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This is the English version of Rotaract District 7030's Newsletter for November 2015.
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Rotaract District 7030 Newsletter
November 2015 Edition
WHAT’S IN THIS ISSUE
District Rotaract Representative Message
Rotaract District 7030 Focus
I. World Interact Week
Rotary International Focus
Get to Know…Your Rotaract District Presidents 2015-2016
Get to Know…Your District Team Members 2015-2016
Club Stories
II. Rotaract Club of Antigua
III. Rotaract Club of Barbados West
IV. Rotaract Club of Genesis
V. Rotaract Club of Georgetown
VI. Rotaract Club of Paramaribo
VII. Rotaract Club of Pointe-à-Pitre
VIII. Rotaract Club of Piarco (U.W.I.)
IX. Rotaract Club of Roseau
X. Rotaract Club of Saint Kitts
XI. Rotaract Club of Saint Lucia
XII. Rataract Club of San Fernando
XIII. Rotaract Club of Sangre Grande
XIV. Rotaract Club of Tobago
XV. Rotaract Club of University of Guyana
District Reminders
Charter Anniversaries
DISTRICT ROTARACT REPRESENTATIVE MESSAGE
This month’s Rotary focus is on the Rotary Foundation and I encourage
each one of you to read some more on this great initiative of Rotary
which acts as the life force for many of Rotary’s donations and grants.
In this month as well we join with our own intended life force, the
Interactors, as we and the rest of the Rotary family celebrate World
Interact Week from the 2nd – 8th November. This Interact focus can be
seen mirrored throughout the entire month of November as we will be
joining with them to participate in our 2015 Rotary Youth Leadership
Awards (RYLA) which is scheduled for 5th – 8th November, hosted in the
beautiful island of Grenada.
As a Rotaract District, we recognize as well the importance of our
Interactors as we have dedicated our first day of training at our 2015
Rotaract District 7030 Leadership Training (DLT) Seminar to focus on
our Rotaract and Interact relationship – its status, its difficulties and its
improvements. Our Interactors are ready and willing to continue on in
their Rotary journey but so too must our Rotaractors be ready and
willing to help them along the way to do so. This abounding resource of innovation, vibrancy and
volunteerism found in our Interactors must never go untapped and therefore be harnessed to help
tackle our aging membership.
I must also thank the Rotaract Clubs of Maraval and Arima who invited me to be a part of their
projects in October as we look forward to welcoming all of you to our shores to celebrate our 2015
DLT in T&T! Thank you for your Y.E.S.!
YIR,
DRR Giselle Holder
Rotaract District 7030
November 2015
ROTARACT DISTRICT 7030 FOCUS
WORLD INTERACT WEEK
World Interact Week is celebrated every year during the week of 5 November to commemorate the
founding of the first Interact club in 1962.
To mark this occasion with Interactors and Rotarians around the world, Interact clubs, in partnership
with their sponsor Rotary clubs, are encouraged to participate in joint projects during World Interact
Week.
World Interact Week is an excellent opportunity for clubs to publicize, promote, and inform the
community about the great work accomplished by its members. Clubs should encourage community
members to get involved with Interact projects.
In the past, RI required Interact clubs to successfully complete four specific activities in order to
receive recognition for World Interact Week. Now, Interact clubs and their sponsor Rotary clubs have
the opportunity to explore a variety of ways to participate in World Interact Week.
Rotarians and Interactors will be able to decide the best way to celebrate World Interact Week. This
may include completing one, two or an entire week’s worth of activities. After the club has completed
their activities, the Rotary club or district Interact chair can download and fill out the Certificate of
Recognition for presentation.
Here are some examples of activities Interact clubs can do for recognition:
Conduct a joint project with a Rotary club.
Plan a literacy day during World Interact
Week.
Invite Interactors to Rotary club
meetings and vice versa.
Give a presentation about
Interact to a Rotary club that does not sponsor an Interact club.
Publicize Interact projects to local media.
Conduct a fundraiser for Rotary's US$200 Million Challenge.
Encourage cross-promotion between Interact, Rotary Youth Exchange , RYLA , Rotaract , and
other community youth organizations.
Partner with international Interact clubs.
Establish mentoring programs between Rotaractors and Interactors.
Introduce potential members to Interact by inviting them to a meeting or a project.
We encourage clubs and districts to hold a Certificate of Recognition ceremony for participating
Interact and sponsoring Rotary clubs.
- See more at: http://portal.clubrunner.ca/50098/SitePage/interact/world-interact-
week#sthash.eLad7mv3.dpuf
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL FOCUS
Presidential Message: November 2015
One sunny morning at the end of June 1991, a van drove through the
busy, rush-hour streets of Colombo, Sri Lanka. Winding through
traffic to a northern suburb, the van arrived at the Forward
Command Headquarters of the Defense Ministry. Security guards
stopped it for inspection. When they did, the two suicide bombers
driving the van detonated their cargo: thousands of kilograms of
plastic explosives.
The roof of the building was blown off completely. Debris was
strewn for blocks. In total, 21 people were killed and 175 people
injured, among them many pupils of the girls' school next door.
More than a kilometer away, the blast shattered every window in my
home. My wife raced toward the sound of the explosion – toward our
daughter's school.
Our daughter was then nine years old. That morning, she had forgotten her pencil case at home. At
the moment of the blast, she was coming out of a stationer's shop, admiring her new pencils. Suddenly
her ears were ringing, the air was filled with sand, and everywhere around her people were
screaming, bleeding, and running. Someone pulled her into the garden of the badly damaged school,
where she waited until my wife arrived to bring her back to our home – its floors still covered with
broken glass.
Sri Lanka today is peaceful and thriving, visited by some two million tourists every year. Our war now
is only a memory, and we as a nation look forward to a promising future. Yet so many other nations
cannot say the same. Today, more of the world's countries are involved in conflict than not; a record
59.5 million people worldwide live displaced by wars and violence.
In Rotary we believe, in spite of all that, in the possibility of peace – not out of idealism, but out of
experience. We have seen that even the most intractable conflicts can be resolved when people have
more to lose by fighting than by working together. We have seen what can happen when we
approach peace-building in ways that are truly radical, such as the work of our Rotary Peace Fellows.
Through our Rotary Foundation, peace fellows become experts in preventing and resolving conflict.
Our goal is that they will find new ways not only to end wars but to stop them before they begin.
Among the hundreds of peace fellows who have graduated from the program, two from Sri Lanka, one
from each side of the conflict, studied together. In the first weeks of the course, both argued
passionately for the rightness of their side. Yet week by week, they grew to understand each other's
perspective; today, they are good friends. When I met them and heard their story, they gave me
hope. If 25 years of pain and bitterness could be overcome by Rotary, then what, indeed, is beyond
us?
We cannot fight violence with violence. But when we fight it with education, with understanding, and
with peace, we can truly Be a Gift to the World.
GET TO KNOW…
YOUR ROTARACT DISTRICT PRESIDENTS
2015-2016
Name: Hilary Roberts
Age: 29
Nationality: Trinbagonian
Date of Birth: 12th May 1986
Hobbies/Interests: Travel, Reading, tutoring, zumba
Degree programme/Occupation: Bsc Mathematics (major)
Statistics, Economics (minors); Post Graduate Diploma
(Mathematics)…Secondary School Mathematics Teacher
Year Inducted: 2010
I joined Rotaract because…
I desired to join a group to serve the community and to go beyond my comfort level.
My fondest moment thus far in Rotaract was…
It is hard to pin point, but any occasion in which I surpassed my own expectations and learnt even more
about myself. And of course…fellowship!
I believe that Rotaract is important because…
It is an opportunity to gain as much as you give. The ability to build friendships, network, receive training
while doing great work for the community. A great foundation in developing socially conscious citizens
guided by the Four Way Test.
GET TO KNOW…
YOUR DISTRICT TEAM
MEMBERS
2015-2016
Name: Ashley Lerone Bayley (Assistant District
Rotaract Representative 2015-2016)
Age: 26
Nationality: Guyanese
Birthday: 9th October
Hobbies/Interests: Playing Sports, Socializing &
Community Service.
Degree programme/Occupation: Accounts/Finance
Manager “King’s Liquor Guyana Inc”
Diploma in Computerized Accountancy, Associates Degree
in Computer Studies, Level 1 ACCA
Year Inducted: 2010
I joined Rotaract because…
Just like a few others, I’ve been apart of the Rotary family from the ground root stages. I originally started
in Interact and transitioned after being away for a few years into the Rotaract arena. The passion of
making a difference by giving back to my community is what keeps and drives me in excelling within this
great organisation.
My fondest moment thus far in Rotaract was…
A joint project between my club “Georgetown Central”, UNICEF and the Ministry of Education dubbed
WASH “Water and Sanitising Hands”. Where we targeted school students ages 6-11 teaching them about
the importance of sanitation and washing their hands before and after meals. 3 months project duration,
once a week at the schools.
I believe that Rotaract is important because…
We are the NGO/Community base organisation with a difference in grooming young professionals on
the world stage with our areas of focus. Our core motto “Service Above Self” sets us apart by how it is
carried out with “Fellowship Through Service” opening a friendly arena that attracts young abled peers.
CLUB STORIES
ROTARACT CLUB OF ANTIGUA 2015 INET-ROTARACT SPELLING BEE
The Inet-Rotaract Spelling Bee is a project undertaken, for a 9th
consecutive year by the Community Service Committee, to
enhance and promotes literacy and helps Grade 5 students
across Antigua and Barbuda improve their spelling and
vocabulary skills. The Spelling bee was executed during a 2
week period on the 10th and 17th of October, 2015. Spellers are
challenged to think under pressure and experience being in the
spotlight.
This year’s Rotaract Bee featured students from over 25 private and public schools from across
Antigua and Barbuda competing in the preliminary round. After the completion of the preliminary, 10
students advanced to the Semi-Finals, in which all students spelt 20 words from 20 different
categories.
At the end of day 1 (10th October, 2015), 5 students advanced to the final, which was held on October
17th, 2015. Following an intense competition, Chayil Richards, from the Seaview Academy School,
emerged as the 2015 Inet-Rotaract Spelling Bee winner. Finishing second was Jaden, followed by
Shyla Apparicio, while Lonique Maxime and Kevinia Farrell tied in fourth place.
The Rotaract Club of Antigua organized the event in conjunction with title sponsor Inet, which is also
funded by sponsors, Seven Seas, Scotiabank, Global Bank of Commerce and newcomers to the event
Swalings Antigua, Paperclips, Business System Solutions and Stephen B. Shouls.
(Left to Right: Chayil Richards, Jaden Reid, Shyla
Apparicio, Kevinia Farrell, Lonique Maxime)
FELLOWSHIP HIKE
The fellowship hike is a new initiative undertaken the club
service committee of the Rotaract Club of Antigua. These
early morning hikes is the start to living a healthy lifestyle
through fitness and also a form of team building exercise
amongst the Rotaractors.
The Rotaract Club of Antigua partnered with the 5 a.m.
Hikers on Saturday 24th November, 2015 as we took on yet
another challenge of climbing the Monks Hill, located in
Falmouth Antigua. We embarked on our adventure at 5:30
a.m. as the members, prospective members, guest,
friends and family trod an uphill battle to make it to the top of the hill.
At the top of the hill the Rotaractors and the 5 a.m. hikers enjoyed the presence of each other as well
as the magnificent view Antigua has to offer. The groups then took a short walk from Monks Hill to
Green Hill which ended our journey uphill. The collaboration with the 5 a.m. Hikers was another
means used to bring awareness about the club and to a wider extent foster a relationship with a
health/fitness group.
THE INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN-UP CAMPAIGN
The Rotaract Club of Antigua has undertaken yet another
milestone project, this time through a well organized and
executed Beach Cleanup activity lead by the International
Service Committee.
This year’s project was executed on Saturday, September
19th at the Fort James Beach where some 20 jumbo bags of
debris was gathered and properly disposed of. The clean up
began at 9:00 a.m. and ran through to noon.
Rotaract Antigua for this year's initiative was partnered with a
team from A.S. Brydens who came out in their numbers to lend support to the cause of keeping our
beaches in Antigua and Barbuda clean. As part of their awareness campaign, a contingent
from Brydens in conjunction with the clean-up, conducted a promotion for Barefoot Wines and newly
repackaged Crix Crackers.
“Your Gift Can Change The World” is the Rotaract Club of Antigua’s theme for the 2015-2016 year
and this project has fitted well with that premise as more than two dozen club members, prospective
members, Rotarians and staff of A.S. Brydens joined the Rotaract Club in executing the initiative.
ROTARACT CLUB OF BARBADOS WEST
EMANCIPATION CULTURE DAY CELEBRATION
It is with a sombre mood that our contribution to this month’s publication
is presented. However, in all things we all believe in the silver lining,
and in the midst of trial and lost, we are able to grow and tighten our
bonds as a team.
Quick responses and initiatives from our members across the island saw
Rotaractors set up donation drives and collection points, to aid our
neighbours in Dominica, after Tropical Storm Erika took the lives of over
20 citizens and caused severe damage to the island. Many are still
reported missing, and the livelihood of those fortunate lives is far from
normal. The cry for food
supplies and water was
answered, as The Rotaract
Club of Barbados West
received a donation of
$500.00 Bds in goods from Massy Stores/Massy
Properties to ship to Dominica.
Members from Rotaract South Barbados and Rotaract
Club of Barbados West participated in a Barrel Packing
Lime on Friday September 11th at Guardian General, to sort the clothes and food donations to be
shipped.
Outside of the on-going efforts to assist Dominica, members came out to our farewell lime held on
Saturday August 29th at The Village Bar in Lemon Arbor, St John to say ‘see you later and good luck’ to
one of our members Ms. Jennene Gittens. For the next two years, Jennene will be pursuing a degree
in Law at the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine campus; we wish her every success.
ROTARACT CLUB OF GENESIS
BUN KOPSERIE
On Sunday 30th, August 2015 the Rotaract Club Genesis held their first fundraising project
for the year to boost up her funding. The Bun KopSerie is an opportunity to sell second-hand
clothes, shoes or any other items for a reasonable price without huge expenses. The sale
was held at the Tour tonnelaan during the Sunday market. Our customers were locals and
tourists who take a Sunday stroll on the market.
The Bun KopSerie was held successfully by the Finance Committee lead by Director
Angelita. The committee treated us with snacks and cold drinks.
ROTARACT CLUB OF GEORGETOWN
EMANCIPATION CULTURE DAY CELEBRATION
On August 29, 2015, The Rotaract
Club of Georgetown held a
cultural extravaganza where
rotaractors showcased their
creative abilities in drama, song,
dance, fashion and food. In
competition style, rotaractors
represented three countries:
Ghana, Jamaica and Nigeria,
where Ghana emerged victorious.
The project was executed under
the theme “Emancipation,
Restoration and Celebration: As
we embrace our cultural heritage
with a vibrant generation”, by the
International Service Committee.
The aim of the project was to
enlighten members about the
significance of emancipation
through fellowship and the
showcasing of the rich and vibrant
cultural heritage of our African
ancestors through drama, song,
dance, art & craft, fashion. The
project brought about a
greater awareness,
appreciation, respect and
knowledge for the different
culture of the countries
observed.
ROTARACT CLUB OF PARAMARIBO
IE JERE KBA? (HAVE YOU HEARD?)
So…. We finally had our project together. Yes we. The Rotaract club Paramaribo and the interact club
CaNW. Ohw…. You didn’t know? Oh well we are pleased to inform you that the rotary club
Paramaribo extended our family with a interact club. This club was chartered in June of this year.
About 40 youngster between 12 and 18 were in that group that time. Now it is approximately 60+.
That is like 3 times of what we have in RCP. But yes… our family is now a bit bigger and we are very
anxious to learn from these bright youngsters. We can use this opportunity to talk about the upcoming
joint meeting we will have on October 10th (hopefully this letter will be out before that date, LOL… if
not wait until the next newsletter). The ADRR will also be attending this meeting. It will be a great
opportunity to get acquainted with these fellows from Paramaribo. Feel free to join… oh oh oh… Even
the French Rotaractors can join because the president from the interact club speaks French fluently…
#justsaying #extended #family #welcome
AL 35 JAAR GEEN POLIO IN SURINAME
The thumb and index finger
together accompanied by the
slogan "We are this close," is
definitely not unknown for any
Rotarian and Rotaractor. The Rotary
International plays an important role
in '' Global Polio Eradication
Initiative "by the WHO. The Rotary
has also contributed actively in the
prevention and awareness of polio
in Suriname. Suriname hasn’t had
cases of polio for over 35 years. This
particular milestone was made
possible by an active contribution
from Rotary Suriname and other key actors. In order to initiate this awareness, the Rotary Suriname
was approached by the Bureau for Public Health to start a public health awareness campaign. They
organized an ‘end polio’ walk. The slogan that we are very proud of stated 'Al 35 jaargeen polio in
Suriname '. Rotaract Club of Paramaribo also contributed in the organization of this walk. We
successfully completed the 5 km walk ass well in our red and white shirts. Even the smallest
‘Rotaractor’ participated. It is very important to be aware how we as Rotarians in Action can make a
positive contribution in the lives of others. Thus RCP states, wait for it ... we are this close.
DARE TO BE YOURSELF!
At Rotaract club Paramaribo we don’t categorize organizations nor individuals based on their
religion, political-, body-, or even hair color….. LOL… Also not on sexual orientation. We accept you
for who you are and who you thrive to become. What we do focus on is the level of leadership and
professionalism you bring to the table. So…. When the LGBT group asked us to help out with a
project, we didn’t hesitate. This group stands for all sexual orientations that are not the norm in
society. For we are not God we cannot play God who is the only one who can judge! This project was
held at a children’s home, where the children are infected with the HIV-virus. That’s why we couldn’t
take a picture with them. It was just a Sunday out with children and 2 organizations who played in the
sand and have a good time with lots of healthy snacks and drinks. The biggest challenge of life is
being yourself in a different way… in a world that is trying to make you like everyone else. Well …
we at RCP are definitely different and wouldn’t want it any other way… have you been yourself lately?
ROTARACT CLUB OF POINTE-À-PITRE
FELLOWSHIP DAY AND GET TOGETHER WITH THE
INTERACTORS
It was under a mild sunny day that the whole Rotaract family was found on Sunday, September 27th at
the Jardin d’Eau of Goyave. The park is renowned for its calm and its walks around the water, ideal for
a friendly family day.
It was also a well-oiled fellowship day: visits of the park, swimming in the river, canoeing on the
beautiful lake of the river of Goyave and ball games of all kinds were on point.
This moment of relaxation was also an opportunity to get acquainted with the young Interactors. The
Rotary family expands, this is the opportunity for the Rotaractors to transmit the values of Rotary to the
young recruits.
HALLOWEEN PARTY : NUIT ENCHANTEE AUX MAMELLES
(ENCHANTED NIGHT IN THE MAMELLES)
The end of the month is approaching and with it, the long-awaited Halloween party. This year the
Rotaract Club of Pointe-à-Pitre is organizing an event in which fantasy and conviviality is not
exclusive. It is in the famous Gîtes (cottage) des Mamelles, lost in the rainforest, which will be held
this evening of horror. Over 200 people are expected to share this joyful moment.
Club members put their hearts into it because beyond Halloween night, it’s a trip to Jamaica that is
targeted. Indeed, the Rotaract Club of Pointe-à-Pitre and the Rotaract Club of Kingston in Jamaica
embarked on an adventure: a three-year twinning! As far as to say the motivation is there because the
trip to Jamaica approaches. The actions to finance the travel and the clubs projects are a makeup of
goals throughout the year. We now understand the energetic involvement of the members of the club
for the success of the Halloween party “Nuit enchanté aux Mamelles” (Enchanted night in the
Mamelles).
ROTARACT CLUB OF PIARCO UWI
ORIENTATION WEEK- RECRUITMENT DRIVE
The Rotaract Club of Piarco UWI kicked
of Guildfest 2015, with their annual
recruitment drive. The goal of this
year’s Orientation Week – Recruitment
Drive, was to not only recruit
prospective members into our club. But
to raise awareness and sensitize the
students within UWI St, Augustine of the
various opportunities there are for
young adults. This drive also aimed to
make University students aware of
Rotaract, and Rotary International. To
go beyond the term “We’re a subset of rotary”. This project aimed to
encourage the hunger for community service and self-development.
For the entire week, Rotaract
members from our club and from
other clubs, came together to work at our booth, adorned with
colourful posters, flyers, and banners, we happily shared our
stories of Rotaract to every person who stopped by. The
recruitment drive was well organized, the booth was well
decorated, and those who were at the club’s booth, were lively
and ready to share knowledge.
The week was not complete without our members partaking in
the festivities of Guildfest, entering various competitions, and
our Secretary even winning a grand hamper, of which we all
made claim to.
This project was definitely a success. The objectives of making
the students aware, recruiting prospective members and aiding
to the general knowledge of the university community have
definitely been accomplished. We have received an
overwhelming response for students interested in the club.
NETWORKING FOR YOUNG ADULTS
Many persons do not achieve their full potential
because they are limited by their own narrow
skill set. The Rotaract Club of Piarco UWI,
HOSTED A Networking Seminar for Young
Adults, aimed at improving participants’ ability
to approach others with confidence, converse in
an engaging manner and form bonds that can
yield dividends to one’s business, club and self.
The presentation was successfully executed
with the goal of the presentation being
achieved. At the end of the presentation
participants were required to take part in an exciting role playing to demonstrate their
comprehension of the subject. After the presentation was over the skills immediately paid dividends
as persons from different Rotaract Clubs met each other for the first time as well as persons who are
not yet a member of a Rotaract Club.
The day was not complete without indulging in some unhealthy treats, some good ole talk, a little
debating and a lot of laughs. It was a great opportunity for members from our club and other clubs to
bond and build a relationship with each other. We thank all who came to our seminar, and look
forward to your participation at other events.
INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEANUP
Every year, thousands of volunteers around the world
gather on waterways, to participate in the International
Coastal Clean Up Activity organized by Ocean
Conservancy. Volunteers not only gather trash but also
record each and every kind of trash collected.
On Saturday September 19th, 2015, The Rotaract Club of
Piarco UWI was proud to participate in this year's
International Coastal Clean-up in Chagville Chaguarams,
with Plasti-keep. Eager volunteers, prospective members,
members and board members, converged outside the LRC
Auditorium of the University of the West Indies, St.
Augustine, waiting for the commencement of their clean-
up adventures.
At the site, we were bombarded by an abundance of
plastic, some stray wooden pallets, an old refrigerator,
articles of clothing and other items, which had us baffled
as to the reason of its presence on the beach. The beach
clean-up would not have been complete without us turning
into temporary environmental activists, spewing monologues of our dissatisfaction at the pronounced
amount of trash found, and the blatant disregard for the environment, which encouraged us all to
reflect on our contributions to environmental neglect and pollution, and to brainstorm solutions that
we can share with our friends and family.
After what seemed like 5 hours (it certainly was
nowhere close to 5 hours), of cleaning up the footprints
of man, exposing our skins to the possibilities of minor
rashes, and plunging our fingers into the sand.
ROTARACT CLUB OF ROSEAU
Rotaract Club “Roseau-tober” Projects
Anyone who thinks all is lost after suffering from a disaster of any magnitude has another thing
coming. The Rotaract Club of Roseau has proven that almost two (2) months after the deadly Tropical
Storm Erika. The Rotaract Club of Roseau bounced back with vigour in efforts to keep the name and
purpose of the club alive. On October 3rd, the Finance Committee sweetened the capital, Roseau with
a "Sweet Escape" cup cake sale to raise funds that would assist in the post TS Erika relief efforts. On
the 10th, the Community Service Committee directed a blood donation activity that was initiated to
assist the people who were physically affected through injuries by the storm. The International
Committee brought some cheer and laughter with an “Around The World” culinary project which
tested the culinary skills of the club members where members were challenged to create dishes from
five (5) different nations around the world which included Italy, Canada, Spain and France. After all
the hurt and pain we endured as a nation it was definitely welcoming to see smiles on the faces of our
members, motivation to keep the spirit of Service above Self alive.
Figure 1 Blood Donation Figure 2 Around the World Project
Figure 3 Blood Donation Figure 4 Sweet Treats
ROTARACT CLUB OF SAINT KITTS
CARDIN HOME RESIDENTS TREATED TO NATIONAL HEROES
BREAKFAST
On Wednesday,16th September 2015, National Heroes Day, the residents and staff of the Cardin
Home for The Elderly were treated to a “Heroes” Breakfast prepared by the Rotaract Club of St. Kitts.
The sumptuous menu, which consisted of an assortment of dishes, fresh fruits, and hot beverages, was
served to the some eighty (80) persons who are currently living at the Health Care Facility.
Members and Prospective members of the Rotaract club of St. Kitts along with the members Rotary
Club of St. Kitts and Rotary Club Of Liamigua helped prepare the breakfast at the home.
After the breakfast, members used the occasion to fellowship with the residents, sharing stories and
singing. The management, staff offered and residents voiced words of appreciation and thanked the
Rotaractors for providing another delicious meal and camaraderie.
This has become an Annual event on the Club’s Calendar and is one of the many ways it continues to
“give back” to the Community.
“This project first started in 2001. Since then, every year the general membership eagerly looks
forward to coming to the Cardin Home to prepare and serve breakfast. The Annual venture continues
to provide the ideal opportunity for us to take the time to show our gratitude to the persons who have
made their mark on our Society at some point or the other and are ever so often forgotten,” stated
Matthew.
NEWS LETTER FOR DISTRICT OCTOBER 2015
The Rotaract Club of St. Kitts had a busy and productive October. Several activities took place in this
month that gave our prospective members a taste of what it is to be a part of Roraract. A run down of
activities we did this month was Tree planting, proposal writing, Help our sponsor club’s International
Dinner and was visited by our ADRR Midgji Verdol and DRC Dominique Verne and did several
activities with them
On the 10 of October The Rotaract Club of St. Kitts helped it’s sponsor club The Rotary Club of St. Kitts
with it’s international dinner which proceeds would go to Dominica relief Retractors mix, mingled and
helped with the ushering of persons to tables and food areas. This activity would have been the first
activities our prospective members would have done with Rotaract and so it was a good opportunity
for them to have see firsthand what the partnership between Rotary and Rotaract can achieve.
The following week Saturday the 17th of October the President of the Rotaract Club of St. Kitts, gave
an informative presentation to the prospective members and members on proposal writing. The
group welcomed the information and some prospective members
could not wait to use the information given.
Several activities that were carried out by our club on the weekend of
the 24th of October 2015 first of this was the second community.
ROTARACT CLUB OF SAINT LUCIA
FELLOWSHIP CAMP: “ON A NEXT LEVEL”
The Rotaract Club of St. Lucia hosted its Fellowship Camp on October 2nd – 5th 2015. The camp was
held at the Choiseul Secondary School, approximately 25-30 members from our club as well as the
South Club participated in the camp. Camp “On a Next level” kicked off on the Friday evening with
Dinner/Registration and concluded in a very exciting game of water fight girls versus guys in the wee
hours of the morning. Saturday Morning was Community Service, where we painted 3 classrooms in
the school as well the initials of the school to the back of hundreds of chairs. After community Service
there was a river lime followed by our theme party the “NO THEME PARTY” in the night. On Sunday
morning into the early afternoon members and guests engage in some very competitive Fun Sports
where they enjoyed games such as balloon toss, egg toss, three-legged race and bun eating
competition among other exciting fun games. A short informal closing ceremony was held on Sunday
evening where members were awarded for their team spirit and effort over the weekend. Monday
was all day departures. It was indeed a very fun-packed weekend where members got the
opportunity to fellowship with each other.
ROTARACT CLUB OF SAN FERNANDO
ROTARY & ROTARACT CLUBS OF SAN FERNANDO HOSTS
COMMUNITY MEDICAL OUTREACH
On Sunday 27th September, 2015, the Rotary and Rotaract Clubs of San Fernando held one of their
joint projects for the 2015/2016 Rotary Year. This project, a medical outreach, was held in the
community of Macaulay near central Trinidad. The project saw medical personnel (10 doctors and 2
dentists) and other volunteers coming together to render, to the residents of the community, services
such as blood pressure testing, blood glucose testing, measurements of Body Mass Index (BMI),
dental consultancy and general medical consultancy.
The project was well received by members of the community who took full advantage of the range of
services being offered at no cost to them. After the project, members of both the Rotary and Rotaract
Clubs, along with the volunteers gathered at the home of one of the Rotarians for some light-hearted
and well enjoyed fellowship. While there, we acknowledged and celebrated the birthday of one of
the Rotaractors, who played an integral part in the planning and execution of this service project.
ROTARACT CLUB OF SANGRE GRANDE
NECESSARY PAPERWORK - CLUB REPORTING
On Saturday, September 19th, 2015, the Rotaract Club of Sangre Grande held its first Professional
Service activity for the Rotaract year 2015/2016, which took the form of a Necessary Paperwork
session on Club Reporting.
Five members of Team RCSG, Rotarian Arleen, and three Prospective Members listened attentively to
the presentation done by DRR Giselle. Her presentation was very concise. It outlined the pertinent
components of a report. Moreover, emphasis placed on identifying project goals, properly
documenting income and expenditure, and bearing your audience in mind as you write the report.
After the presentation, DRR Giselle took questions and suggestions from everyone in attendance.
These helped to clarify a myriad of doubts that ranged from District vs. Club dues to the judging
criteria for Club of the Year.
Overall, it was a particularly informative session. Club reporting is such an integral part of Rotaract;
sessions like these are an absolute must.
WE ARE PEACEFUL PEOPLE
On Saturday, September 19th, 2015, members of the Rotaract Club of Sangre Grande, joined by DRR
Giselle, New Generations Chair Arleen, and Prospective Member Summer, attended a most
illuminating session at the Brahma Kumaris Yoga Centre in Sangre Grande.
A peaceful mind is a necessary component in leading a healthier lifestyle. As such, the visit to the
Yoga Centre was an appropriate jumping off point for Team RCSG’s participation in the District 7030
Community Service challenge.
As requested, the day’s session focused on the ways in which we, as individuals, cope with our hectic
lifestyles that revolve around school, work, volunteerism and family. Sister Omah stressed (pun
unintended) the importance of finding that balance between our physical and spiritual selves. By
strengthening our spiritual side, and by extension, our minds, we will learn to ignore negative,
outside influences that threaten to unnerve us.
Acknowledging that this would take years of practice, Sister Omah suggested that we start small. She
instructed that every morning, before starting our respective days, that we recite: “I am a peaceful
person” for three to five minutes. Over time, we will hopefully grow spiritually and be better able to
cope with stress.
It’s definitely a work in progress, and Team RCSG is up to the challenge. Next Tuesday’s session
deals with anger management.
Here’s to inner peace!
ROTARACT CLUB OF TOBAGO
THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER
SCOTIABANK 5K CLASSIC & REPUBLIC BANK “WALK 4 LIFE”
The Rotaract Club of Tobago showed support to the fight against
Cancer by participating in not one but two walks which sought to
raise awareness and funding in support of the ongoing fight against
this deadly disease.
On Saturday 17th October, the club joined others as they took to
the streets of Bon Accord to complete the Scotiabank 5K Classic. A
walk attributed to the fight against Breast Cancer. Funds raised
from this event would assist in covering the cost of screenings,
mammograms and ultrasounds.
The ladies of the club
represented well with
Rotaractor Alina and PDRR Vanessa placing 8th and
10th respectively overall in their age category.
On Sunday 18th October, members of the club participated in the
Republic Bank “Walk 4 Life” Cancer Walk. Club President
Jasiyah and PDRR Julien among others were present and showed
their support to the cause.
The Rotaract Club of Tobago continue to provide unwavering support to entities
that are working towards raising awareness of the steps we can take to reduce the risk of getting
cancer and raising funds to help fight against this disease through groundbreaking research,
information and support to those affected directly and indirectly by its existence.
ROTARACT CLUB OF UNIVERSITY OF GUYANA
RCUG JOINS THE COASTAL CLEAN-UP
On Saturday, September 19th, 2015, The Rotaract Club of University of Guyana partnered with the
Caribbean Youth Environment Network, Guyana Chapter (CYEN) and the rest of the world to execute
the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC).
This year, ICC was observed under the theme ‘Trash Free Seas, Every Piece, Every Person. Its aim is
to mobilize citizens from all walks of life to remove trash and debris from beaches and waterways all
around the world in order to identify the sources of waste, and change the behavioural patterns that
contribute to pollution.1
About ten Rotaractors attended the event at the Kingston Seawall and cleared litter from the Marriott
Hotel to Camp Street. They were required to pick up each item of garbage individually and record
the item so a final count could be made.
Last year, nearly 680,000 volunteers removed more than 16 million pounds of trash from 91 countries.
The top 10 items found for 2014 were cigarette butts, food wrappers, beverages bottles, bottle caps,
straws, other plastic bags, grocery bags (plastic), beverage bottles (glass), beverage cans and cups
and plates. Interesting finds included bar-b-que grills, wigs and even money. Guyana collected a
total of 3,075 pounds of garbage. 1
1. http://guyanachronicle.com/international-coastal-cleanup/
WEEKEND RETREAT AT 3V’S RESORT, KURU KURURU
The Club Service Committee of the Rotaract Club of the
University of Guyana ended the first quarter of the
Rotaract year with a fun filled Weekend Retreat just
outside of Georgetown at 3 V’s Resort. The weekend,
September 25-27, 2015, created an opportunity for fun
fellowship that included activities such as birthday
celebrations, treasure hunt, campfire and talent night,
which saw rotaractors, prospective members and guest
being creative, spontaneous and competitive.
The Retreat also included two (2) Training Sessions on
Leadership and Time Management. An introspective
view of the individuals that make up the club’s
membership was done and how they see themselves as
leaders by virtue of being involved in Rotaract and
leaders in the society. Time Management is a real issue
for many, as such this session looked at strategies that
can be used to better manage time.
Club Assembly was also held and issues affecting the
club were discussed and more importantly solutions were
given to address the issues and move the club forward.
Everyone attending the Weekend Retreat enjoyed
themselves thoroughly. For two (2) days we lived
together, we laughed together and we learnt together.
This memorable weekend retreat has reminded us of our
love for each other and Rotaract, as we came to the
conclusion that Rotaract is the lifestyle we choose.
DISTRICT REMINDERS
November 30th
Deadline for the submission of articles for the District Newsletter (to DS Kezra & ADS Delon)
CHARTER ANNIVERSARIES
November
04th - Rotaract Club of F.R.E.S.H.
09th – Rotaract Club of Maraval
13th – Rotaract Club of Genesis
16th – Rotaract Club of South West Tobago
26th – Rotaract Club of New Amsterdam
Happy
Charter!
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