Please refrain from printing this newsletter to save trees and conserve the environment. Official e-Newsletter of the Rotary Club of Holy Spirit
The Dove 5 September 2017
Rotary Club of Holy Spirit Club No. 69935 RI District 3780 Philippines
Vol. IX No. 05
ROTARY MAKING A DIFFERENCE Holy Spirit launches 7th annual 100-day milk feeding and nutrition program to save 50 school children from malnutrition Now on its 7th year, the 100-day Milk Feeding and Nutrition Program of RC Holy Spirit for fifty (50) malnourished Grade I pupils at Dona Juana Elementary School in Barangay Holy Spirit was launched on September 4, 2017. Unlike in previous years, all the beneficiaries of the Program this year have been classified ―severely wasted‖ in terms of nutrition status, based on their bodymass indices (height and weight measurements). They had been de-wormed in July 2017.
The pupils were each given a glass of chocolate-flavored carabao’s milk with biscuits by Holy Spirit Rotarians led by Pres Ric Salvador, Interactors led by Pres Shane Macabodbod,and some parent volunteers. Immediately after, they were given a teaspoonful of multivitamins provided by Program Champion PP Beth Sy. Assisting during the feeding activity were IPP Peth Rivera, PP Marcia Salvador, PN JR Delgra and Rtn Jerry Sy and nine (9) Interactors who arrived with TGP Shane. Feeding Coordinator Ms Lorna Corre and
Teacher Florence arranged the pick-up and return of the pupils from/to their respective classes. RC Holy Spirit thanks the following sponsors for their generous support that enabled the launch of this flagship project: DFMS Corporation, GNRC Corp, Elarkay Corp, Glonmarc Corp, DAHHA President Abe Floro, Mr & Mrs Paolo Mendoza, Program Champion Beth Sy and other members of RCHS.
Day-1 of 100-day Milk-feeding & Nutrition Program of Holy Spirit. Now on its 7th year.
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Holy Spirit celebrates Rotary during Membership and Club Development month
knowledge of old Rotarians, about Rotary and its impact in the lives of many.
It was time to celebrate Rotary, its members, and the good Rotary does to the community. And so on August 29th, 2017, RC Holy Spirit commemorated Membership Month by inviting members, family and friends to an inspiring night about The Magic of Rotary. No less than District Information and Communications Officer
(DICO) CP Winston Sia was invited as guest speaker. He so articulately presented the good Rotary does in the world – from pushing polio to the brink of eradication, to providing drinking water to those in dire need, to improving lives in communities through high-impact service projects. Indeed, it was a night to orient prospective and new members, as well as refresh the
Invited guests were DAHHA President Abraham ―Abe‖ Floro, a businessman and a former Rotarian; Martin Marinas, DAHHA Director and a businessman; Atty John Lerrie I Torre, residing in Veterans Village in Barangay Holy Spirit; Atty Isabelito Sicat, a chemist and former PAO lawyer and Sr Assistant Prosecutor; Spouses Gerard Paolo and Margarita Mendoza who run their own advertising outfit; and Engr Steven Ralph Onia. Joining RCHS members in celebrating Membership Month was our AG Jun Zipagan. Thank you, CP Winston, for in3
Holy Spirit Rotarian leads forum on career planning for senior high school students of Trinity University of Asia In the career planning forum organized by the Rotary Club of Timog D3780 for senior high school students (Grades 11 & 12) of TRINITY UNIVERSITY OF ASIA last August 30, 2017, Rtn Ana Kristina ―Kring‖ Josef of RC Holy Spirit was invited to handle one of three concurrent breakout sessions.
1. Select a suitable career. ―Consult with our feelings and assess ourselves as to what activities we enjoy the most and if we could make a career out of it.‖ 2. Choose the right course. 3. Choose the school which has built the reputation of producing leading graduates from the chosen field.
Rtn Kring Josef presented the career planning session on Accountancy and Business Management (ABM) that she had handled in similar talks last year. She captured the attention and interest of the youthful audience as Rtn Kring drew examples from her own personal experience and rise in career ladder from Personal Banker in a commercial bank 8 years ago to portfolio manager in the strategic asset management group of Manila Water. Her presentation covered the essential issues in career planning, starting with the need to plan one’s career as early as now because, ―time, money, and effort are exhausted when you do not know where to start.‖
She also shared her experiences and pointers in looking for employment after completing school. From the published Program, the two other concurrent career talks covered: Humanities and Social Sciences – Atty. Jojo Mejia and Pres.Banong Canlas of RC Timog STEM (Science and Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) – PP Louie Gomez of RC Timog Then Rtn Kring delved into the various stages in career decision making.
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At the club meeting last August 29, 2017, RC HOLY SPIRIT D3780 celebrated Rotary with Rotarians, 2 members below 30, friends and prospective members, and the club’s AG PP Jun Zipagan.
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guest speaker and eloquently discussed, ―The Magic of Rotary,‖ citing examples to inspire both senior and younger Rotarians as well as prospective members. Don Antonio Clubhouse.
District Information and Communications Officer (DICO) CP Winston Sia served as RC Holy Spirit is on . .
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Watch THE BOYS OF 1905 History of Rotary International 5
The personal enthusiasm and passion for Rotary demonstrated by DICO CP Winston Sia during his talk, The Magic of Rotary, during RC Holy Spirit D3780 meeting last 29 August 2017 to celebrate Rotary, exemplify the message of this article.
SERVICE ABOVE SELF
Lead with a passion for Rotary
By Michael Bucca, past president of Rotary Club of Central Ocean, Toms River, New Jersey, USA Posted on Rotary Voices by Rotary International July 28, 2017
sleepy lunch meeting in town. They have made Rotary a part of who they are.
The Object of Rotary The Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster: FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service; SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society; THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life; FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.
The Four-Way Test OF THE THINGS we think, say or do 1) Is it the TRUTH? 2) Is it FAIR to all concerned? 3) Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4) Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
Passion is infectious, and that couldn’t be more true about Rotary! I spent a wonderful year of my life leading a great group of people. I say it because I really mean it. The joy and pleasure that being president of my club brought to me is immeasurable. It caused Rotary to become a part of who I am forever. This deep belief about Rotary had an incredible side effect, the members started feeling that way too! Our club members believe the club is doing well. Our members believe they have a purpose in the club and in Rotary. They also believe they are a part of a worldwide organization, not just a
1) Act with integrity and high ethical standards in my personal and professional life 2) Deal fairly with others and treat them and their occupations with respect 3) Use my professional skills through Rotary to mentor young people, help those with special needs, and improve people’s quality of life in my community and in the world 4) Avoid behaviour that reflects adversely on Rotary or other Rotarians
The results were incredible: a 260 percent increase in Foundation giving, a 23 percent increase in membership, a 9 percent increase in fundraising. Plus, an unknown, huge percentage increase in community visibility. The best result: a vibrant and fun meeting that I wish could be bottled up and shipped in a package to any organization that wanted such a culture. Reflecting on my presidency, I now understand that this belief system starts with the club’s leader. If you believe in Rotary and talk about it with passion and vigor, your members are going to do the same thing.
ROTARY WORLD AT A GLANCE
Rotarian Code of Conduct As a Rotarian, I will
I’m not talking Kool -Aid drinking, corporate yes people either. I am talking about people who live the ideals of Rotary and try their best to contribute. Members who give it their all to get new members, increase the club’s visibility, and make a difference in the community.
Data as of 31 May 2017
ROTARY
ROTARACT
INTERACT
RCCs
Members
Members
Members
Members
1,236,554
235,497
499,123
210,500
Clubs
Clubs
Clubs
Corps
35,533
10,239
21,701
9,452
Source: THE ROTARIAN September 2017 published by Rotary International
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September is Basic Education and Literacy Month in Rotary
Why education changes the world By Isma Seetal, Rotary Global Grant Scholar
Posted on Rotary Voices by Rotary International August 10, 2017
Isma Seetal, middle left of banner, as a team assistant during District 5320's Rotary Youth Leadership Awards event.
“Education is the best way to change one’s standard of living.”
of the club in 2013-14. Through this project and many others, it became increasingly clear to me that the reason there were so many children roaming the streets was much more complex than I had thought. Some are the dropouts of an archaic education system, others are the victims of poverty and abuse, yet others are caught in their parents’ web of drugs and alcoholism.
My mother would repeat this phrase over and over. I was lucky to have been brought up by a hard-working, single, mother, who empowered my brother and me to climb the socioeconomic ladder by giving us the best education she possibly could. Other children from broken families like mine did not have the same fortune. My unwavering drive to give back and improve my community led me to join the Rotaract club of Port-Louis, Mauritius in July 2012. ―Driiiing! Driiing!‖ My alarm rang out on a Saturday morning. My mind and body knew it was the weekend, and ganged up on me so that I had to crawl sluggishly out of bed. But the reason for my early wake-up soon dawned on me. It was the day of Lolo’s follow-up doctor’s appointment. Lolo is an eight-year-old boy, living in a poverty-stricken area of the island, whom I had met during a health-related Rotaract project. His mother was convinced that he was suffering from cognitive disabilities, which she blamed for his poor grades, and for the fact that he was constantly bullied at school.
Isma Seetal, right, and Jerry Rekers, a past president of the Newport-Irvine Rotary Club, her host club.
However, the diagnosis the doctor gave us that day was different from what the mother had thought: hearing impairment. Lolo was not mentally challenged. He just couldn’t hear properly! Many doctor appointments later, I visited Lolo. My heart filled up as he ran up to my friend and me, sporting the widest smile. Thanks to a hearing device, Lolo could now hear his teachers in class. He had changed from a sullen, withdrawn little boy, to a cheerful child with glowing and hopeful eyes. I discovered a passion: community service. I went on to become a Rotaract board member and then the president
Back then, during one of the long discussions I had with my husband-to-be about the societal ills which continue to pervade our country, we came to one conclusion: we needed to build our skills and knowledge further to make a difference on an even larger scale. Though I am from a small island of 1.3 million, thanks to a Rotary global grant, I am now studying in California for a doctorate in Educational Leadership, gorging on new knowledge and making the best of the international exposure. I am delving more into educational reforms and the principles of leadership, and I am eager to return to my country to bring about positive changes in education. I continue to volunteer here for the Newport-Irvine Rotary Club, my hosts. The ties with Rotary are life-long! Long live Rotary! 8
September is Basic Education and Literacy Month in Rotary
The street school set up by siblings aged 12 and 15 By SUNIYA UMAR KHAN on May 15, 2017, GOOD NEWS SHARED
Initially, The Street School was funded by a non-governmental organisation but is now run completely on the siblings’ own expenses. The inspiring brother and sister team also distribute snacks around the school which further encourages these children to continue coming and learning. In a country where public schools are, more often than not, less than mediocre with unqualified teachers and little to no funding, education in Pakistan is in a sad state of affairs. Along with this and the rise of costly private schools for middle to elite class children, those who are underprivileged are often forced into working as street beggars, with education being left behind. When 12-year old Shireen was approached by a young girl at a traffic light, who instead of asking for money requested Shireen to teach her, she realised something needed to change. Deeply affected by this encounter, Shireen decided that she would do something about the state of public education in Karachi, Pakistan. An idea rooted in hope for change, Shireen’s initial intention of a small session eventually turned into a full-scale school with multiple branches spread throughout the city, with the help of her elder brother, 15-year old Hasan.
The local community has also gotten involved by providing funds and donations, as well as cold refreshments and umbrellas to beat the heat. A pick and drop van service has also been set up by the siblings to alleviate travel expenses for students coming from far off places within Karachi. Six-year old student, Sidratul Muntaha has been heard saying, “I want to study and become educated like all other people but my family cannot afford it”. She has been attending the school regularly and feels a sense of pride and joy when everyday she goes home and shares what she has learnt, especially English, to her family. There are thousands of children, like Sidratul, who just don’t have the means to attend a decent school, and this initiative has not only made their lives better, but in the long run, have also contributed to their future generations.
Together, this sibling duo run their school six days a week from 4 – 6pm and teach the students multiple subjects, including English, math, and the local language- Urdu. They also hold exercise classes as well as fun activities and games on Saturdays. The siblings are aided by teachers who help around the school and who are also paid for their contributions. This enterprise truly goes to show just how far setting up some tables and chairs in an empty field, mixed with a passion for education, can go. It is absolutely inspiring and heartening to witness how just two members of the youth have taken to the streets and are stepping up where the state has failed. These acts of kindness and charity are what tie the community together and it is always important to give back to a society that has given you so much, and what better gift is there to give than education. 9
MESSAGES FROM ROTARY LEADERS
RI President’s September 2017 Message
Foundation Chairman’s September2017 Message
One of the best parts of any Rotary convention is the sheer diversity of the people you see there. Whether you're heading into a breakout session, exploring the House of Friendship, or sitting down for a bite to eat, you'll meet people from every corner of the world, in all kinds of national attire, speaking just about every language. It's a lot of fun, and it's a big part of what makes Rotary great: that we can be so different and still find ourselves so at home together. That spirit of warm community that is so central to Rotary also defines Toronto, our host city for the 2018 Rotary International Convention. Toronto is one of my favorite cities. It's a place where half the population is from another country, where over 140 languages are spoken by 2.8 million residents, and where no one ever seems to be too busy to be helpful.
The 2018 convention already promises to be one of our best ever. Our Convention Committee and Host Organization Committee are hard at work lining up inspiring speakers, great entertainment, fascinating breakout sessions, and a wide variety of activities across the city. There will be something for everyone in Toronto, and Juliet and I encourage you to do what we'll be doing – bring your families along for the fun. If you plan early, your convention experience will be even more affordable: The deadline for discounted early registration (there is an additional discount for registering online) is 15 December.
Find out more at riconvention.org – and find Inspiration Around Every Corner at the 2018 Rotary Convention in Toronto.
IAN H. S. RISELEY President 2017-18
Rotary and our strategic partners are united behind eradicating polio. Our 2016 Council on Legislation voted to reaffirm polio eradication as a goal "of the highest order." At the recent 70th World Health Assembly in Geneva, global health leaders reiterated their commitment to polio eradication. News coverage of our efforts pops up everywhere. Projects continue worldwide – such as District 6930's annual World's Greatest Meal – that focus on Rotarians' primary responsibilities of fundraising, advocacy, and volunteer recruitment. Just think: The next case of polio could be the last case. But we must be careful, because that "last case" will not be the end of our task. In fact, that's when the job gets even harder. The World Health Organization will require at least three years with zero cases reported before certifying the world polio free.
In addition to being clean, safe, and friendly, Toronto is a wonderful place to visit, with its attractive Lake Ontario waterfront, great restaurants, one-of-a-kind museums, and interesting neighborhoods to explore.
As much as Toronto offers to Rotarians, the true draw is, of course, the convention itself. It's a once-a-year opportunity to recharge your Rotary batteries, to see what the rest of the Rotary world is up to, and to find inspiration for the year ahead.
."Countdown to history" is a phrase I especially like. Those three words express not just how momentous Rotary's polio endeavor is – something achieved only once before in the human experience – but also that the finish line is within sight.
During that time, intensive vaccination and observation operations will need to continue. On the vaccination side, children will continue to receive the polio vaccine. On the surveillance side, watching for signs of resurgence is vitally important. As the number of cases and patients with visible symptoms drops, this observation grows increasingly more expensive. This is why Rotary has increased its commitment to fighting polio to $50 million per year and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has extended its 2-for-1 match of Rotary donations for another three years. To achieve this goal, we need you more than ever. If Rotarians hit the fundraising goal each year, the total will be $450 million. At the convention in Atlanta, nations from around the world and key donors pledged more than $1 billion to energize the global fight to end this paralyzing disease, including Rotary's $50 million per year. Now we all have the important job of making good on those pledges. All of this is why I ask you to contribute something to the polio campaign – whether it is a direct donation, fundraising in your community, or telling the polio story using the multiple platforms of today's media. Also, be an advocate by writing your government officials to ensure that they fulfill their pledges and maintain commitment, and reaching out to corporate leaders asking for their continued support of polio eradication. Write to me at Paul.Netzel@rotary.org to share what you are doing or your ideas for keeping polio at the top of our agenda. We need you as never before in our "countdown to history." This World Polio Day, get involved by hosting a viewing party, concert, or polio walk or ride. Find out more at endpolio.org/world-polio-day.
PAUL A. NETZEL Trustee Chair 2017-18 RC Holy Spirit D3780 in polio immunization drive. Click photo to view the campaign. 10
How we more than doubled our membership in a year By Fely R De Leon, past president Rotary Club of Hundred Islands, Pangasinan, Philippines D3790 Posted on Rotary Voices by Rotary International August 29, 2017
The Rotary Club of Hundred Islands forms the Rotary wheel with club members and guests.
When I became president of my club, I shared a dream with some of the officers that the club could have a hundred members. But how? We had only 31 as of 1 July, 2016. I faced challenges on two fronts. I had to make every meeting lively and enjoyable. And I had to make ours the club of choice for those who were looking for a worthy organization to join. On the first front, I had to restructure our meetings from the usual drab, formal discussions to a fellowship where a member could really feel ―at home.‖ Even new members could, in a relaxed manner, contribute to the free flow of ideas. Everyone was encouraged to present opinions on every issue. I gave responsibilities to every member, and even assigned project chairmanships to new ones. I tapped the expertise of the past presidents who gladly became advisers and confidantes.
Fellowship parties Soon, the members started to feel the camaraderie and enjoyment of being a Rotarian. The last meeting of the month became our fellowship parties, hosted by the birthday celebrators for that particular month. Themes were selected and food and drinks were abundant. These fellowship parties became much-anticipated affairs, boosting morale for
everyone. As a result, it became easy for us to embark on big projects. We even partnered with the local government and other organizations on a lot of projects. Even Lions International became an ally. I made sure that this change of strategy and the renewed vigor that followed were communicated to the public and even among clubs and Rotarians in District 3790 by way of social media and the local paper, as well as banners and streamers announcing our projects. I also made sure that public image was given much emphasis.
Recruitment Attacking the second front had now become easier with the favourable image we had created from the first. It became a natural task of each Rotarian to attract other members. More than twenty of our members brought in friends who also became motivated members. We may not have achieved our goal of a hundred members. But we ended up with 80, making our club the biggest in our district. Throughout Membership and New Club Development month, Rotary Voices has featured blog posts that focus on club flexibility. From a hybrid club to dual membership, these posts feature clubs who have benefited greatly from restructuring or implementing new membership options. 11
SELECTED ONLINE PUBLICATIONS FOR WELL-CONNECTED ROTARIANS Click ―links‖ to view contents
The Rotarian September 2017
THE DOVE of RC Holy Spirit D3780 Issue 4 of Year 10 August 22, 2017
Traffic Conditions in Metro Manila
ROTARY LEADER July 2017
Entertainment News 12
RC Holy Spirit D3780
RC Holy Spirit D3780
Officers & Committees RY 2017-18
Organization in 2017-18 and Profile of Community Service Projects
President Vice President President Nominee
-- TGP Ric Salvador* -- PP Beth Sy* -- JR Delgra*
Treasurer
-- IPP Peth Rivera*
Secretary Deputy Secretary
-- PP Marcia Salvador* -- Rtn Caroline Vargas
Auditor
-- PP Chinchin Doran*
7th 100-Day Milk-feeding & Nutrition Program to save children from malnutrition – Program Champion PP Beth with IPP Peth and PP Chinchin
Protocol Officer Club Editor/CICO
-- PP Angel Castro* -- PP Marcia Salvador
7th Youth Forum on Anti-drug Abuse and HIV/AIDS Prevention
Club Trainers Nepomuceno*
-- PP Ped Condeno* and PP Marites
Committees -- PN Jr Delgra -- Rtn Abet Sevilla -- PP Angel Castro -- Percy Zabala -- Rtn Do Dequina
Member Dev Chair Vice Chair Team Team Team
—IPP Peth Rivera -- PP Angel Castro -- Rtn Do Dequina -- Rtn Yeye Rivera-Onia -- PP Chinchin Doran
TRF Committee Chair Vice Chair Vice Chai Vice Chair Vice Chair
-- PP Linda Palattao* - PP Marites Nepomuceno -- CP Nides Respicio* -- IPP Peth Rivera -- Rtn Kent Valderrama
Community Svc
-- VP Beth Sy
Vocational Service (Vocation at Work and Career Awareness)
Int’l Relations Chair Co-Chair Team Team Team
2017-18 to 2021-22 Now on 6th Year SPED Center of Dona Juana ES Champions PP Marcia and PP Marites
Champions PP Marcia and PN JR
10th Large Scale Medical, Dental, Diagnostic Mission with SMF, DAHHA
Club Admin Chair Vice Chair Team Team Team
Chair Vice Chair Team Team
Club Flagship Programs
-- Rtn Kring-Kring Rivera-Josef -- Rtn Dr Jovy Andres -- PP Linda Palattao -- Rtn Dr Bert Olivar -- PP Bong Jung -- IPP Peth Rivera -- Rtn David Kim -- PP Marcia Salvador -- Rtn Rochelle Luna
Youth Service Chair Vice Chair Team Team Team
-- PP Marcia Salvador -- PP Marites Nepomuceno -- PP Ammie Bagain -- Rtn Yeye Rivera-Onia -- Rtn Angeli Rivera
Public Image Chair Co-Chair Team Team Team
-- Rtn Jerry Sy -- Rtn Abet Sevilla -- Rtn Bert Olivar -- Rtn Chief City Prosec Ed Valbuena -- Rtn Councilor Neneng Valmocina
Champions PP Marcia, PP Beth, PP Marites & Dr Jovy
10th Anti-rabies drive with BAI, QC Champions PP Marcia, Rtn Caroline with DAHHA
3rd Year Vocational & Career Briefings and seminar Champions Rtn Kring Kring Josef, PP Linda, Dr Jovy 3rd Year Global Grant Projects monitoring
Tree-planting: 30 trees 2017-18, then 33 trees, 36 trees, 40 trees, 44 trees in 2021-22. As suggested by RI President Riseley, one tree per Rotarian to make a difference in environment protection. Champions Rtn Abet and PP Angel
Member Advocacy Programs Annual Blood-letting Champions PP Beth Sy and PN JR Delgra Street Children, St Benedict Scholars, DZRH Operation Tulong Public Image drive of station Champions PP Angel & Salamat sa Biyaya Foundation 8th Dental Mission, Sacred Heart community Champions Dr Marylene Martinez, PP Angel, Makati Dental Literacy & Feeding, Gift-giving, Vocational Training, Schools Supplies, X’mas Packs for Payatas residents Champions PP Linda, Buklod ng Panginoon, Christ the King Pastoral leaders Scholarships and Grants for Youth Various Sponsors
D3780 Initiated DDF-funded Programs 2017-18 to 2019-20 WASH, End-TB, Nutrition Programs Champions PP Marites, PP Angel, PP Marcia respectively.
* - Member 2017-18 Board of Directors
of RC Holy Spirit D3780
and of Rotary Club of Holy Spirit Inc. 13
About THE DOVE THE DOVE is the official newsletter of the Rotary Club of Holy Spirit, Rotary International District 3780. The digital publication features ―hyperlinks or web-links‖ which make it a true electronic newsletter/e-bulletin. Distribution: THE DOVE is published in 3 versions: printed, digital PDF, and online. PDF version sent by email to nearly 1,000 addressees, Rotarians and non-Rotarians in the club, in the district, in Philippine Rotary and outside including RI. Posted on social media networks and groups Printed copies for reports First issue of THE DOVE: 4 June 2009 (Vol I, No. 1) Editorial team: Marcia Salvador - Editor and Club Information & Communication Officer (CICO) Ric Salvador - Asst Editor Contributors Address: Don Antonio Clubhouse, Holy Spirit Drive, Quezon City PH
Trees that spread peace On 12 June, during the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta, we planted a Ginkgo nursery tree at The Carter Center, founded by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, a recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. The tree is a descendant of one that survived the atomic bomb in Hiroshima. By Hiroko Seki, Rotary Club of Tokyo Yoneyama Yuai
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Addendum for continuing reminder . . .
With QC Red Cross support, Holy Spirit has been actively involved in disaster preparedness since 2014. Rotarians, Interactors and Rotaractors have informed themselves and their communities about DISASTER PREPAREDNESS & RISK REDUCTION and the formation of disaster response teams by homeowners.
By Interact Club of Holy Spirit National By Rotary Club of Holy Spirit: Organized and sponsored disaster preparedness forums presented by Red Cross QC Chapter for: Members of RC Holy Spirit Officers and representatives of homeowners associations Officers & members of Don Antonio Heights Homeowners Association Don Enrique Heights Homeowners Association BF Homes Homeowners Association
High Briefings, demonstrations and drills for 80 SPED pupils of Dona Juana Elementary 3 class sections in Dona Juana Elem, New members of the Interact Club, By Rotaract Club of Holy Spirit Forum with full briefings, on-screen Powerpoint presentation of prepared slides, showing of A-V clips, demonstrations & drills For 40 adult residents of the Barangay Holy Spirit August 23, 2015
With Rotaract Club of Midtown QC cofacilitating, 270 Grade 8 students of New Era Conducted training for Rotaract Club of Holy Spirit High School in three batches, and Interact Club of Holy Spirit National High Provided information and hands-on training opSchool in disaster preparedness and risk reducportunity for president and some officers of RaC tion. Midtown QC on how to do the presentations themselves for other sections in New Era High School (―multiplier effect‖)
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Addendum for continuing reminder . . .
Amid the 6.2 earthquake in Nasugbu, Batangas last Aug 11, 2017, Phivolcs again reminds residents of Metro Manila to prepare for The Big One, magnitude 7.2 to be generated by West Valley Fault “DUCK, COVER and HOLD !�
NOT This Way
This Way
Click on the image to view and download the seminar presentation slides. REMINDER from Holy Spirit. - Without the transcript of notes taken of the comments, clarifications and answers to questions raised during the forum, this document is an incomplete presentation of the facts.
West Valley Fault System is one of several faults and trenches around MM
Parts of Barangay Holy Spirit lie one or 2 kms from the West Valley Fault System; other subdivisions in QC are situated near or atop the West Valley Fault System METRO MANILA EARTHQUAKE IMPACT REDUCTION STUDY 2002-04 Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Philippine Institute of Volcanology & Seismology (PHIVOLCS)
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Addendum for continuing reminder ..
Suggested Earthquake Survival Kit EARTHQUAKE SURVIVAL KIT FB post by RIDE PDG Raffy Garcia April 12, 2017 (Edited for space)
I. WATER - Normally, one can survive without food intake for 5 days as long as there is water intake. Prepare clean water in clean airtight containers for washing, drinking and cooking: - 1 gallon (3.78 litres) per person per day [1 ltr for drinking and 3 ltrs for washing] - Water purification supplies (One purification tablet can purify a liter of water) II. FOOD - Store only non-perishable food. - You can put protein/granola bars, dried fruit, crackers, cereals, canned goods like tuna, beans, sausages, etc. (It is recommended to store easy-to-open cans.) - Food should be sufficient for three days consumption of every family member. - Disposable plates and utensils. III. EMERGENCY TOOLS / GEAR - Plastic laminated ID card for family member(s) with special concerns and for children who cannot speak - Emergency numbers to call (Red Cross Opcen, Red Cross Chapter, fire station, hospital, etc.) - Red Cross 143 Emergency / Disaster Guide explaining what to do in various types of disasters - Maps with indication of evacuation sites and routes - Whistle (This is highly suggested, use a whistle that is loud and has a compass on it.) - Flashlight with extra batteries (self-powered flashlight is suggested) - Multi-purpose knife - Matches or lighter and candles (Do not use until you are certain there are no gas leaks.) - AM radio transistor with extra batteries - Fully charged power-banks for phones - Glow sticks - Plastic sheeting or garbage bag (For floor mats, cover items so as not to get wet, or use as a rain coat.) - Heating blankets (thin, easy to carry and warm) - Ropes - Sleeping bag IV. PERSONAL EFFECTS AND HYGIENE KIT - Extra Clothing - Undergarments - Antibacterial soap - Toothbrushes - Toothpaste - Hand towels
- Comb/ hair brush - Hand sanitizer or alcohol - Sanitary napkin V. IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS AND MONEY - Keep these in a plastic envelope. - Money should be in the form of cash and loose change - Prepaid cards - List of important information (security insurance number, driver's license, passport number, bank account details, insurance policy, etc.) - Important legal documents: Birth certificates, marriage contract, insurance certificates, land titles, etc. - Other important documents: academic credentials, vaccination records, medical records, etc. VI. SPECIAL NEEDS (of elderly, children, infant or sick member of the family) - Emergency medication (Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, anti- diarrheal, for cough and colds, children's medication, etc.) - Prescription Medication - Children's food and infant formula VII. FIRST AID KIT (Standard)
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