September is Basic Education and Literacy Month in Rotary
Official e-Newsletter of the Rotary Club of Holy Spirit
The Dove 26 September 2017
Rotary Club of Holy Spirit Club No. 69935 RI District 3780 Philippines
Vol. IX No. 06
ROTARY MAKING A DIFFERENCE Weekly learning program in
garbage dumpsite area continues to motivate children, with parents now taking the lead in teaching & food preparation READING-LEARNING-FEEDING First launched in August 2012 , the weekly reading, learning and feeding program for 50 children whose families are living in the Payatas garbage dumpsite area continues to motivate the kids to learn and raises their literacy level. The program with children is held in the former campus of a school that had already been relocated to a distant site. In the past, the children were tutored by volunteer high school and college students enrolled in the school. Because the college students could not anymore serve as tutors, volunteer parents and guardians now perform the tutoring function. The learning-feeding program has been a continuing advocacy project of PP Linda Palattao. The latest weekly activity was held last Saturday, September 23, 2017 when PP Linda was joined by TGP Ric Salvador of RC Holy Spirit with TGP Shane Macabodbod and Secretary Raizelle Mae Varona of the Interact Club of Holy Spirit National High School.
September is Basic Education and Literacy Month in Rotary
The children participating in the weekly literacy program have been divided in two groups of learners: Nursery age to Grade 1 pupils who are being tutored in art skills like drawing, coloring and sketching; and older children who are sharpening their knowledge of reading, language abilities and values. Parents guide the children through the learning process. The picture at the top shows a multi-tasked mother – overseeing the recitation as she cares for her growing baby. This parent has completed some formal subjects in Education. Some parents have volunteered to prepare, cook and serve hot snacks for the children at the end of the 2hour learning session each Saturday. Other parents wash and clean the dishes and utensils and maintain cleanliness of the area. For other parents not directly involved in the literacy program such as those shown in the picture at right, PP Linda Palattao is in the process of securing assistance of Holy Spirit members to conduct vocational training in soap-making, and to organize them into a cooperative.
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September is Basic Education and Literacy Month in Rotary
Update on educational assistance program. Holy Spirit, its members and sponsors continue implementation of scholarship and educational assistance programs for deserving youth. During RY 2017-2018, RC Holy Spirit shall continue to implement the on-going scholarship and educational assistance programs which have been started some five (5) years ago. This year, the following are the beneficiaries: Monthly stipend for Rotaractor sponsored by FCP Atty Park and members of RC Sae Gwangju D3710 Korea through FCP Dr Bong. Free tuition scholarships for twelve (12) deserving students enrolled in 2-year courses at Central Institute of Technology:  Five (5) students sponsored by RCHS Honorary Member PP Edmund Chiu, and  Seven students sponsored by PP Linda Palattao of RCHS. Full 4-year scholarships to four deserving students taking up Accounting, Engineering, IT and Education provided by WCP Angel Castro. WCP Angel also provides allowances and books to selected high school students. Sponsorship by BCP Marites Nepomuceno of eight (8) needy children through the World Vision Phils. Financial assistance to Rotaractors provided by PP Marcia Salvador and by PP Beth Sy, Rtn Jerry Sy and PP Chin-Chin Doran. Monthly stipend assistance for poor but deserving Grade 11 senior high school student provided by FCP Dr Bong.
TGP Ric Salvador hands over the monthly stipend provided by Korea-based Dr Bong for Interactor/Baby Rotaractor Jenine Fantilagan in the presence of Youth Service chair PP Marcia Salvador, TGP Lovely Rose Paalisbo and PP Harold Kim Maggay of the Rotaract Club of Holy Spirit. Sept 7, 2017.
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Youth service chair PP Marcia Salvador of Holy Spirit reminds incoming officers of Interact Club of San Francisco High School of THE FOUR WAY TEST – a call to moral excellence, a guide to a successful life
During the induction of the officers of the Interact Club of San Francisco High School on September 14, 2017 at the school premises, RCHS’s PP Marcia Salvador, currently the District Interact Chair, was invited to be the guest speaker by the Rotary Club of North Edsa led by TGP Herminia ―Hermie‖ Plopenio. PP Marcia’s talk centered on The Four-Way Test, its history and its relevance even in, and especially in, today’s world of confusion, tension, pretension. She cited how Rotarian Herbert Taylor saved a nearbankrupt company through the application of The Four -Way Test, an ethical guideline that he himself devised. Mr Taylor, who became RI President in 1954,
convinced his employees to exercise ethical behavior in all aspects of the business. This resulted in improvement of the company’s reputation and finances PP Marcia exhorted the Interact officers to use The Four-Way Test as a yardstick not only in running their Interact club, but also in their daily lives, enabling them to make the right decisions. She asked the Interactors and Rotarians present to be models in living The FourWay Test. The principal of San Francisco High School, Dr Victoria Mangosong, a Rotarian, and some key school officials were present during the program.
Youthful officers of the INTERACT CLUB OF HOLY SPIRIT NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL are shown reciting the FOUR WAY TEST on 12 September 2012, in front of marker on the school façade. These former Interactors - Mikee Palmiano, Lovely Rose Paalisbo, Jenny Lavares and Kier Taba Berce - are currently leaders of the ROTARACT CLUB OF HOLY SPIRIT. All four obtained their respective university degrees at the end of school year 2016-17 and are now pursuing their careers. 4
Pagbati sa 37 na Taon ng Serbisyo at Kasiyahan, Rotary Club ng Hilagang Marikina D3800, katuwang ng Rotary Club of Holy Spirit D3780
RC Holy Spirit D3780 represented by President Ric Salvador conveyed our club’s greetings to sister club RC Marikina North D3800, led by President David Buban, on the occasion of Marikina North’s 37th Charter Anniversary on September 5, 2017. The affiliation of friendship between the two clubs was established in 2010 by Holy Spirit Hands-On President Linda Palattao and Marikina North Hands-On President Raul Catapang.
RC MARIKINA NORTH D3800 in 2010 • 29 years of service • 46 members, 20 with 35 PHFs • 2 Interact Clubs, 3 Rotaracts, 3 RCCs • Officers RY 2009-2010 • Pres—Raul Catapang • Vice Pres—Terry Arnado • Sec/PE—Dodgie Leyva • Sgt-at-Arms—Romy Garcia • Treas—Lina Zuniga • Auditor—Jerome Mangubat • DIRECTORS: Ritchie Villareal; Grg Pagulayan; Ronaldo Cruz; Avelina Cruz; DAVE BUBAN; and Bassie Cruz
T hes e Rotarians gladly welcomed the visit of Holy Spirit officers TGP Ric Salvador and Secretary PP Marcia Salvador during their 37th year anniversary celebration on September 5, 2017.
GP Ric Salvador, PP Ging Ramos, PP Terry Amado, PP Marcia Salvador and GP Dave Buban.
DG Saldy Quimpo and Lady Nancy led the district’s Great Presidents and officers in congratulating
PP Raul Catapang, GP Dave Buban, GP Ric Salvador and an officer of Marikina North.
the officers and members of Marikina North. Sidelight DG Saldy also requested us to convey his greetings to our DG Chito Borromeo. Before he became district governor, Atty Saldy Quimpo served as Chief City Prosecutor of Caloocan, a post now occupied by Holy Spirit Rotarian Atty Ed Valbuena. 5
This page of The Dove e-bulletin serves as home page of the “virtual website” of ROTARY CLUB OF HOLY SPIRIT Rotary International District 3780 Officers & Chairmen
Members
About the Club
Service Projects
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.
Gallery
What is Rotary?
Club Bulletin
guest 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 . .
D3780 Website
Watch THE BOYS OF 1905 History of Rotary International 6
Reminder of club meeting: Date: September 19, 2017 Tuesday Time: 7:00 PM Venue: DAHHA Clubhouse Attire: Appropriate for the ambience Agenda: Quick debriefs on club activities past 2 weeks, and NEXT STEPS to take for each
Rotary membership celebration last Aug 29 - action on prospective members 37th charter anniversary of sister club Marikina North D3800 - offer of joint project professional anti-dengue fogging in our community Launch of 7th 100-day milk-feed & nutrition program to save 50 "severely malnourished" Grade 1 pupils Weekly Literacy cum Feeding for indigent children in Payatas dumpsite area where parents have taken a direct role in the learning process for their kids
Sisterhood affiliation with RC Bangued, Abra D3790. President Cecil Seares Luna (mother of RCHS member Rochelle) is former member of Congress from Abra. High-Value added literacy and learning initiatives of RC Holy Spirit youth partners Peer-tutoring by Interactors to help schoolmates improve academic performance Forum-seminar on Stress Management, organized by Rotaract Club of Holy Spirit to be attended by high school teachers. Resource person is an alumna of the Interact club, Rotaract club, and Holy Spirit National High School. Launch 7th annual youth forum on anti-drug abuse & HIV-AIDS prevention to help attain Zero new incidence. Cooperation project with QC Red Cross Other matters Please join us tomorrow and share your thoughts during the discussion of the agenda items, and kwentuhan in-between agenda items. Thanks. Sincerely, Ric
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WORLD WATER WEEK 2017 Water flows through development – big ideas from World Water Week Submitted by GUANGZHE CHEN on Thursday, 09/14/2017
Guangzhe Chen, Senior Director, the World Bank’s Water speaks at the opening plenary of World Water Week 2017. Credit: Tim Wainwright It was inspiring to see so many committed water practitioners at World Water Week in Stockholm the last week of August, coming together to share experiences and advance global action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal of safe and accessible water and sanitation for all (SDG6) by 2030. As we know, access to water and sanitation is key to thriving communities. It determines whether poor girls are educated, whether cities are healthy places to live, whether industries grow, and whether farmers can withstand the impacts of floods and droughts. Without it, we are limiting our full potential. In fact, today we face a ―silent emergency‖, with stunted grown affecting more than a third of all children under five in countries such as Bangladesh, Indonesia, Niger and Guatemala. This was presented in the new World Bank report WASH Poverty Diagnostics, provides new data on water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) for 18 countries and finds that we get the biggest bang for the buck when we attack childhood stunting and mortality from many angles simultaneously, in a coordinated way. While improving water and sanitation alone does improve a child’s well-being, the impacts on child height are multiplied when water, sanitation, health, and nutrition interventions are combined. The report also
pinpoints the geographical areas in a country where access to services are low or missing completely, and suggests that to move the needle on improving poverty indicators, policies need to be implemented and resources have to be better targeted to reach the most vulnerable. Cities are always a hot topic of discussion for us working in development and they took center stage in Stockholm this year. The SDGs provide even more impetus for cities to be inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable. This goal is inextricably linked to securing safe and sustainable access to WASH services for all and managing water as it travels across the city. As cities grow and become thirstier and often dirtier, different users and uses of water are competing for this scarce resource. We therefore have to be smart in how we provide clean water, sanitation and related services to all city dwellers, especially the poor. We brought together practitioners from cities in Brazil, Sweden, Ethiopia and the United States for a series of rich discussions on Integrated Urban Water Management (IUWM) approaches for sustainable cities. We hope that these conversations will contribute to shifting mindsets which embrace a more efficient use of water while including the
Global
Practice,
needs of all water users in a city through broad stakeholder participation. Our IUWM sessions also sparked discussions of partnerships and learning between Brazil and Ethiopia as well as with Stockholm and some of our client counterparts. We also took a detailed look at the challenges of the urban sanitation agenda where it is clear that, with only 26% of urban excreta safely managed in developing country cities today, we won’t be able to deliver safely managed urban sanitation to all through business as usual. Together with key partners we promoted action on Citywide Inclusive Sanitation, highlighting the need for a radical shift in how we think about urban sanitation for all, embracing a mix of approaches combining reticulated and on-site solutions. Last week, water practitioners gathered in Stockholm for World Water Week. This is an annual meeting to discuss the world’s water issues, organized by the Stockholm International Water Institute. And if any reminder were needed as to the urgency of water challenges, this year’s event took place against a backdrop of Tropical Storm Harvey in the United By JENNIFER J. SARA States, monsoons and flooding in 09/08/2017 India, Bangladesh and Nepal, and an ongoing drought in the Horn of Africa. Billions of dollars’ worth of damage to economies, communities displaced and people killed – it’s a terrifying window into the devastating impacts of water-related extremes.
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Millions Around the World Held Back by Poor Sanitation and Lack of Access to Clean Water New World Bank research from 18 countries shows urgent action on water and sanitation is key to tackle poverty A World Bank report launched today at World Water Week titled Reducing Inequalities in Water Supply, Sanitation, and Hygiene in the Era of the Sustainable Development Goals suggests that a drastic change is required in the way countries manage resources and provide key services, starting with better targeting to ensure they reach those most in need, and tackling inefficiencies to make sure public services are sustainable and effective. The report examines a number of crucial questions: Who are the poor people in a country and where do they live? What is their level of access to quality Water Supply, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services? What are the linkages of inadequate WASH services with health and nutrition? And
what are the binding constraints to improving service delivery? This report is part of the World Bank’s ongoing WASH Poverty Diagnostics initiative, which consists of 18 reports in client countries. More information: - About the WASH Poverty Diagnostics Initiative - Infographic – 3 Ways of Thinking and Working Differently to Ensure Water and Sanitation for All - Map – Key Facts in 18 Countries
The World Bank Group has set two goals for the world to achieve by 2030:
End extreme poverty by decreasing the percentage of people living on less than $1.90 a day to no more than 3% Promote shared prosperity by fostering the income growth of the bottom 40% for every country
The World Bank is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. We are not a bank in the ordinary sense but a unique partnership to reduce poverty
and support development. The World Bank Group comprises five institutions managed by their member countries. Established in 1944, the World Bank Group is headquartered in Washington, D.C. We have more than 10,000 employees in more than 120 offices worldwide. 9
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. 10
What happens in an internet minute in 2017? By Jeff Desjardins, Founder and editor of Visual Capitalist
The views expressed in this article are those of the author alone and not the World Economic Forum.
SERVICE ABOVE SELF
The Four-Way Test OF THE THINGS we think, say or do
Just a month ago, it was revealed that Facebook has more than two billion active monthly users. That means that in any given month, more than 25% of Earth’s population logs in to their Facebook account at least once.
1) Is it the TRUTH?
The scale of the internet is so great, that it doesn’t make sense to look at the information on a monthly basis, or even to use daily figures.
2) Is it FAIR to all concerned?
Instead, let’s drill down to just what happens in just one internet minute
3) Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
INTERNET WORLD AT A GLANCE
4) Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
Rotarian’s Pledge I am a Rotarian I will always uphold the TRUTH. I am a Rotarian I will always strive to be FAIR in all of my dealings with my fellowmen. I am a Rotarian I will always endeavor to build GOODWILL and UNDERSTANDING in my community, among my countrymen and people of all nations. I am a Rotarian I will always seek to promote the greatest good for the greatest number of people in the spirit of ROTARY SERVICE. I am a Rotarian I will always uphold the Rotary International Motto, SERVICE ABOVE SELF.
Rotarian Code of Conduct
ROTARY WORLD AT A GLANCE 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
As a Rotarian, I will 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
Source: THE ROTARIAN September 2017 published by Rotary International
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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. 12
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The Rotarian September 2017
THE DOVE of RC Holy Spirit D3780 Issue 5 of Year 10 September 5, 2017
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Is your Rotary club trying to recruit members younger than 40 years? Best-selling author and 44-year old inspirational speaker SIMON SINEK helps us understand the
MILLENNIAL QUESTION.
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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. 14
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL DISTRICTS IN THE PHILIPPINES 2017-18 DISTRICT 3770 DISTRICT GOVERNOR
Siso Salunat
Sister Clubs of RC Holy Spirit D3780 in the Philippines
Lewi Tolentino
DISTRICT 3830
DISTRICT 3780
DISTRICT GOVERNOR
DISTRICT GOVERNOR
Ed Afzelius
Chito Borromeo RC Paranaque BF Homes
Las Pinas, Makati, Muntinlupa, Palawan, Paranaque, Pateros, Taguig
DISTRICT 3850
DISTRICT 3790
DISTRICT GOVERNOR
DISTRICT GOVERNOR
Jundad Legislador
Boboy Valles
Aklan, Antique, Basilan, Capiz, Guimaras, Iloilo, Misamis Occidental, Negros Occidental, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay
Abra, Bataan, Benguet, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Mountain Province, Pampanga, Pangasinan, Tarlac, Zambales
DISTRICT 3860
DISTRICT 3800
DISTRICT GOVERNOR
DISTRICT GOVERNOR
Art O. Tan
Saldy Quimpo Caloocan, Malabon, Mandaluyong, Marikina, Navotas, Pasig, Rizal, San Juan, Valenzuela
DISTRICT GOVERNOR
Aurora, Batangas, Laguna, Marinduque, Mindoro Oriental, Quezon, the whole of Bicol Region
Baler, Batanes, Bulacan, Cagayan, Ifugao, Isabela, Kalinga, Apayao, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino
Quezon City
DISTRICT 3820
RC Marikina North RC San Mateo Midtown
Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Biliran Prov, Bohol, Cebu, Compostela Valley, Davao City, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, General Santos City, Leyte, Negros Oriental, Samar, Siquijor, South Cotabato, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur
DISTRICT 3810 DISTRICT GOVERNOR
Loy Cosico
DISTRICT 3870
Cavite, Manila, Mindoro Occidental, Pasay
Linda Deleste
DISTRICT GOVERNOR
Source: Philippine Rotary Magazine
Bukidnon, Cagayan de Oro City, Camiguin Island, Cotabato, Cotabato City, Gingoog City, Iligan City, Kidapawan City, Lanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur, Maguindanao, Malaybalay City, Marawi City, Misamis Oriental, Sultan Kudarat, Tacurong City, Valencia City 15
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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Latest reminder for everyone to continue with our disaster preparedness and risk reduction planning
(CNN) Rescuers searched for survivors through the night after Tuesday's powerful earthquake shook Mexico City and surrounding states, killing scores and leaving many trapped under collapsed buildings.
At least 216 people died in Mexico City -the country's capital -- and in the states of Puebla, Mexico and Morelos, officials said.
(CNN) Rescuers tunneled through debris for hours Wednesday, listening for the breathing and cries of survivors after a deadly earthquake struck Mexico City and the region. At a collapsed school, where the bodies of nearly two dozen school children were found, teams made contact with a trapped girl. She was alive. "The priority now is continue rescuing those who are still trapped and provide medical attention to the injured," President Enrique PeĂąa Nieto said, calling Tuesday's quake -- the second to shake Mexico in 12 days -- "a new national emergency." The magnitude 7.1 quake turned dozens of buildings in central Mexico into dust and debris, killing at least 250 people, Mexico City Mayor Miguel Angel Mancera told CNN affiliate Foro TV.
Five things we should know about earthquakes Earthquakes can happen suddenly; here are the top five things we should know about them. Source: CNN 17
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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 !�
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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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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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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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