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2 District Governor’s 3-4 message international 5 rotary president’s message 6-9 discon 2020 awards 10-11 global grants 12-13 service above self club of 14-17 rotary sagay-sinigayan 18-19 rotaract 20-23 ryla 24 blood legacy project 25-26 COVID-19 RESPONSE 27-28 discon 2020 awards editorial
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ow do you connect and make a difference? It starts by just starting a small single step. You help one, people will see it, then others will follow. Then we help one person at a time. This year’s theme, “Rotary Connects the World”, indeed proved to be true. Every club in our district is instrumental to improve a child’s life through literacy project by simply giving or reading books, then you improve the whole family; we improve a community by constructing potable handwashing facility, then we improve the whole village; we provide a differently-abled child or adult a wheelchair (walker, prostheses), then we give back their dignity and make them productive members of the society; we donate PPEs and Covid-19 response kit, then we are able to assure our frontliners of their safety; we inform others of what Rotary does through public image, then we inspire the whole community through more life-changing and impactful projects. Every Rotarians take the opportunity to use their influence to connect and collaborate. This year’s legacy project of collecting 3,850 units of blood has surpassed its expectations to 138% accomplishment. Our district is so much lucky to be blessed with Global Grant projects beyond measure. We express our gratitude to every Rotarian who continues to give unselfishly to The Rotary Foundation and works tirelessly for their club and the district as a whole. Sadly, towards the last quarter of the Rotary Year, we were surprise by the Covid-19 pandemic. Many were devastated because health workers who are in the forefront in the hospitals died and the numbers are still rising at present; many businesses closed and thousands, if not millions, lost their one and only job, and the like. We all experience struggle staying the course in our lives. But the truth of the matter, Covid-19 is our unseen enemy. We cannot just be complacent. Always remember, follow the maximum health standards. On behalf of the district, thank you for sending your meaningful projects and for responding to our call. Keep the candle burning as we Rotarians light one, together, we light up the whole world. Let me leave you with this verse, “We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed.” (2 Corinthians 4:8.)
RTN. HAGBONG “BONG” DELA CRUZ
Editor-in-Chief Rotary Club of Kalibo
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loha, my Champion District 3850 Rotarians! We did it! We finally ended the Rotary year as an event in our life worth re-telling our children and our children’s children!
The present Rotary year had seen innumerable events, both good and bad, which had impacted our lives and affected how we do things, including Rotary. I would like to believe, however, that, in spite of the difficulties we are encountering and have encountered brought about by fortuitous events like typhoons, earthquakes, floodings and, lately, the present COVID-19 health crisis, our District has done a lot of good in our communities. It had been an amazing Rotary Year which started on a high note as we readied ourselves to Connect to the World. The British poet, T.S. Eliot, in the last line of his poem “The Hollow Men”, said: “This is the way the world ends. Not with a bang but a whimper.” But, I believe that, although we did not expect the Rotary year to end in the way we had hoped it to be, it did not end in a whimper. Rather, I believe that it ended on a high note because, if we look beyond the present circumstances, we can see the innate goodness of man manifest itself in spite of the present pandemic, with people helping other people in any way they can. As I bid goodbye to the Rotary Year, I would like to thank, first and foremost, my God, for having made me an instrument of His service and enabling me to continue to serve Him through Rotary. Now, let me mention some of our significant achievements in the Rotary year just ended. Our Rotary year started with a lot of hope and inspiration as we followed Rotary International President Mark Daniel Maloney’s marching orders through our theme…Rotary Connects the World. This theme was first revealed to us during our International Assembly in San Diego, California last January 2019. Coming back from the International Assembly, we are ready to hit the ground running, so to speak. Then followed a hectic schedule of trainings and seminars – President-Elect Training Seminar (PETS), District Assemblies (DISTAS), Assistant Governor (AG) and District Team Training Seminars (DTTS), some of which, more often than not, we have to do in batches, given the unique situation of our geographically-challenged district. This culminated with the Hand-over Ceremonies when Immediate Past District Governor Lindon See Diet, who was and still is very supportive of yours truly, officially turned over to me the mantle of our district leadership last June 29, 2019. And then…we are now in the new Rotary year…ready to Connect to the World. The start of the Rotary year also occasioned Induction Ceremonies and Club Hand-overs. In some cases, it also coincided with my Official Club Visits. During these occasions, we had great fun as we had fellowship with the clubs, getting to know the Champion club officers as well as the members and spouses. Each year, District Governors visit every Rotary club in the district to draw attention to important Rotary issues and provide special attention to weak or struggling clubs. The purpose of these visits is also to motivate Rotarians to participate in service activities and to personally recognize the outstanding contributions of Rotarians in the district. During these mandated Club Visits, I have shared with the clubs Rotary International’s Thrusts as well
as our District’s Goals for the Rotary year. I have also seen first-hand how our clubs are helping the community and that Rotary and Rotarians are, indeed, People of Action. Day in and day out, our Champion Rotarians led by their Champion Presidents, extended to their respective communities our Rotary brand of service which we had hoped to benefit especially the last, the least, the lost…the marginalized sectors of our communities. And it is one of life’s shining moment when we do good DG LEONARDO RAPHAEL TAYCO, JR. DISTRICT GOVERNOR, RY 2019-2020 things to these DISTRICT 3850, RC OF KALIBO people without expecting them to remember our acts of love, mercy, kindness and compassion. One of the privileges which these club visits afforded me and Spouse Nikki is the opportunity to be able to go to places in our District which we would have, otherwise, not been able to go to. And who would forget our trip to the southern-most province of the Philippines, the breathtakingly beautiful Tawi-tawi, when we visited the Rotary Club of Bongao? And then… the pandemic happened. Like a thief in the night, a tricky enemy is upon us, affecting the whole world, including our Rotary world. The enemy is in the form of a virus called Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) causing the disease called the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads uncertainty and hardship around the world, Rotary members and clubs are innovating, caring for those affected, and showing that even at a distance, there are ways to help. As People of Action, our district’s Rotarians and clubs are engaged in their communities — gathering for projects and offering help to those in need. Fighting disease is one of Rotary’s main causes, so our district’s Rotarians also supported efforts to promote proper hand washing techniques, teach people other ways to stay healthy, and supply training and vital medical equipment to health care providers. Our district was able to secure a special US$25,000 Disaster Response Grant which we used to purchase Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) donated to frontline health workers. Likewise, we have utilized part of the fund to purchase Vitamin C to help boost the immune system of the people as we continue to combat this virus. All these have been sent to all the clubs to be distributed to their intended recipients, and I would like to thank IPDG Lindon See Diet and PDG Jude Doctora for facilitating the purchase of the PPE and Vitamin C, respectively. But, in many areas, life is changing drastically…and adapting to the so-called New Normal of doing things. Until a vaccine becomes available in 12-18 months as announced, health experts are urging people to always wear masks, observe frequent and correct hand washing and to maintain distance from others, or even isolate themselves, in order to slow the spread of the highly contagious virus. JANUARY-JUNE 20 2 0
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DISTRICT GOVERNOR’S MESSAGE On the latter, one of the things affected is the manner we conduct meetings and gatherings. Governments around the world have advised against in-person meetings, gatherings and events and Rotary International has likewise done so. You all know that RI has cancelled the RI Convention in Honolulu, Hawaii originally scheduled last June 6-10, and some of us have participated the Virtual RI Convention. And…of course, our own very own District 3850 Boracay District Conference 2020 was cancelled! We eventually ended in having our District’s first-ever, and, hopefully, the last Virtual District Conference! But, then, it is not the end of the world for us…for Rotary… for our District! As our R.I. DISTRICT 3850 VISION says: We are the Fun Rotary District, proud of our rich diversity of cultures, serving communities in Southwest Philippines through HEALTH, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, LITERACY, AND DISASTER RESPONSE. And so…we continue to have fun while continuing to serve our communities with particular focus on the four areas in our District’s Vision Statement. Before the start of my term as District Governor, I was brainstorming with my family on a project which can take cognizance of my profession as a physician while at the same time benefit our communities in the district. And we came upon the subject matter of blood and blood donation. And why blood? We all know the importance of blood in time of calamities, disasters and medical emergencies. Sadly, we almost always have an acute shortage of this very important life-saving commodity. We have decided, then, to conduct district-wide blood donation activities and call it the DISTRICT 3850 BLOOD DONATION LEGACY PROJECT. And, thus, we put into motion our partnership with the Philippine Red Cross in the whole district in order to generate blood through its voluntary donation program. 41 out of 54 clubs were able to participate in the project. We have targeted to be able to generate at least 3,850 units of blood during the Rotary year…3,850 units for District 3850…which roughly translates to every Rotarian personally donating and/or bringing in 3 blood donors for the project. And I am very glad to announce that, as of last count, we were able to collect 5,265 units of blood, or roughly 137% of our target. Let me present to you what we had further done as a District this Rotary year especially in accomplishing our targets. On Membership, we followed the lead of RI President Mark Maloney to GROW ROTARY. At the first quarter of the Rotary year, 1 new club was added to our district, the Rotary Club of Binalbagan East, increasing our clubs in the district to 54. And I would like to announce that at the end of the Rotary year, June 29, 2020, to be exact, the Rotary Club of Sagay-Sinigayan was approved as the newest Rotary Club in our district as Club #55. In the process, the twenty-two (22) charter members increased our district membership to 1,427, or a net of 62 new members. Welcome to District 3850, RC Sagay-Sinigayan! On The Rotary Foundation, at the very least…we have targeted a $100/capita for the District. Very optimistically, we have targeted to be able to donate to TRF the amount of $202,020 for Rotary Year 2020…which would then be historically our highest District Giving to TRF. But, then again, it was not meant to be as our donation to TRF almost came to a halt with the intrusion of this contagion in our lives. In spite of the pandemic, however, we ended the Rotary year on a high note with Annual Fund
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contribution of US $136,699.75 (US $100.15/capita) and total TRF contribution of US $154,199.10. In addition, our District got approved for 14 Global Grant projects worth US $585,914 (PhP29,881,614) while utilizing District Designated Fund (DDF) of only US$26,500, which means that we received US $14.88 for every dollar donated (more on Global Grants on the article of District Rotary Foundation Chair, DRFC PDG Oliver Ong). Before I end, I would like to thank my DISCON Team, led by PP Alexys Apolonio, who laboured long and hard for almost 2 years to bring us a memorable Boracay DISCON but ended up with an unforgettable Virtual DISCON, nonetheless. I would like to thank my home club, the Rotary Club of Kalibo, for their unstinting support and inspiration which helped me and carried me through the District Governorship journey. I would like to thank my District Team led by my very dependable and efficient District Secretary, PP Geri Asis, our Committee Chairpersons, Co-chairs, and members, for all the hard work extended in the performance of the duties and responsibilities of your position. Of course, thank you so much, my Champion Assistant Governors, who made my task lighter as I went around our District during my visits to the different clubs as well as performing other multifarious tasks! Aside from being my AGs, most were also my ADGs…Ang Driver ni Gov! Last, but not the least, I would like to thank my family – my spouse RC Kalibo President-Nominee Nikki and children Rtn. Lennard, Nicole, and Marie. Thank you so much for your support, patience, and understanding. My Champion District Rotarians…we made it through, in spite of all the adversities along the way. To all of you, from the deepest recesses of our hearts, a very BIG THANK YOU! And, as I leave the District Governorship behind, please join me in the refrain of this Barry Manilow song which, somehow, expressed how I personally felt after the end of the Rotary Year. I Made It Through The Rain Refrain: I made it through the rain I kept my world protected I made it through the rain I kept my point of view. I made it through the rain And found myself respected. By the others who, Got rained on too, And made it through. And made it through, I made it through. ABO GUID NGA SAEAMAT! Thank you very much! Be well and safe everyone, and to God be the greatest honour and glory! CHAMPION SIGNING OFF!!!
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LEONARDO RAPHAEL “RAPHY” TAYCO, JR. District Governor, RY 2019-2020
r.i. president’s message
June 2020
My Rotary journey began 40 years ago when I joined the Rotary Club of Decatur, Alabama, at the age of 25, and it has brought my family and me many unforgettable moments. But nothing could have prepared me for connecting with the world as president of Rotary International. My individual Rotary journey has become a shared Rotary journey with each of you. All of the incredible people Gay and I met this year — Rotarians, Rotaractors, and the extended family of Rotary — will be an inspiration for the rest of our lives. We visited clubs and projects from Uruguay to Ukraine, from Nigeria to New Zealand, and beyond. We were privileged to crisscross the globe, circumnavigating it twice and moving back and forth between the Northern and Southern hemispheres. Each country and each stop held its own Rotary magic. While in Zimbabwe in March, we participated in a medical vocational training team mission with Rotarians from India, providing health, hope, and life itself to the thousands who came for treatment. We also felt the energy of more than 300 young people at a Rotary Youth Symposium in Harare. What a thrill it was to be with these young people! This year Rotary launched our new Action Plan, and I trust each club is putting that plan to use. And I have been energized by the efforts to embrace the priorities I set for this Rotary year: engaging families, providing leadership opportunities for all ages, celebrating our history with the United Nations in its 75th year, and, most significantly, growing Rotary. As COVID-19 reached around the globe, we found ourselves in a world transformed. We have been forced to connect in ways we could never have imagined, testing our ability to adapt. As COVID-19 reached around the globe, we found ourselves in a world transformed. We have been forced to connect in ways we could never have imagined, testing our ability to adapt. We have made tough decisions, including canceling club meetings, district conferences, presidential conferences, and, much to our regret, the 2020 Rotary International Convention in Honolulu. Together everyone is placing the public good and
welfare first, despite the loss of meetings, events, and experiences that had been planned for years. As we looked forward to the Rotary Convention in Honolulu, we learned about the aloha spirit. Our Rotary friends in Hawaii showed us that “aloha” means mutual regard and affection. It extends warmth and caring with no expectation of anything in return. The spirit of aloha applies wherever in the world we may live. As Rotarians, Rotaractors, and members of the family of Rotary, we are connected, and as aloha has been defined to me: Our connection to one another is based upon mutual respect for our differences as well as our appreciation for what we have in common. Community is the sum of individuals — individuals who have concern for one another, who care, share, and take responsibility. As I have witnessed the members of the Rotary community act to care for humanity amid the coronavirus pandemic, I have seen the aloha of Rotary. We are indeed people of action. Every day, but particularly during this pandemic, the Rotary community has demonstrated its aloha spirit. It is a gift to be shared, and we are each a steward of this gift of Rotary. Gay and I have been amazed, inspired, and humbled by all of you within the family of Rotary. Indeed, I would say that the last part of our shared Rotary year was transformational. We found new ways to make the lives of others better, new ways to move forward together. And, together, we will continue to grow Rotary so that we may increase our gift of Rotary to our local and global communities. Gay and I will always remember and treasure our year with you, our shared journey, as Rotary Connects the World!
Mark Daniel Maloney
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SUMMARY OF RESULT FOR ROTARY AWARDS 2020 PP GERALDINE “GERI” ASIS Chair, District Awards
SMALL CLUB CATEGORY
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MEDIUM CLUB CATEGORY NO.
AWARD
ROTARY CLUB MAJOR AWARD
Champion Club in Community Service Champion Club in Club Service
Champion Club in International Service Champion Club in Vocational Service
Champion Club in New Generations Service Champion Club in Membership
Champion Club in the Rotary Foundation Champion Club in Public Image
Champion Club in Family of Rotary
ROXAS ILOILO SOUTH ROXAS ROXAS METRO ROXAS/ ILOILO CITY BACOLOD ILOILO SOUTH ILOILO SOUTH ZAMBOANGA CITY NORTH
MINOR AWARDS
Champion Project in Community Service
Champion Project in International Service Champion Project in Vocational Service
Champion Project in New Generations Service Champion Project in Public Image
Champion Project in Family of Rotary Champion Project in Disease Prevention and Treatment Champion Project in Maternal & Child Health
Champion Project in Peace and Con�lict Resolution Champion Project in Water and Sanitation Champion Project in Economic and Community Development
ILOILO SOUTH ILOILO CITY ANTIQUE METRO ROXAS / ILOILO CITY ILOILO SOUTH ZAMBOANGA CITY NORTH ZAMBOANGA CITY NORTH ROXAS BASILAN CITY BACOLOD ZAMBOANGA CITY NORTH
SPECIAL AWARDS
Champion Rotary Spouse Club
Champion Rotary Community Corps Champion Project in End Polio Now Champion Club Project for PWD
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LARGE CLUB CATEGORY NO.
AWARD
ROTARY CLUB MAJOR AWARD
Champion Club in Community Service Champion Club in Club Service
Champion Club in International Service Champion Club in Vocational Service
Champion Club in New Generations Service Champion Club in Membership
Champion Club in the Rotary Foundation Champion Club in Public Image
Champion Club in Family of Rotary
METRO ILOILO ILOILO METRO ILOILO METRO BACOLOD METRO BACOLOD METRO BACOLOD METRO ILOILO ILOILO METRO ILOILO
MINOR AWARDS
Champion Project in Public Image
METRO ILOILO BACOLOD NORTH METRO BACOLOD ZAMBOANGA CITY ZAMBOANGA CITY ZAMBOANGA CITY WEST
Champion Project in Peace and Con�lict Resolution
METRO ILOILO ZAMBOANGA CITY ZAMBOANGA CITY WEST METRO ILOILO
Champion Project in Community Service
Champion Project in International Service Champion Project in Vocational Service
Champion Project in New Generations Service Champion Project in Family of Rotary Champion Project in Disease Prevention and Treatment Champion Project in Maternal & Child Health
Champion Project in Water and Sanitation Champion Project in Economic and Community Development
METRO ILOILO
SPECIAL AWARDS
Champion Rotary Spouse Club
Champion Rotary Community Corps Champion Project in End Polio Now Champion Club Project for PWD
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METRO ILOILO BACOLOD NORTH ZAMBOANGA CITY METRO BACOLOD
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SUMMARY OF RESULT FOR ROTARY AWARDS 2020 ALL CLUB CATEGORY CHAMPION CLUB IN BLOOD DONATION LEGACY PROJECT TOP 5 GUIMARAS METRO ROXAS METRO ILOILO BACOLOD BACOLOD WEST
ROTARY CLUB
UNIT 523 495 460 458 338
CHAMPION CLUB IN ROTARY IN ACTION PHOTO AWARD
CHAMPION 1ST RUNNER UP 2ND RUNNER UP 3RD RUNNER UP
RC OZAMIZ NORTH RC BACOLOD NORTH RC ILOILO CITY RC ILOILO SOUTH
CHAMPION CLUB IN ROTARY IS FUN PHOTO AWARD CHAMPION 1ST RUNNER UP 2ND RUNNER UP
RC OZAMIZ NORTH RC MIDTOWN ILOILO RC ANTIQUE
CHAMPION ROTARY CONNECTS THE WORLD VIDEO AWARD CHAMPION
RC BONGAO
CHAMPION CLUB BULLETIN - RC ANTIQUE
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CHAMPION IN GLOBAL GRANTS By: PDG Oliver N. Ong, DRFC
Corona Virus may have stricken fear to mankind, but it did not paralyze Rotary. In fact, Rotary charged on to be responsive and relevant.
The tears in their eyes and smiles on their faces meant THANK YOU ROTARY, but for us Rotarians, we thank them instead for the opportunity to help them. Knowing that we have made a big difference in people’s lives makes all the difference in ours.
Take a closer look at the table below. 14 out of 18 Global Grants for this Rotary year touched thousands of lives across our District with great impact and in a sustainable way. We have changed their lives, restored their hope and given them a chance for a better future.
The total amount for the 14 Global Grant projects was a whopping US$585,914 or P29,881,614 for a DDF utilization of only US$26,500. That means we received $22.11 for every $1 we donated to The Rotary Foundation. If we were to include the cash contributions of $12,889 to the projects from the host clubs, then we received $14.88 for every dollar donated.
Approved Date Grant Number
Grant Title
Approved
Payment Report Due (D/M/Y) Status
(D/M/Y)
ROTARY YEAR 2019-2020
Host CLUB / DISTRICT
25/11/2020 RC Bacolod
Devt Basic education
5,000
8,300
35,168
08/11/2020 6080
and literacy& Economic
2,000
2,000
288,000
08/01/2021 RC Roxas
Devt Maternal & child
2,000
1,050
42,000
2 GG1987348
Language class for immigrants - 이주민들을 위한 한국어 교육 29/08/2019
Paid
29/10/2020 D3600
3 GG1991004
Caraga Literacy and Agriculture Development Global Grant
Partial
4 GG2092799
RENOVATION OF BRGY. LONOY, SAPIAN HEALTH STATION
5 GG1990819
15/10/2019
Paid
and PROVISION OF BIRTHING/DELIVERY EQUIPMENTS Provision of Techvoc Equipment for Don Pablo Lorenzo
Community
Community
health 04/11/2019
Paid
Memorial National High School
20/11/2020 RC Zamboanga
City North
6 GG2094065
Guimaras Island Blood Bank
10/12/2019
Paid
7 GG2096260
Carpentry, SMAW, and cookery equipment for Jalandoni
20/01/2020
Paid
8 GG2092333
Techvoc Equipment for Culianan National High School,
21/01/2020
Paid
9 GG2095803
Vocational and Technical Education Project for Numancia
10 GG2093998
PROVISION OF BIRTHING/DELIVERY EQUIPMENTS at
06/02/2020
11 GG2094980 12 GG2099420
Memorial National High School
Zamboanga City
Economic &
88,000
Devt
05/02/2021 RC Guimaras Disease preventi on & 28/05/2021 RC Metro Iloilo Economic & treatment Community 27/04/2021 RC Zamboanga
1,000
Community
Devt Economic &
2,000
1,050
35,000
2,000
1,050
38,500
2,000
1,050
48,500
2,000
1,050
36,000
Community
City North
Devt
RC Kalibo
Economic &
Paid
26/03/2021 RC Roxas
Devt Maternal & child
2,000
1,050
40,500
Improving Special Education in the City of Roxas, Philippines 10/02/2020
Paid
RC Roxas
health Basic education a
2,000
1,339
34,913
Vocational and Technical Education Project for Buruanga
Unpaid
RC Kalibo
nd literacy& Economic
2,500
1,050
34,500
05/02/2020
Unpaid
National School of Fisheries
BIRTHING CLINIC in JAMINDAN, CAPIZ
Vocational School (BVS)
11/03/2020
Community
Community Devt
10
GG Amount $
40,001
Central
12/09/2019
Economic &
Host Club $
1,050
3Cs Towards Global Competitiveness
Paid
3850 DDF $
2,000
1 GG1986791
29/07/2019
Area of Focus
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global grants
Approved Grant Number Grant Title
13 GG2001567
COVID-19 대응위한 Portable X-ray 지원 사업
07/04/2020
Paid
27/04/2021 3740
Area of Focus
3850 DDF Host Club $ GG Amount $ $
Disease
2,000
5,000
40,000
on & Disease Treatme
3,000
12,000
41,500
Preventi nt on & Economic Treatme &
2,000
1,050
34,000
Preventi
14 GG2011531
Emergency assistance to combat COVID-19-GYEONGGI
15 GG2098881
Provision for Technical Vocational Equipments for Sangali
16 GG2011878
Date Approved Payment Report Due Host CLUB / (D/M/Y) Status (D/M/Y) DISTRICT
13/04/2020
Paid
PROVINCIAL MEDICAL CENTER PAJU HOSPITAL 16/04/2020
Paid
National High School
Provision of Technical Vocational Livelihood
18 GG2011206
UPGRADE THE AUTOMOTIVE WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT &
26/05/2021 RC Zamboanga
City North
Provision of Personal Protective Equipment Against Covid - 20/04/2020 19 for Zamboanga City Medical Center
17 GG2097994
23/04/2021 3690
30/04/2020
Paid
City North Paid
Tools&Equipment for Antique National School Senior High 11/05/2020
TOOLS ENHANCEMENT FOR ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR SCHOOL OF ARTS & TRADES
04/05/2021 RC Zamboanga
Paid
RC Antique
Community nt Devt Disease
It’s such a great fund-raising model and see how it works: 1) We get recognized for our contributions to The Rotary Foundation; 2) We get back 50% of our contributions in 3 years’ time in the form of District Designated Fund (DDF); 3) We use the same to fund our share of the global grant projects; 4) We raised a minimum of US$15,000 using DDF with our international partners; 5) Finally, TRF matches the $15,000 for a total of $30,000; 6) Happy Rotarians and beneficiaries in the 6 areas of focus; 7) Changed lives! Better people, better communities and a better world.
39,500
on & Treatme Economic & nt /
2,000
1,050
34,500
Community WASH
Devt RC Pagadian Economic & Community
2,000
1,050
40,000
38,500
40,189
990,582
Devt
TOTAL OPEN 2019-20
Isn’t it amazing how we reap so much more than what we have sown? When we plant a mango seed, we reap a mango tree. With TRF, we planted $1, we reaped $14.88.
1,000
Preventi
Perhaps there can be no better funding model than this because TRF uses only 6% for administrative expenses and devote the remaining 94% to projects. With the Covid-19 pandemic, Rotary responded quickly with the Disaster Response Grant of $25,000 for each District on a first come, first serve basis. It has so far released $4,000,000 and our district is a recipient of the grant. We immediately bought PPEs and distributed them to all the clubs for donation to those who badly need them. We accomplish more when we work together. The works of The Rotary Foundation is about working together to do good in the world. To quote Walter Payton: “We are stronger together than we are alone”. Thank you for your support and your involvement in the programs of The Rotary Foundation. We sincerely hope that more clubs will do Global Grant projects to create more and far reaching impact in the community and reap the benefits of how Rotary connects the world. JANUARY-JUNE 20 2 0
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service above self
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SERVICE ABOVE SELF By: PP Nanding Yu
ervice Above Self, the most widely used phrase among Rotarians. It has been the mantra of every Rotarians all over the world. As the phrase represent every Rotarian. It is, and will always be, the trademark of Rotarians all over the world, that is to serve above self. Every year, Rotary International is giving out AWARDS and CITATIONS to recognize the efforts and contributions of Rotarians, Rotary clubs, and non-Rotarians around the world. There at least 23 of these AWARDS and CITATIONS. Among these awards, the “SERVICE ABOVE SELF” award is Rotary’s highest honour for an individual Rotarian. The award recognizes Rotarians who have demonstrated e x e m p l a r y humanitarian service, with emphasis on personal volunteer efforts and active involvement in helping others through Rotary. It recognizes Rotarians who demonstrate Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self, by volunteering their time and talents to help others. The award is internationally competitive, and is granted to a few deserving Rotarians worldwide. For the past years, the district had been competitive enough and had been deserving being awarded the “Service Above Self ”. Rotary District 3850 is incredibly proud of its recipients of the Service Above Self Award. Since 1992, twelve (12) Rotarians from Rotary District 3850 have been recognized as recipients of the Service Above Self honor. Of all other Districts and thousands of Rotary Clubs all over the world, during this Rotary Year 2019-2020, Rotary International recognizes another Outstanding Rotarian to be conferred the highest honour for an individual award.
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The person who exemplifies the award in his field, breaking the barriers to serve above self, is no other than Past President John Hernani Anacan Jr., 57 years old, a physician by profession who specializes in the field of general surgery. He joined the Rotary Club of Zamboanga City West of District 3850 in 2002. He served as President of his club during the RY 2014-2015 and was appointed Assistant Governor during the RY 2016-2017. He is also the past president of Zamboanga City Medical Society; Past President, Philippine Academy of Family Physicians; and a Volunteer doctor of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office, Department of Health, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine National Police, Integrated Bar of the Philippines, and other NGOs. He is presently the Governor of the Philippine Medical Association, Western Mindanao area. John epitomizes the philosophy of unselfish volunteer service as seen by his passion in helping poor communities. His commitment in service as a doctor and as a Rotarian is truly commendable. As a Rotarian, his humanitarian works extends not only in Zamboanga Peninsula but also cover far & even in the most unlikely & dangerous islands of Basilan, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, and the provinces of Zamboanga del Norte and Zamboanga Sibugay. He braved the Abu Sayyaf heartland and conflict-riddled Province of Sulu particularly in the municipalities of Patikul, Panamao, Talipao, Maimbung, Indanan, Omar, Taglibi, and Luuk. He also reached the Abu Sayyaf lairs of Tipo-tipo, Sumisip, Al Barka, and Lantawan in the Province of Basilan. He went to far-flung barangays in Zamboanga City.
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Past Service Above Self Awardees: PDG Manuel Tatel of RC Zamboanga City 1992-1993 PDG Ramon Cua Locsin of RC Metro Iloilo 1995-1996 PP Eusebio Po of RC Bacolod North 1995-1996 PDG Allan Gamboa of RC Bacolod North 1999-2000 PDG David Villanueva of RC Bacolod South 2001-2002 Dr. Antonio Feliciano of RC Zamboanga City North 2004-2005
Dr. Anton Mari H. Lim of RC Zamboanga City 2005-2006 PDG Ramiro Garcia Jr. of RC Bacolod North 2006-2007 PP Nilo J. Jardeleza of RC Iloilo South 2009-2010 Laurence Mally of RC Iloilo City 2010-2011 PDG Edgar Sy of RC Bacolod City 2012-2013 PP Danilo Balagtas of RC Iloilo South 2018-2019
John does these missions several times & ever ready to do this again and again. Whether it has been through Rotary or his professional affiliation with the Philippine Medical Society, various gov’t agencies & NGOs, John has successfully enhanced the quality of life of all who have been touched by his giving of himself. He is profoundly someone who imbibes Rotary’s motto, “Service Above Self ”.
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Rotary Club of Sagay – Sinigayan PP ALAN M. NUEGA
From a timid satellite club to a full-pledged strong Rotary Club Inspired by then RID3850 Governor Ronnie Gabalda, the meeting of the hearts in July 2016 between four members of the Rotary Club of Bacolod North led by Past President Alan Nuega and ten dynamic Sagaynon headed by Mr. Alejandro Yupangco together planted the seed of who we are now. A full-pledged strong Rotary Club of Sagay – Sinigayan.
In August 24, 2016, eleven satellite members were inducted by Rotary Club of Bacolod North Pres. Alan Nuega and officially the RCBN Satellite Club – Sinigayan was born. They are Mr. Alejandro Yupangco, John Ledesma, Abundio Tarrazona, Jezreel Alingco, Eduardo Marquez, Donjie Espino, Joemarie Katalbas, Brian Emnace, Benson Fernandez, Rojoely Azucena and Mario Tagolimot. Rotary Year 2016 to 2017 As the fresh mandate begun with Rtn. Alejandro Yupangco as the first chairman of the satellite club, he perceived his leadership to Rotary as “an opportunity to make a difference.” He said we need to collaborate and forge partnerships to continue to have projects with lasting impacts. Among the projects was the distribution of 200 solar-powered lamps under the “Rotary Lamp for Life” and polio vaccination activity under the End Polio Project with 200 beneficiaries coming from Brgy Poblacion I and Poblacion II of Sagay City. Both projects are in partnership with Rotary Club of Bacolod North, Rotary Anns of Bacolod North and Rotaract Club of Bacolod North. Within this year also, they were able to feed more than 35 children and distributed school supplies to them as well.
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The satellite club also attended their first District Conference held in Pedxing Hotel in Iloilo represented by Chairman. Alex Yupangco, Rtn John Ledesma and Rtn Abundio Tarrazona, II. RC Bacolod North received an award for the creation of the satellite club.
Rotary Year 2017 to 2018 The satellite club leadership was handed over by the outgoing Chairman Alejandro Yupangco to Chairmanelect John Ledesma. Chairman Ledesma aims to continue the programs laid before his predecessor and to further the goals of the Rotary Club. He led in the raising of funds for the purchase of the kitchen equipment and utensils worth P5,000.00 and were turned over for the use Rotary Health Center in Brgy. Old Sagay. Satellite club led by Chirman John Ledesma turned over kitchen equipment and utensils to Rotary Health Center in Brgy. Old Sagay.
Rotary Year 2018 to 2019 Under the leadership of Chairman Jezreel Alingco, he was able to usher in eight (8) new members in the satellite club and highlighted the need to work on the mandate to “take action locally” and contribute to global goals of Rotary. The satellite club supported the Purok Bougainvillea Community Development Program and has participated in two waves of “Pinta Balay” tourism project aimed to transform the community through arts. The club also donated one small watchtower to be used by the Beach Patrol to help ensure cleanliness in the shorelines of Margaha. A feeding program for the 40 kindergarten children at Hacienda Amparo in Brgy. Old Sagay was also conducted. A juvenile intervention program was initiated to reach out to the disadvantaged children entitled “Gugma para sa Kabataan”. Ten of these children were given gifts based on their letters sent to assigned Rotary sponsor. The first Rotary Night during the Sinigayan Festival 2019 was also staged to help raise awareness about the club and to help raise funds for various projects.
Pinta Balay Project with the Rotarians led by Satellite Chairman Jezreel Alingco with Sagay City Mayor Alfredo D. Maranon, III and Internationally acclaimed visual artist Maestro Nunelucio Alvarado
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In August 2018, then RID3850 Governor Lindon See Diet together with the members of RC Bacolod North headed by Pres. Gary Acuna visited the Satellite ClubSinigayan. DG Lindon encouraged the Rotary Club of Bacolod North and the Satellite Club members to apply for a global grant project which will focus on vocational and technical training of the youth and under-employed people of Sagay City. With the help of RC of Gugweon, South Korea and RC Bacolod
North, the Rotary International approved GG No. 19080462 worth US$44,000 to finance the purchase of equipment and tools for the improvement of the Automotive Servicing Training Shop of Sagay National High School. Inspired by this Rotary project, the Sagay City government promised to develop the training shop of the school in order to become an accredited TESDA Training Center for Automotive Servicing NC II.
Rotary Club of Gugweon in South Korea led by Pres. Jaejin Lee and RC Bacolod North Pres. Gary Acuna during the turn over ceremony of the equipment and tools funded by GG19080462. Pres. Jaelin Lee said “he is happy with the success of this project as he hopes that this will help prepare students to earn a living and have a brighter future. “ The symbolic wrench which was passed from the Rotary Club International of Korea to the City of Sagay and to Sagay National High School marks the significant turn over which was followed by the signing of the Deed of Donation.
A huge mural of the Rotary Club motto was also painted on the wall of the building of Rotarian Donjie Espino building in commemoration also of the satellite club’s anniversary.
Last September 29, 2018, a total of eight new members were inducted into the satellite club with the aim of becoming a new Rotary club. RCBN 2018-2019 Pres. Gary Acuna inducted the new members which was held at Balay Kauswagan in Sagay City.
RC Bacolod North President Gary Acuña during the induction of eight new members .
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Rotary Year 2019 to 2020 To continue the support to Purok Bougainvillea Community Development Program, the new Chairman Rotarian Benson Fernandez funded the landscaping and public art at the community rotunda of the said purok and the repainting of the Rotary sundial at the Sagay City Public Plaza. He also facilitated the laying down of the groundwork to the formation of the new club. In photo are the students of SNHS SPA – Dance and community members dressed in Filipiniana costume after their performance during the culmination program of Arts Month 2020 celebration where the rotunda art was inaugurated.
Through the four dynamic satellite Club Chairmen, the generous support of Rotary Club of Bacolod North, Club Adviser, Past President Alan Nuega, and the great assistance of District Governor Raphy Tayco, the Rotary Club of Sagay-Sinigayan was officially chartered by the Rotary International on July 29, 2020. Headed by our Charter President Alejandro “Alex” Yupangco, we pray that our Lord God will guide us in serving our community and promoting the tenets of Rotary as we embrace the theme for this year “ Rotary Opens Opportunities”
Holger Knaack President, 2020-21 Rotary International
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29 June 2020 Dear charter members of the Rotary Club of Sagay-Sinigayan: I am incredibly pleased and proud to welcome your Rotary Club of Sagay-Sinigayan, Negros Occidental, Philippines into the Rotary family. Rotary clubs provide a place for those with a passion for community service to connect, share ideas and discover how to improve the lives of others. I am delighted that your club will join us as we confront some of the world’s most critical and widespread humanitarian issues. Chartering a new club is exciting and challenging. The key to success is building a strong, engaged membership dedicated to the idea of service, ranging from local community-based projects to major global initiatives. Together, we will accomplish great things as we serve local and international communities as Rotary Opens Opportunities. Congratulations again to the Rotary Club of Sagay-Sinigayan. I wish you great success for many years to come.
Sincerely,
Holger Knaack President, Rotary International 2020-21
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ROTARACT RI D3850 Elevate, Celebrate, Connect by: PP Chris G. Sorongon District Rotaract Chair, RY 2019 - 2020
“We need to be an inspiration to our young partners so they will continue doing the great service that they do. This sends a strong message that they are truly our partners in service.” RY 2018-19 RI President Barry Rassin during the COL
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s we usher Rotary Year 2020 - 2021, hundreds of Rotaractors will be celebrating Rotaract’s ongoing evolution, including the expansion of Rotary membership to include Rotaract clubs. (Rotary programs include: Interact, Rotary Youth Exchange, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, New Generations Service Exchange, Rotary Peace Fellowships, and Rotary Community Corps) Rotaract’s elevated status within the organization was approved by Rotary’s Council on Legislation in 2019 as part of an ongoing effort to make Rotary more appealing and welcoming to young professionals. “We keep telling Rotarians to find a way to bring in young people, when we have them already and we seem to forget them,” says 2018-19 Rotary President Barry Rassin. It was Rassin who formally proposed expanding the definition of Rotary membership to include both Rotary and Rotaract. After the Council approved revising the RI Constitution and Bylaws to include Rotaract as a membership type, the Elevate Rotaract Task Force — made up of both Rotaractors and Rotarians — was formed and began surveying members to come up with policy recommendations for the transition. On the advice of the task force, the RI Board of Directors in October approved several changes to Rotaract — the most notable being the removal of Rotaract’s upper age limit. As of 1 July, members of Rotaract will no longer be required to leave their club when they turn 31. Clubs will still be able to set their own age limit, if they wish. Rotaract clubs will be able to take advantage of products and services such as new leadership development resources from Toastmasters International, updated online goal-setting tools, and an improved online club administration experience. Letting Rotaract members stay in their clubs longer gives them more time to learn about Rotary, We hope that these changes will produce stronger Rotarians, members who have served longer and gotten more experience and mentorship while in Rotaract.
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rotaract Are we ready for these changes in D3850? These changes might not affect your Rotaract club experience. Rotaract clubs will still be encouraged to partner with Rotary clubs, plan innovative and sustainable local and international service projects, and offer leadership and professional development opportunities for their young professional members. Rotaract clubs will have more flexibility to design a member experience that meets their needs, engage a wider network of young professionals, and develop relationships with clubs that join together more diverse perspectives, professions, and talents. In a like manner, these changes might not affect your Rotary club experience. Rotary clubs will still be encouraged to sponsor and partner with Rotaract clubs, plan service projects with them, and support Rotaractors in honing their leadership and professional skills through collaboration and mentorship. Rotary clubs should still work side by side with Rotaractors in their communities, encourage the development of new Rotaract clubs, and talk to Rotaractors about joining a Rotary club when the time is right. Recognizing the youth, as our partners in service are best exemplified in District 3850 thru the following: * The increasing number of Rotaract and Interact clubs being chartered, revived and strengthened to be a vibrant club; * The conduct of not just one but series of District initiated RYLA from Zamboanga, Basilan, Tawi – Tawi, Ozamiz, Iloilo and Roxas City; Club initiated RYLA by the Rotary Club of Bacolod North and Rotary Club of Bacolod Central; the first ever multi district Pilipinas RYLA participated by D3850, D3810 & D3820 and the first ever Virtual RYLA under the new normal; * One of the goals of Rotary International is to promote world peace and understanding. In 1972, the RI Board of Directors agreed to recommend Youth Exchange to clubs worldwide as a worthwhile international activity. Among the 10 districts in the Philippines, D3850 is one of the only 2 active in this endeavor. * Symbiotic collaboration of the Rotary youth group with their sponsoring clubs exemplified by the presence of a Rotarian mentor; their attendance
during Rotary club meetings as well as collaborative service projects with their sponsoring Rotary clubs; * Active involvement of our District with the MDIO exemplified by the presence of our Past District Rotaract Chairs in the leadership hierarchy and hosting of the MDIO DRRETS for RY 2019 – 2020 as well as attendance in PROCON, APRRC gatherings; * Collaboration with other youth organization in the country like The Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines Alumni Community – Visayan Individuals Called Together for Region Six (TOSPAC-VIctors) and Ayala Young Leaders Association – Iloilo Chapter to name a few; * Increasing number of dual citizens in our district who are both a Rotaractor and a Rotarian, i.e. RAC/ROTARIAN PDRR Dennis Pedrosa (RC Iloilo City), PDRR Aldimin Kalli, Patrick Dumdum & Ar. Ernan Natividad (RCZC West), Joy Ann Ardiente (RC Bacolod North), DRR Richard Jeric Chua (RC Metro Bacolod), Marie Grace Sumondong & Christian Paul Santiago (RC Dipolog), Benzene Catahay (RC Central Iloilo City), Jasmine Garet Jardeleza (RC Iloilo South), Alberto Villaruel, Jr. (RC Kalibo), Marion Ganado, Kenji Olaso & Delmalyn Hajal (RC Metro Zamboanga) to name a few. * In spite of the changes, we remain to mentor and guide our Rotaractors. We will continue to set as good role models in governance, in financial management, in nourishing a vibrant club and in the conduct of quality, sustainable service projects. 51 years ago, we started with PARTICIPATE! 51 years after our youth of Rotary CONNECTS TO THE WORLD. D3850 will continue to champion the youth in all of its initiative. In the words of RI President Barry Rassin: “Rotaractors are energetic. They’re passionate. They want to do good, and they really like working with each other. The frustration is that they then find it difficult to transition to a different club that has a totally different culture, doesn’t have the energy, and doesn’t even know how to use social media. Rotaractors are the Rotary of the future, and we need to help them get there. What are they going to want in a club when they’re 40? We have to come up with that answer and then create Rotary clubs, or help them create Rotary clubs, that can get them there.” We echo that commitment, and YES WE ARE READY FOR #ElevateRotaract.
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THE FIRST EVER RYLA PILIPNAS & VIRTUAL RYLA 2020 THEME: ‘I AM A LEADER. I AM ROTARY” PP Chris G. Sorongon District Rotaract & RYLA Chair RI District 3850, RY 2019 - 2020
“True leaders do not create followers, they create more leaders” The involvement and contributions of the youth in the Rotary arena cannot be ignored; many projects have been accomplished, many lives have been touched and many services were rendered. The Rotary young leaders we have today will not become who they are now without the love and support of the Rotarians. Past RI President Luis Vicente Giay believes that the future of Rotary relies on involving young people in the organization’s programs and activities. At the 1996 RI Convention in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, he said: “Our vision for the future, now more than ever, is the difference between success and failure. The New Generations are our investment in the future. Let us begin to build that future today.” Rotary recognizes the positive change implemented by youth and young adults through leadership development activities, involvement in community and international service projects, and exchanging programs that enrich and foster world peace and cultural understanding. Rotary clubs should be committed to involving youth and young adults in their vocational, community, and international service projects, and providing programs and resources that support them. Every Rotarian has a responsibility to support the personal and professional success of young people while recognizing the diversity of their needs. One of these is sending them to trainings and RYLA is a very good venue for this. RYLA gives Rotarians the opportunity to mentor promising young leaders serving their own communities and beyond. RYLA can bring new energy to a Rotary district, inspire ideas for service, increase support of community service projects, and develop future Rotarians. Originating in 1959 in Queensland, Australia, RYLA was created as a festival highlighting local youth organized in honor of a royal visit by Princess Victoria. Through Rotarians’ constant belief in the potential of the youth, RYLA has since become an opportunity to help the next generation of leaders 20
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define themselves and expand their skills. Officially adopted by Rotary International (RI) in 1971, this exciting program engages Rotary clubs and districts around the world.
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This Rotary year 2019-2020, another history was made, the RYLA PILIPINAS 2020. It was the initiative of Champion Governor Everett Olivan of RID 3820 and Champion Governor Leonardo Raphael Tayco, Jr. of RID 3850 to have a multi-district RYLA. DG Everett Olivan invited another district, RID3810 through the leadership of his classmate Governor, Lisa Elorde. After their agreement, the youth chairpersons of the three districts, CP Mhon Brazas (3820), PP SDG Oliver Alvarez (3810) and PP Chris Sorongon (3850) together with PP Maya Ciriaco RYLA Chair (3810), DRC Mildred Mejino (3820), DRC Charlie Chua (3810), PP Andy Abuso (3820), PP Raymond Ciriaco (3810), Rtn. Mimi Rodelas (3820), PP Bhoi Carandang (3810), PP Zen Zamora (3820), ChP Francis Gutierrez (3820) and Rotaractor facilitators from 3820 and 3810 conducted series of meeting and planning for the preparations of the first ever multi-district RYLA, the RYLA Pilipinas in which District 3820 is the lead district. Part of the preparations is to invite Rotaractors from the three host districts headed by their respective District Rotaract Representatives; DRR Erica Paywan-Florendo (3810), DRR PJ Dondonilla (3820) and DRR Elyrose Naorbe (3850) who were trained to be the marshals, facilitators and committee members. The RYLA Pilipinas was held at Ciudad Christia, 9 waves, San Mateo, Rizal from March 6 to 8, 2020. It was spearheaded by the Youth Service Committee Chairman, CP Mhon Brazas of 3820 as the RYLA Pilipinas Chairman. With him are his members of the Youth Committee; District Youth Trainer Andy Abuso, Rotaract Chairman Mildred Mejino, Interact Chairman Jerwin Aguiba, Interact
Presidential Citation Chair Mimi Rodelas, Rotarians from RC San Pedro Magic President Francis Gutierrez, PP Zen Zamora and Rotaract District Committee members headed by DRR PJ Dondonilla, DRRE Ren Seraspe, DRRN Ian De Borja, PDRR Richard Punongbayan, PDRR Cita Castillo, PDRR Marvin Abuso and volunteer Rotaractors from Rotaract Club of San Pedro East and Candelaria. The RYLA Pilipinas with the theme “I am a Leader, I am Rotary” was called to order by RYLA Pilipinas Chair CP Mhon Brazas during the first plenary session with 236 participants; 186 RYLArians from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao; and 50 committee members which include the marshals and facilitators. The participants were grouped into ten according to colors. The first plenary speaker was PDRR Louie de Real who discussed how the Rotary youth connects to the world and the significant contributions that the Rotary young leaders bring to the world. SDG Oliver Alvarez of 3810 conducted a workshop seminar for the RYLArians on how to come up with a good project proposal. All groups participated really well and came up with very good project proposals. The projects were presented on the second day, and three groups with the best project proposal were chosen. JANUARY-JUNE 20 2 0
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In the first fellowship night, the OHANA Night, all the RYLArians wore their best Hawaiian attire. The Mr. and Ms. RYLA Pilipinas was also launched during the Ohana night. The night was full of smiles and happiness. The RYLArians woke up very early the next day for the traditional human RYLA formation. It was held on the pool area of the venue. The second plenary happened right after. It was graced by PP Mon Dacayo as he gave emphasis on the Lollipop moments of the RYLArians. These are the moments wherein they feel happy and accomplished doing things in the community, these are small acts of kindness which are given big recognitions by the community they serve, these are the moments they were acknowledged on the things they do and these are the things that they have done right which they should feel happy about. Right after lunch, all the groups prepared themselves for the RYLA Pilipinas Amazing Race. Since this activity requires physical and emotional strengths, all the groups came up with a strategy on how to win the race that lasted for three hours. The winner of the race got the biggest points. The amazing race was headed by PP Zen Zamora of RC San Pedro Magic and her team coming from different districts. It was a very challenging and fulfilling activity. All the RYLArians enjoyed the event even if they were physically drained. They always wear big smiles on their faces as they performed all the tasks from the different stations. The activity showed their cooperation, camaraderie and team spirit.
The second fellowship night, which is the Denim night, was graced by Champion Governor Everett Olivan and Lady Maryselle. All RYLArians especially from district 3820 were very grateful for the support and assistance given by the district governor. In his message, he encouraged the RYLArians to have fun in everything they do and always share to the community all the blessings they have and never get tired of helping the community in need. The fellowship night also showcased the different talents of the RYLArians. Each group performed their talents in front of the Rotarian judges from the three host districts. The hall was full of laughter and fun. The RYLArians are extremely talented with overflowing confidence. It was indeed a night to remember.
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The closing ceremony was graced by Champion Governor of District 3810 Lisa Elorde in which she gave emphasis on the partnership of Rotary and Rotaract and how Rotary clubs support the activity of the Rotaract clubs. During this ceremony, ten outstanding RYLArians were chosen by their own co-RYLArians. This is the event that is indeed worth remembering and life changing. I have seen how happy they were. I have seen how highly motivated they were. I have seen how inspired they were and I have witnessed how all RYLArians connected regardless of their demographic settings. Indeed, we Rotarians are producing champion Rotary young leaders who will take our post in the years to come, so we must train them how the Rotarians should be.
Amidst COVID – 19 and the new normal, RI District 3850 held its first ever Virtual RYLA last June 27, 2020 thru ZOOM. It was attended by more than 300++ registered participants representing Rotaractors, Interactors, Rotarians (from the 10 Rotary Districts in the Philippines), Youth leader and other non – governmental organizations whose advocacy is centered on the youth, the future of the nation. It was graced by powerhouse speakers representing different sectors of our society. DG Raphy Tayco opened the leadership congress with his welcome message followed by inspiring messages from RI Director Rafael “Raffy” Garcia III & MDIO Chair Shean Murillo. PP Oliver Alvarez, Senior Deputy Governor for Youth Service of RID 3810 opened the leadership talk with his lecture on “Rotary and Rotaract” followed by PDRR Chock Encabo, member RI Elevate Rotaract Task Force, who delivered a
comprehensive, detailed talk on “Elevate Rotaract”. Dr. Jocelyn G. Gayares, FPPA, FPSCAP, FPCAM, IFPA delivered her thought-provoking lecture on “Stress Free Leadership”. Gang Badoy Capati, Executive Director of RockEd Philippines, shared an intimate conversation on fake news, real news, the actual truth, the pandemic and the internet “YOU IN THE NET”. PDG Jess Nicdao shared his insights on “Rotaract & The Rotary Foundation”. PP Megs Lunn, Public Image Director of Rotary Club of Metro Kalibo, made us ride thru her experience as Rotary Friendship Exhange Chair in her topic: “Rotaract & International Collaboration”. VP Leni Robredo delivered a very powerful inspirational message on transparency, governance and service.
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The PPE and Vitamin C distribution by the clubs is coming from the US $25,000 Disaster Response Grant applied for and was approved for Rotary year 2019-2020 as part of Rotary International's response to the COVID-19 health crisis.
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PP Alexys Apolonio (DISCON Chair)
he preparation for the Boracay District Conference (DISCON) 2020 started in 2018 when District Governor Raphy Tayco assumed being the District GovernorElect. It was a choice of having it in Kalibo or Boracay. But it was an easy decision for us to make because putting it in Boracay will draw better participation and, more importantly, there are better facilities in the country’s No. 1 beach. The DISCON 2020 theme, “Sand, Sound and Fiber”, was conceptualized to embody the total Aklan experience that we wanted the delegates to immerse in the 3-day District Conference.
But as concerns increased over the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the Philippines and abroad, we had to respond quickly and provide answers to questions as to whether the DISCON will be cancelled or postponed. Postponing it is difficult because, even as of this writing, we are still clueless when this pandemic will end and public gatherings pose a health threat. It was a choice between having NO DISCON at all or having a virtual one. But I remember DG Raphy as saying that he won’t end his Rotary term without giving credits and honoring the Rotarians who exemplified Service Above Self. It was no question that this Rotary year, especially with the emergence of COVID-19, many of our efforts shifted on how we can help minimize the deleterious effects of this dreadful virus. Going Virtual was our way. Our only way. It was challenging, and we had to scramble as we have limited time left. The community
quarantine limited our movement but, thanks God for today’s communication apps, we were able to coordinate efforts more easily. Finalizing the virtual program was difficult. A virtual conference is dependent on technology and it was challenging, complicated and strenuous. The technical part was something we did not expect to be grueling. But patience, determination and commitment made the DISCON Team’s effort work. Looking at how the different clubs implement their projects in their respective areas, it helped us strive to give back the credit to our Rotarians. We also realized that the DISCON was a way for us to connect with each other. After months of isolation, with no physical meeting and being separated from each other in the club, having a virtual conference will at least rekindle fellowship and remind us that Rotary is here to stay. Going Virtual was really the right decision. Last June 28, 2020, after months of preparation, some sleepless nights, an overload of coffee and heaps of food to keep the Team going, we finally carried out the first Virtual DISCON for District 3850. It may not be a perfect one, but it was meaningful. It allowed us to see the faces of fellow Rotarians and the event served as a venue for us to celebrate. It was a memorable day for all of us. JANUARY-JUNE 20 2 0
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