District Newsletter March 2016 (English)

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Rotaract District 7030 Newsletter

March 2016 Edition



District Rotaract Representative Message

Rotary International Presidential Message

Get to Know Your District Leadership

What’s happening in Rotaract District 7030…

I. Barbados

II. Dominica

III. French West Indies

IV. Guyana

V. Suriname

VI. Trinidad and Tobago

Rotaract Around the World…

District Reminders

Charter Anniversaries



As many of our countries feel the blistering sun, we are reminded of the

importance of persevering our natural resources namely water. Rotary

theme for March “Water and Sanitation” is a reminder to us that while we

may reap the benefits of clean, pipe-bourne water, there are many

persons within the world and even right here within our own Rotaract

District 7030 communities that suffer greatly from the lack of water and in

some cases, the quality of water received. Furthermore, many diseases

may be spread through unsanitary practices especially our little ones.

Therefore, through our Professional development programs, we can

educate others on adopting better sanitary practices.

As Rotaractors, we are asked therefore to remember that we are here to make a difference in our

community, regardless of how small we may think it is. Let us not be daunted by any problem as through

our partnerships with other Rotaract Clubs, our Rotary sponsor Clubs, other non-profit organizations

and even the Government, we are very capable of assisting others in every regard.

I also take this opportunity to say congratulations to our incoming Rotaract Club leadership and thank

you for saying Y.E.S.! to ensuring your Club’s and by extension our District’s, future! Thank you to our

outgoing Rotaract Club Boards for your service. I encourage you to continue being a positive influence

in our District, by taking up roles (lead or support) on our incoming Rotaract District Committee.

YIR,

DRR Giselle Holder

Rotaract District 7030

March 2016



Some years ago, I was asked to speak at an Interact club in my home city

of Colombo, Sri Lanka. I have always taken my interactions with Rotary

youth very seriously, so I prepared my remarks carefully and put the same

effort into my presentation that I would for any other event. After the

meeting, I stayed to chat with a few of the Interactors, answering their

questions and wishing them well.

I came out of the classroom where we had met into the autumn afternoon.

The bright sun was shining directly into my eyes, so I found a bit of shade

behind a pillar where I could wait for my ride.

As I stood there, hidden from view, I overheard a group of the very Interactors who had just listened tomy speech. Naturally I was curious: What would they be saying? What had they taken away from my

presentation? I quickly realized that what they had taken away was not at all what I had intended.

They were not talking about what I had said, the stories I had told, or the lessons I had come to their

school to impart. To my astonishment, the major topic of conversation was my tie! I listened with

amusement as they chattered about my Western clothes, my background, my business; every aspect

of my appearance and behavior was dissected and discussed. Just as they began to speculate about

what car I drove, my ride arrived and I stepped out into view. They were perhaps a bit embarrassed,

but I just smiled, got into the car, and drove off with a wave.

Whatever they learned from me that day, I learned far more. I learned that the lessons we teach with

our examples are far more powerful than those we teach with words. I realized that as a Rotary leader,

and a prominent person in the community, I had, for better or worse, become a role model for these

young people. Their eyes were on me in a way that I had never before appreciated. If they chose to

emulate me, they would model themselves on what they saw, not what I told them.

All of us in Rotary are leaders, in one way or another, in our communities. All of us bear the

responsibility that comes with that. Our Rotary values, our Rotary ideals, cannot be left within theconfines of our Rotary clubs. They must be carried with us every day. Wherever we are, whoever we

are with, whether we are involved in Rotary work – we are always representing Rotary. We must

conduct ourselves accordingly: in what we think, what we say, what we do, and how we do it. Our

communities, and our children, deserve no less.



Name: Olivia

Smith-Shaw

(President,

Rotaract Club of

Saint Augustine

Age: 27 years old

Nationality: Trinbagonian

Birthday: 11th July

Hobbies/interest: Travelling, reading and

swimming

Degree programme/Occupation: MSc

Mediation Studies

Year Inducted: 2008

I joined Rotaract because I thoroughly

enjoyed serving at the Interact level and wanted

to continue to serve within the same Rotary

family.

My fondest moment thus far in Rotaract was

successfully hosting one of my club’s signature

events that being Culture Cook.

I believe that Rotaract is important because it provides an opportunity for young people to

utilise their skills outside of an academic and

work setting through service. It also helps us

especially as Caribbean people to gain a greater

appreciation for the countries that are a part of

this region.

Name:

Dynutha

Adonis

(ADRR,

Rotaract Clubs

of

Georgetown,Georgetown

Central &

University of

Guyana)

Age: 27 years old

Nationality: Guyanese

Birthday: 31st January

Hobbies/interest: Travelling, Reading,

Community Service

Degree programme/Occupation: Masters in

Business Administration, Bsc International

Relations / Assistant Freight Supervisor

Year Inducted: 2012

I joined Rotaract because I wanted to serve

my community; develop myself and build new

friendships.

My fondest moment thus far in Rotaract was

Mini-conference 2012: All Rotaract clubs in

Guyana came together to strategize; fellowship

and execute a community service project. This

is when I decided Rotaract was the place to be.

I believe that Rotaract is important because

it provides a great opportunity for young people

to make the world a better place through various

projects as well as enhancing yourself

professionally and forming lifelong bonds.



What’s happening in

Rotaract District 7 3 …



Barbados West hard at work

Since our last article submission the Rotaract

Club of Barbados West has been busy

executing club plans aimed at building better

relationships among members and assisting

our community.

In October we dedicated a week to marketing

solutions and building awareness about

Dyslexia and our club hosted a fundraising hike

aimed at donating funds to the Westbury

Primary School to train a teacher in this area.

The hike was followed by a club presentation

organized jointly by the Community and

International Services Committees.

Building Better Relationships? Our members

celebrated with IPP Shalisha, as she marked off

yet another milestone in her life and also

enjoyed a formal dinner during the holidays at

the new Buzo Osteria

Royal Princess

Six young girls keenly contested the Dominica

Carnival Princess Show On January 24th 2016

all in the hopes of becoming Carnival Princes

2016. The contestants, who all represented a

different primary school on island contested in

4 judged rounds – Speech, Performing Talent,

Costume and Party dress. The opening dance /

introductory round was not judged.

The new Princess is 10-year old Rayne

Benjamin, of the Convent Preparatory School

who captured the Best In Costume and Best In

Party Dress awards. The show is organized and

executed by the Rotaract Club of Roseau as itsyearly major fundraiser during Dominica’s

Carnival celebrations. Interactors and friends

of Rotaract were on hand to help.



Koh Lantaract

The Rotaract Club of Pointe-à-Pitre organized

for the first time on an islet of Guadeloupe a day

of adventure with many challenges. Sun, sea,

wind and sand; All the elements were in place

for this exceptional day. Four teams composedof Rotaractors, Interactors and Rotarians

competed in a racing, speed and agility games,

in order to try to win the totem of victory of Koh

Lantaract.

Beyond challenges, the values of Rotaract were

shown during these competitions, such as team

spirit, mutual aid among members, surpassing

yourself, the inter-club collaboration and

especially friendship. A day which pleased all

participants and generated new desires among

some young viewers, to join us in the Rotary

Adventure.

Elder Care

In February, the Rotaract Club of GeorgetownCentral through its community service

committee executed its Elder Care Project at the

St. Joseph and Holy family home. These two

homes caters for approximately 30 female

senior citizens. The occupants pressure and

glucose levels were tested by our trained

members, in keeping with the districts charge

to help spread the word about non-

communicable diseases. A small kitchen

garden was also installed, providing access to

vegetables so they can prepare healthy meals.Finally, the home was cleaned, new vinyl

flooring installed and a fresh coat of paint for the

living room.



Create a healthy lifestyle

On January 30th, FRESH organized an

interactive and informative health fare. This

signature project was held for the 5th time. To

have a greater impact within the community,FRESH partnered up with ‘Diabetes Verenging

Suriname’, which is an organization that focuses

on creating a platform for young people with

diabetes.

The fare consisted of various organizations

promoting their diabetic friendly products and

giving information about prevention &

maintaining a healthy lifestyle as diabetes

patient. We enjoyed several presentations

about nephrology, oral hygiene, a zumbathon,

cook workshop with tastings, and different

sport activities. The children had their own

playground. Conclusion: Fun while learning

about an important topic.

Rotaract Clubs of Arima and Arima

West lend support to Rotary Club of

Arima in hosting its 37th Annual Senior

Citizens’ Christmas Luncheon

The 37th edition of the Rotary Club of Arima’s

Senior Citizens’ Christmas Luncheon took place

on Sunday 13th December 2015 at the

Auditorium of the Arima North Secondary

School, during which a sizeable contingent

from the Rotaract Clubs of Arima and Arima

West assisted with the Auditorium’s set up and

decoration, ushering, serving of food and

drinks, providing live Parang entertainment

and distributed nineteen (19) food hampers.

Indeed, this event continues to benefit theSenior Citizens, the community at large, and

seeks to strengthen the bond between theRotaract and Rotary Clubs of Arima, allowing us

to truly embody being a gift to our community

and the world at large.



Project Easy Breezy

In its continuing efforts to serve members of the

community, the Rotaract Club of Central Port of

Spain in partnership with several donorsembarked on Project Easy Breezy to proudly

deliver a total of fourteen (14) fans to the

Margaret Kistow Children’s Home on

December 20 2015.

The said donors solicited the Community

Service Committee to partner in this initiative

which immediately seized the opportunity to

serve. Ms. Kistow, now 74, through her

selflessness is truly a gift to all those children

who would have benefitted from her care (pastand present) and embodies the spirit of

Rotaract – service above self!

Recruitment Drive

GOALS:

1. Ensure that the objectives, past performance

and future plans of the RCMH are identified and

displayed to the majority of the freshmen (Year

One Medical Students) and by extension other

interested members of the faculty. Mediums of

information include; Pamphlets, Posters,

PowerPoint Slideshow.

2. Inspire as many students possible to want to

become prospective members of RCMH in

efforts to increase club membership.

Number of individuals directly impacted by

project: 48



International Men’s Day Project

Today a lot of negative attention is placed on

men. We all hear the ever popular "all men are

dogs" or "there are no good men." However,Rotary & Rotaract has proven that this just isn't

the case. There are in fact, many noble men

around the world.

The Rotaract Club of Port of Spain West decided

to do just that, to celebrate International Men's

Day we highlighted the great men of our club.

Our International Service Project featured the

#ManTeam photoshoot and video along with

positive words, club members used to describe

each "rotamen."

It’s time we stopped and focused on the positive

and show our men how much we appreciate

them. So why not try it? How will you recognize

your awesome "rotamen?"

UNITE FOR SIGHT with the

Rotaract Club of St. Augustine

“UNITE FOR SIGHT” in collaboration with

Trinidad and Tobago Blind Welfare Association

(T&TBWA) was based on a similar philosophy

and brought awareness to the challenges of the

visually impaired in society. The walkathon

around the Queens Park Savanah, Port-of-Spain

was geared towards raising funds for the

purchase of White Canes and Low Vision Aids

for the T&TBWA.

The event commemorated World Sight Day. On

Saturday October 24th, 2015, the activities

began with Diabetes and Blood Pressure

testing and a brief address of how a sightedperson should lead the visually impaired.

The sighted were matched with the visually

impaired which allowed us Rotaractors the

opportunity to walk in the shoes of the visually

impaired.



Share Your Gift Challenge

The Rotaract Club of Tobago in keeping with the Rotary theme of “Be a Gift to the World” and the Club’s

theme of “Discovering Gifts through Service” the Club President issued a challenge to its membership

called the "SHARE YOUR GIFT CHALLENGE" which encourages members to share their skills and

talents. This challenge aims to expose the general membership to get a better understanding of the

wide skillset, talents, and professions that exist within the club whilst allowing the presenting members

to enhance their presentation skills. At each meeting a member shares their talent through creative

presentations; thus far we had “Know your panel”, “Corsage on a budget”, “Media Creations” and

“Introduction to Face-painting.”



Rotaract Around the World…



HERITAGE 3011

Why don't you send Rotaractors from your

district on this trip HERITAGE 3011, organised

by Rotaract District Administrative Council of RI

District 3011 , Delhi India. It’s the biggest

Rotaract international trip in the world, only 20lucky Rotaractors get this chance around the

world. A 15 day trip to paradise, North India.

Attractions :- Taj Mahal , Royal Palaces ,

Mesmerising Lakes , Hill Stations , Pool Parties,

sightseeing seeing of Heritage sites and

monuments of North India , Rotaract District

Conference of RI District 3011 , Heritage

Conference , Stay in luxurious 5 Star hotels,

Travelling in AC Volvo coach, Gala Nights ,

Rotaract Club Fellowships, Twin Club

agreement between your district and District

3011 , a novel launch , Rotaract districtdirectory launch and a lot more.

We are giving an amazing discount of 700 USD

now. Initially the cost per Rotaractor for the trip

was 2500 USD, but now it is 1800 USD per

delegate (excluding your visa fee, airfare and

miscellaneous expenses.

The dates of the trip would be from 25th

March till 8th April 2016.

Visit these sites for more information:

https://www.facebook.com/heritagerotaract30

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http://www.rotaract3011.org/dist_new

ECUATRIP

District 4400 and the DRR 2015-2016 is pleased

to bring the II edition of the ECUATRIP

"Ecuador-country of four worlds in the middle

of the world". This edition will choose 4

Rotaractors who will take part of this wonderful

journey.

Nominations will start on Tuesday, February 2

until Saturday, April 9, 2016. The winners will

be announced on Friday April 15, 2016.

The trip will cost $200 (two hundred 00/100

dollars) and includes lodging, food,

transportation (in Ecuador), tours and welcome

kit, plus visitors will attend the event -District

Conference in the city of Manta.

Contact for more information:

[email protected]






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Reminders

March 09th

Deadline for updating club information via the

District Database (to DS Kezra & ADS Delon)

March 30th

Deadline for the submission of articles for the

District Newsletter (to DS Kezra & ADS Delon)

April 15th

Deadline for the submission of

3rd Quarter Reports

(to DRR Giselle, DS Kezra & ADS Delon)

April 30th

Deadline for the submission of bids to host the

31st Rotaract District Conference

(to DRR Giselle, IPDRR Vanessa, DRRE

Everistus & DRRN Kezra)

Charter Anniversaries

March

14th- Rotaract Club of Kingstown

29th- Rotaract Club of Saint Augustine

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District Newsletter March 2016 (English)