KIWANIS_Div23Central Bulletin V5 Issue2

THE KIWANIS MISSION

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.

THE KIWANIS MOTTO

Serving the children of the world.

THE KIWANIS VISION

Kiwanis will be a positive influence in communities worldwide — so that one day, all children will wake up in communities that believe in them, nurture them and provide the support they need to thrive.

THE KIWANIS OBJECTS

To give primacy to the human and spiritual, rather than to the material values of life.

To encourage the daily living of the Golden Rule in all human relationships.

To promote the adoption and the application of higher social, business and professional standards.

To develop, by precept and example, a more intelligent, aggressive and serviceable citizenship.

To provide, through Kiwanis clubs, a practical means to form enduring friendships, to render altruistic service and to build better communities.

To cooperate in creating and maintaining that sound public opinion and high idealism which make possible the increase of righteousness, justice, patriotism and goodwill.

Source: https://www.kiwanis.org/who-we-are/mission-and-values/

FROM THE EDITOR

As we continue this prestigious legacy of Kiwanis under the theme “Serving the Children of the World”, the members of Eastern Canada & the Caribbean Divison 23 Central embrace the dawn of a another year, a bright future and thousands of assuring smiles of hope.

We intend to continue nurturing, engaging and dedicating our support to clubs in the division by creating a world standard publication. This will showcase the fun, the growth and tremendous work displayed by Kiwanians, aimed at empowering young minds, encouraging creativity and building confidence to promote a sense of togetherness and community.

Looking forward to a fun-filled and rewarding year under the Lieutenant Governor Desmond Batchelor’s theme: “Transforming the Lives of Children and Empowering Communities.”

BULLETIN TEAM

Divisional Photographer

David Brooks

Divisional Public Relations & Marketing

Romona Morgan

Lieutenant Governor

Desmond Batchelor

Divisional Secretary

Sheryl Haye

Lieutenant Governor Designate

Sharon Usim

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LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR’S MESSAGE

Desmond Batchelor

Lieutenant Governor 2023-2024

Division 23 Central

On behalf of our Division - 23 Central, I express profound appreciation to all clubs and their members who came out and supported the various activities during the Governor’s visit. It was heartwarming to see the members out in their numbers from start to finish supporting the various projects and meetings.

Our All Clubs meeting on Wednesday, February 7, at the Hope United Church Hall where we inducted 20 new members was a success. The majority of participating Kiwanians were from our Division, taking us close to 100 members in person and online.

The final set of activities for his 3-day visit with us covered the concert at Abilities Foundation with the Aktion club for persons with disabilities. Again, this was well supported by members of this and other Divisions, Aktion Club members, teachers and guests

We supported not only the concert but also the farmers market at the Abilities Foundation where we purchased their produce, thus generating income for the institution to benefit Aktion Club members. We also showcased the Food Sustainability Project at the School for the Blind, without realising when they were presented by the clubs for inclusion into our schedule of activities, that they were aligned to the Governor’s thrust this year for “Grassroot Kiwanis Projects”.

It says we are on the right track Kiwanians. Let us continue on the path to transforming the lives of children and improving communities.

Yours in Service.

DIVISION 23 CENTRAL GOALS

Work to achieve a net growth of 2 by September 30, 2024, per Club

Encourage the strengthening of Membership Retention.

Work with Service Leadership Programme (SLP) sponsoring clubs to fulfill their responsibilities.

Support the Implementation of new service projects to improve the lives of children that involve at least 50% of club’s membership.

Monitor clubs to pay their KI and District dues by Friday, November 30, 2023.

Increase Clubs participation in annual Signature Project contest to at least 90%.

Encourage clubs to promote and increase Kiwanis Brand awareness with each service project.

Dated: July 28, 2023 1.

EC&C DISTRICT GOALS

To increase “Branding” of Kiwanis in communities where Kiwanis serves.

To open 10 new clubs during the 2023 -2024 Kiwanis year.

To continue to foster the Two for Two KI club growth initiative.

To increase participation to 90% in the “Signature Project Contest”.

Encourage ALL club executive members to participate in 2024 CLE training.

To increase club involvement in SLPs across the district.

To encourage new SLP club formation by Kiwanis clubs that do not currently sponsor one.

To encourage every club to have at least one service project that improves the lives of children and families.

EC&C DISTINGUISHED PROGRAMME

2023-2024:

To earn Distinguished District status, a Kiwanis district must meet the following criteria:

Membership and Engagement

Club finished the year with a minimum net growth of 2 (two) members as certified by October 10th, 2024 - 25 points.

OR

Chartered a minimum of 1 (one) new Adult Kiwanis Club - 25 Points

Note: Only 1 sponsoring club may claim points for chartering a club. Points in this category cannot be shared.

Community Impact

A Kiwanis Club that sponsored a Service Leadership Program (SLP) Club, met all the required sponsorship responsibilities including its financial obligations and verified support provided by a minimum of one Kiwanis Club Advisor – 25 points.

OR

Chartered one new SLP Club by September 30, 2024 – 25 points.

Note: only clubs with no existing SLP clubs are eligible.

Note: Only 1 sponsoring club may claim points for chartering a club. Points in this category cannot be shared.

OR

Delivered a minimum of 1 (one) new service project for children that involves at least 50% of the club’s membership. A report must be attached to the Distinguished Club application form and submitted in October 2024 – 25 Points

EC&C DISTINGUISHED PROGRAMME

Kiwanis Image

The Club entered a Signature Project in the District Signature Project Contest - 25 Points

Financial Viability Leadership and Education

All amounts invoiced are paid by due date. (Payment must appear on the Kiwanis International’s January 2024 report.) – 25 Points.

The five key members of the Club’s Incoming Club Leadership Team for the 2024-2025 administrative year have completed the ‘in person’ Club Leadership Education Training in 2024 –

President, President-elect, Secretary, Treasurer and Membership Chair. – 25 Points

THE DIVISIONAL TEAM

2023-2024

Desmond Batchelor Lieutenant Governor

Tena Turner-Thomas Community Services

Hugh Reid Immediate Past Lieutenant Governor

Eileen Donaldson District Advisor

Sheryl Haye Divisional Secretary/CLE Trainer

Dalma James Divisional Treasurer

Paulette Kirkland CLE Trainer

Bridgette Steele Lead Club Coach

Sharon Usim Lieutenant Governor Elect

Deborah Manning District Advisor

Ralston Nunes Club Opener

Jason McIntosh Tech Team Lead

Marissa Jones Sponsored Leadership

Romona Morgan Public Relations

Ashera Garrett Community Services

Sasha Ferguson Membership

Chris Samuels Bulletin Editor

Camille Brown Special Projects/DCM

Georgia Henry Sarge

Nadeen Francis Sarge

Georgia Henry Sponsored Leadership

Odette Ingram Human and Spiritual

Keith Byfield Financial Review

Patricia Bowen Interclub

DP Leroy Johnson Treasurer

Charmaie Shaw Director

Jacqueline Bennett President

Natalia Levy Secretary

Dollis Campbell Vice President

Desland McKenzie Director

Rose Vaze President Elect

Rober Thomas IPP

Odette Ingram Director

James Mcnish Director

Monique Yettman Director

Clover Edwards President

Deidre Lambie-Pasley IPP

Sherene Rose Vice President

Cheryl Smith Secretary

Venisha Baker Director

Carole Martinez-Johnson President Elect

Audrey Lettman-Ellis Treasurer

Wayne Maxwell Director Dir Marissa Jones Director

Division 23C All Clubs Meeting with Governor John Chave

The Division was resoundingly represented as clubs members came out in there number to fellowship with other club memebers from the division as well as Gov. John Chave.

Division 23C All Clubs Meeting with Governor John Chave

The evening was topped of with the acknowledgement and Induction of some enthusiastic new club members.

Governor John Chave accompanied by First Lady Sue as well as LG Desmond Batchelor paid a visit to the KFAB’s project at the Rushworth Badic School in Waterhouse.

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS 2023-2024

Seaward Primary School

Governor John Chave accompanied by First Lady Sue as well as LG Desmond Batchelor also visited Seaward Primary School in Olympic Gardens. They handed out reading books to the schools’ library.

LG Desmond Batchelor bringing greetings today at the Abilities Foundation concert with sponsor; Kiwanis Club of Constant Spring

KIWANIS CLUB OF CONSTANT SPRING

Governor John Chave with the moves!

Governor John having a good time at SLP concert held at St. Andrew High for Girls.

GOVERNOR JOHN CHAVE TURN SELECTA!

FIRST LADY SUE ROCKING TO THE MUSIC!

Governor John, GE Pam and Host Chair Sheila Talking DCON Convention 2024.

Governor John Chave taking the time out to have lunch with the team at Peppathyme, during is eventful visit.

KCNSA 50th Anniversary Key Club Quiz Competition

Governor John and KCNSA President Jason share a moment with the winning team, St Andrew High School for Girls.

Snapshot of the runner-up team - The Queens School.

Governor John bringing greetings.

A banner is unveiled for the launch of PACE - Positive Attitudes, Courtesies and Ethics - at Our Lady of the Angels Preparatory School in Kingston on Tuesday (February 6). Celebrating (front row, from left) are Lieutenant Governor for Kiwanis Division 23E, Stephan Rampair; Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams; Kiwanis Governor for Eastern Canada and the Caribbean, John Chave; Principal, Marcia Meredith; Head Girl, Kaelyn Lawes; Head Boy, Malia Giblos, and other participants.

STUDENTS TO BENEFIT from PACE

Students of 300 early-childhood institutions and primary schools across Jamaica will benefit from PACE – Positive Attitudes, Courtesies and Ethics – over the next six to 18 months.

An initiative of the Kiwanis Clubs in Jamaica, PACE aims to encourage positive values, attitudes, courtesies and a strong sense of pride among children and youth.

PACE will focus on 20 values and attitudes, namely, gratitude, kindness, gentleness, compassion, empathy, patriotism, honesty and truthfulness, peace, love, thoughtfulness, friendship, trust, teamwork, respect, integrity, tolerance, inclusiveness, punctuality, discipline and good work ethics.

Photo: Donald De La Haye

Addressing Tuesday’s (February 6) launch, held at Our Lady of the Angels Preparatory School in Kingston, Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams, said the initiative captures much of what the Ministry is aiming to do through the Character Education and Civics in Schools programme.

“It is also quite fortuitous that this is being spearheaded by the Kiwanis Clubs. As you know, Kiwanians have a strong presence in our society and have made significant contributions in the areas of health, youth development and various community service projects and initiatives. Kiwanis Clubs have made contributions in support of education in the form of literacy initiatives, scholarships, donations and access to learning resources,” Mrs. Williams said.

She expressed gratitude to the Kiwanis Clubs in Jamaica, noting that she is delighted that it will benefit 300 schools.

“I am happy that it will be evaluated to see the impact of the programme, but to also allow you to make any changes that are necessary,” Mrs. Williams said.

Citing the 20 values and attitudes of PACE, Kiwanis Governor for Eastern Canada and the Caribbean, John Chave, reasoned that if more people adopted them, the “world would be a much better place to live”.

“My congratulations go out to the Kiwanis Clubs in Jamaica for this absolutely wonderful, timely and important initiative,” Mr. Chave said.

For her part, Principal, Marcia Meredith, said the 63-year-old institution continues to operate on the value system of its founding fathers.

Mrs. Meredith noted that the value system runs parallel to the goals of PACE and will groom students to become nation-builders.

“Wherever in the world they go, the life that they lead, live and exemplify will be a testament of the foundation that was laid,” she said.

PACE was also endorsed by Children’s Advocate, Diahann Gordon Harrison and President of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica, Metry Seaga.

PACE will be implemented through a toolkit of fun-filled and exciting activities developed by Kiwanis.

The learning and educational tools and activities will be used by parents, teachers and in the Kiwanis Builders and K-Clubs in schools to create a better appreciation of the importance of values and attitudes and the desire to embrace them among children.

It will be funded by Kiwanis Clubs internally and externally by partnerships with, or sponsorship from government ministries and agencies, the private sector, international development partners, philanthropists and other interested stakeholders.

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