Peace. District Governor s E-M A G A Z I N E. February 2017 Peace Month EDITION DISTRICT FOCUS BECAUSE WE BELIEVE

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1 February 2017 Peace Month EDITION District Governor s E-M A G A Z I N E DISTRICT FOCUS BECAUSE WE BELIEVE Peace Rotary District

2 FromThe District Governor Dear Rotarians, Peace and Conflict Prevention/ Resolution month Rotarians! February is yet another exciting and busy month for us as Rotarians. It comes with much energy and hope for all of us and Rotary beneficiaries. I am enjoying serving Humanity through Rotary and I sence the same in the entire District. January was a very eventful and fulfilling month for me and the District at Large. Much service has been given to Humanity especially with the renewed energy that has come with the new year and the zeal to Serve Humanity through Rotary. Clubs have taken their communities by storm as they made their hands dirty during the Rotarians at Work Day. It amazing to see Rotarians put aside their Vocations and positions, roll up their sleeves and do the noble thing of selfless service because we believe in the course of Rotary! Rotary has gained much publicity one on one and through national media throughout the District which is commendable! Your commitment as Rotarians and Rotary District leaders goes far beyond words! Fellow Rotarians, thank you for your support and belief in Rotary. It is this belief that has saved countless lives in our communities and brought hope to multiple of hopeless women and children through our selfless service to humanity. February each year serves as our Peace and Conflict Prevention/ Resolution month. In this month we promote peace and conflict prevention in 2 DG Magazine February Edition Rotary District

3 THE DISTRICT GOVERNOR many innovative ways. From our part of the world the need for this cannot be overemphasized as we all know, we encounter these conflicts everyday especially among warring communities in the District. As Kenya approaches its general elections, what an opportunity for Rotarians to go back to their various communities and begin to preach peace and come up with unprecedented innovative ways of conflict resolution. Let us also continue to encourage Peace scholarship applications among our people for maximum impact. You and I, as Rotarians must be the perfect example of tolerance and Peace makers. Because we truly believe, in the ethos of Rotary, I have the conviction that nothing shall be too difficult for us as we look to tackle the challenges of the future. As a people, we are proud of what we have achieved and we should be proud of the progress we have made thus far, but evidently, we must fix our eyes to the goal! We all have a goal as individuals in Rotary, yet we collectively have our Rotary Goals! We do have the intention to make the world a better place and more so a Peaceful world for our generation and the next in days to come. Our communities depend on us. The world depends on us. Let us look to minister peace in the best way we know how and as if it only depends on us! I am happy that clubs continue to induct new members across the District. Remember I insist on quality. Induct quality Rotarians. Commitment is key for any club member. If only we can achieve this quality and commitment, then we have hope to accomplish even more. Unity is strength. Where there is unity, God already commands a blessing. Many thanks to all who have registered for the District Conference and Assembly- Kisumu. My DCA Team is burning the midnight oil to put together your most memorable learning yet fun DCA. If you are yet to Register, don t even think about it, do register today. From my wife Dorothee & I, May you prosper in all you do! No one can see the future. No one knows what changes lie ahead. But I have faith in Rotary, and in Rotarians, that with every passing year, you will make our world a better place through Rotary Serving Humanity. ~ Serving Humanity John F. Germ President, Rotary International District Governor s Diary My DCA Team is burning the midnight oil to put together your most memorable learning yet fun DCA. If you are yet to register, don t even think about it, do register today. ~DG Richard Omwela Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 3

4 PEACE AND CONFLICT PREVENTION RESOLUTION MONTH ROTARIANS!

5 RI President Ian H.S. Riseley announces his presidential theme, Rotary: Making a Difference By Ryan Hyland Rotary International President-elect Ian H.S. Riseley made the case on Monday that protecting the environment and curbing climate change are essential to Rotary s goal of sustainable service. Riseley, a member of the Rotary Club of Sandringham, Victoria, Australia, unveiled the presidential theme, Rotary: Making a Difference, to incoming district governors at Rotary s International Assembly in San Diego, California, USA. Environmental degradation and global climate change are serious threats to everyone, Riseley said. They are having a disproportionate impact on those who are most vulnerable, those to whom Rotary has the greatest responsibility. Yet environmental issues rarely register on the Rotary agenda, he said. Riseley added, The time is long past when environmental sustainability can be dismissed as not Rotary s concern. It is, and must be, everyone s concern. The president-elect challenged every Rotary club to make a difference by planting a tree for each of its members between the start of the Rotary year on 1 July and Earth Day on 22 April Trees remove carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases from the air, which slows global warming. It is my hope that the result of that effort will be far greater than the environmental benefit that those 1.2 million new trees will bring, Riseley said. I believe the greater result will be a Rotary that recognizes our responsibility not only to the people on our planet, but to the planet itself. In his address to the class of district governors, Riseley also urged clubs to improve their gender balance and lower the average age of their members. Only 22 percent of Rotary s members are women, up from 13 percent 10 years ago. At that rate, Riseley said, it will take another three decades for Rotary to achieve gender parity. Noting that 103 of the 539 incoming governors are women, Riseley said they are the type of women we need in Rotary, leaders who will help Rotary connect with, and represent, and better serve, all of the members of all our communities. Riseley also believes it is imperative that clubs find ways to attract and engage younger members. Today only 5 percent of reported members are under 40, and a majority of members are over 60, Riseley told the audience. Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 5

6 CONTENTS FEATURES RI President Ian H.S. Riseley announces his presidential theme, Rotary: Making a Difference 11 Fashion made in Prison 12 Antijigger Campaign In Kwale 13 More Christmas for St Mark s Primary School, Enkutoto 14 Rotary Club of Nairobi South Jaipur Foot Project 15 Fallen off the New Year Resolution Bandwagon? 16 Rotarians at Work Rotary Club of Addis Abbaba at Work 19 Charity Returns Home for Rotary Club of Syokimau A brighter day for Bohara school, Thanks to Rotary! 21 Life Saving Blood Donation Campaign EVERY ISSUE 2 From the DG 7 Message from the Bulletin Chair 8 District Focus 9 D9212 Strategic Plan District Governor s Awards 23 Message from the DCA Chair 25 Wall of FAME 28 Quarterly Calendar 6 DG Magazine February Edition Rotary District

7 Message from the Bulletin Chair Editorial Team PUBLISHER Tabitha Nduta District Newsletter & Bulletin Chair EDITOR Betty Karuu PA to DG Richard Omwela MEMBER Country Newsletter & Bulletin Chair Ethiopia CREATIVE DESIGNER Stephen Wathuri PHOTOGRAPHY Laban Gitei Dear Rotarians, Peace to you! The District has been as busy as ever, and the great achievements in every club just leave any reader in wonder! Where do Rotarians derive their energy? I keep asking though am one As you flip through the pages, the photos are gluing as they compliment the unbelievably awesome stories of what the clubs have done. Rotarians went to work and you will note that overalls and gloves were unnecessary for some while some took time to be on gear for work! Hands have been made dirty and communities have been left smiling thanks to Rotary! It was indeed enthralling to see the District Governor Richard and Past Governors as well dirty their hands for the course of Rotary!Awesome projects ran across South Sudan and Ethiopia! Rotary Rocks! The DG e-magazine team are always delighted when the edition finally goes out, as you know, we are sharing the joy of Rotary with you. Thanks again for your fantastic articles. Always remember we depend on you to let the world know what your club is doing in serving humanity. For the coming months, write to us and we shall let the world have it! Allow yourself to spread the good works of Rotary by writing a story, the best way you know how, 300 words and 4-5 action photos and leave the rest to us. Your feedback is always welcome, whether positive or a critique, you help us get better! Have a peaceful read! Rtn. Tabitha Nduta District Newsletter & Bulletin Chair Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 7

8 THE DISTRICT GOVERNOR District Focus..Because We Believe.. Richard Omwela 8 DG Magazine Rotary District February 9212 Rotary District DG Magazine August Edition 8 District Governor

9 D9212 STRATEGIC PLAN District 9212 (Kenya. Ethiopia. South Sudan. Eritrea) STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGIC GOALS 1. Membership & Retention Growth 2. Grow The Rotary Foundation 3. Service Projects 4. Youth Mentorship 5. Enhance Rotary Public Image SERVICE PROJECTS Rotarians at work day (1) Sunshine Rally (1) Vocational Team Training (VTT) 2 Peace Scholarships at least 5 MEMBERSHIP & EXTENTION Membership Growth By 10% 10 New Rotary Clubs 5 New Rotaract Clubs 5 New Interact Clubs Manage a transition from Rotaract to Rotary Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 9

10 THE DISTRICT GOVERNOR District Governor s Awards is a year filled with promise in every sphere of Rotary growth. It is hence of paramount Importance to be on the go for every club in the District The Strategic Planning Team (SPC) led by the District Governor, has made a resolve to grow rotary membership, clubs and The Rotary Foundation significantly through individual Rotarians and clubs. This year, a strong award team has been formed to oversee the awarding of clubs and individual Rotarians who will significantly affect both membership and foundation giving. #upforgrabs Rotarians Challenge The first 100 Rotarians who contribute $500 to the Rotary Foundation towards a Paul Harris Fellow (Annual Fund), will be matched with $500 for a full Paul Harris Fellow (PHF). The contribution may also attract multiple Paul Harris Fellows. The award is open from 1st July 2016 to 28th February The award is on first come first serve basis! Club President s Challenge DG Richard Omwela will award a full Paul Harris Fellow (PHF) worth $1000 to any club president (2016/17) who achieves a net membership increase of 40% from the list of members as at 1st July 2016 to 31st March 2017 and qualifies to receive a presidential citation by March 31st Past President s Challenge The DG s will award a full Paul Harris (PHF) worth of $1000 to any past president who charters a new rotary club. Terms and conditions: a. The past president submits a completed New Club Survey form and sponsor club form duly approved by the sponsor club s president and secretary. b. The DG will formally appoint the past president as the special representative in planning and organizing the new club formation. c. The club should have charter at least 6 members who have paid their dues to RI and the District and duly registered as Rotarians on the RI website. d. The club should be chartered before 31st January DG Magazine February Edition Rotary District

11 Community Service Fashion made in Prison Club President Monica Mwangi and past AG Phoebe Gitau attended the Miss Langata Prison 2016 beauty pageant at Kenya s only maximum security prison for women. The women on the catwalk were stunning in their beauty, but also in their creative talent. As it turned out, every outfit and accessory worn by these models behind bars had been designed and made by women serving long term sentences at the facility. The stories behind these women and crimes that landed them in prison took away the glamour of this first time encounter with fashion behind bars. 90% of these clients as they are referred to by the prison administration are single mothers; many of them school dropouts, aged between 19 and 35 years. While some are in prison for crimes like robbery to murder, others came into conflict with the law as a result of economic challenges or pursuit of survival. They all share one thing in common a bleak future once released from prison, with no hope of finding employment or resources to engage in legal income generating activities. Many go back to crime and end up back in jail. RC Karura saw an opportunity to address the plight of these women and for this cause that the Club President climbed Mt Kenya to raise funds to initiate a support programme to assist women upon discharge from incarceration. We commissioned in-mates in Langata to design and make outfits, which were show-cased during the Club s annual dinner dance to raise more funds. The first beneficiary of this initiative is Halima, an ex-convict who was released in December after serving more than 8 years for whom we bought a sewing machine. RC Karura will also buy tools to support the Langata Women s prison skills development programme. The Club has been co-opted in the prison s quarterly discharge board to identify potential beneficiaries of the project. An economic empowerment grant proposal targeting vulnerable women and youth is in the pipeline, and in which women being released from prison will be among the target beneficiaries. Monica Mwangi President ( ) Rotary Club of Karura Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 11

12 Community Service Antijigger Campaign In Kwale Rotary Club of Kwale is doing exploits in the Burani Community at the coastal region of Kenya. A serious need was realized in the jigger infested community and the Rotaruy Club has risen to the occasion. The community needs urgent jigger treatment as well as hygiene education among other things. Having launched the project early this Rotary year, it was time to roll up the sleeves and help the community join other Kenyans in building the nation besides being self reliant. The project saw scores of Rotarians, like minded partners and villagers come out in large numbers to join hands in eradicating jiggers. The day started with training on treatment, classroom, ground and house treatment and ended with human treatment. In teams, the club launched to the school and jigger infested neighbourhood for a day long exercise. Children had the best day ever as a ray of hope Shone on their blank faces, they were going back to school again! The exercise was followed up by the Interact club of Maendeleo Academy who volunteered to visited the homes and school. The reports are amazing as classroom attendance has increased considerably and families can now go about their daily chores without a problem. The club has since distributed shoes to school going children and has treated about 6500 jigger infested people. Many committed people join Rotary. They understand, that together, can do much more good in the world. Many thanks to our partners who continue to support this project. They include the County Public Health Office, Base Titanium, KEMRI/Nagasaki, The Good Samaritans, 4 Kenya Trust, the CBOs Pamoja, VBB and the Interact Club of Maendeleo Academy. Contact: Charles Luusa President RC Kwale charlesluusa@yahoo.com 12 DG Magazine January Edition Rotary District

13 Community Service More Christmas for St Mark s Primary School, Enkutoto On a sunny January 14 th, 2017 morning that ushered a hot day, a group of Rotarians& Rotarators woke up in high spirits to travel to Kajiado County to serve humanity. St. Marks Primary school has population of 117 pupils and was adopted by RC Milimani in The Club members were going for the official opening of the new class 8 classroom. The club helped to complete the construction of the classroom and equiped it with 26 desks. The proceeds raised by the District Governor President inauguration made this possible. Prior to the donation, pupils used to sit on stones while studying under a tree. The club also donated school books from RC Karen and 72 sweaters to the pupils to protect them from the cold during the rainy season. Enkutoto is not a place you would spend your Saturday. The noble course of positively touching the lives of children in that small, newly established school in the middle of nowhere is what can send someone to Enkutoto. Rotarians then divided into eight groups proceeded to every class for a session of mentorship. Thereafter the School head teacher, Mr.Sayiore and Rotarian Agina, who had been very instrumental in organizing this memorable event led Rotarians and the school community through the official opening ceremony.under the leadership of Assistant Governor (AG) Protus Lumiti, AG Jane Mberia, President Gichu Wahome, Rotarians& Rotaractors served the joyous children with snacks and sodas for lunch. This project is an initiative of RC Milimani, not because it is a club of the rich and famous, but because of the significance of small contributions put together by big hearts in the service to humanity. If only more people of goodwill would be inspired to join the world of Rotary, then the little individual effort pooled together will go a long way to fight polio, provide clean water, educate every child, provide quality health-care and empower mankind economically for a better world. Rotary Serving to Humanity By Rotarian Otieno Paul-Peter, RC Milimani. Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 13

14 Community Service Rotary Club of Nairobi South Jaipur Foot Project Rotary Club of Nairobi South Centennial Activity was a Jaipur Foot & Wheel Chair Donation Camp held on 18 th. September 2016; at the Shree LohanaMahajanMandal Hall. On that day over one hundred physically challenged people from all over the country received free artificial limbs and wheelchairs. The event was graced by our District Governor Richard Omwela who witnessed the end results of our Westland s Jaipur Foot Centre, wherehe visited. The Centennial Event received wide publicity from both the print and local media. Rotary Club of Nairobi South started Jaipur Foot Project in 1990 with a Mission to help the physically challenged (amputees) who are financially weak and underprivileged. Its main objective is to change the lives of the physically handicapped people; through provision of free artificial limbs and modified footwear to disabled persons to enable them walk again andregain their selfrespect and human dignity. The beneficiaries also undergo physical, economic and social rehabilitation to become useful members of their community. The Jaipur Foot is the only non-articulated foot in the world that provides mobility. It enables amputees to walk, run, swim, squat, sit cross legged and walk on uneven terrain including work in wet muddy fields In Kenya the common causes of amputation include Road Accidents, Diabetes, Cancer, Congenital defects and Snake Bites among others. Jaipur Foot is today the most widely used prosthetic foot in the world. Our project is sustained through regular donations received from individual donors, Community groups, institutions andsympathizers. Their generous contributions enable our project purchase raw materials at a cost of Kshs. 10,000 per foot. Our Centre produces 100 prosthetic Foot in a month and 25 Wheel Chairs. Since its inception in July 1990 our workshop has served 29,807 beneficiaries from all over the country. The project operates like a hospital as each prosthetic is individually made for the patient. The making of the prosthetic foot is easy and fast and needs no maintenance. Contacts : Rtn. AlakieMboya Club President 2016/2017 Rotary Club of Nairobi South 14 DG Magazine February Edition Rotary District

15 Fallen off the New Year Resolution Bandwagon? You had made a New Year resolution to lose at least 3 kilos by the end of March. However, this resolution is fast heading south because you haven t lost even an iota of weight! Don t get discouraged. We all start the New Year on very high spirits until daily life realities dawn on us, and we settle back to the usual routines and being tossed about by the vicissitudes of life. We quickly fall into a slump and shelve all the grand plans we had. However, we must be true to ourselves and get back on track. Remember you made the resolutions for your own improvement and well being, hence you owe it to yourself to accomplish the task ahead. So how do you get back on the horse? Here are a few helpful tips. It s all in the mind!: Most battles are won or lost first in the mind. This is where you need to start. Make a firm decision and have a contract with yourself to get back right away if you encourage yourself and get back a right frame of mind that it can be done, you are on to a good start. Do not procrastinate any more: The cliché the journey of a thousand miles begins with a first step is so true. Just start doing what you agreed with yourself to do. Small steps at a time then within no time you will fall into the rhythm like clockwork. To help you with this, pick a specific time and date to start. Get an accountability buddy: Some of your friends may have made the same resolution as you and it helps to have someone challenge you to continue as you are on the same road. If you do not have a buddy and can afford it, get a professional in the area of your resolution to help you where you are stuck. For example if it was losing weight, enroll in a gym or get a personal trainer who will make sure you reach your goals. Keep a journal: This will help you to monitor your progress as you go. It will also energise you when you realize you are getting nearer to your goals. Reward yourself: There is nothing as good as looking forward to a reward after a job well done. Incentives even to yourself give you the boost you need to keep going. If you have done exceptionally well in maintaining your progress, treat yourself to something or activity you love such as a spa outing or dinner date out at your favourite restaurant. Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 15

16 Community Service Dear Rotarians, May I register my gratitude for your support, turn up and demonstration of the Rotary spirit in making the Rotarians at Work Day a success. I thank each Rotarian and the entire leadership of this Rotary District together with Rotaractors for making the Rotarians at Work Day a huge impact to humanity. I especially convey my gratitude to Country Rotarians at Work officers Chris Otero and Genet Tesfaye of Ethiopia for their priceless support for the success of the Rotarians at Work Day. The Rotarians at Work day is always a wide range of community service activities in giving back to the society. I congratulate each club for its promise to a victorious Rotarians at Work day. You have undoubtedly transformed mindsets through the work done and also changed the point of view of some people s values in life. This is certainly, Service Above Self. The various activities you did ranging from painting, clean up, construction, community awareness programs, health programs to anti jigger campaigns and treatment plus much more have certainly made a difference in society. I believe most of you have seen the photos making rounds on WhatsApp for the various club activities done and I really appreciate this. Once again I ask that you send copies of these photos with a short summary of the activities done by your club to the rotary at work address. For those clubs that perhaps did activities that could take more than a day such as construction are asked to give a report of the same together with photos once the projectis done. I am a happy Rotarian! Yours in Rotary, Ann Vanlauwe. District Rotary at Work Chair 16 DG Magazine February Edition Rotary District

17 Community Service Rc Addis Abbaba at Work Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 17

18 Community Service Rotarians at Work Paint Project at Saint John s Primary school Korogocho, Nairobi On Saturday, 21 st January 2017, at about 9am, Rotarians, Rotaractors, friends, and family gathered at St. Johns School in Korogocho, to give a face lift to the classes, walls and gates of the school. On various occasions when we have visited the school, it has been an eye sore to see the walls and the classes in such deplorable state and yet these children have no other choice but to sit in these classes. When the opportunity came for Rotarians at Work day to work in the community, it was an easy choice for us and we started embarking on assessing the needs in the school. Painting the school as this would give the children a brighter and clean environment to learn from. On learning of this initiative, Basco Paints and Dura Coat accepted to partner with us and graciously donated all the paint we needed, brushes and rollers and other paint accessories. Not only that, they provided us with experts who would help us in making sure we did an excellent job. Rotary Club of Madaraka also donated manpower, food and drinks for all the painters. Rotaract clubs of University of Nairobi, Kenyatta University, and Korogocho also joined in the life changing cause. Nearly eighty people were present to make hands dirty on this day. The Rotary Club of Nairobi East and the school has over 15 years working relationship. The Club chartered the Rotaract Club of Korogocho which mainly consists of university students who want to make a difference in their community. Some of the activities that the club has we supported in the school include: Quarterly Mentorship engagements, Scholarships for best performing students, establishment of a school Library, Performance improvement awards for pupils and teachers, Infrastructural Support and Medical and hand wash Camps. Contacts: Joe Kamau President RC Nairobi East joe.kamau@emcconnected.com 18 DG Magazine February Edition Rotary District

19 Community Service Charity Returns Home for Rotary Club of Syokimau Rotary Club of Syokimau carried out a clean-up in Syokimau estate on January 21 during the Rotarians at work day. The event turned out an awareness campaign among the busy residents of Syokimau. Tens of driving couples pulled to the road side that morning to enqure on who we were and why we were doing the exercise. Most residents thought the club was fundraising and therefore they needed to pay for the services rendered. To their shock, the young club was just giving back to the community. Amaizingly, the residents were curious to know Rotary and what we do. As a young club, we experienced firsthand evangelism for Rotary which gave us lots of fulfillment and hope for membership growth. Led by our able Club President, Rotarian Sidy Nduta, Rotarians came out in numbers to join in the exercise in high spirits and we all returned to the club with much joy. This is a norble task we have undertaken today. Though we are all busy people in our own vocations, we must always find time to make our hands dirty. This is the whole essence of Rotary, President Sidy said to the club members. This was the second time the club was carrying out an activity in the estate; the first time being during the Syokimau Road Race in August 2016 when it provided drinking water to participants. The two and a half year old club partnered with Glee Cleaning Service (owned by a member of the club) who provided a truck and garbage bags and Rotaract Club of Syokimau-in formation in collecting garbage on the busiest trunk road in the estate. The Club plans to partner with Syokimau Residents Association and transform the clean-up exercise into an annual event. Contact SidyNduta President RC Syokimau -rcsyokimau@gmail.com Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 19

20 Community Service A brighter day for Bohara school, Thanks to Rotary! 21 ST of January 2017 marked the Rotary at Work Day for Rotarians around the globe and Rotary Club of Nairobi Peponi spent this day at the Bohra Primary School conducting various activities with the teachers and students of the school. The busy day was attended by majority of the club members, their children and Rotaractors from Rotaract Club of University of Nairobi, Lower Kabete Campus. The happy members started off by planting trees near the football pitch which shall eventually grow and provide shade for the students to sit under as they enjoy games taking place in the field. Notably, mango and avocado trees were also planted to will provide fruits for the school children in the near future. Cleaning and slashing of grass in the field was a thrilling exercise for most Rotarians as others helped in branding all donated items. It was all smiles for the community as a free dental check-up was also conducted by Dr S. Pandhal and Rtn Dr Heena Vaghela, for the students who attended the function. The young yet very vibrant Rotary Club donated other much needed items to the school which included 55 metal chairs for the computer classroom, 5 slashers, 5 metal rakes, 8 footballs, 540 table spoons, brooms and floor mops. The event was covered by the National broadcasting station, KBC and the Asian Weekly. The day ended with the kids enjoying a picnic of Hotdogs, biscuits and juice. Contacts:President Heena Vaghela RC Nairobi Peponi heena_vaghela@hotmail.com 20 DG Magazine February Edition Rotary District

21 Community Service Life Saving Blood Donation Campaign Rotary club of Kisumu Winam, a club in the heart of the Kisumu County organized a blood donation campaign.rotarians and other members of the community including local leaders came out in numbers and a total of 81 units of blood were donated. In addition, over 160 people were sensitized on the importance of blood donation. The need for the Blood donation drive was informed by among others the fact that Kisumu County has lost Mothers to Maternal deaths. Some direct and mesurable causes of death in pregnancy and childbirth are post partum bleeding at 15%. complications from unsafe abortion and delayed medical attention are also some of other causes for maternal deaths in this part of the world. Kisumu County hosts the regional blood bank and therefore there is need to ensure that the blood bank have constant supply of blood. Restocking the regional Blood bank in Kisumu with blood will improve the blood bank supply of the region to assist our mothers when they need blood during child birth. At this time, there was urgent need to restock the blood bank and hence the Rotary club of Kisumu Winam grabbed the opportunity to mobilize the community to ensure that the blood bank was restocked. Involving the community was very important and our District Governor Rtn Richard Omwela was in the forefront leading the team. A unit of blood can be used to save more than one life; many people can benefit from the blood that is donated such as Anemic, people undergoing surgical operations, patients with cancer and leukemia, accidents victims, complications during pregnancy. Rotarians from other clubs, KMET, MSCSP, Care Kenya and local media (Radio Nam Lolwe) Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 21

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23 Message from the Chairman District Conference & Assembly Committe 1. Isaac Gitoho - Chairman 2. Irene Wamakau - Vice Chair 3. ParulKhimasia - Conference Secretary 4. Florence Wambutta - Ass. Con Secretary 5. Jane Mberia - Treasurer 6. Mary Nzau Mwikali 7. WangariKabiru 8. AdonOmbura 9. Sylvia Moraa 10. Catherine Masila 11. James Mwangi 12. Antoinette Absalloms 13. Sarah Migwi 14. Sandeep Mistry 15. Charles Kutwa 16. Elly Mjeni Zecha 17. Janet Akech 18. George Muyera 19. Pauline Gachihi 20. Ann Ombewa 21. Carole Kimutai 22. Veronica Ndumbi 23. Betty Karuu 24. Kamal Sanghani - District Secretary 25. Richard Omwela - District Governor Dear Rotarian, It s a new year, and here s something you can resolve to do as a Rotarian and for Rotary 92 nd DCA Kisumu in Think about the last time someone gave you a word-of-mouth referral that influenced your decision to do something. Maybe a friend shared a new favorite restaurant over Face book, or your neighbor recommended a plumber. Or maybe it was that friendly suggestion to come along to a Rotary club meeting that got you involved in Rotary in the first place. Regardless, you probably acted on the referral, in part, because it came from someone you trust! If you re passionate about Rotary like I am, I encourage you this year to become an ambassador for your own club and more importantly for 92 nd DCA Kisumu by using your word-of-mouth referral power. Here are a few things you can do: Be Active online and offline. Being active online means posting, commenting, and sharing positive 92 nd DCA Kisumu stories via social media. It s that simple. Being active offline means you ll need to be able to have meaningful and interesting conversations about DCA. Tweet. Share with your Twitter followers information about our upcoming 92 nd DCA Kisumu, trend #92 nd DCA, retweet Rotary 92 nd DCA, and tweet your personal experience in a previous DCA. Invite a Friend. When you are planning to attend 92 nd DCA Kisumu invite a friend or family member. Share on Face book. Go beyond just liking our DCA Face book page and share posts from this page for your friends to learn about DCA and what Rotary is doing in the community. Your support as a 92 nd DCA - Kisumu ambassador helps 92 nd DCA Kisumu and the larger Rotary District maximize their reach and increase awareness of the good we are doing in the world! So STAND UP in 2017 and make yourself an ambassador for the 92nd DCA - Kisumu. For any assistance contact: Chairman: chair.92dca@d9212.org Registration: reg.92dca@d9212.org Isaac Gitoho District Conference Chair Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 23

24 THE DISTRICT GOVERNOR New Rotarian? Now that you have newly joined the Rotary Family, wanting to make positive changes in your community and around the world 92 nd District Conference & Assembly - Kisumu is the place to be! Click here to register DG Magazine February Edition Rotary District

25 Wall of FAME.. The Wall of FAME is dedicated to any Rotary Club or Rotarian who successfully completes any part of the Presidential Citation or Serves Humanity in an extraordinary way in any given month. The DG looks forward to host you at the prestigious Wall of FAME District RC Addis Ababa, for a steady management of a school feeding program in Ethiopia President John Faustino, RC Juba Most active president in South Sudan AG Jane Mberia, for being an ALL rounded & Very active AG/Rotarian RC Embu, Most active & fastest growing Rotary Club in the Eastern Region Country Chair Esayas Yeyesuswork, RC AA Bole, For special commitment and selfless service in the District District Officer Leah Bryant, Highly notable in service commitment & dedication RC Nairobi South For sustained Rotary media presence Rotary Club of Langata The most consistently circulated Weekly Club Newsletter RC. Nairobi East for registering the highest number of Rotarians for DCA Kisumu President Wahome, RC Milimani, innovative & inspiring president Rtn. Dr. Mussadiq Mir For most consistent update on the Prosthetic Hand Project by RC Utumishi on and YouTube George Muyera, Regional Coordinator Western Region for offering selfless support to the DCA Committee Rotary District DG Magazine February Edition 25

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27 SAVE THE DATE JUNE 10-14, 2017 ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION THINGS TO KNOW WHAT: WHEN: WHO CAN ATTEND? REGISTRATION: REGISTRATION FEE: FOR MORE INFORMATION: 2017 Rotary International Centennial Celebration of The Rotary Foundation June 10-14, 2017 Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Georgia USA Rotarian, Rotaractor, Interactor, RYLA, Rotary Youth Exchange, Rotary Peace Scholars, GRSP, Students, Alumni, Family and Friends of Rotary Convention and Hotel Registration opens on May 28, 2016 May 28 - Jun 6, $ Jun 7 - Dec 15, $ Dec 16, March 31, $ On Site Registration...$ rotaryconvention2017.org

28 D9212 Calendar Quarterly Calendar 8 February 7 March 7 April World Understanding and Peace Month Water and Sanitation Month Maternal and Child Health Month 1st 15th 22nd District Team Training Seminar for all Incoming District Officers World Understanding and Peace Day PETS Kenya and S. Sudan Country PETS Ethiopia Country 1st 4th 7-13th 8th 12-13th 15th 15th 18th 18th 22nd 31st Deadline for District Governors to submit nominations for the Rotarian Spouse/ Partner Service Award Career Fair World Rotaract Week International Women s Day Brief Report due to DG by AGs, Country Chairs and Country Officers. Monthly Attendance Reports due to the District Attendance Chair Deadline for submissions of Nomination form for RI Significant Achievement Award. Deadline for submission of recommendation for TRF District Service Award to the District Foundation Chair. Deadline for district governors to submit nominations for the Significant Achievement Award (for clubs) Sunshine Rally World Water Day 9th Club Committee Meeting 9th Club Board Meeting. 1st 7th 10-15th 15th 15th 20th-22nd 30th Deadline to report activities to earn a Presidential Citation for Rotary and Rotaract clubs World Health Day Council on Legislation Deadline to report activities to earn a Presidential Citation for Interact clubs Brief Report due to DG by AGs, Country Chairs and Country Officers. Monthly Attendance Reports due to the District Attendance Chair 4th Club Assembly for Clubs in the District 4th Official Club Visit by AGs to their Clubs. Clubs Annual Report to DG Submission of Memo of Club Visits by AGs 92nd District Conference Assembly Kisumu, Kenya 10th Club Committee Meeting 10th Club Board Meeting. Registration/ticket cancellation deadline for Rotary International Convention 28 DG Magazine February Edition Rotary District

29 Polio still cripples thousands of children around the world. With your help, we can wipe this disease off face of the earth forever. Visit rotary.org/endpolio to help. END POLIO NOW We are this close to Ending Polio. Rotary District The District Governor 31