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TRANSCEND: RAC-SADP’s 24th Handover & 25th Induction Ceremony by PE Daniel Kitma Rotaract Club of San Antonio de Padua

Last November 7, the Rotaract Club of San Antonio de Padua celebrated its 24th Handover and 25th Induction Ceremony marking another milestone in the club’s history book.

With the help of the Rotary club of BagumbayanManila, the club’s sponsoring Rotary club, RAC-SADP was able to be the first club in District 3810 to celebrate a live Handover and Induction ceremonies held at Rizal Park Hotel Manila.

Unlike events prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic, enhanced safety protocols were observed such as wearing masks, face-shields and social distancing. All attendees were also advised to bring their own alcohol despite the Rizal Park hotel providing disinfectants.

Gracing the event with their attendance were District Governor Nominee Joyce Michelle Socorro L. Ambray, Rotary DCC Juanito Boy Kaw, RCBM Immediate Past President Willie Chua, RCBM Transformational President Rolly Policarpio, District Area Director Genin Policarpio, President Elect Nicholas Lim, New Generation Director Allen Rios, District Rotaract Representative Rhyan Satoquia, Immediate and Past District Rotaract Representative Erica Paywan-Florendo.

A much deserved recognition for his immense contribution and exceptional leadership was given to Immediate Past President Ralph Baniqued. IPP Ralph Baniqued, who spearheaded the first ever solo induction of the club entitled “Hiraya” last term, and forged a partnership with DeAFDeaf truly sets a standard for future leaders of the club.

Transformational President Jean Tayag is no short of ideal qualities and is proving to be one of the great Presidents that the club has inducted. Already with two major projects, “Pasada para sa Namamasada” a donation drive for Jeepney drivers, and “Business 101: New Normal Edition virtual conference, she is set to put together more projects this Transformational year.

A fresh roster of club officers were introduced by the ever energetic DRR Rhyan Satoquia who also led the officers in their oath taking. Although virtually, new members were also charged into the club by Rotary DCC Juanito Boy Kaw.

No event of the club cannot be complete without song numbers which are just what past, present and future club presidents Ralph Baniqued, Jean Tayag and Daniel Kitma showcased.

The future is bright for the club and “Transcend” is a testament to the club’s determination to defy the odds. A show of the club’s potential of rising above and beyond average.

Overall, the event has been a reunion and a reinvigoration of everyone’s spirits for service. The launch of a strong and united club.