Next year, Rotary takes a step toward supporting peacebuilding in the Middle East and North Africa region when recruitment begins for our newest peace center in partnership with Bahçeşehir University (BAU) in Istanbul.
A series of events in the coming year will recognize the new center at BAU and Rotary's work to promote peace. The 2024 Rotary International Convention in May will mark 25 years since the first Rotary Peace Centers were announced — coincidentally at the Rotary Convention in Singapore in 1999.
Dear Members of the Rotary Family of District 7030,
As we approach the joyous holiday season, I extend my warmest greetings to each and every one of you in this diverse and vibrant Rotary District 7030. Our district, encompassing a rich tapestry of cultures and beliefs, is a testament to the strength that comes from unity in diversity.
In this Christmas edition of our newsletter, I'm reminded of the shared values that bind us together—service above self, goodwill, and the commitment to making a positive impact in our communities by Creating Hope in the World. Whether you celebrate Christmas or simply enjoy the festive spirit that permeates this time of year, may the season bring you joy, peace, and an abundance of cherished moments with loved ones.
IMPACT FOUNDATION MONTH. SUPPORT THE ROTARY ANNUAL FUND
It’s November! It’s Foundation Month! Envision the impact we, as individuals and clubs, can make. It's our moment to propel the Rotary Annual Fund and shape our district, our clubs, and the world. Every contribution paves the way for transformative change.
This year, the Rotary International Annual Global Fund Committee for District 7030, chaired by Dr. Sharon Cordner, Past President and Past Assistant Governor of the Rotary Club of Antigua invites you to play a pivotal role in harnessing the collective power of Rotary to create lasting change. Additionally, it aims to ensure that our district's contributions to the Annual Fund are utilized to fund local and international humanitarian projects, scholarships, vocational training teams, and more.
ROTARY MEMBERSHIP – SOME COMMON QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
In every Rotary club and district, there are certain questions which are repeated every year.
Here are just a few with some answers that may hopefully provide a bit of proactive information for club members and leaders.
Why do we need 20 members to start a new club when there are plenty of clubs already with less than that?
A club needs 20 to charter, if it drops below that then it can continue to operate. However, in certain regions, like Great Britain & Ireland, clubs are able to charter with less than 20. There are certain criteria to fulfil, and clubs are monitored. More details can be obtained from your District Membership Chair.
Get an early start on planning for your district team training seminar.
The District Team Training Seminar Leader’s Guide has materials for learning facilitators to download and use to conduct the seminar. It comes in a zip file with session guides and worksheets that you can tailor to your learning event.
Explore the District Leadership course catalog to find courses designed for various district roles. You can ask participants to take them before the seminar so that your sessions can focus on regional issues or group discussions.
This year, Rotary International President R. Gordon R. McInally is encouraging all members to support better mental health for each other and our communities in order to Create Hope in the World.
As people of action, our members are often exposed to difficult situations while doing humanitarian work.
Take the Resiliency course in the Learning Center and use its tips to promote a culture of care by leading discussions on mental health. You can also talk to members about how building resiliency can help them overcome stress or trauma.
This year’s Interact Awards invites Interact clubs to create an Interact promotion! Develop a promotional video, photo, and/or essay that raises awareness about Interact and shares what being an Interactor means to you and your Interact club. For the second year in the Interact Awards history, submissions will be accepted in Rotary’s official languages (English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Portuguese)!
Submit your video, photo, and/or essay nominations by 3 December 2023 for a chance to be named “Best Video,” “Best Photo,” or “Best Essay” and receive funds to support your Interact club.’
We know you're planning to be in St. Vincent and the Grenadines for District Conference 2024, so we're giving you ten reasons to book that flight for sure!
Follow the District 7030 Conference & Convention Promotion Group on Facebook for all your Conference updates and Countdown to Registration!
HERE'S TWO MORE REASONS TO ATTEND DISTRICT CONFERENCE 2024
Vermont Nature Trail
Shopping in Kingstown
CLUB PROJECTS
ROTARY CLUB OF ANTIGUA,
INSTITUTIONAL HONOUR,
THE MOST PRECIOUS ORDER OF PRINCELY HERITAGE (BRONZE)
This year, the Rotary Club of Antigua celebrates fifty years of a legacy of doing good works for all of Antigua and Barbuda.
Since its establishment in 1972, it has helped scores of individuals in seeking medical treatment locally and abroad at no cost. Through its network of Rotarians around the globe of varying professions, it has assisted the less fortunate by providing a plethora of services at no cost to the poor.
The Rotary Club has made countless interventions over its fifty year history that have changed the circumstances of scores of nationals and residents.
The Rotary Club of Georgetown proudly organized its annual Polio Walk & Breakfast on October 15th, bringing together a diverse group of over 200 participants from the community. The event, held under clear skies and pleasant weather, underscored the community's steadfast commitment to eradicating polio and promoting overall well-being.
The day commenced with a personalized fitness training warm-up session, preparing participants for a purposeful 3-mile walk that concluded at the Georgetown Club. Following the walk, attendees enjoyed a tasteful mimosa breakfast, graciously provided by the club, fostering a sense of camaraderie and accomplishment among the participants.
Recently, our club has embarked on a new and promising venture - a math education project aimed at enhancing the quality of math teaching in collaboration with the Math Vereniging in the Netherlands.
Recognizing the significance of a strong foundation in mathematics, Rotary has undertaken this initiative to contribute to the improvement of math education in schools. The math teachers of RKBO are trained with experienced educators, including our fellow Rotarian and esteemed math teacher, Ewald Levens - our backbone of the teacher training program.
ROTARY CLUB OF PARAMARIBO QUOTA MAKES FUNDRAISING HISTORY IN SURINAME
By achieving a remarkable milestone with its 23rd Quota Men Cook-out on November 4th. The service club secured a record-breaking USD 121,184, thanks to the enthusiastic participation of 36 teams featuring 380 creative cooks from the business sector. All 6,000 tickets were sold out a week before, showcasing the community's overwhelming support. The diverse culinary offerings from different parts of the world, accompanied by inventive cocktails, delighted attendees. The successful Tropical Edition2 raised vital funds, enabling Rotary Quota to execute more projects benefiting children and youth, women, and senior citizens.
ROTARY CLUB OF ST. LUCIA DONATES MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
