Professional Documents
Culture Documents
International Focus
I. RYLA North America Conference 2015
II. 2015 Rotary International Convention
Visits were later held with the Rotaract Clubs of Mt. Hope and Arima and it was great to hear all the
excellent work these clubs have been doing. After the Carnival here in Trinidad and Tobago, I will
resume my visits with hopefully three more clubs this month. As always, I look forward to meeting
with these clubs.
During this time we are also receiving numerous notices of Rotaract Trips around the world. These
trips are an excellent opportunity to meet Rotaractors from around the world and participate in the
work being done by Rotary and Rotaract in host countries. Rotaract Trips are also an excellent
opportunity to learn about the culture and customs of the countries of other Rotaractors participating
in the trips. I therefore wish to encourage all Rotaractors to keep abreast of all the trips that are being
advertised through the Districts Facebook page. All new notifications of trips are posted on the
page, as well as other pertinent local, regional and international Rotary and Rotaract related
information, as well as other matters that affect us as young people and as an organisation.
As we continue our mandate during this short month, let us be reminded to Share the Experiences
we have enjoyed and Live Rotaract in everything we do. Have a wonderful February!
Yours in Rotaract,
Vanessa Boyce
District Rotaract Representative 2014-2015
Rotaract District 7030
If you have any questions please feel free to email at rotarycenters@rotary.org. Thank you for all you
do in helping Rotary promote a more peaceful world.
Sincerely,
The Rotary Peace Centres Department
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People have come to anticipate the involvement of the Rotaract Club of Arima in this annual event
especially through its Mini Talent Show and Hamper Distribution whereby Patrons came prepared to
compete for the Hampers!
Indeed, this event continues to benefit the Senior Citizens, the community at large, and strengthen the
bond between the Rotaract and Rotary Clubs of Arima.
As part of her duties as District Rotaract Representative of RI Rotaract District 7030, Ms. Vanessa
Boyce paid a visit to some Clubs in Trinidad and Tobago on Saturday 24 th January 2015, one of them
being the Rotaract Club of Arima.
The DRR was able to meet with a number of the Clubs long-serving Members and was also
introduced to some its Prospective Members.
The following meeting was highly productive, whereby discussions were held concerning aspects of
the Clubs own operational structure, practices, culture, strengths and shortcomings; its relationships
with its various counterparts within the Rotary International family; and strategic planning for the
Club, the District and Rotaract, by extension. DRR Vanessa also provided updates with regard to the
RI District 7030 Manual of Procedure and the upcoming 29 th Annual RI Rotaract District 7030
Conference.
Subsequently, everyone was able to fellowship in a relaxed atmosphere, while partaking in pizza and
other refreshments.
The Rotaract Club of Arima extends its gratitude towards DRR Vanessa for being able to fulfill her
commitment to its Membership and fellow Clubs in RI Rotaract District 7030!
To encourage people to exercise more, a 5 km walk was also part of the project. Approximately 500
people participated and there were even people from Paramaribo (capital of Suriname) that took
part. Before the walk, there was a very fun warming up session. The participants were all wearing a
special t-shirt with the project theme written on it: Feti Diabetes Tide Gi Wan Gesontu Tamara
(meaning: fight diabetes today for a healthy tomorrow). Rotaract club of F.R.E.S.H. also donated blood
glucose meters to the hospital to support the hospitals diabetes care.
Everyone was very happy with the gifts they received. We also told the story of the meaning of
Christmas in a very creative way. Everyone had to tell a piece of the story so the tale would be
complete. The president gave a speech where she indicated how we need each other to succeed in
everything we want to accomplish. Last but not least we had a karaoke where we sang Christmas
songs to get the Christmassy spirit. This was a successful project we closed the 2014 chapter lovely
with each other.
To give them the feeling that every child would like to have with their family on Christmas
We are pleased to say that all of these goals were achieved the project was a success.
Although the participation from the club was low, we managed to succeed in our goal.
This end of the year sale was a success.
We had a great time with each other. We also celebrated owrujari with each other.
Operation "1000 gifts" this year was again a success, and we collected more than 1,700 gifts to
redistribute.
Both Christmas Trees of Community Centres of the town of Ducos and the city of Fort-de-France, on
13 and 20 December 2014.
By the fruit of our labour for Operation "1000 gifts", the Rotaract Club of Lamentin could have realize
the Christmas Trees in the Community Centres of the town of Ducos and the city of Fort-de-France.
We have distributed 225 gifts to underprivileged children in the two municipalities, and placed
aspirations in their hearts.
These intense and emotional moments, reminds us that the cause defended by the Rotary family is a
great one, and that the projects of Rotary and Rotaract is needed in an increasingly difficult socioeconomic context.
Thus, Rotaractor Savana LAURENT dietetician- nutritionist, gave many tips to maintain a healthy and
balanced diet on a daily basis and prevent risks associated with obesity. At the end of the conference,
students were invited to exchange with professionals, taste dishes and local juices but also to take
part to the "Health Quiz", in relation to the topics of they were taught.
In addition, this project was also intended to communicate the next step of our project: the casting
that would take place the next saturday. This casting would enable us to recruit a youth who will
continue the Jnsan sant program...
The jury was composed of: President Sabine KANCHAM, IPP Gil REYNAUD, CSD Bettina MARIAN, Rot
Savana LAURENT, the nurse and the social worker of the high school, a sports coach and Brother
Jimmy, a well-known and engaged TV presenter who sponsor for the program. In addition to them, as
the program is to be broadcast on local TV networks in the form of a real TV program; a cameraman
was present to capture all the interviews.
After the passage of all candidates, the jury has been so moved by their stories, presentations and
motivations, they decided to reward them by not recruiting young only ONE but TWO youth for the
rest of the program! The Rotaract Club of Pointe--Pitre is proud to announce that the coaching two
young people, to help them fight against their obesity, is now open.
To be continued...
At the end of the session, we were all left in a reflective mode as we prepare for club elections and
consider applying for the District Team 2015-2016. Special thanks to all those who attended the
session, including representatives of the Rotaract Clubs of Piarco (BATCE) and St. Augustine West.
We are grateful for the session which was used as a catalyst to stimulate us to be better servants to at
the club and District.
On Sunday January 25, 2015, members of the Rotaract Club of South Barbados once again joined with
another organisation to service some of the less fortunate within the city of Bridgetown.
This weekly effort, which sees the preparation and serving of more than 100 vegetarian meals each
Sunday, began more than 25 years ago with the provision of meals for 30 - 35 homeless and vagrant
persons within the environs of the main city of Bridgetown.
This feeding exercise was the fifth Community Service activity carried out by the club and precedes
the clubs Annual Kite Flying Competition which is also led by the clubs Community Service
Committee and being held on April 6th, 2015.
Interactors and Rotaractors were present to assist Rotary and ARC members in digging holes and
planting trees. Everyone worked extremely hard to accomplish the task. Although not all the trees
were planted, we came close to the target by planting over 900 trees.
This years dinner saw fifteen (15) Rotaractors, one (1) Rotarian and nine (9) guests taking part in the
project. The venue was the famous Gravity Lounge Restaurant - known for its Classy milieu. This
project impacted the 25 participants positively by creating atmosphere of togetherness and family,
which RCUG prides itself as, thus, participants expressed love, joy and happiness in sharing each
others company. Buddies took the opportunity to interact and share special moments with each
other.
After a round of eating and drinking, we held a small fundraiser concert, host by Club Service.
Rotaractors offered small sums of cash in friendly challenges to other members. The challengee
could then choose to complete the challenge or offer a greater amount to avoid the task. This simple
system resulted in hilarity and a group of possibly embarrassing videos of RCUG members
performing to the best of their abilities and their dear friends unashamedly expressed their
amusement. Dancing singing and even cleaning the hall were a few of the tasks given.
INTERNATIONAL FOCUS
RI President Gary C.K. Huang invites you to join him at the 2015 Rotary International Convention.
Read the presidents welcome.
The So Paulo convention is the perfect venue to experience Rotarys global impact and strengthen
your commitment to creating positive change.
Need more reasons to attend? You will:
Discover new ideas for service and find project partners at the booths in the House of
Friendship.
Hear from some of the worlds leading experts on topics such as water, polio, and social
media.
Develop leadership skills and connect with others who share your hobbies, your profession,
or your humanitarian interests. Attend a special breakout session for incoming club
presidents and the President-elects Leadership Luncheon, where you can exchange ideas
with fellow leaders.
Enjoy the host events, designed to show you the best of So Paulo. Begin planning your Brazil
vacation now with our city guides, maps, and itineraries.
Learn about the 2016 convention in Seoul, Korea, and be able to register on-site.
Did your club sponsor a Youth Exchange student, scholar, or Group Study Exchange in Brazil?
Take this opportunity to reconnect.
Important Deadlines
In addition, DiviSouthwinds has gracious offered us the reduced per night per person rates for pre
and post stay inclusive of breakfast only. The rates are as follows:
Please note that the rates quoted above are in addition to and not included in the conference fees.
We will provide delegates with a list of places where they can seek alternative accommodation for
those Rotaractors who wish to not extend their stay at the hotel.
Car Rentals
Dwayne Pollard
dwayne.pollard@hotmail.com(246) 231-8163
Theme Party
Many of you have requested information on the 2015
District Conference Theme Party. However, we have
decided to keep you in suspense a little longer. Heres
a clue, stay tune for the next District Newsletter for more
clues and see if you can figure out this years theme party.
CHARTER ANNIVERSARIES
February
19th- Rotaract Club of Linden
Happy
Charter!
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