Click here to view the videos entered into the Rotary District 7020 Video Competition. Check out the Rotary Sunrise video and cast your vote for your favourite today!
While there are just a few entrants now, check back often to see new videos added to the page. We are very excited that for the first time, we will be holding a ballot at the District Conference, for Conference Choice, together with online voting, for Rotarians' Choice. The judging team will also select a winning entry, Judges' Choice, to balance out the fact that some clubs and countries have much larger membership than others and could sway the voting.
Good luck to all! The entries are awesome - well done!!
Congrats to our Rotaractors! Submitted by Rotaract Club of Grand Cayman
I am so happy to officially share this news with you all! Each year, Rotaract clubs around the world are asked to submit to Rotary International, a project to be considered for the Rotaract Outstanding Project Awards. This year, the board decided to submit RCGC's Brown Paper Bag Project as its impact was noteworthy. Then, a couple of weeks ago, I found out we had been awarded the Rotaract Outstanding Project Award for the USA, Canada & Caribbean region!!! I was floored, honoured and humbled all at the same time!
This award just goes to show that good work and dedication of a vibrant membership can not go unnoticed. So, thank you for your continued commitment to RCGC and our community!
Click Here to read the link on Rotary International.
Proudly,
Steph
President
Rotaract Club of Grand Cayman
Rotary Relief Efforts in Nepal - Message from RI President Submitted from Rotary International
Dear Rotarians, we express our profound sadness and extend our sympathies to all those affected by the devastation resulting from the 25 April deadly earthquake in Nepal. Rescue missions and emergency aid continue to arrive in Nepal for the 8 million people impacted by the massive 7.8 magnitude quake.
As we mourn the thousands of lost lives, Rotary joins many international agencies in providing immediate relief to survivors and mobilizing our expertise to support long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts.
How to help:
District 3292, Nepal, has established a disaster relief fund to provide needed equipment and supplies to affected communities. Contact District Governor Kumar Piya for information about contributing to the fund.
Rotary’s service partner ShelterBox is working closely with Nepali Rotarians to coordinate immediate relief efforts. On Monday, 27 April, and Wednesday, 29 April, Rotarians greeted ShelterBox response teams in Nepal who will mobilize temporary housing and relief efforts. An initial 1,000 housing tents and 1,000 shelter kits will be distributed throughout affected communities. Two more ShelterBox relief teams and additional kits are ready to be deployed once further assessments are complete. Learn more about supporting ShelterBox’s relief efforts.
As with all disasters, the Rotary family may apply for global grants to support long-term recovery efforts in Nepal. Once immediate health, safety, and relief efforts have been addressed, work with local Nepali Rotary members and their international partners to develop projects within Rotary’s six areas of focus.
Monitor the announcements section of My Rotary for more information as it becomes available and do not hesitate to contact relief@rotary.org with any questions.
Our thoughts are with our Nepali neighbors during this difficult time. Thank you for continuing to Light Up Rotary through your compassion and generosity.
Yours in Rotary,
Gary C.K. Huang
President, Rotary International 2014-15
Shelterbox - Rotary's Response to Disaster in Nepal Submitted by Rotary International
Rescue missions and emergency aid continue to arrive in Nepal after a massive earthquake hit the country on 25 April, killing at least 5,200 people and injuring thousands more. The 7.8-magnitude quake, the worst to hit Nepal in more than 80 years, has affected 8 million people in the country's 39 districts, including 1.4 million needing food assistance, according to government officials.
Rotary District 3292 in Nepal set up a disaster relief fund to help victims in the hardest hit areas. Immediate funds will go towards food, water, medical supplies, and shelter.
Rotary partner ShelterBox is sending a response team to the affected areas to determine immediate needs. Because of previous disasters in Nepal, the group already has tents and other nonfood items ready for deployment.
April in New York is a time to bloom, in the streets, the park and on the shoreline. For me, it was in the Leonard Tourne Gallery on Madison Avenue.13 For four days I filled my life with the promise that spring brings, and one of the things spring brought was the opportunity to launch my book, “Sixteen Chickens On A Trampoline” in New York City. What a rush!
The opportunity came as a result of an invitation from artist Christel Ibsen, who splits her time between Grand Cayman, New York and Normandy France. In New York’s Leonard Tourne Gallery, Christel, who was exhibiting her work for the month of April, convinced the gallery owner that a one person show could be made that much more interesting if it became a two, three or more person showcase featuring a variety of artists. She envisioned cabaret singers, authors and even United Nations organisations taking the stage beside her paintings. Well, being an artist, what Christel envisions usually comes to life. I was one of the privileged to be invited, and was to share the evening with Dr. Robert Zuber, director of U.N. Global Action to Prevent War And Armed Conflict (GAPW).
On Thursday April 23rd I met with Director Dr. Zuber at his office at the United Nations Plaza and over lunch we discussed how GAPW might link with my passion, which is literature. Both of us donate our time and energy to our passions: Dr. Zuber spends a lot of unpaid time with the Security Counsel, working on ways to empower the underprivileged, and I donate all profits from my book to Rotary Sunrise’s Literacy Is For Everyone (LIFE) where I am a member of the executive team.
That evening, before signing books, I addressed the audience that had gathered at the gallery and told them about my passion for literacy, a bit about the book, and the story behind the name. I then passed the floor to Robert who spoke about how literacy - not just for us but also for people worldwide – is crucial to peace and understanding among nations. I quote him here:
Sometimes we have to return to basic principles. I spent this morning, as I spend many mornings, in the Security Council. Today the Crown Prince of Jordan joined with many Foreign Ministers to discuss how to keep young people from being recruited into extremist groups. Some of diplomats talked about how young people need to read more about human rights to appreciate better their own advantages and responsibilities but also to understand and highlight the twisted values and priorities of the terrorists. For others, a different kind of light went on. Why would a young person want to read about human rights if they have no skill in reading or any real hope for having their own rights respected?
For me, the four fine days in New York were an adventure and an opportunity. Not only did I meet fascinating figures like Dr. Zuber, but I also met a literary agent who expressed interest in my book. New York was truly a time to bloom and grow. A time of anticipation and hope.
Rotarian, Faye Lippitt
Charter Night is set for Wednesday, April 15th at Mizu Restaurant, Camana Bay. The event will run from 6:00pm to 8:30pm. This is an opportunity to celebrate our 13th birthday and award those in the community who engage in the same motto as Rotary "Service Above Self".
This is the first time we are holding our Charter Night at Mizu Restaurant and we're told by the Manager, Steve Shienfield that Rotarians will not be disappointed in the selection, quality and quantity of appetizers. The appetizers will be a mixture of menu items from Mizu and Waterfront restaurants.
Cost is CI $25 which covers food and the venue.
Alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages can be ordered directly from the bar, and it will be a cash bar.
This is our 13 year anniversary and President Kim would be extremely grateful if you could attend.
- See more at: http://portal.clubrunner.ca/1534/Event/c33a5a05-0ca9-4843-b2fb-3ebbd5d017a9#sthash.IW3tbaL4.dp
Last Week at Rotary Sunrise... Submitted by Communications
In case you missed us last week, below are highlights and photos from the meeting:
Vanuatu relief fund collections
Recognized success of the Guaruma Photo Exhibition and the Chamber of Commerce Roadside Clean up
President Kim reminded members about registering for the District Conference taking place May 12-16 in Montego Bay Jamaica
Club announcements
The highlight of the meeting was Rotarian Su Mander's 'Who you fah' talk
July 1 Duty Roster
Greeter: Frank Balderamos Raffle:Barbara Anley
Four Way Test: Alison Shirlaw
Grace: Sergeant: Ian Comins
Birthdays and Anniversaries for the Month of March
Submitted by Club Service Committee
Member Birthdays
Gordon Hewitt - May 10
Woody Foster - May 19
Andy Scott - May 25
Rotary Anniversary
Jeff Jefferson - 15 years - May 1
Robert Ketron - 3 years - May 1
Bob Kostich - 8 years - May 2
Irene Gut - 3 years - May 9
Notices & Reminders
Make-ups: In addition to make-up opportunities at Sunrise you can make up at another Club in Grand Cayman. The meeting time and place of the other Clubs are: Rotaract Blue: Wednesdays at 6:00pm at Royal Palms Beach Club, 537 West Bay Road Rotaract Club of Grand Cayman: Thursdays at 7:00am at Treats Restaurant in West Shore Plaza, West Bay Road
Rotary Club of Grand Cayman Central: Tuesdays at 7:30pm at
Grand Old House.
Rotary Club of Grand Cayman: Thursdays at 12:30pm at The Westin
Rotary E-Club of the Caribbean 7020: Online meetings any time. Visit the new e-club platform at http://e7020clubhouse.ning.com If members are unable to make a regular weekly meeting or Rotary event, make-ups can be done online. The e-Club website is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You just need to spend a minimum of 30 minutes on the site and answer some questions to get the make up certificate.
Travelling: If you are going to be travelling for an extended period of time - more than two weeks be sure to let the Secretary know and remember to submit any make-ups you do in a timely manner.
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