Last Regular Meeting-Diana Taylor described how alternative resolution techniques like mediation and arbitration can avoid costly and time consuming litigation of disputes.
Surprising, Unsung Tasks Are Part of the Fight against Polio
Rotarian Suzanne Gibson traveled last month to Malegaon, India. After her return she described some aspects of the polio fight which aren't widely known.
Part of a National Immunization Day (NID) in India also entails an effort to collectively introduce antibodies produced by G.I. systems into septic areas within a 48 hour period, thereby killing any polio virus that might linger in waterways.
Malegaon is a high risk area for polio to reappear. Gibson said, "It is a perfect storm of components -- dire and pervasive poverty, poor sanitation and a highly mobile population with a remarkably high incidence of myth and misinformation.
Surveillance efforts revealed the polio virus lurking in sewage test samples, necessitating a laser-focus on this area."
Youth Exchange is one of the most popular programs to promote international understanding and develop lifelong friendships. It began in 1927 with the Rotary Club of Nice, France. In 1939 an extensive Youth Exchange was created between California and Latin America. Since then the program has expanded around the world. In recent years more than 7,000 young people have participated annually in Rotary club- and district-sponsored exchange programs.
The values of Youth Exchange are experienced not only by the high school-age students involved but also by the host families, sponsoring clubs, receiving high schools and the entire community. Youth Exchange participants usually provide their fellow students in their host schools with excellent opportunities to learn about customs, languages, traditions and family life in another country. Youth Exchange offers young people interesting opportunities and rich experiences to see another part of the world. Students usually spend a full academic year abroad, although some clubs and districts sponsor short term exchanges of several weeks or months.
Youth Exchange is a highly recommended program for all Rotary clubs as a practical activity for the enhancement of international understanding and good will.
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