Rotary Today August 2014 by James Lovatt Rotary

The official magazine of Rotary International in Great Britain & Ireland

MEET THE NEW RI PRESIDENT GARY HUANG AND HIS WIFE CORINNA YAO

Membership and Extension Month August 2014 Volume 23 Issue 7

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STROKE ASSOCIATION Page 9

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CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE AWARDS Page 12

POLIO Page 20

2014 RI SYDNEY CONVENTION

YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHER COMPETITION

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From the editor

In this issue New RI President

RIBI President – Peter King

RI Director – Mike Webb

Stroke Association

Community Corps

Champions of Change Awards

Spotlight on new members

KidsOut

Polio

Rotary International Convention Sydney 2014

Young Photographer Competition

An Interact experience

Calling all health professionals

Inner Wheel

Around the districts

My time in Nicaragua

BBC Children in Need

Helping in St Lucia

Setting a precedent

Honours

Youth competitions

Your letters

Welcome to the August edition of Rotary Today. I am sure you will find something of interest amongst the pages. We’ve tried to get a good mixture of articles from local club level within the community to an international level across the world. We are only one month into the Rotary year so we have included an article about new club presidents taking up office. Their stories and experiences are inspiring to say the least. We wish all incoming presidents, district governors and anyone taking up a new post a stimulating, interesting and enjoyable year. One of the articles which was a pleasure to put together, was the interview with Ade Adepitan. He is always busy, always cheerful and friendly and when I spoke with him really looking forward to speaking at the Rotary Convention in Sydney. Whilst on the subject of the Sydney Convention we have chosen to cover it with an edited write up from Mark Wallace Editor of Rotary Down Under. It’s informative and yet quite light hearted. Champions of Change is probably the highlight of this issue with 12 Rotarian unsung heroes being recognised for the work they do to make a difference in the world. Each has made a great contribution in time and effort. Salute and congratulate them for their service above self. Rotary was also chosen to receive a recognition award from the Stroke Association and we report on that also. Of course we have the regular features such as Around the Districts, reporting on what is happening right across the country. We hope you enjoy the read and if you have any suggestions or ideas to help us improve the content we would like to hear from you. Allan Berry Editor

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Correction

In the June edition of Rotary Today, we incorrectly reported that the Community Service Trophy was awarded to the Rotary Club of Halifax. This should have read the Rotary Club of Halifax Calder. We apologies for this error.

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Huang and Yao at home in Taipei with their children and grandchildren. Front row: Yao, Huang, and daughter Linda with her husband, Eddie Lucero Jr., and their sons, Eddie Lucero III (age 4) and Evan (age 1). Back row: Son Billy with his wife, Vesta, and sister Nancy. Yao, an artist, painted the scrolls on the wall behind the family.

RI PRESIDENT

Dear fellow Rotarians

I find many traditional Chinese values reflected in Rotary: values of service and responsibility, of respect for family and for others. Sometimes I call Confucius the world’s first Rotarian, because even though he died 2,500 years before Rotary was founded, his ideas are very much Rotary ideas. And one of the things he said was: . In English you say: “It is better to light a single candle than to sit and curse the darkness.” I think that one line sums up the way we in Rotary approach the problems of the world. There is so much difficulty. There are so many people who need help. Many people look at this and say: “There is nothing I can do.” So they do nothing – and nothing changes. But this is not the Rotary way. The Rotary way is to light a candle. I light one candle, you light one candle – and so do 1.2 million other Rotarians. Together, we can do so much more than we could ever do alone. Together, we can light up the world. In 2014/15, I am asking each of you to light your own Rotary candle and Light Up Rotary together. There are so many ways to Light Up Rotary. I hope many of you will choose to host a Rotary Day to show your community what Rotary is and what we do. I hope you will involve your Rotaract and Interact clubs

in your service, to bring the new generation of the Rotary family closer to Rotary membership. And I hope you will keep Rotary strong by inviting new members including your own spouses and family. Perhaps the most important thing we can do to Light Up Rotary is to finish the job we’ve been working on for more than a quarter of a century: the eradication of polio. We are so close to our goal. But we will get there only if we keep up the fight, keep up the momentum, and close the funding gap for the polio endgame plan. Light Up Rotary is our theme for this year, but it is more than just a theme. It is how we in Rotary see the world and our role in it. We believe that no one should sit alone in the darkness. Instead, we can come together, all 1.2 million of us, to Light Up Rotary. This is our goal and my challenge to you. On the web Speeches and news from RI President Gary C.K. Huang at rotary.org/ office-president

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Volunteering for young people

Light Up Rotary The theme challenges us as Rotarians to be more visible to others in what we do; in telling others who we are and what we stand for in the community. We will not attract members if the public know little about us. We will not grow vibrant clubs if the skills of club members are not recognised or fully used.

Peter King RIBI President 2014/15 In my Presidential year, I will work towards achieving four goals namely:

1. To improve and focus the public

relations and marketing programme to better raise the public profile and visibility of Rotary in RIBI,

2. To promote the We’re For

Communities campaign to encourage clubs and Rotarians to take a wider role within community affairs;

3. To encourage the spirit of volunteering among young people and to work with other organisations seeking to do likewise;

4. To promote strong and vibrant clubs as a means of service and as an encouragement to membership.

Rotary in these islands needs to find a voice on radio, TV and in the media. To achieve tangible results, it is vital to make full use of local and corporate connections as well as national resources. Targeted funding will be required so that the good news stories of Rotary action will attract publicity and acknowledgement at all levels. There are many school, charity and community groups seeking to make a difference in their particular spheres of interest. What makes Rotary standout? As members of the foremost humanitarian 6

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service organisation in the world Rotarians can make a huge difference by networking and using our many connections and links. Are local Rotarians active in civic affairs or on the planning committees for local events? Should we aim to place ourselves in the centre of community not just by our community service but in our vocational service as leaders in our own professions and occupations using such skills to mentor; to facilitate; to network and to influence? The Olympic Games demonstrated the value and importance of volunteering but little has been done subsequently to encourage it. Step up to Serve is one such networking initiative but I would invite Rotarians to be at the forefront in encouraging young people to help local charities and organisations, so as to grow the sense of service. Such will restore for some dignity and a sense of worth and provide valuable life skills. There are many ways in which local Rotarians can develop contacts with schools and local youth groups to help nurture in others our vision of peace, truth and mutual respect. We as an organisation have pledged to grow and develop more Rotakids and Interact clubs. The volunteer of the present may become the Rotaractor and Rotarian of the future. I have a great team of district governors. I hope that they and I can represent the interests of every Rotarian and club to promote service, co operation and friendship throughout RIBI. Vision, trust and effective communication will I believe grow and develop our Rotary ideals.

Step Up To Serve is an online database of volunteer opportunities, with a difference. At first glance, it appears to be a lengthy list of prospects for young people to do something worthwhile with their spare time. Look closer and you will see that it is not only charities which are seeking new people. Businesses, faith groups and the education sector are involved too. They are not asking for help, these groups are making pledges. The goal is to double the number of young people involved with voluntary activity by 2020. At the moment, there are 8.4 million young people in the UK and only a third are engaged with youth social action. Step Up To Serve is serving up meaningful opportunities which are easily accessible.

Rotary pledge

Rotary has made a pledge and is working with the founders to explore further opportunities: “Rotary will open the door for young people to revive and rejuvenate communities, at home and overseas, with the formation of 125 new Interact clubs and 300 new Rotakids clubs by 2020.”

Breaking down barriers

Step Up To Serve is breaking down the barriers to volunteering and as it has secured cross party support, this is a plan with a long term vision and not likely to disappear should there be a change of government. View Rotary’s pledge by visiting stepuptoserve.org.uk, selecting Get Involved, Voluntary Organisations and scrolling down the list. Play your part by creating an Interact or Rotakids club in your area. Email youth@ribi.org to make your pledge. Rebecca Warner RIBI Projects Manager

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RI DIRECTOR

Larger is better I write this article having just returned from RI Board meetings and the RI Convention in Sydney. The Sydney Convention was a great success with over 18,000 delegates which was more than the budgeted expectation and all plenary sessions were very well attended.

Mike Webb RI Director 2013-15 There were an enormous number of breakout group options in the afternoons, enough to satisfy the most discerning of Rotarians. The host Rotarians were all very helpful which made for a very relaxed experience in the House of Friendship. I was pleased the Board have made Membership Development and Retention a continuous programme throughout the Rotary world. The future of Rotary in Great Britain and Ireland is in our hands (with acknowledgement to John Kenny for paraphrasing his theme as RI President).

Need to adapt

The age of Rotarians in our zones (37% are 70 or over, 75% are 60 or over) is one of the highest in Rotary worldwide. I heard recently of a 15 member Rotary club where six were not renewing their subscriptions at 1 July and so the remaining nine decided to close the club. Two joined another club

leaving a net loss of 13. It seems very difficult to form clubs but very easy for them to disappear. We must adapt our clubs to appeal to our potential members and I suggest we should consider forming more clubs such as Rotary Club of Pall Mall and others who have adapted. We must ensure that our clubs reflect our communities, meet when is suitable to all in a manner that all the members agree. I encourage you to take part in club visioning to make sure these tenets are met. There has been much debate within RIBI regarding restructuring of districts and I am pleased that in some areas of RIBI districts are grasping the nettle to create larger districts. These will give us a larger choice of future leaders and a reduction in per capita costs for district events such as conference. I have heard some say that larger districts are not practical. At the moment we have 29 districts and 51,000 members, whilst larger areas such as Italy have nine districts and 40,000 members and Germany 17 districts with 52,000 members. Let us look at the way we manage our districts to make them more effective whilst large enough to give extra benefits.

Decisions from the board meetings •Council on Legislation (COL) delegates will be required to take part in online training as well as attending training at Institutes prior to COL

UK = 29 districts 51,000 members Germany = 17 districts 52,000 members

Italy = 9 districts 40,000 members

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We must finish the job Almost three decades ago Rotarians made a choice to give something far more important than money. We chose to give our word – our word that we would eradicate the polio virus and create a future free of the disease. But we haven’t yet kept that word. We haven’t yet made the earth polio free and in the words of Henry Ford, “you can’t build a reputation on what you are going to do.” In Rotary we have been saying for many years that we are going to eliminate polio. It is my hope that there will soon come a time when we will be able to say that we’ve done it. We talk about it, work towards it and raise money for it. Now we are asking fellow Rotarians to do and give more. We recognise that there will be those who feel they have given enough already to the cause of polio eradication and that it is time to move on. To those I say: “If we pause, if we slacken now, if we say ‘almost’ is the same as ‘did’” we risk losing all that we have already given. We risk our own good name and the good name of all the Rotarians who came before us. This is something that we cannot and will not accept. We must continue until we finish the job.

•The regional membership plans will be a continuous programme and not expire on 30 June 2015 as originally conceived •The Board agreed to place the undistricted Rotary Club of Gibraltar into D1120 from 1 July 2014 •Rescinded the decision to provide funding for Expo Milano

John Kenny Chairman, Rotary Foundation Trustees

Child receiving polio vaccine

STROKE ASSOCIATION

Fact File Stroke Association

The Stroke Association is a leading charity in the UK which believes that strokes can and should be prevented. It also helps to change the world for people affected by stroke. It has helped hundreds of thousands of people get through one of the most frightening experiences of their lives and build a life after stroke. Here are some of the facts: Dr James Logan, Phyllida Law and Mukesh Malhotra at the star studded event

Special award Rotarians joined The Stroke Association and a host of celebrities at the Dorchester Hotel in London at the Life after Stroke Awards to receive a Special Recognition Award for Rotary’s Know Your Blood Pressure Day (KYBP). Rotary has worked alongside The Stroke Association for over ten years, running events all over Great Britain and Ireland where members of the public can have their blood pressure taken. The events raise awareness that high blood pressure is the single biggest risk factor in causing strokes. KYBP is one of Rotary’s biggest national events taking place in cities, towns and villages at over 400 locations.

Community Service Committee, who collected the award said: “We are delighted to have received this recognition from The Stroke Association and to celebrate the spirit and determination of those who fight back after a stroke, along with their carers, volunteers, stroke clubs and health professionals who are with them every step of the way.”

Celebrity support

Jon Barrick, Stroke Association Chief Executive commented: “A stroke happens in an instant and often changes lives forever. We believe in life after stroke and are leading a community to change the world for people affected by this devastating condition.” A stroke is a brain attack which happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off, caused by a clot or bleeding in the brain. There are around 152,000 strokes in the UK every year and it is the leading cause of severe adult disability. There are over 1.2 million people in the UK living with the effects of stroke.

The award was presented by Dr James Logan, Senior Lecturer in Disease Control at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and star of Channel 4’s Embarrassing Bodies programme. The awards ceremony was attended by celebrities with a connection to stroke including the BBC’s Andrew Marr and Apprentice stars Lord Alan Sugar and Karren Brady. The Life After Stroke Awards recognise the courage shown by stroke survivors and carers as well as the work and commitment shown by health professionals, groups and supporter organisations. Rotarian Mukesh Malhotra, Stroke Survivor and Chairman of Rotary’s

Changes lives forever

Jacqui Simpson RIBI PR Officer

• Strokes are the second biggest killer

worldwide – 6.2 million deaths a year

• 152,000 strokes per year in the UK

equates to one every 3m 27 seconds

• By the age of 75, 1 in 5 women and 1 in 6 men will have a stroke

• Almost one third of strokes occur in people under 65 years old

• Stroke kills three times as many women as breast cancer

• The economic cost of stroke in the UK is estimated to be £9 billion a year

Blood Pressure Stats

• 15.6 million people in the UK with high blood pressure

• High blood pressure is the

contributing factor to over 53% of strokes

• Ideal blood pressure is 120/80 What Rotary does

• Of 1,100 Know Your Blood Pressure events in 2013, 430 were run by Rotary in Great Britain and Ireland

• 42,500 blood pressures were taken and 15% of people referred to their GP

• The aim for 2015 is to take over 50,000 blood pressures.

For more information on how to help go to Rotary@stroke.org.uk

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ROTARY IN ACTION

Dipping platform being built

Fixing the roof of the foodbank

Community Corps The first ever Rotary Community Corps in Great Britain and Ireland has been chartered in Malmesbury, sponsored by District 1100 eClub. A Rotary Community Corps (RCC) is a group of non Rotarian men and women who share Rotary's commitment to service. Under the guidance of a sponsoring Rotary club, dedicated RCC members put their own skills to work to improve the quality of life in their communities. Rotarian Ray Sanderson, who is leading the Community Corps said: “The idea is to build on Rotary's ability to develop a base of volunteers who can undertake projects that will make a difference in local communities. In Malmesbury, we've set up the group to help with flood defences and to work in partnership with Churches Together to establish a foodbank. We are currently repairing the roof and redecorating the foodbank building and we hope that this pilot group will encourage other Rotary clubs to start more of these volunteer project groups.” There are currently 15 members of the new group and it is hoped that more volunteers will come forward in the long

term when they see the difference that the group is making to the lives of local people. RIBI Immediate Past President, Nan McCreadie said: “Our first ever Community Corps in Malmesbury is a ground breaking move for Rotary in Great Britain and Ireland. These groups are a great way for people to volunteer their time and effort and support Rotary, whilst at the same time finding out more about what we do.” The Rotary Community Corps is an official programme of Rotary International. There are currently more than 7,500 Community Corps in over 80 countries, all making a difference in local communities.

Winning partnership A nature centre in Nottingham has acquired a new pond dipping platform as a result of a business partnership developed by the Rotary Club of Wollaton Park and the Rotary Club of Sherwood Sunrisers. The new platform marks part of Attenborough Nature Centre’s 50th anniversary celebrations and has been purchased and installed in time to allow the bird nesting season to begin without disturbance.

Corporate Social Responsibility The Rotary clubs joined with the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust on a pilot project where the trust agreed to release employees as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility policy to take part. Nottinghamshire County Council provided additional help giving young people with learning disabilities an opportunity to get involved in community work. The hospital staff were required to raise £1,700 to purchase the platform which was achieved through some innovative fund raising. The work included project planning and management, problem solving, new skills training and team building. The Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust oversaw the removal of the old platform and the installation of the new one. The pond dipping platform is an educational facility that is used by local schoolchildren and youth groups to learn about wildlife living in the water. Rotary Club of Wollaton Park Rotary Club of Sherwood Sunrisers

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CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg with the Champions of Change Awards event

Recognising champions Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg spoke of the extraordinary things Rotarians did when he personally thanked 12 individual members for their work. Mr Clegg was speaking on the occasion of the first RIBI Champions of Change Awards presentation at the Scotland Office in Whitehall, by kind permission of the Secretary of State for Scotland. It was a fitting end to the year in office of RIBI’s first female President, Nan McCreadie who revelled in the opportunity to thank some amazing and, until now, unsung Rotarian heroes. It was also a fitting tribute to 100 years of Rotary as Rotary in Great Britain and Ireland, honouring the diverse manner in which members are using their talents and working towards the betterment of others, whether at home or abroad. The 12 awardees, who had been selected from nominations made by District Governors, received their leather framed certificates from the Deputy Prime Minister on the grand staircase of Dover House, before ascending into the reception room, where many took the opportunity to have photographs taken 12

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on the terrace overlooking Horse Guards Parade. Awardees were accompanied by their District Governors and nine of their respective MPs were also in attendance to congratulate them on their achievements.

Altruism and commitment

After Mr Clegg had congratulated each individual awardee, he spoke of the altruism and commitment of the Rotarians saying: “It is the glue that binds us all together. I am grateful to all of you for what you do and wish you luck for the future.” Later he said: “It was an honour to meet them. They have all given so much time, so selflessly and with so much passion to help others and make our

society stronger and fairer. “From Sidcup to Sumatra, Crewkerne to Kenya, they are helping people deal with some of the biggest challenges possible. And, every step of the way, they are inspiring others to get involved and help out.” The event was hosted by the Advocate General for Scotland the Rt Hon Lord Wallace of Tankerness, who said it was important to recognise the contribution of the individuals as well as the commitment and energy of Rotarians in general to enhance the lives of people in local communities and other communities in places less fortunate than our own country. Rotary International Director Mike Webb said he had been asked to pass on sincere greetings from Rotary International President Ron Burton and he offered his own personal congratulations to the awardees. In her last engagement as President, Nan McCreadie spoke of the year’s theme — Engage Rotary, Change Lives. “We do actually change lives and it is appropriate that we honour those who have helped change lives,” she said. In introducing the recipients and there citations.

International Awards David Greenaway, Rotary Club of Didcot David has been visiting Kamuli Mission in Uganda twice a year for the past four years to help with non-medical tasks. As a result of his fundraising efforts he has arranged for education for 11 children and for a pharmacy assistant to complete her training.

The Rev Malcolm Jones, Rotary Club of Longbenton with Killingworth Malcolm founded a unique charity eight years ago when visiting the Holy Land. Practical Compassion for Destitute Children in the Lands of the Bible, cares for the educational and medical needs of 320 destitute children, irrespective of race, background or faith.

Dr Tim Mitchell,

Stephen Sypula, Rotary Club of Stevenage Grange Stephen has been bringing about changes to the lives of around nearly 1,500 people in India and Pakistan, setting up projects to raise funds to provide surgery and eye examinations.

National Awards Jeff Fawcett, Rotary Club of Penrith Jeff has spent the past seven years working for the restoration of an historic garden in his town.

Erik Foster, Rotary Club of Sidcup Erik set up a mentoring team to help youngsters move from school into the workplace and has now produced a booklet to help other clubs.

Rolf Sperr,

Rotary Club of Bristol Dr Tim Mitchell is a regular visitor to Nepal and has set up a variety of projects to improve the living conditions and health there.

Rotary Club of Cleethorpes Rolf has held the majority of posts in his Club as well as being a past DG and is passionate about providing books for pre school youngsters.

Matt Porter,

Tom Stevenson,

Rotary Club of Dublin Central Matt has been the driving force behind a project to improve the living conditions in Rombo, a village in the Kenyan Rift.

Stuart Pullen, Rotary Club of Billingshurst & District Stuart has been a major fundraiser for Children of Sumatra.

Mike Yates, Rotary Club of New Mills, Marple & District Mike has organised and led 19 groups to India for National Immunisation Day events.

Rotary Club of Stranraer Tom has brought new visitors to his town thanks to his work in getting two vital coastal footpaths linked.

David Welch, Rotary Club of Crewkerne District David took over the leadership for the Storm and Flood Relief project earlier this year which devastated the Somerset Levels. Not only did he reorganise an emergency provision centre but he set up a committee to look at the long-term future of the area.

Among the MPs attending was Michael Moore, who was a major player in setting up the event. He, along with everyone who had assisted to make the occasion such a huge success, was thanked by the then President Nan in her closing address.

Champions of Change Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland programme for Champions of Change has been initiated and developed by Rotary International Public Image Coordinator, Herbert Chatters. The project follows the model of the Champions of Change Programme started by President Obama in 2011. The President called for nominations for recognition of citizens doing extraordinary things.

Rigorous selection process

Over the few years it has been running various sectors of service are selected and nominations are requested. The honorees are chosen through a rigorous nomination and selection process. As the write up says, â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Every week we will invite these Champions of Change to the White House to share their ideas to win the future.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The Champions of Change awards are divided into two categories, national and international and based loosely on The Rotary Foundation areas of focus. Recently 12 Rotarians in the US were honoured at the White house Champions of Change Awards for their efforts to improve communities locally and around the world.

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Spotlight on new members The Rotary Club of Bexhill has welcomed another new member. Ben Tomasetti, was born, bred and educated in Bexhill and works in financial services for Hastings Direct, Bexhill’s largest employer, where he is head of product development. Outside of work, Ben and his partner Fiona, enjoy travelling and trekking in the local countryside.

Name: Ben Tomasetti Age: 33 Rotary club: The Rotary Club of Bexhill Occupation: Financial services

ow did you become involved H with Rotary? I was researching opportunities to support the local community online and Rotary kept appearing as a way to help out locally with a social side to boot. What was your first impression? I was overwhelmed with the welcoming culture of the club, the banter and amount of work the club does for the community. What surprised you most? The amount of funds being raised for worthwhile causes and the level of organisation that goes into meetings and events. What do you find most challenging? Remembering everyone’s names and balancing work with a desire to go to every meeting. It is hard to say no to any of the events. When your friends or family find out you are a member what do they say? Most people generaly react by saying: "Are you not a bit too young to be a member of Rotary?" How would someone describe you? Tenacious, enthusiastic, a large collection of very bad jokes and motivational. My partner would add messy too. 14

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What would you say to someone who is thinking of joining? Get involved. If you want to meet great people and do great things, Rotary is the place to be.

What do you wish other people knew about Rotary? How much fun it is, how much it does for the community and how rewarding it is for those involved.

an you talk about some of the C people you have met? I have met some of the most inspirational and remarkable people throughout my time in Rotary who have inspired and changed my life. One person who particularly stands out is Perry Puddefoot. Perry is a police driver who kindly took me under his wing, explained the do’s and don’ts and introduced me to all of the team.

hat is it like to be a member? W I’m loving it and relishing the opportunity to get stuck in. I have already put myself forward for some practice interviews with the local high school and transporting some of the local blind community around.

What are the best and worst things to happen since joining? Best are the speeches provided at the business meetings which have given me great insight on general life issues - particularly diabetes and the air ambulance, both of which were inspirational. The worst was winning the raffle at my very first meeting. Nothing could have been more embarrassing and I then made the awful faux pas of selecting the best prize.

I f you could change one thing about Rotary what would it be? I would like to see more women joining. I personally think that if more women became actively involved, Rotary would become much more diverse and attractive to new members, thereby protecting its future. What do you do when you are not working or volunteering? Trekking, travelling, tasting wine and spending as much time as possible with my family and friends. um up your Rotary club S in three words Rewarding. Rewarding. Rewarding.

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ould you believe that my eye condition originally started at the age of 5 with a pain in my knee? I was diagnosed with Juvenile Chronic Arthritis. One day at school I couldn’t make out what was being written on the board in front of me, I was very scared. I was diagnosed with Uveitis caused by the inflammation from the back of my knee moving to the back of my eye. I was 17 when things got really bad. I was playing football as I still found it in me to compete and play with those who have full sight. It was something I was very proud of. I knew things were not right – I knew it was serious. That was the last time I ever played football in a fully sighted league. In February this year I was plunged in total darkness, I was devastated, it felt so isolated – I didn’t want my friends to feel like they had to be my carer so I hid away at home alone. Fast forward to today. I went on the train to Nottingham by myself! Not by myself exactly – I was with Hudson, my new best friend. Hudson is my guide dog, the reason I am independent again and the reason I am able to be a normal young man having fun with my friends. Amazing people like you have changed my life forever, people I have never even met, people I can never thank enough, have given me Hudson. Just £5 a day pays for an amazing partnership, help light up a life like mine today!

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Great days out Over 25,000 children were taken for a day out on KidsOut day in June by Rotarians throughout Great Britain and Ireland. It is the only time that some of these children will enjoy a fun day out. Some have learning disabilities, others come from deprived homes and some have had to deal with sexual abuse and others domestic violence. KidsOut reaches out to these children to give them a day of fun, happiness and the chance to play and be a child. Working with thousands of volunteers from Rotary clubs, the children had a day out at various centres around the country with 3,000 children visiting Drayton Manor Park in Staffordshire alone. The park has hosted the big KidsOut day for over twenty years and this year was the biggest yet. Other days out organised by Rotarians included visits to Chessington World of Adventure, Aldershot Army Barracks, Longleat, Craibstone in Aberdeen, Barry Island Beach and Pleasure Park, Adventure Island at Southend, Paultons Park, Southampton and Whipsnade Zoo to name a few. Each venue provides a discount for the day. The Rotary Club of Bexhill teamed up with the Rotary Club of Senlac to take a group of children for a day out at

Knockhatch Adventure Park in Hailsham. Meanwhile the Rotary Club of Wylde Green was one of 56 clubs visiting Drayton Manor Park with a group of children from the Wilson Stuart School and Sports College in Birmingham.

A wonderful time

Bexhill Rotarian, Richard Lane said: “The weather was sunny, as were the expressions on the children’s faces and everyone was determined to enjoy themselves. The children had a wonderful time and there was much delight to be had on the Quadpillar ride, Demon Drop Slide, Jumping Pillows and the Run Away Train Simulator.” The Rotary Club of Wylde Green President, Tony Ridge commented: “We have been keen supporters of this annual

event for many years and are pleased to have been able to support 23 young people this year, all of whom had a great day out.” Gordon Moulds, Chief Executive of KidsOut said: "For 25,000 children to go out on just one day in Britain is a major logistical challenge and without all our volunteer support and time we simply couldn't do it.” kidsout.org.uk Jacqui Simpson RIBI PR Officer www.ribi.org | August 2014

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Determined Sir Emeka Offor speaking at Sydney Convention

$1 million gift Nigerian business leader and philanthropist Sir Emeka Offor announced a US$1 million gift to The Rotary Foundation for polio eradication efforts at the Rotary Convention in Sydney. His contributions to Rotary's campaign now totals more than US$3.1 million. He told attendees that his commitment to ending polio is a personal one. "Scores of my friends and classmates fell victim to this dreaded disease," said Offor, a member of the Rotary Club of Awka GRA. "As a young man I vowed that I would someday do something significant to end polio in Nigeria. "The Nigerian government, now supported by the international community, is doing all that it can to eliminate the widespread violence, abductions and terrorism. Peace would facilitate polio eradication, but we cannot sit by and wait until that time comes. We must do what we can to find ways to end polio now."

Surprise of a lifetime

On his way to Sydney, Offor stopped off in London to attend an End Polio Now celebration held by District 1130. He was introduced to Gautam Lewis, Anne Wafula Strike, and Manoj Soma, all polio survivors, who told him their stories of overcoming their disabilities. Impressed and moved by what he heard, he asked them to join him in Sydney for the Rotary Convention. Within 12 hours, all three were on a plane bound for the Harbour City. Lewis commented: "For Sir Emeka, actions speak louder than words. He delivers on what he says and his commitment to polio eradication is demonstrated by bringing us here and his announcement of the gift to Rotary.â&#x20AC;?

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Sitting down talking with Ade Adepitan is a pleasure since he is always smiling and cheerful and has a completely pleasant manner about him. However, as you begin to dig deeper there is a realisation that Ade must have a steely determination and dedication when his achievements are considered. Ade Adepitan is a polio survivor having contracted polio at age six months in Lagos where his parents were teachers. When he was aged three the family decided to move to the UK to enable Ade to have a better chance in life. His parents settled in Plaistow and for two years had to pay for Adeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s medical requirements working at three jobs to pay the bills. Ade was home schooled until the age of six and then after a lot of consultations with the local authority went to a mainstream school. His mates at school played football a lot and Ade wanted to play as well but a child with calipers on his legs would obviously not make a good footballer, or so they thought. Ade nagged them until he was allowed to play in goal. Here was his chance to prove his mates wrong and show the rest of the school that he was as able and good as they were. He saved goals and played football well, not allowing his calipers to limit his ability to play a full part in the games.

Change in perception

Attitudes toward Ade in his school changed. He explained that he thought they were idiots to treat him differently, but after his performances at football, perceptions of him changed and he earned the respect of his peers, which must have been a real turning point in his life. He remembers vividly that happening when he was just six. When he was thirteen he witnessed wheelchair basketball and this was probably the biggest change to his life. He was immediately hooked. Ade told me that he was a small child and when he saw the wheelchair basketball players their biceps were bigger than his waist. So it was down to training and this is where his sheer determination came in. He trained for several hours every day to improve his strength and was recognised as a possible for the Great Britain Wheelchair Basketball Team whilst playing for Newham Rollers, his home team. His parents were

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concerned that he was focusing all his time and energy into wheelchair basketball rather than getting a proper job like being a doctor or an accountant.

Dream come true

He was spotted by a Spanish team and spent time in Spain where he learnt the language which helped him with some of his recent documentaries. His dream came true when he was selected for the Great Britain Paralympics Wheelchair Basketball Team for Sydney 2000, but just missed out on a bronze medal. It was in Sydney he met Clare Balding, not realising that years later he would be working with her as a television presenter.

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In 2004, Ade and the team won a bronze medal at the Paralympics in Athens and in 2005 he received an MBE for his services to promoting sport for the disabled. He told me it was the proudest moment of his parents’ life to go with him to Buckingham Palace to receive his MBE from the Queen. We spoke about his work presenting the Paralympics with Clare Balding on Channel 4 for which they received a BAFTA. We also discussed his return to Nigeria to make the documentary, Journey of My

Lifetime and seeing for himself what life for him would have been like living with polio in that country. During the making of the programme, the crew had to wait for permission to fly to Kano to film safely in Boko Haram territory. He said it was pretty scary and as they arrived back in the UK they heard that aid workers had been killed exactly where they had been filming a few days before.

Charity work

Alongside his TV work Ade is patron for a number of charities that help young disabled children and is currently trying to get a form of disabled soccer called parasoccer recognised as a paralympic sport. He wants to get disabled children sponsored to come to the UK for training to try and give them the opportunities he had. He was delighted to have been invited to speak at the Rotary convention in Sydney where he rekindled the memories of his first paralympic games. Ade Adepitan is a wonderful example of someone who has overcome a disability with sheer determination and is a great polio ambassador. Allan Berry Editor

The Trustees of the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International hosted a reception at the House of Commons sponsored by Virendra Sharma MP, to celebrate the polio free certification of India and the South East Asia Region. Guests included Secretary of State The Rt Hon Justine Greening and various politicians, diplomats and representatives from the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.

Tribute

A world without polio is now ‘tantalisingly’ close Justine Greening told guests. She said: “I know many of you have played an invaluable role in the fight against polio and the incredible achievements in India and South East Asia. I particularly want to pay tribute to the frontline polio workers all over the world who work tirelessly to bring lifesaving vaccinations to millions of children each year. “I would also like to pay tribute to Rotary for all that they have done in the fight against polio, mobilising US$1.2 billion for polio eradication in the last 25 years and countless hours of volunteer service. Without your leadership we could not have got so far.” With representatives from India, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Indonesia, along with polio campaigners and global health bodies, Ms Greening was able to speak directly to those who alongside the UK, can help make a world without polio a reality.

Judith Diment Chair Rotary International Polio Eradication Advocacy Task Force

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Parties, plenaries and pledges, the Rotary International Convention had all the fun of the fair. It began with a $100 million contribution to the polio eradication campaign and ended with the 10 Tenors raising the roof of the Allphones Arena as 20,000 Rotarians from 150 countries celebrated an organisation dedicated to humanitarian service. Rotarians set new world records on Sydney Harbour Bridge, walked 3km to help end polio, dressed in national costume, and others dressed in Vegemite and Kangaroo costumes. They sailed tall ships, enjoyed a Sydney Opera House concert, they rocked to Human Nature’s Motown and the Ten Tenors, Frankie Valley renditions in concert with the queen of Australian musicals Marina Prior. Africans and Scots walked arm-in-arm from the House of Friendship to the plenary sessions, Japanese and Indians watched the Olympic Cauldron relit, Italians and Americans made new friends, English and Brazilians were reacquainted with old friends. There were ribbons for Rotarians, club presidents, past Presidents, District Governors nominee, elect and past, Paul Harris Fellows, Paul Harris Society members, Past Rotary International Presidents, and even a ribbon for nobodies who just liked ribbons.

$100 million for polio

The 2014 Rotary International Convention had all the fun of the fair, but the real business took place in the plenary sessions beginning with the $100 million contribution to the polio campaign by Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott. Rotary International President Ron Burton spoke passionately about Rotary's inability to get a fair return on its monetary investments into Youth Exchange, RYLA, Rotaract and Interact. “I would submit to you that we fail to adequately capitalise on our investment to those programmes.” It is our own fault. We need to start treating our new generations as family and welcome them all into Rotary before we lose them. The bottom line is that Rotary's future – its very survival – is up to us.” Among the highlights of the six plenary sessions over the four days of the Convention was Jack Sim, founder of the World Toilet Organisation and the World Toilet College, Nigerian-born British Paralympian and polio survivor Ade Adepitan. The head of the polio eradication program at the World Health Organisation Dr Bruce Aylward, and Mwila Chigaga, a former peace fellow from the Rotary Peace Center at Duke University and gender specialist for African Regions at the International Labour Organisation, Convention goers summed the experience up with phrases like, “Australian people are hospitable and welcoming,” and “it left us hopefully wanting to do more for humanity.” All of which means it was a great success.

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G'day from Sydney Rotarians from all over the world gathered in Sydney to celebrate the 105th Rotary International Convention with RI President Ron Burton and Jetta. Prior to the convention there was the End Polio Now - Make History Today 3km Walk where thousands of delegates joined together to raise funds for our Polio Eradication Initiative, The Rotary in Great Britain and Ireland Lunch was a huge success and was attended by over a hundred delegates and guests, 2013/14 President Nan and her husband Denis wanted a relaxed affair with no official speeches and the comments received since have confirmed that we met Nanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes. Two world records were broken at the convention on the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge. First, the record for the number of Bridge Climbers on the bridge at one time was broken. Each person climbing

the bridge had a national flag which broke the second world record for the most flags flown from this iconic landmark. The venue for the convention was the Sydney Olympic Park which had superb facilities, from the enormous Billabong that housed the House of Friendship, to the All Phones Arena where all the plenary sessions were held. A nice touch was the lighting of the Olympic Flame to honour all Rotarians who volunteered at the Olympics. There was an array of world class speakers, particularly impressive were the youth speakers and our own Ade Adepitan who spoke about living with polio. We were welcomed by the Prime Minister of Australia, Tony Abbott and by the Premier of New South Wales, Mike Baird. The concert held in the Sydney Opera House was fantastic, the Sydney Symphony Orchestra played a selection of popular

classical pieces, many people commented on how special this event was in such an iconic building. The big bonuses were the free transport for seven days and the free Sydney Vivid Light Show which took place each evening, projecting moving images onto the buildings around Sydney Harbour, including the Opera House. It is very hard to put into words the atmosphere one experiences at events such as this, the new friendships made and old friendships rekindled. It was an honour to be part of the convention and my final thanks must go to the Australian Rotarians who helped to make this one of the best conventions ever. David Ellis Rotary International Convention Promotion Committee 2014

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YOUTH COMPETITIONS

Make it snappy! Rotary is pleased to announce the winners of the RIBI Young Photographer competition 2014. The competition aims to encourage young people to experiment with different techniques and express their ideas through the medium of photography. Sponsored by their local Rotary clubs, thousands of young people from all over Great Britain and Ireland took part by submitting photographs on the theme of People. The winning photographs were selected by a panel of judges from Reigate Photographic Society and East Grinstead Photographic Club who assessed the entries on clarity, image, interpretation and technical application. RIBI Immediate Past President, Nan McCreadie said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hundreds of youngsters entered the competition this year and the standard has been exceptionally high. The images include many different

SENIOR WINNER

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interpretations of the People theme and made great use of both black and white and colour photography.â&#x20AC;? RIBI Young Photographer is one of many activities which Rotary runs to help young people develop their skills. These include RIBI Young Chef, RIBI Young Musician, RIBI Young Writer and RIBI Youth Speaks .

INTERMEDIATE WINNER Theo Youds, Rotary Club of Andover

JUNIOR WINNER

Alexander McCormick, Rotary Club of Kirkcudbright

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INTERACT

Pedal power In April 2014, seven crew members of the Sidmouth Lifeboat undertook a sponsored cycle ride project around the UK raising over £17,000 to buy a new back up boat for Sidmouth Lifeboat. The project was prompted by President Judith Stephens of the Rotary Club of Sid Valley, assisted by the fact that two of the clubs’ members are actively involved with the lifeboat.

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Interactors with RIBI General Secretary outside the ICC in Birmingham

An Interactive experience dirty water had been poured through the system, Amanda took a sip to demonstrate to the cameras that it is perfectly safe to drink, despite its somewhat unpalatable appearance.

A fantastic experience

Sam Holmes, Georgia Sale, Estelle Ball and Chris Clarke

Interactors from King Edwards Five Ways School participated in a PR event at the RIBI Annual Conference taking part in a demonstration of water filtration kits. Members of the public and local media turned up in Birmingham’s Centenary Square to see the mock disaster relief zone which was set up with ShelterBox tents, pots and pans and other items, in order that members of the public could see how their money donated to the Philippines was spent. Sporting their yellow We’re for Communities shirts, Interactors Sam Holmes, Georgia Sale, Estelle Ball and Chris Clarke helped RIBI General Secretary, Amanda Watkin in demonstrating to the local TV station how water filtration kits work in areas of disaster. After the 26

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Commenting on the day, Estelle said: “It was a fantastic experience and I enjoyed every minute of it. Not only did we get the opportunity to help out with a worthwhile cause, but we got to meet some interesting people from the world of Rotary.” Georgia commented: “The atmosphere was wonderful, and I really enjoyed giving the demonstrations on how the water filtration systems worked and watching how easily filthy water can be made clean.” Chris said: “I particularly enjoyed the day and was amazed that something with as much detail as one of these systems could be so easy to use.” Stuart Guy of the Rotary Club of Birmingham, who accompanied the Interactors said: “Attending this event has been a real eye opening experience. Meeting people from all the communities of Rotary has given me more ideas for the future of the club.” The Interact Club was chartered in April 2013 and there are around 20 members. Since then they have collected Bikes4Africa and raised around £3,700 by doing the West Bromwich Foundation Penalty Shoot Out and a sponsored bike ride. Jacqui Simpson RIBI PR Officer

Business sponsors for each day of the journey were found and the Rotary Club of Otter Valley provided back up vehicles, fuel, clothing and cycle spares whilst the local East Devon Rotary Grand Draw was used to attract individual sponsors. Rotary clubs along the route assisted with overnight accommodation and hospitality which greatly helped the success of the project.

Warm welcome

One of the riders said: “The thing that stood out above all was the warm welcome and kindness shown by Rotarians we met along the way. Particular thanks goes to the hosts of our accommodation who took us to their homes or sometimes to a club dinner where we were provided with a warm shower, a lovely meal and great company while our washing was being done.” The new lifeboat has now been purchased and is in service. Rotary Club of Sid Valley

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The top two reasons people join Rotary are to give back to their communities and to connect with like-minded leaders and friends. Our members stay with Rotary year after year for the same reasons. What motivated you to join Rotary? What have you set out to accomplish with your club and as a Rotarian?

Haiti

The Rotary Club of Tallahassee Sunset, Fla., USA, partnered with the Rotary Club of Portau-Prince/Champ de Mars, Haiti, in August 2013, to deliver 60 water ﬁltration systems to Dumay. The team helped develop and train a community water council composed of local leaders to promote the use of the ﬁlters and provide education on water, sanitation, and hygiene. Total volunteer hours: 700 Number of volunteers: 28 Total cash contributions: US$800 Total in-kind contributions: US$2,800

OUR COLLECTIVE IMPACT

Rotary connects leaders from all cultures and occupations who want to use their distinct expertise for good. People whose sense of responsibility inspires them to give back to their communities. Who step forward to tackle the toughest challenges — and persevere to create lasting change in communities around the world. Together, we empower youth, improve health, promote peace, and advance our communities in all corners of the globe. With 1.2 million members worldwide, our global community’s impact has never been greater — and it continues to grow. When Rotarians come together and commit to a cause, like our PolioPlus initiative, the magnitude of our impact is clear. And with the ongoing support of Rotarians like you, we will continue the fight to End Polio Now. You joined Rotary because you want to make a difference. Because you believe in our motto: Service Above Self. Because you’re committed to integrity and making change happen, and because the areas that we focus on are important to you.

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Since 2009, the Rotary Club of Beau Bassin-Rose Hill has held a two-year adult literacy program to benefit the community of Mont Roches and the surrounding area. Nineteen students graduated from the most recent course, in December 2013.

of Bacolod West, Philippines, and Maroubra, Australia, partnered to provide a daily lunch to 50 children attending Kabugwason Elementary School in Bacolod City. The project aimed to improve studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; health and well-being by addressing their nutritional needs.

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become interested in science and technology, the Rotary Club of Westminster East and the Rotaract Club of Westminster partnered on a model-boat building project at Churchill Gardens Primary School. Thirty-four students spent two afternoons making the boats, then sailed them on a pond in Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hyde Park.

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Rotary Club of Bowral-Mittagong has staged an annual DreamCricket festival in Bowral, the childhood home of cricketer and national sports icon Don Bradman. Hundreds of children with special needs, along with Rotarians and community volunteers, participate in the cricket-related activities. The idea has spread to clubs and districts all over Australia, India, and Sri Lanka.

Basic education and literacy

Economic and community development

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When you get involved, it’s not just your community, club, and projects that benefit — you benefit, too. As an active Rotarian, you’ll develop skills like public speaking, project management, and event planning. You’ll meet interesting people from your community and from around the world. You’ll tackle local issues that are important to you and your fellow club members. You’ll feel the shared sense of purpose that comes from working together to better your community. When it comes to being an active Rotarian, the opportunities are endless. Here are some ways to get involved.

START LOCAL AND HELP YOUR COMMUNITY Volunteer to help with your club’s signature service project. Get involved with one of the programs sponsored by your club. Identify a need in your community and design a hands-on project that addresses it. Collaborate with other clubs in your area, including Interact and Rotaract clubs, on a joint service project or event.

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Share your ideas about how to achieve club and project goals with club leaders, and take the lead on carrying them out. Your suggestions could become the next big initiative in your community.

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ONLINE Update your Rotary profile at www.rotary.org to receive information tailored to your interests and connect with members who share those interests. Use your Rotary profile to connect with club leaders and get the information you need to participate in projects and your community. Discover inspiring stories of fellow Rotarians at Rotary Voices, the official Rotarian blog. Learn about service projects worldwide at Rotary Showcase and put your club’s projects on display, too.

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Go to meetings at other Rotary clubs anywhere in the world to find international service partners and form new friendships.

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Learn about another culture. Spend time abroad in a Rotarian’s home through a Rotary Friendship Exchange.

OFFLINE AND IN-PERSON You don’t have to use a computer to make a connection. Outside of your club meetings, there are lots of opportunities to meet with other Rotarians in person. Here are a number of ways to get started. Make Rotary a family affair. Explore Interact, RYLA, and Rotary Youth Exchange opportunities for your kids and invite your spouse to your club’s meetings. Attend the RI Convention. Meet and celebrate with other members from around the world and learn how to expand our impact.

Join a Rotary Fellowship or Rotarian Action Group. Meet other members who share your interests and passions.

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BEYOND CLUBS — THE ROTARY FAMILY Rotary is made up of more than just our clubs. Service can start at any age, so we offer programs for teenagers and young adults who want to discover new cultures, develop leadership skills, and give back. We also provide opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds who want to help in their communities. Through clubs like yours, Rotarians organize and sponsor all of the following. Interact is a leadership program sponsored by Rotary clubs for anyone ages 12-18. With more than 16,740 Interact clubs in 151 countries, Rotary is inspiring the next generation of socially responsible and globally conscious leaders. Rotaract is organized by Rotary clubs to promote leadership, professional development, and service among adults ages 18-30. With more than 6,880 clubs in 166 countries, Rotaract members are helping to lead change in communities around the globe. Rotary Community Corps (RCCs) are groups of non-Rotarians who work with Rotary to improve their communities through a variety of service projects. There are more than 7,900 RCCs in 85 countries, all organized and sponsored by Rotary clubs. Rotary Youth Exchange offers students ages 15-19 the chance to travel abroad for cultural exchanges. More than 8,000 students participate in this immersive program every year. Through these experiences, which last from a week to a full academic year, students learn about new cultures, gain an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and foster global understanding. Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is Rotary’s leadership training program for teens and young adults that emphasizes social responsibility, global citizenship, and personal development. Rotary Peace Fellowships offer students the opportunity to earn advanced degrees or professional certificates from universities that host Rotary Peace Centers. Rotary Peace Fellows focus on international studies and conflict resolution so they can advance their careers as promoters of peace.

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Thelma Pacsoo Inner Wheel Association President 2014/15

What is past is prologue The Fellowship of Rotarian doctors makes a huge difference to the lives of others

Calling all health professionals There are probably over 2,000 Rotarian health professionals in RIBI who have the skill, time and talent to make a huge difference to other people’s lives. Whilst some are involved in worthwhile projects, many more are not. For some, issues relating to registration, licensing and legal protection are insurmountable, whilst others are frustrated that their wisdom and experience is being wasted. In many countries a retired doctor is respected and sought after for advice, teaching, training and clinical help. In these countries Rotary opens doors to service for its medical members and health professionals.

New members required

The Fellowship of Rotarian Doctors is a worldwide fellowship with members in over 47 countries and is open to all health professionals in the family of Rotary, not just doctors. We are a global club that seeks to extend our vocation and create lasting friendships with fellow professionals around the world. In Great Britain and Ireland we have 31 members but at a recent meeting there was a feeling that the fellowship needs reviving by inviting new members. Recently we have undertaken work on a remote island in Lake Victoria and are currently preparing to launch a two year project to offer a helping hand to the Albino community in Tanzania. One member who accepted a mission to the Navajo Indian Nation in Northern Arizona said: “I know I have made a huge difference medically and I was able to do it without worrying about reimbursement from insurance companies and other issues.

Endless opportunities

Another member has implemented a training programme in India to lower maternal mortality. We are currently looking into running a pilot study to offer health screen checks to pre school children and developing a protocol for management of accident victims. There are endless opportunities for Rotary health professionals to bring their vocation into service - we are only limited by numbers. I urge anyone with a health background to join this fellowship. Together we can make a real difference to the lives of some of the most disadvantaged people in the world.

John Philip Chairman, International Fellowship of Rotarian Doctors

Sharing expertise in developing countries

Light the Path is this year’s International Inner Wheel theme and may our journey lead us to wider horizons. ‘What is Past is Prologue’ is a quote from The Tempest which demonstrates how history sets the context for the present, giving us the opportunities of today that take us forward into the future. That premise still holds true today for both Inner Wheel and Rotary as we look to evaluate the ever changing demands of today, evolving to be fit for purpose and revolutionising when the need arises. Back in 1930, Paul Harris spoke of the ‘blighting effects of precedent in a changing world’. Rapid advancement in technology, the pace of modern life and the necessity for time management challenges us all to think outside the box so that we can carry forward the positives and maintain the ethos by which we stand.

Working together

The challenge of membership issues and how we are perceived by others was discussed at a joint meeting of RIBI and Inner Wheel Association. Both organisations are in a similar situation and a reciprocal link between our two websites is being created, the logistics of back to back conferences investigated and the feasibility of a joint project pursued. Working together in friendship to achieve more. We are encouraged that Inner Wheel is recognised as part of the Rotary family, with many clubs and districts working side by side serving our communities. Long may it be so. On behalf of Inner Wheel in Great Britain and Ireland, it is my pleasure to proffer the hand of friendship and cooperation to President Peter King and wishing all of you great success in all your endeavours.

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Communities Catching up with Rotary clubs around Great Britain and Ireland

District 1040

Silence in court

The Assize Courts came to Leeds in 1864 but the original Victorian courtroom has lain silent since new courts were built in 1993. The idea of staging Gilbert and Sullivan’s satirical operetta Trial By Jury in the court room to raise money for Leeds Foodbanks came from the Rotary Club of Headingley who sponsored the event. Leeds Gilbert and Sullivan Society edited the score for four strings and keyboard and staged a fully costumed production twice on the same night. The Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor Tom Murray, spoke at the reception and attended the gala performance. This event was a sell out and nearly £2,000 was raised for Foodbanks in Leeds.

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District 1080

Have a go Heather

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One morning In June, Rotarian Heather Babb and another collector were out in Diss town centre collecting for ShelterBox when a young man came along and disappeared into the tent. Heather followed him and the man, who smelt of alcohol questioned the correctness of the collection. He asked for the charity number and then tried to wrestle the collecting bucket away from her. Heather gripped the bucket tightly and hung on for dear life, trapping her finger between the handle and the rim until eventually the man ran off. Heather believes the presence of another collector may have been a deterrent, but is concerned that if she had been on her own she might not have been be so lucky. Heather said: “What worries me is that if I had been on my own, the outcome may have been different.”.

The Rotary eClub of East Anglia completed its road to formation with a tripartite chartering online using locations in Norwich, Diss and Whittlesey. The club has 33 members and most of these were at one of the three venues when their induction was carried out. Three members logged in and were inducted online, one travelling in Europe and another, who lives in Beijing and transferred from the Norwich club. Despite its novel aspects, the ceremony had a programme that would be familiar to all Rotarians When it came to the greetings they entered a true virtual meeting with messages from Rotarians in Switzerland, China and from a car near Cheltenham. The event also linked up with the President of the Rotary eClub in New Zealand, now living in France. The club has found that it retains members who would otherwise leave Rotary due to the challenges on their time, money or convenience. District 1080’s new Rotarians have now to get together to formulate their plans for projects to help make a difference to their global community.

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Mike Dwyer, Elizabeth Bath, Hayley Wilson and Maurice Patterson MBE

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Helping in Beirut

Young enterprise scheme

District 1100

Team shines at Young Enterprise

Ron Stagg of the Rotary Club of Bristol volunteered to be a Young Enterprise Business Advisor after attending a presentation. He chose to work at Fairfield High School which is on the edge of inner city Bristol with students from over 70 nationalities. The students from Year 10 devised two unique sauces based on a traditional Somalian Shidnu recipe and were rewarded by winning three of the nine titles at the West of England Young Enterprise Final: Best Bristol School, Best Business Advisor and overall Top Company Programme. Ron said: “The team overcame many difficulties that would have defeated other young people. I am looking forward to them being at the South West Final when they will come up against winners from Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Gloucester and Wiltshire.”

The Rotary Club of Bideford Bridge has successfully completed a special project in response to the Syrian humanitarian refugee crisis. Through a Rotarian’s business contact in Beirut where so many dispossessed Syrians have taken refuge, introduction was made to The Rotaract Club of Beirut. Rotaract then provided the vital link between Popular Aid for Relief and Development (PARD) and the Rotary Club of Bideford Bridge. The Rotarians then paid a direct grant to PARD, an established organisation which is experienced in the distribution of aid throughout Lebanon. They were able to provide urgently needed medical and hygiene facilities to the refugees in Beirut, where so many have sought shelter. PARD then issued coupons specifying a value and specific purpose. Bideford Bridge is pleased to have been able to work with Rotaract and PARD to get aid to where it is needed on the ground. For further info contact robertdwalker@btinternet.com.

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Borderland Bike Challenge

Despite extensive rain and mud, the Rotary Club of Oswestry Borderland held their 21st Borderland Bike Challenge, a 22 mile mountain bike ride through the Berwyn Mountains on the

Welsh borders. Event Organiser, Jonathan Jones said: “Many thanks to everyone who took part and to the farmers and landowners in the Berwyn Mountains for allowing us to run the event across sections of their land which are not normally open to the public.” The challenge has grown in popularity over the 21 years it has been running and has already raised over £110,000 for good causes. More than 100 riders took part this year raising over £5,000 for the Midlands and Wales Air Ambulances.

District 1190

Hayley on a mission

A Bournemouth schoolgirl is on her way to Malawi to work with orphaned children after winning the Peter Bath Award. The award is granted annually by the Rotary Club of Bournemouth in memory of Peter Bath MBE. Hayley Wilson aged 18 is the second recipient of the £1,000 grant which recognises the contribution made by Peter Bath to the club, local community and communities worldwide. Sixth form pupils apply for the award by submitting details of a project to benefit the Butterfly Lodge in Malawi, including timescales, costs and resources. Butterfly Lodge is a unique community space that brings together Malawians and volunteers, who give their time in return for low cost accommodation and food. During her stay, Hayley will work with children at Gulugufe Nursery School on an art project to brighten the school and www.ribi.org | August 2014

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classrooms, taking all the materials with her from England. The school provides preschool education to local children aged between two and six years, many of whom are under nourished. They are given a bowl of porridge when they arrive each day and for some it is the only meal they will have.

District 1220

Classic car and bike show

Local charities are set to benefit from the ever popular Classic Car and Bike Show which has taken place once again at Renishaw Hall, near Chesterfield. Hundreds of classic cars and bikes turned out for the annual rally which raises thousands of pounds for local charities and is attended by enthusiasts from all over the region bringing classic cars and bikes from all eras. Organised each year by the Rotary Club of Chesterfield, the local charities to benefit are Weston Park Hospital Cancer Charity, Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice and Chesterfield’s Ashgate Hospice. Organiser, Stuart Bradley said: "Renishaw Hall is the perfect venue for this charitable event which we have run successfully for several years in support of these important local charities." There was musical entertainment from Direction Theatre Arts, a variety of stalls and amusements, plus refreshments and a bar. The main sponsor of the event is Autoworld, one of the leading New and 30

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Used Car dealerships in Derbyshire and the Midlands.

District 1230

Competition heats up

The Rotary Club of Loudoun recently held their annual cookery competition at Loudoun Academy. Thirty third year students took part and all prepared a main course of chilli and either a starter or sweet. The club donated £250 towards the cost of the ingredients. The cooking was of an outstanding quality making it very difficult for the judges to select the winners. Presenting the prizes President Jim Duffy commented: “The standard was very high this year. We would like to thank all the participants and the Academy staff who helped with the competition.”

District 1240

Giving a break to young carers

The Rotary Club of Thurrock Gateway presented a cheque for £1,000 to the Sunshine Centre in Tilbury. The centre provides respite care to over thirty young carers, some as young as four and up to eight years old. These young people are caring for a sibling with disabilities and sometimes their parents who may have drug issues, alcohol abuse or possibly mental health problems. The Sunshine

Centre runs groups twice a week and had run out of funds to transport the children to the centre. The Rotary Club of Thurrock Gateway gave the Sunshine Centre enough money to carry on until October of this year. Sian Owen, in charge of the centre said,” We are delighted we now have enough funds to carry on this work because these children need a break to come and play and be themselves for a while and do the things ordinary young children do.”

District 1260

Sewing the future

WORKAID recently made an appeal for manual sewing machines to meet a growing demand from partnership organisations in East Africa. The provision of sewing machines helps women become self reliant allowing them to feed and educate their children as well as helping to develop local economies. Rotarians locally and further afield have responded by delivering 14 sewing machines to WORKAID in Chesham and hope that more might become available as members look through their attics and cupboards. President of the Rotary Club of Amersham, Roger Wyborn presented two Singer machines to WORKAID General Manager, John Fox and Volunteer, Maggie Smith. If you have any unused manual or electric sewing or knitting machines in your attic, shed or cupboard, please contact WORKAID directly on 01494 775220 or email admin@workaid.org. They will then make arrangements to collect the machines from anywhere in Great Britain and Ireland

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Enriching lives through music

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District 1270

Music to our ears

The Rotary Club of Humberside has made the first of its bursary presentations to seven pupils from schools and colleges in Hull. The club joined with the Hull Music Service to give financial backing to pupils who have shown promising musical talent but need a helping hand with their tuition. Money for the bursary scheme has been raised through sponsorship from several businesses and charitable trusts in the local area and from a concert at Hull City Hall last October. A total of £12,000 has been raised so far and further fundraising concerts are to be held in future in order to present bursaries every year. The bursaries worth up to £1,000 will be available to the recipients during the time they are at secondary school. George Tarbotton, Chairman of the club’s Major Events Committee said they had been impressed by the music service which aims to enrich and enhance the

lives of children and the community by supporting and developing education through music. The project is very much in keeping with our Youth Services theme in supporting the development of young people. Each bursary will run for five years subject to satisfactory progress by the pupils.

Race entry fees and local business sponsorship succeeded in raising over £1,200 which will be divided equally between Cornwall Hospice Care, BF Adventure, a local charity trying to help disaffected youngsters through outdoor activities and a donation to End Polio Now.

District 1290

Stars out for Enys 10k Run

Over 100 runners turned out for this year’s Enys 10k Run organised by The Rotary Club of Penryn. Amongst them were Great British Triathlete Mike Birchmore and Long Distance Runner, Emma Stepto. Now in its fourth year, the run starts and finishes in the grounds of Enys Manor and circuits the estate. Club President, Derek Goodridge said: “We are extremely grateful for the assistance given with the event by neighbouring Falmouth and Redruth Rotary clubs. We also rope in friends, family, neighbours and two cadet corps to make it a real community event.”

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Stevan Popovich

Serbia support

Making a difference through sustainable livelihoods

My time in Nicaragua Clare Wood of the Rotary Club of Southsea Castle, spent three months at the beginning of this year working for the Department of International Development’s International Citizen Service programme with Raleigh International in Nicaragua. Working as a team leader, she stayed in an agricultural rural community in the north of the country which depends on water access for livestock and growing food. Long distances are travelled to collect water but many wells have fallen into disrepair. Most of the men work in agriculture and the women stay at home with the children. Clare worked alongside a Nicaraguan counterpart to train, coach and lead a team of ten volunteers in the development of sustainable livelihoods. She lived with a host family in basic mud hut style accommodation with latrines for toilets, a bucket for a shower and lots of spiders and scorpions. Working days were long with hardly any time off for the entire three months and temperatures reached the mid thirties most days.

Sustainable living

Working with The Institute for the Promotion of Human Rights, Clare helped deliver a project on water, sanitation, development of natural resources and sustainable living. Sustainability of community development is critical so there was a lot of training to be done. A water committee was developed along with a family health and education and youth group. Improving the water wells, building shower rooms and laundry facilities was the top priority and better cooking facilities 32

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Clare Wood in Nicaragua

and allotments were created. Clare’s team prepared the soil, cultivated the land and sowed vegetable seeds to encourage self sufficiency and provide economic opportunities. A space for 8,000 tree saplings to be grown was created in order to improve the water table in the area which has dropped dramatically due to deforestation. Clare said: “My time in Nicaragua was challenging, exhausting and hugely rewarding. I learnt a lot about the culture and the impact of poverty on ordinary people every day. It never ceases to amaze me how much we take for granted in the developed world. Not having running water accessible in my home in the UK would be unthinkable and yet in Nicaragua they are grateful for each drop of unclean water they get. I am pleased I made a sustainable difference to the lives of the people.”

Following the floods which struck the Balkans and an appeal to local Rotary clubs for assistance, the Rotary Club of Surbiton organised a consignment of much needed Water Survival Boxes (WSBs) to Serbia. On hearing of the disaster, Stevan Popovich got in touch with his Serbian contacts in the Rotary Club of Belgrade, who confirmed that water purification devices were much needed by the displaced population in Serbia and beyond. One week later and with support from the Rotary Club of Chelwood Bridge, who are involved in the Worldwaterworks project, a consignment of 240 WSBs was despatched to the affected area. The consignment travelled on a Serbian Red Cross vehicle along with other humanitarian aid from Great Britain and Ireland.

Unique strengths

Stevan Popovich said: “When the cargo arrived, the Rotary Club of BelgradeVracar provided necessary assistance and logistical support to the Red Cross in distributing the WSBs. We would be very grateful to receive donations towards further WSBs in order to help more victims of disaster in future.” RIBI Immediate Past President, Nan McCreadie said: “This is an excellent example of one of Rotary’s unique strengths. Rotary clubs can work in partnership with other clubs anywhere in the world to quickly assess situations and get aid to where it is needed as quickly as possible.” Jacqui Simpson RIBI PR Officer

Collectors required Rotarians across Rotary in Great Britain and Ireland are gearing up for BBC Children in Need on Friday November 14. This year Rotarians are aiming to break their previous fund raising record. For the last 24 years the Rotary Club of Misbourne Mattins ha been collecting at London Heathrow they have raised over £400,000. In recent years they have collected at Terminal 5 and this year Terminal 2 is being added to their collection points. To meet that added demand the club have drafted in the Rotary Club of Marlow Thames to give them a bit of organisational help. The BBC helps as well since they supply the Pudsey Bear costume to raise awareness and attract donations. Not only are the Rotarians allowed to collect in departure and arrival areas of the terminals they are allowed airside after security to collect from passengers just before boarding. Leighton Nowell from the Rotary Club of Misbourne Mattins has taken part in the collections from the outset of the project, he commented: “We are going all out this year, our 25th to break our previous record. It is great fun seeing the kids go up to Pudsey and if they enjoy themselves we enjoy the day.” Rotary and BBC Children in Need is helping to fund 2,500 projects in communities across the country.

Pudsey makes an impression with children

Over 150 Rotary collectors from 25 clubs in the south east of England are required for the two terminals. Start time is 6.00am and it is wrapped up at 8.00pm. If you feel you would like to help and would like to know more go to rotarycin.co.uk for details.

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Playlist for life

The power of music The current building is an old colonial house with sweeping gardens, overlooking the harbour

Helping in St Lucia Brian Newman from the Rotary Club of Brecon has been working with Dunnottar School in St Lucia. As a volunteer teacher he helps out in various classes where he carries out one to one support with the children. The school caters for children and young adults with severe learning disabilities Brian undertakes his work on an annual basis and spends four weeks at the school. In addition, he sponsors a child to have a cooked meal at lunch time at a cost of £50 a year. Many of the children don’t get a cooked meal at home so the school provides one for all students.

District grant

Whilst visiting the school last year Brian was appalled at the state of the children’s toilet block. The roof was rotten, the floor was rough concrete, there were no toilet seats and the wash basins were outside. There was no cover from the rain between the school building and the toilets. Brian decided that he would completely renovate the toilets at an estimated cost of £2,300. His club applied for a District Grant of £1,000 whilst the members raised the rest of the money.

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On his return in January this year Brian found the work had been completed. The head teacher, staff and pupils are delighted with the outcome. All were very appreciative of the support from Rotary. There is a new roof and cover from school to the toilets, new tiled floors and new sanitary ware. Dunnottar School was established in 1973 with just 20 students and has now grown to over 80.

New covered walkway to toilets

The Rotary Club of Dunfermline is leading an equipment donation drive in a pilot project launched by TV presenter, Sally Magnusson and her charity, Playlist for Life. Sally founded the charity to bring the beneficial power of music to people living with dementia by encouraging families and care givers to create a playlist on an iPod or similar device. The charity’s wider research is to test the playlist approach as a post diagnostic tool in the treatment of dementia. Dunfermline Rotarians are preparing to collect disused iPods as part of a training pilot funded by the Carnegie Dunfermline Trust.

A great challenge

Rotary Club President, Alan Mutter said: “Many local families have been touched by dementia, which is one of the greatest social, medical, economic and moral challenges of our times. We are appealing to members of the public to drop surplus iPods and related equipment into special bins which will be located at Waterstone’s bookstore in Dunfermline and other central locations.” Rotarian David Walker, Vice Chairman of the Carnegie Dunfermline Trust said that trust grant of £10,000 would underwrite the cost of hardware and training manuals for a six month period to pilot the project which he hoped would undoubtedly be rolled out elsewhere. Rotary Club of Dunfermline

NEW PRESIDENTS

Brave: Ray Hazan

Like mother like son: Stuart Clarke with his mother Christine

Setting a precedent On July 1 thousands of new Rotary presidents across the globe stepped up to lead their respective clubs. Each of them is an individual, their club is unique and for the next 12 months they will be leading their members. Here we bring you three stories of club presidents taking office this year, each are unique and are setting their own precedent. Overcoming adversity

First, an incredible story of a brave man who has overcome much adversity after a life changing event in Northern Ireland. Ray Hazan is President of the Rotary Club of Seaford in Sussex. At the age of 28 Ray had to come to terms with the IRA blowing his left arm off and losing his sight and part of his hearing. Whilst serving with the 2nd Battalion Anglian Regiment he had popped into the office on a day off in 1973 on his second tour of service in Northern Ireland. Ray collected an innocent looking package but as he was opening it, it exploded changing his life in an instant.

A minor blip

Ray said: “My first hurdle was acceptance of what had happened.” He now seems to look back on it as almost a minor blip in his life. He did a period of training and rehabilitation at Blind Veterans UK (formerly St Dunstans) and spent time training and working as an interpreter in Belgium. He then returned to Blind Veterans UK where he has worked ever since, becoming their president in 2004. Ray was awarded an OBE in 2011 for his work with Blind Veterans UK. He has been a Rotarian for many years and is looking forward to his presidential year supporting work within the local community.

Mother and son

Next I spoke to a president in Scotland, Stuart Clarke from the Rotary Club of Dundee Discovery, a breakfast club which meets at Dundee University. Simultaneously, in the North of England, his mother Christine became president of her club, the Rotary Club of Lower Wharfedale. Stuart told me it was not planned that their presidential years coincided but they were adopting the same charity, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Support UK. He has a busy job and a family with three young children. Asked how he fits in his work, family and Rotary, he said: “I just do it.” His priority for the year is to increase membership and to work closer with the community.

Keeping it in the family

Mum, Christine Clark said: “We are a club of 20 members with a couple of new members in prospect and growing the membership is a priority. There is also an emphasis within the club to be hands on with local organisations and charities.” Christine and Stuart can always turn to husband and dad Allan for advice during their year since he was president of his club in 2011. We wish all three presidents, a successful year and hope they enjoy the experience.

Legion d’Honneur Ron Arnold, from the Rotary Club of Romford and a veteran of the D-Day invasion force returned to France recently to receive the Legion d’Honneur from a French Government Minister. Ron was barely 20 years old when he took the role of a motorcycle messenger conveying communications between army groups. He, together with his comrades in arms, was responsible for saving the lives of French men and women, whilst putting their own lives in danger. Many of Ron’s fellow soldiers were killed during and after the D-Day operations and the years since have taken their toll of others. Ron, now in his nineties, still vividly recalls his part in D-Day.

The Queen’s Birthday Honours List Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) Janice Flawn Rotary Club of the Brickhills, for services to the care home business and charitable fundraising.

Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) Luing Cowley Rotary Club of Bletchley, for services to the community in Milton Keynes. Alan Nix Rotary Club of Swindon Thamesdown, for charitable work in Swindon. Andrew (Andy) Parr Rotary Club of Caterham, for services to the community in Caterham. David Shaw Rotary Club of Windsor and Eton, for services to scouting and the community in Windsor.

British Empire Medal (BEM) Patrick Perks Rotary Club of Billinghurst and District, for services to the local community.

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YOUTH COMPETITIONS

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Young musician The final of the RIBI Young Musician competition took place at Truro School with competitors coming from as far afield as Tralee, Glasgow, Anglesey, Cardiff, London, Bournemouth, Rutland, Chelmsford, Leicester, Truro, Cheltenham and Bishops Stortford. Best Instrumentalist Award was won by Pianist Robert Cheung from Old Windsor, who played Liszt’s Liebestraum followed by Cat and Mouse by Aaron Copland. Vocalist Isabelle Atkinson of Bournemouth

won Best Singer performing four songs demonstrating a mature vocal range. The event was compered by Daphne Skinnard of BBC Radio Cornwall and organised by Rotarians from Cornwall and West Devon. David Jones of the Rotary Club of Hayle said: “We are delighted to have hosted the RIBI Young Musician national final for the first time in Cornwall. Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to all the competitors for taking part.”

Youth speaks The finals of the RIBI Youth Speaks competition took place at Cornwallis Academy in Maidstone. Winner of the Senior category was Bury Grammar School for Girls, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Bury speaking on the theme, The Father Christmas Myth. Best Speaker in the Senior category was Maheen Behrana of Bury Grammar School for Girls. Best Vote of Thanks was won by George Poole of Bowlands High School, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Ribblesdale. Best Chairperson was won by Ella Blaxill of Colchester County High School for Girls, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Colchester Forum. Winner of the Intermediate category was St Bedes Inter-Church School, sponsored by the Rotary Club of South Cambridge, speaking on the theme, The 36

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Best Day of her Life. Best Speaker in the Intermediate category was Lucy Arnold of St Bedes Inter-Church School. Best Vote of Thanks was won by Damilola Adebayo of Concord College, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Church Stretton. Best Chairperson was won by Missy McLaren of John Ogilvie High School, Hamilton.

For the past two years, Rotarians in Clackmannanshire have been discovering the paths and braes of the wee county and beyond as a result of the RotaRamble initiative adopted by the Rotary Club of Alloa in 2011. RotaRamble aims to encourage relaxed fellowship and healthy exercise while exploring a rural or urban environment. It requires a minimum of two Rotarians to undertake a ramble together and non Rotarians are encouraged to join in too. The ramble must be at least two kilometres in distance and be carried out by people’s own physical effort with no motorised or outside assistance.

1,000 miles rambled

Fifty one RotaRambles have been completed in the two years up to October 2013 and members of the club have covered a total distance of just over a thousand miles and climbed 122,000 feet. This equates to walking almost to Prague, where the club had a RotaRamble on their International Rotary Visit. They have climbed the equivalent of more than four times the height of Mount Everest, although ninety times up and down Dumyat in Scotland might better put things into perspective. Over the last two years, the club has held RotaRambles in four foreign countries, explored parts of Scotland that some didn’t know existed and been given history lessons by people who lived the history. Is it simple? Yes. Is it popular? Yes. Does it hurt? Not often. Why not try it? What they haven’t done yet is hold a joint RotaRamble with another club and that is something they are looking forward to doing. Rotary Club of Alloa

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Exit Interviews I was interested in the recent letter that we should do like any other company and carry out exit interviews of leaving Rotarians. When I was on the RIBI Membership committee a couple of years ago I did just that with some 100 leavers. I think you will find the conclusions interesting and my recommendations below: 1) About a third left because of a change of job or location. None were passed over to the new District and most said they would like to have stayed in Rotary. 2) Another third left for personality reasons in the club many challenging the status quo and were made to feel unwelcome by the dinosaurs. Most wanting to remain a Rotarian but didn’t. 3) The remainder were a mixture of reasons but mainly “it did not turn out to be what I expected”, many did not get involved in any project or even a committee. My recommendation was the following: All leaving Rotarians should before they finally leave ( if possible) be interviewed by the ADG. It should not be too onerous and from my calls (because I actually arranged several) many would be happy to join another local club in the ADG’s area. Similarly the ADG should personally ensure when there is a relocating leaver that they are introduced to the new area ADG who will meet and find him or her the appropriate club. Paul Jackson Secretary 2014/15 Rotary Club of Kingham & the Wychwoods 50

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Redistricting Arguments about redistricting rumble on, amidst anger, lack of communication and, unfortunately misinformation (RI cannot make a club change its boundaries over the objection of the majority of clubs in that District – Article 15). While this happens we are losing yet more members. Having sat on the RI Board redistricting Committee I am not aware of any evidence that larger districts are more attractive than smaller ones. Surely recruitment happens at the club level? Few members have joined through advertising. Potential members have to be invited. Clubs that have got this message and are actively recruiting are growing, while those that wait for people to ask to join do not. We have lost 16% of its members over the last 10 years. 10-15 years ago we were starting 20-30 new clubs every year = 500-600+ members annually. Last year I believe we had one. If clubs are not recruiting, or dying, the answer is to start new clubs and I speak as a former Chair of the RIBI Extension Committee. There is also ample evidence that new clubs revitalise the older ones, while the decline in membership either reverses, stops, or progresses at a slower rate in the existing clubs. We know they are out there – new members that do join have not suddenly turned up out of the blue. We just need to find them and ask them. Keith Barnard-Jones The Rotary Club of The Island & Royal Manor of Portland

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Scottish independence The comment by Dr Sutherland in the April edition that the issue of Scottish independence is not politics is a curious statement to say the least. Patently, the forthcoming referendum is a political issue, and it would be inappropriate for Rotary as an organisation to get embroiled in the debate. Many Rotarians in Scotland, as individuals, will no doubt have views for and against independence, and may be involved in campaigns, but I doubt the wisdom of using Rotary as a platform for this discussion. Any fear on Dr Sutherland’s part that independence would affect Scotland’s position within RIBI is surely misplaced. The virtue of RIBI as I see it is that it is a grouping based not on politics but on geography, embracing Rotary clubs across the British Isles which comprises Scotland, Ireland, Wales and England – and therefore two separate independent political states. Should the British Isles in future become three or more states, that should make no difference whatsoever to the “chain of command” of Rotary clubs in Scotland or anywhere else. Hywel W Jones The Rotary Club of Aberystwyth

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