LuzMaria Ortiz gives the lifesaving polio drops during NID in India in 2005.
Rotary has been working to eradicate the polio virus for more than 35 years, and we’ve made incredible progress in the fight to rid the world of it forever. Ending a disease is a massive effort by Rotary and our partners.
In support of this objective, our Rotary District 5240 is putting together a team of Rotarians from across the District who will travel to India to participate in a National Immunization Day (NID) scheduled in early February 2024. Please consider participating in this meaningful, impactful, and life-changing humanitarian service opportunity while receiving a rich cultural experience.
Several members of our club have participated NIDs over the years. Those currently active include are:
Judith McCaffrey (Ghana, Northern India)
Karen Kawaguchi (Southern India)
Janet Napier (Southern India)
Connard Hogan (Southern India)
E Russell Smith (Southern India)
Luz Maria Ortiz (Southern India)
Chris Baxter (Northern India, Nigeria)
Here are some useful reference resources:
* Rotary: What is polio and what is our goal?
* Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPIE): Polio Endgame Strategy
Past District Governor Anil Garg of Rotary Club of Simi Valley has organized and led numerous NID teams from our District over the years. Please note that if you are interested in participating, you need to submit no later than November 17th, 2023.
Contact Anil Garg for information at pdgagarg@gmail.com