Asian Hotels (West) Ltd., and owner of Hyatt Regency Mumbai and JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity. He has served as president of the Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Associations of India and on the board of directors of Tourism Finance Corporation of India Ltd. He is the president of Experience India Society, a public-private partnership between the tourism industry and the government of India that promotes India as a tourist destination. He is also vice chair of the Himalayan Environment Trust and serves on the board of Operation Eyesight Universal in India.
Useful Tips for Out-of-Country
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y career as a university professor, broadcaster, print journalist, a nd musician has spanned over 50 years. Those duties required travel throughout North, Central, and South American, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
During that time, I have accumulated the following information regarding travel that may be of benefit to Rotarians as you travel for business, leisure, or Rotary. Make copies of credit cards, drivers license and other valuable items in your billfold or purse. Just lay them on the face of the opy machine and make two copies of both sides, and place them in different travel bags. This will be of great help should you lose your billfold or purse when traveling. Copy your passport! It should include your ID page, the latest entry and exit stamps, and visa to the country to which your are traveling. Make a copy your airline ticket(s) also, in case your ticket is lost.
✔ Put your tickets, travel documents and cash in a secure place on your body. There are several different types make and the choice may be what is most comfortable to you. This has two purposes: one for security problems, and two, so that you will not forget them. International flights may easily last over 20 hours and may include passing through several airports. Even the most seasoned traveler can suffer from trip fatigue and not be alert to all their baggage. If your documents are on your body, they are impossible to forget when you get off the plane. ✔ To help safeguard a laptop computer, secure the case to your chair with the shoulder strap. Simply disconnected one end of the shoulder strap and place in through, or around a portion of the chair, then snap it back to the laptop case. The same thing can be done with a briefcase that has a shoulder strap. Both prevent someone from walking off with either of these two items. I can personally verify this, since I had my briefcase strap attached to a chair in an airport, when suddenly the chair topple over as someone tried to steal it. The airport police chased him down when they heard the ruckus in the airport. A simple carabiner shackle can be added easily to a purse or any bag. ✔ Obtain some currency of the country you will visit before you leave. This will be very helpful when you arrive for baggage boys, cart rental, etc. Many banks and most airports will exchange currency for this use. Do not exchange large amounts prior to your departure unless you are sure that the rate is better than in the country of your destination.
by RON NETHERCUTT, RC Mabalacat D3790
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Pack enough clothes in your carry-n for one day in case your checked baggage is lost or delayed. An electric razor and toothbrush in your carry-on can make you feel, and look, a lot better when you finally arrive. The little face-wipes can also lift your spirits during a long trip. Be sure that any toiletries are tightly sealed since the air pressure changes can cause the release of some contents.
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When packing, take less than you think you will need. Include comfortable shoes since your trip will include sightseeing that reacquires walking. When packing your shoes, stuff them full of socks of underwear. This saves you room and helps maintain the shape of your shoes. Lay your slack out flat and place rolled T-shirts in the middle, then fold the slacks over the T-shirts. This will prevent a crease from developing if the pants are folded flat. Lately I have saved lots of room in the suitcases by putting some clothes in 1 gallon zip tie bags. Then you sit on the bag to force the air out of the bag and compress the clothes and then zip the bag closed.
✔ Plan before you leave for your return trip. You might consider checking in a roll-on duffle bag, and have an empty one inside. If you bring back extra things, you can then use the empty bag in which to put the extra clothing, gifts, souvenirs, etc. Be aware however of the recent increase of prices that the airlines charges for additional bags. I also suggest you weigh your luggage before you go to the airport. Many hotels have a gym that has a scale to use. ✔ One last item that has been big help in my travels; make an extensive list of things to bring. In addition to some already mentioned, I list my cellular phone, with charger and adapters, computer and power connectors, portable GPS for rental car, business cards, and of course Rotary pins, club brochures, and club banners. You do plan to visit Rotary clubs when you travel don't you? And by the way, wear your Rotary pin on the plane; you will be surprised how many others you will find to share Rotary with during the trip.
ONE WORD ESSAYS PERSEVERANCE HONOR
CONTENTMENT
2018: 24-27 June Toronto, Canada
2019: 1-5 June Hamburg, Germany
2020: 7-10 June Honolulu, USA
2021: 13-16 June Taipei, Taiwan
2022: 5-9 June Texas, USA
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he Hamburg convention’s Host Organization Committee has planned outstanding cultural events and fun activities for all attendees. Go to the HOC site to purchase tickets for dance and music performances, bike tours, host hospitality night, and more. Don’t miss your chance to experience Hamburg like a local! The House of Friendship offers a unique opportunity to showcase your service project, celebrate your Rotary achievements, talk about your Rotarian Action Group, or sell your Rotary merchandise as a licensed RI vendor. Go to the Exhibitors page of riconvention.org to learn more and apply. Invite fellow members to Capture the Moment in Hamburg by using the materials in the convention promotion kit and showing the promotion video at special events and club meetings. Be sure to check riconvention.org, Rotary’s official convention website, regularly for the latest information on the convention. You’ll also find answers to frequently asked questions about registration, transportation, and more. Save the Date - May 31, 2019 Just before the Rotary International Convention starts, WASRAG pulls together top-notch speakers for plenary, breakout, and round table discussions. This year on May 31, 2019 in Hamburg, Germany World Water Summit 11 will be focusing on WASH: Achieving Lasting Impact. This is a great topic especially as Rotary International places increasing emphasis on sustainability. Register TODAY by going to World Water Summit 11.
City of Hamburg
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e warmly welcome you to the Free and Hanseatic city of Hamburg! The Elbe metropolis will amaze you with its cosmopolitan and maritime charm. We promise.
The river Elbe winds through Hamburg like a red thread and connects the best sites: In the HafenCity, the youngest city district, you can experience the Elbe Philharmonic - Hamburg's newest landmark. The concert hall is unparalleled worldwide with its incredible acoustic sound and incredible structure.
Hamburg – Travel guide Free app
CITY HALL
HAMBURG FISH MARKET
HEFENCITY
Tradition meets modernity in the Speicherstadt: the largest historic warehouse district in the world. In 2015 the red brick district was named a UNESCO world heritage site. A short walk leads to the world famous St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, or landing bridges, located along the harbor. The skyline along Germany's largest seaport is distinctive, especially as the sun sets. This is the perfect starting point for a harbor tour or a visit to The Lion King musical, which is housed on the other side of the river. Alternatively you can board the ferry and explore the Elbe river. The next stop along the river is the famous fish market. Sunday mornings visitors can purchase tropical fruit, fish or plants. Continuing down the Elbe one reaches the Elbe beach at Ovelgönne. Hamburgers are very proud of their beach, which is the perfect location to hang out and relax. Cruise and container ships frequently pass by the beach, as Hamburg is Europe's second largest container transshipment port. The southern part of the Elbe is perhaps the most relaxing: the industrious, busy Hamburg port meets the largest river island in Europe, which is surround by water streets and green areas. If you follow the Elbe into the city of Hamburg, you will reach a tributory called the Alster. In the summertime, the Alster is filled with sailing boats, as sailers enjoy the wind and move across this large body of water. Bikers and joggers meet on an 8 kilometer path that surrounds the Alster. The best people watching can be done from the many outdoor cafes that are located directly next to the Alster. The Inner Alster is a smaller body of water that is an offshoot of the Alster. It lays adjacent to the largest outdoor shopping district in Hamburg, called Neuer Wall. Here you can also explore the various city districts from a small ferry, which takes you through the little rivers that are spread throughout the city. Regardless if you call Hamburg home or are here simply for a visit – Hamburg is the place where wanderlust and a sense of home meet.
OLD ELBE TUNNER
See http://www.hamburg-travel.com/attractions/hamburgmaritime/landungsbruecken for further information (English)
Zone 7A Executive Summary TRF CONTRIBUTIONS
MEMBERSHIP
DISTRICT
As of 1 July 2018
As of 30 Sept 2018
as of 30 September 2018
No. Clubs /Members
No. Clubs /Members
TOTAL $
3410
58
1,100
60
1,142
11,606
3420
52
1,089
52
1,131
16,160
3770
66
1,791
70
1,886
10,124
3780
100
2,416
100
2,638
51,946
3790
95
2,617
95
2,766
51,771
3800
100
2,455
100
2,544
57,883
3810
113
4,100
114
4,244
205,156
3820
114
3,323
116
3,474
61,143
3830
96
2,884
97
3,070
74,767
3850
51 1,281
53
1,355
9,417
3860
94
2,607
94
2,734
39,008
3870
47 1,359
47
1,386
38,870
TOTAL
986 27,022
998 28,370
627,851
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n 2018, Rotary International is thriving in Indonesia because Rotarians in District 3410 (and all around the world’s largest island nation) refused to “give up” on peacebuilding, despite all opposition of politics, religion or sectarian influence.
DISTRICT 3410, INDONESIA www.rotaryd3410.org
District 3410 is divided into 4 main regions including Batam, Sumatera, Jabodetabek, Jawa Barat, and Jawa Tengah, Yogyakarta. Rotarians in these clubs provide essential services and community connections to a variety Indonesians who may never know Rotary International outlasted Axis players or any other forces to continue building peace in their country.
as of 30 Sept 2018
As one of two Rotary districts in Indonesia, it includes the capital city of Jakarta and several provinces within the country. It is a strong peacebuilding district.
MEET D-3410
Number of clubs
58
Number of members
1,142
Total TRF Contributions
$ 11,606
DISTRICT 3420, INDONESIA http://rotaryd3420.org/
as of 30 September 2018 Number of clubs
52
Number of members
1,131
Total TRF Contributions
$ 16,160
RC Solo Kartini water project
VOCATIONAL TRAINING TEAM @ GRESIK
Spread the Love and Care
RC Bali Denpasar Helmet Man
RC Sidoarju D-Talk on Managing Millenials Health Project of RC Bali Taman
Meet and Play RC of Semarang Lawang Sewu and Rotaract Club of Semarang Warak Ngendo
DISTRICT 3770, PHILIPPINES D3420
as of 30 September 2018 Number of clubs
70
Number of members
1,886
Total TRF Contributions
$ 10,124
SAVETHEOCEAN a coastal clean up drive by
San Jose Del Monte Central Legaspi West, Albay Rotaract Club of Carmona, Cavite
FREE CATARACT OPERATION. 17 individuals who passed the screening for the operation. It was a success and there was this one with the biggest smile, Emiterio Dela Cruz. Blind on both eyes for the past 10 years due to cataract and now after the successful operation he can now see with one eye. This is a life changing moment for him. Hopefully we can help him through with the other eye next year with this continuing project of the Rotary Clubs
Santa Maria, Mutya ng Santa Maria, and Pandi
DISTRICT 3780, PHILIPPINES
as of 30 September 2016 Number of clubs
100
Number of members
2,638
Total TRF Contributions
$51.946
100 Years of Inspiring People is the End Polio campaign of Rotary International District 3780, the district that covers Quezon City. 100 Years of Inspiring People is the brainchild of RI District 3780 Governor Pastor “Mar” Reyes. An idea conceived before his term, now coming into being on October 21. “We need to honor the good deeds Rotary has done in the Philippines in the past century. We need to celebrate the gargantuan effort of Rotary to eradicate polio worldwide, which started in the Philippines. We also need to recognize that despite the 99.9% eradication, there is that elusive and difficult .01% job to be finished. Through these celebrations, we inspire Rotarians, communities and partners-in-service to remain resolute and focused in continuing our service to humanity in the next century.”
Metro Aurora
DISTRICT 3790, PHILIPPINES www.rotary3790.org
as of 30 September 2018 Number of clubs
95
Number of members
2,766
Total TRF Contributions
$ 51.771
Agoo
District Governor Panding Nisce matches each club’s wheelchair to donate to the needy.
DISTRICT 3800, PHILIPPINES
as of 30 September 2018 Number of clubs
100
Number of members
2,544
Total TRF Contributions
$ 57.883
R
otaract Club of East Systems Colleges of Rizal conducted a "Relief Operation to the Flood Victims of Daraitan, Tanay, Rizal". In just a few days in the 1st and 2nd week of August, 2018, a series of typhoons flooded and damaged several houses and properties in many areas in the Philippines specfically in the CALABARZON. To help the victims of flood and typhoons, the club gave food, clothes, and blankets to the affected areas, thus a successful relief operation had been conducted.
Malabon East
Rotaract Club of East Systems Colleges of Rizal
END POLIO CANS A fund raising project of RID 3800 Phillippines to celebrate end polio day
DISTRICT 3810, PHILIPPINES http://3810rotary.org
as of 30 September 2018 Number of clubs
113
Number of members
4,244
Total TRF Contributions
$ 205,156
DG Rudy Bediones
DISTRICT 3810 GLOBAL GRANT WORKSHOP PP GLO/PP ELMER, D3790
PDG MIKE LIRIO, D3820
TRF Cadre PDG Mike Lirio of D3820, DGSC Glo Nethercutt and PP Elmer Hernandez of D3790 were the workshop speakers on global grant workshop for D3810 clubs, held at Aloha Hotel, 13 Oct 2018.
as of 30 June 2017 Number of clubs
DISTRICT 3820, PHILIPPINES http://web.rotary3820
114
Number of members
3,355
Total TRF Contributions
$ 535,215
Rotaract Club of Metro Binan an Babaylan
Touching Hearts and Lives Outreach Program at the Museum for the Poor, Angeles City, Pampanga Philippines. Gift Giving, feeding program and theater workshop. In partnership with the Binan Culture, History, Arts and Tourism Office and Binan Youth Performance Council.
TAAL-LEMERY Intl Coastal Cleanup (ICC) @ Brgy Nonong Casto, Lemery Batangas What the community has learned from "Fighting For Trash Free Seas" is that it Candelaria Circle cannot be accomplished by a few communities, nor cities, nor countries, but rather by the efforts of the entire earth. With several plastic islands or gyros the size of Texas in our oceans, we need to control the trash that enter our oceans, especially plastic which has been the culprit of the diminishing sea life and coral reefs. The RC Taal Lemery and the Rotaract Club of Taal Sr HS will do their part not only on the day of the ICC, but will always be vigilant in cleaning our waterways.
DISTRICT 3830, PHILIPPINES
as of 30 September 2018
/http://rotary3830.org Number of clubs
Water of Life Global Grant Project in School
97
Number of members
3,070
Total TRF Contributions
$ 74,767
A humanitarian project aimed to address the basic need of available safe drinking water for eight (8) beneficiary public schools by providing Water filtering machine. The water supply comes from processed water in Laguna Lake. However, since the lake is heavily polluted, with the presence of manganese and other mineral deposits which sometimes cause discoloration of water, its water supply is unreliable for drinking consumption. The students can be prone to various illnesses if they continue to drink from the existing water supply. Buying bottled water adds up to their daily expenses, in which most of them cannot afford. Thus supply of free potable water is important to them. This Water of Life grant is in partnership with the school administration, the Parents Teachers Association, the Department of Education and the participating clubs in District 3830 and 3620. The primary host club for RID 3830 is RC Alabang Lampara and the primary International partner is RC Cheonan-West.
Intramuros
ROTARY CLUBS of Paranaque-Poblacion Cheonan-Ssangbong, Chungcheongnam, Korea, Makati-San Lorenzo, Metro Manila Las Piñas, Metro Manila Paranaque-Central, Metro Manila Las Piñas-Camino Real, Las Piñas City Alabang-Lampara, Metro Manila Cheonan Leaders, Chungcheongnam, Korea, Alabang, Metro Manila Cheonan-West, Chungcheongnam, Korea, Makati San Miguel, Makati City
Makati Legazpi
DISTRICT 3850, PHILIPPINES
as of 30 June 2017 Number of clubs
52
Number of members
1,107
Total TRF Contributions
$ 197,150
Zamboanga City West
Street Children Feeding
Rotary Club and Rotaract Club of Iloilo City Symposium on Prenatal Preparation, Folic Acid Supplementation, Newborn Screening Test. .There was also a kit distribution for 100 pregnant mothers as beneficiaries in Pavia, Iloilo.This is also in partnership with Municipality of Pavia, Sangguniang Kabataan, Pavia Rural Health Unit, Volunteer Youth Leaders for Health Philippines, Newborn Screening Center Western Visayas & Department of Health Pavia. The activity was also made possible through the sponsorships from Nature's Spring, Max's Restaurant & the Local Government Unit of Pavia through the Mayor's Office.
Complete rehabilitation of 2 elementary school buildings and establishment of e-learning facility
as of 30 September 2018 Number of clubs
DISTRICT 3860, PHILIPPINES
94
Number of members
2,734
Total TRF Contributions
$ 39,008
HEALING LITTLE HEARTS IN CEBU By Rotary Club of CEBU
Portable Washing Facility for School Clinic donated by the Rotary Club of MadiangasGeneral Santos City donates portable handwashing facility to Mabuhay Elem. School purposely for use of its school clinic.
RRFC PDG Jess Nicdao wrote: “Had another very fulfilling visit to Cebu City. Sept. 12: Visited the "Healing Little Hearts in Cebu", a VTT Global Grant Project of RC Cebu ($267,000) in partnership with the Gift of Life International and the International Children's Hearts Foundation at the Vicente Soto Memorial Hospital. The project includes Open-Heart surgeries for children with Chronic Heart Disease. We're doing more of this project in the coming months. Sep. 13: Guest Speaker at the regular RC Cebu meeting at Waterfront Hotel. After my speech, one of their members talked to me and committed to become D3860's first AKS member. I also received the club's donation of $1,500 for the earthquake victims of Lombok, Indonesia. I'm just too happy to share this.�
5th 9/11 Quiz Bee Thirty eight students together with their supportive advisers from public and private high schools matched wits to win the 5th 9/11 sponsored by Rotary Club of Ormoc Bay Quiz Bee held at Tribeca Plaza, Ormoc.
DISTRICT 3870, PHILIPPINES as of 30 September 2018
http://www.rotarydistrict3870.org/ Number of clubs
47
Number of members
1,386
Total TRF Contributions
$ 38,870
Ecological services of preventing flood in a catchment area such as Cagayan de Oro
Rotary Club of Uptown Iligan, We prepared 100 packs of collective items needed for mother and child. Lectures were given by a medical Doctor. A total of 162 participated that day, breastfeeding moms with their child was an inspiring sight
HAKAB NA 2018 (BREASTFEEDING MOTHERS CLUB) PROJECT
This rehabilitation project, built on research and community collaborations, has introduced to Northern Mindanao a “rewarding mechanism” where there exists “the seller” who protects and provides ecosystem services to “the buyer” who benefits from these intangible products. The Miarayon–Lapok–Lirongan– Tinaytayan Tribal Association (MILALITTRA) serves as the seller in this project while the Rotary Club of Cagayan de Oro Premier-- along with businesses, cooperatives, academic institutions, religious organizations and households in Cagayan de Oro City— are the buyers of the various ecosystem services, such as ensuring the streamlines along the region develop high water infiltration capacity and providing continuous supply of potable water, clean air and food, among others. PES has brought together the communities from the downstream and highlands of NorMin to this landscape rehabilitation to provide the ecological services of preventing flood in a catchment area such as Cagayan de Oro.
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PP G. A. NETHERCUTT Rotary Club of Mabalacat DGSC, D3790
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have been writing grant projects since the time that the minimum grant was $5000; then it was raised to $15,000 because according to TRF it would take the same amount of work to process either. At that time, it was all paper work - accomplish the form and email it to TRF. Finally, the matching grant was renamed global grant and the minimum amount became $30,000. You do everything online. The application is now made easy by just filling the blanks. Research articles are provided for guidance. Even the reporting template is already provided to be filled up online. In my experience, there is no need to ‘sophisticate’ or complicate your global grant application. Simply follow the Four Way Test.... FIRST. Is it the Truth? Often times you think hard of a ‘beautiful’ project by trying to copy from others or invent one of your own. You forget that the project is for the community, not for your club.
Doing Global Grant is all about following the
FOUR WAY TEST Doing a ‘truthful’ project means that you have consulted the community and pattern the project to what it needs most. And when it becomes a project that you want to do yourself, then it becomes very easy to do it. Call on the expertise of your members to help you fill up the technical questions. Is it fair to all concerned? Is it the right community? The right project committee? The most qualified supplier or contractor? Is your cooperating organization participating or just a name in your grant application? Is the project a club action? Do you render progress report to your international sponsor Will it bring goodwill and better friendships? Grant is money going to the club’s purse to be spent for the purpose of doing good to chosen community. Disagreement on the implementation, disbursement, and time table often leads to bitter relationship. Upon approval of the grant, club host should prepare a spending plan based on the budget, secure the approval of its board, report it to a club assembly and get feedback from the members - all for the sake of transparency, willingness to involve the whole club, and proper implementation of the project. Will it be beneficial to all concerned? Is the community happy or even grateful about the project? Being beneficial also means that the money of TRF which is also your money has not gone to waste - that the project is kept alive to continue to be of use to the community. Beneficial means that the club or the district has earned its mark as provider of the service project, and has promoted the cause of Rotary. Beneficial also means that when you look back to your accomplished project or revisit one, you get this feeling that you have done good - - - because the project is still there.