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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