Rotaract Impact - Second Issue

Volume 1, Issue 2 September 30, 2009

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ROTARACT IMPACT D3810 Holds One-of-a-Kind NEWGEN

The ROTA.RUN `09 participants for the 21K race. The District 3810 family celebrated the New Generations month in a unique way when it held its first NEW GENERATIONS (NEWGEN) CELEBRATION last September 20, 2009.

The Rotaractors in action at the Rotaract Badminton.

gifts, while race finishers received INSIDE THIS ISSUE: certificates of finish and tokens from sponsors. New Clubs and

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Family Day

This year’s NEWGEN Celebration gave the public an opportunity to witness three special events that celebrates Rotary’s programs for the youth. These events are the ROTA.RUN `09, held at Mc Kinley Hill, Global City, Taguig; the Rotaract Badminton Tournament, and the District Interact Badminton, which were both held at Court Zone, Manila. All three events were held in one day, and drew many participants.

The Rotaract and Interact Badminton, on the other hand, was open to all Rotaractors and Interactors of D3810. More than 40 pairs of Rotaractors from different clubs joined the Rotaract Badminton, while 114 Interactors played in the Interact Badminton. Both tournaments had two categories: Men’s Singles and Mixed Doubles. Cash prizes and trophies were awarded to the winners. RC Bagumbayan-Manila was the host club for the Rotaract Badminton, while RC Manila Centennial hosted the Interact Badminton.

The Rota.Run `09 is the district’s first wellness marathon and benefit run for the Polio Plus program. It was hosted by RC Pasay Silangan and drew more than 3,000 runners. Rotarians, Rotaractors, Interactors, the public, and some local celebrities joined the 3K, 5K, 10K, 15K, and 21K run. Winners in the different categories were given medals and

The Rotary Club of Manila Centennial was the lead club for this year’s New Generations Celebration, with Charter President Ruben Siao as Event Chair. Portions of the proceeds will also be used to support the different programs of the District this Rotary year.

“Lakbay Saya” and Rice for a Cause

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DRRE Guidelines and District Meeting

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DROSSCON and OktoberDanceFest

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Action: Clubs @ Work

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Focus: A Bag of Hope

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Attention

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ROTARACT IMPACT

DRC and RDC Visit, Train New RAC Clubs Among the Rotaract clubs visited were RAC Imus Institute, RAC Malate, RAC Philippine Women’s University, RAC Manila, RAC TUP-Dasma, RAC University-District Manila, RAC PSBA, RAC UST-Commerce, and RAC UST Central.

DRC Vice Chair Wilson Lei and some of joined the the officers of the RDC assembly of the newly chartered RAC University District Manila.

The District Rotaract Committee (DRC), led by DCHR Gabe Trias, and the Rotaract District Committee (RDC), led by DRR Izel B. Guatno, met with different Rotaract clubs last August to help them seek and retain their members, and help form new Rotaract clubs. The visits were done in support of Rotary’s Membership and Extension Month.

Both committees also had their hands full as they helped the Rotary Clubs in the District form new Rotaract Clubs and reorganize inactive clubs. The efforts were not for naught, though, as three new Rotaract clubs were organized. These clubs are the Rotaract Club of Cavite Metro (sponsored by the Rotary Club of Cavite Metro), Rotaract Club of Cavite State University-Trece Martirez City Campus (sponsored by the Rotary Club of Cavite Export Processing Zone), and Rotaract Club of Bacoor Sunrise (sponsored by the Rotary Club

of Bacoor Sunrise). Their chartering documents have already been submitted to Rotary International. Meanwhile, the Rotaract Club of University District-Manila (sponsored by the Rotary Club of University District Manila) and the Rotaract Club of Sahod-Ulan (sponsored by the Rotary Club of Cavite Export Processing Zone) officially received their Charter Certificates from Rotary International. They were formally welcomed to the District. The DRC and RDC will continue to m eet with Rotaractors and Rotarians to meet its goal of creating a stronger district by forming and developing active Rotaract clubs.

RDC Joins District Family Fun Day The Rotaract District Committee (RDC), with the support of DCHR Gabe Trias, SDG Ernest Yuyek, and DG Connie Beltran, joined Rotarians and their families in the First District Family Fun Day last August 16, 2009 at the Island Cove Resort in Kawit, Cavite. During the whole-day affair, the RDC had the chance to interact with the district’s Rotarians and their families. Likewise, they were able to hold a simple fund-raising as they sold Rotaract items ( such

as shirts, pins, and mugs) and provided face-painting service to kids. The District Family Fun Day featured different activities for Rotarians and their families to promote family bonding and fellowship. Activities included a fishing tournament for Rotarians, bingo social, and games for the young and young at heart. It was organized by the District Team and the different Rotary Clubs in the

Cavite Area.

A Rotarian and some kids check the RDC’s items during the Family Fun Day.

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RAC Manila & ABS-CBN Bring Joy to Kids

The Home of Love children were amazed Animal “Show-and-tell” was led by celebrity Kim Atienza and “Santino”. as they toured the Oceanarium.

DRR Izel Guatno with RAC Manila ‘s Officers during the children’s party.

Joy and amazement were on

meet child actor Zaijan Zaranilla, more popularly known as “Santino”, a well-loved character in the TV drama, “May Bukas Pa.” It was the actor’s birthday, so the children had a party with him and some of the show’s cast. Party entertainment was provided by ABS-CBN.

the faces of 40 orphaned kids as Rotaract Manila (sponsored by RC Manila), and the stars of ABS-CBN’s “May Bukas Pa” organized a “Lakbay Saya” program for them at the Manila Ocean Park last August 29, 2009. “Lakbay Saya” is a program initiated by the Rotaract Club of Manila where kids from selected institutions are treated to a day of learning and fun through a sponsored educational tour. For its first run, the club, in partnership with ABS-

CBN, selected the children from the Home of Love Orphanage (Antipolo City) and the Sagip Kabataan Center (Manila). It was a most welcome treat for these children as it was their first visit to the Ocean Park. They enjoyed seeing numerous fish and sea creatures during the guided tour at the Oceanarium. They were also visibly excited as they watched the Mermaid Show and the animal “show-and-tell” led by TV host Kim Atienza (of Matanglawin and Umagang Kay Ganda).

Some of the children’s happy moments with “Santino” and the Rotaractors were shown in an episode of ABS-CBN’s “ M a t a n g l a w i n ” .

The kids also had the chance to

“Rice 4 A Cause” Winners Announced The Rotaract Club of Bacoor (sponosored by RC Bacoor) announced the winners of “Rice 4 A Cause”, a raffle for the benefit of Bahay Tuluyan (Home for Girls) in Cavite. The raffle winners are RC Bacoor’s PP Joe Abugan (1st Prize), Mrs. Florian Ambagan (2nd prize) and Mr. Jun Bigtas (3rd prize). Photo shows RDC’ s Area Representative for Cavite, Jennelyn Rosario, with RAC Bacoor’s officers during the turnover of the raffle’s proceeds to Bahay Tuluyan.

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ROTARACT IMPACT

RDC Releases DRRE Nomination Guidelines The announcement was made by the DRRE Elections Chairperson, PDRR Oliver L. Alvarez (Rotaract Club of Manila) during the 3rd District Meeting at PSBA, Manila. The guidelines were prepared and signed by the DCHR Gabe Trias and DRR Izel Marie B. Guatno. DRR Izel Guatno challenges the Rotaractors to nominate the best qualified candidate for the DRRE position. position

To give clubs sufficient time to identify and endorse their best possible candidate in leading the Rotaractors, the Rotaract District Committee released the guidelines for the District Rotaract Representative-Elect (DRRE) last September 12, 2009.

The DRRE will be serving in the next Rotary Year. This position is important as the District Rotaract Representative (DRR) serves as a liaison between the Rotaract clubs, the District Rotaract Committee (composed of Rotarians) and Rotary International. The DRR has a wide variety of responsibilities that serve to improve and strengthen the Rotaract program in the district. Under

the supervision of the District Governor and the District Rotaract Chair, the DRR works to improve c om m unic atio n a nd to promote activities and projects of the district. Rotaractors may download copies of the guidelines for their review at the D3810 Rotaract Yahoo Group, and at the rotary3810.org website. The guidelines for elections will be ratified in the next district meeting of the Rotaract Club Presidents and will also be presented to the District Governor.

Speakers Share, Inspire during District Meetings Meetings are never a waste of time for D3810 Rotaractors as Guest Speakers are regularly invited to the monthly District Meeting of Rotaract Clubs as part of the RDC’s Professional and Leadership Development program. Since July, Rotaractors have had the opportunity to learn about different things that can help them in running their clubs effectively. During the first District Meeting organized by RAC Sta. Isabel College (sponsored by RC Bagumbayan), Rotaractors learned through the District’s very own Webmaster, DCHR Gabe Trias, the value of having their own

website. For the second district meeting organized by RAC Bacoor (sponsored by RC Bacoor), Ms. Maria Elena Jacinto, an English faculty at the ISHRM, talked about journalism and how Rotaract Clubs can create effective newsletters. The third district meeting, organized by RAC Manila (sponsored by RC Manila) and RAC University District-Manila (sponsored by RC University District-Manila), featured youth le a der an d f ou nd er of OneTama Movement, Mr. Boyet Dy. He shared how

young people can create a big impact in their community service programs through collective action, creativity, and commitment. Succeeding district meetings will focus on public relations, fund-raising, and other helpful topics for Rotaractors.

Mr. Boyet Dy of OneTama Movement speaks at the 3rd District Meeting.

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Singing Rotaractors to Shine in DROSSCON 2009 More than 15 Rotaract singing sensations are expected to participate in this year’s District Rotaract Solo-Singing Contest (DROSSCON), to be held on October 17, 2009 at the Main Auditorium of the Emilio Aguinaldo College, Ermita, Manila. The DROSSCON is an annual singing contest exclusive to Rotaractors of D3810. The competition aims to discover and develop vocal talents among the Rotaractors, and promote harmony, friendship, and understanding among the youth and their adult

The DROSSCON is hosted by the Rotary Club of Bagum ba yan-Manila, in cooperation with the District Team, the Rotary Club Presidents, Rotaract advisers, and the Rotaract District Committee. Clubs can look forward to witnessing the District’s next Singing star, as the DROSSCON has produced singing talents like Laarni Lozada (RAC Malate), Season 2 Grand Champion of ABSCBN’s Pinoy Dream Academy, and the district’s very own, PDRR Melchor “Chock” Encabo (RC Manila Metro).

Laarni Lozada (RAC Malate), former DROSSCON Champion Winning performers will receive cash prizes and trophies. Consolation prizes will also be given away.

District Celebrates OKTOBERFEST 2009

October 9, 2009 was a great evening for the Rotaractors who joined the celebration of the District’s OKTOBERFEST 2009, which was held at the Bellagio Square, Jorge Bocobo Street, Malate, Manila. The event was hosted by the Rotary Club of Paco (led by Pres. Mon Yupangco), in cooperation with the City of Manila (led by Mayor Alfredo Lim). The OKTOBERFEST provided Rotaractors an opportunity to engage in fellowship with other Rotaractors and Rotarians. Everyone had a wonderful time as

different bands performed popular songs that made everyone, young and old, groove and sing along. It was enjoyable to see the Rotaractors show the Rotarians some of the latest dance steps. Not to be outdone, the Rotarians also demonstrated some of their fun dance moves and unique ways of having a good time. PP Gilbert Yupangco (RC Paco) hosted the games during the OKTOBERFEST. Meanwhile, the Rotaract Club of PSBA-Manila and the Rotaract Club of Paco showed off their

dancing skills as part of the intermission. One of the evening’s surprises is the tribute to our lovely District Governor Connie Beltran, who celebrated her birthday last Oct. 6. The District Team, together with the Visionary Presidents, prepared a song, flowers, and cake for the lady governor. The Rotaractors also joined the tribute by giving her a customized Rotaract Cake. With the success of this year’s celebration, everyone will definitely look forward to next year’s Oktoberfest.

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ROTARACT IMPACT

ACTION: Rotaract Clubs at Work “Action” provides a quick overview of the different projects of the District 3810 Rotaractors. It is a showcase of the Rotaractors at work.

Give.

Officers of the Rotaract Club of Pasay Millennium provide food for the children of Brgy. Pildera Uno. This was part of the club’s Feeding Program, held last Aug. 15, 2009 with the support of their sponsoring club, RC Pasay Millennium.

Create.

The Rotaract Club of University District Manila form a collage as part of their Teambuilding. The activity was held last August 21, 2009 at Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila.

Learn. Members of the Rotaract Club of Philippine School of Business Administration (PSBA) learn abou managing their money through the club’s Financial Wellness Seminar. It was held last Aug. 27, 2009 at PSBA, Manila.

Make Friends. The Rotaract Club of Malate and the Rotaract Club of Philippine Women’s University (PWU) sign a friendship agreement during their Joint Rotaract Orientation at PWU. The signing was held last Aug. 22. RAC Malate also signed a sisterhood agreement with RAC Rizal Technological University (D3800) on the same date.

Enjoy. Rtr. Caleb Villegas of RAC Carmona leads an icebreaker to start off the club’s Stress Management Seminar. “Managing Stress: The Key to An Effective Performance” was held last Aug. 29 at the Carmona Elementary School, Cavite.

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FOCUS: A Bag of Hope “Focus“ presents the insights of a Rotaractor on an activity, program or advocacy close to his or heart. The purpose is to inspire and encourage readers to connect, take action, and make a difference.

The hope for a brighter future is Carlos Chianpian from the Rotary one to be an instrument of truly in the hands of people who

Club of Manila Metro and Treas-

change by sharing any of their

care and unselfishly share their

urer Jo Ann Cornelius from the

blessings to children who can-

blessings. It was overwhelming to

Inner Wheel Club of San Lean-

not afford to have something

know that in spite of the global

dro, California District 5170, we

they could their own.

economic crisis that the whole

were able to produce 200 school

As of this writing, we have

world is facing, there are still a lot

bags. We have distributed the

collected books from our sup-

of people who willingly extend their

bags to Gawad Kalinga sites in

porters,

helping hand to reach out to our

Parañaque and Imus, Cavite, and

Clubs and Rotary Clubs, just

fellowmen.

to a depressed community in

enough to fill in a whole li-

Muntinlupa.

brary. We envision this library

I was a witness to these acts of

friends,

Rotaract

kindness when we started Phase 1

for the children of Gawad

of the Rotaract Club of Manila

Kalinga in Alapan, Imus,

Metro’s S.I.K.A.P project last July

Cavite for them to have a

wherein we distributed school bags

place of learning, a place to

with school supplies and learning

weave their dreams and a

materials to different areas in Ma-

place to realize that there is

nila.

hope and a bright future.

The S.I.K.A.P project or Sa Iyong Kamay Ang Pag-Asa (The Hope is in Your Hands) launched last May 23, 2009 aims to adopt the community library of the Rotary Village

We would like to believe that “...If we act collectively, if we open our hearts to everyone, we can change and shape the future in our own little ways.”

the bags we have distributed are simply a symbol of hope that if we act collectively, if we

in Gawad Kalinga in Alapan Imus,

open our hearts to everyone,

Cavite. From the day of its launch-

we can change and shape the

ing until this very moment, pledges

From then on, we realized that

and donations from support groups

the S.I.K.A.P project of our club is

like friends, officemates, sponsor-

not just an ordinary book drive

ing Rotary Club, our regular donors

campaign that aims to provide

and

came

reading materials to less fortu-

pouring in. Through the help of PP

nate children but a call for every-

fellow

Rotaractors

future in our own little ways.

- IPP Princess Encabo RAC Manila Metro

Sep

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ATTENTION: R.I. Information Learn about the latest information and announcements from Rotary International and/or the District here in “Attention”.

UPCOMING INTERNATIONAL EVENTS

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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is celebrated every 17th of October. To learn how your club can support the United Nation’s initiative to e n d p o v e r t y , g o t o www.standagainstpoverty.org.

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The Asia Pacific Regional Rotaract Conference will be held on Nov. 22-25, 2009. It is hosted by D3310 (Brunei, Malaysia, and Singapore). The Event’s theme is “Learn. Grow. Serve.” Registration is still on-going. For more details, go to http://aprrc2009.blogspot.com/ .

SUPPORT END POLIO CAMPAIGN Rotaract Clubs are encouraged to hold projects to contribute to the End Polio Campaign of Rotary International. Your club’s contribution will help Rotary raise $200 million to match $355 million in challenge grants received from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The resulting $555 million will directly support immunization campaigns in developing countries, where polio continues to infect and paralyze children, robbing them of their futures and compounding the hardships faced by their families. (Source: www.rotary.org/EndPolio)

Register early for the Rotaract Pre-convention to take advantage of special pricing! First Deadline: Dec. 15, 2009.

DID YOU KNOW? ♦

Rotaract is one of the fastest growing programs of Rotary.

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Our country, the Philippines, is the 4th country with the most number of Rotaract Clubs (508).

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In 1989, over 450 Rotaractors from around the world gathered in Seoul, Korea, to participate in the first Rotaract Preconvention Meeting. This annual twoday event, which takes place immediately before the R.I. Convention, brings together Rotaractors and interested Rotarians to discuss a wide-range of Rotaract topics in interactive workshops, to listen to interesting and informative speakers, and to build lasting friendships. (Source: New Generations September 2009 Newsletter)

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