Rotaract District Newsletter | July 2019 | Issue 1

July 2019 - ISSUE I

RotaractDistrict Newsletter Rotary international District 3292

Rtn. Mark Daniel Maloney Rotary International President

In This Issue • Message from DRR • Interview with Past DRR • Featured Projects

Rtn. Kiran Lal Shrestha

• Global Rotaract Model United Nations

Rotary International District 3292

• Presidents & Secretaries Meet

District Governor

• District Assembly & Recognition Ceremony • DRR Installation Rtr. Sneha Shakya

• Club Officers’ Training Session

Rotaract District Committee, Rotary International District 3292

• Inter District Youth Exchange Program

District Rotaract Representative

Message from District Rotaract Representative Dear Rotaractors, Welcome to Rota Year 2019-20!

Rtr. Sneha Shakya

District Rotaract Representative Rotaract District Committee, Rotary International District 3292

Thank you for a very vibrant month of July with wonderful Rotaract moments and celebrations, marking the start of the year. A new year brings with it new energy, enthusiasm and excitement. As we step into this journey in the new Rota-year, it is important that we keep that energy high and going throughout the year, and spread it across our fellow members too!

As we begin with Rota Year 2019-20, I am sure everyone is set with their goals and plans for the year. While you are on this journey, make sure to enjoy and make the best out of every moment! Let us proceed together in this journey, while keeping our focus on building Competence and Collaboration - ;Ifdtf / ;fem]bf/L! Also, let us bear in mind, RI President Rtn. Mark Maloney’s theme for Rota Year 2019-20 -“Rotary Connects the World”.

Complementing the District Theme “;Ifdtf / ;fem]bf/L Competence and Collaboration”, I urge all Rotaractors to dedicate this year to bettering ourselves so we can contribute more with our improved capabilities. Let us work towards fostering our skills and talents, towards growth and development, and towards building our own capacities. Also, let us also complement competence with collaboration. Let us work together in the process of bettering ourselves. Let us seek to collaborate with our fellow clubs, with Rotary Clubs, with different Districts, local clubs, organizations and different stakeholders alike - firstly to develop our competency and with that, help others in the process of becoming more competent!

Let us collaborate also in service, to bring out synergic effects that make our actions more meaningful and impactful.

As we approach the month of August, which is the Membership Month, let us reach out to more individuals who could be potential members in our clubs. Let us talk about Rotaract in our communities, how this platform has helped us grow as individuals and how it has enabled us to help others grow. Let us inspire more individuals to be a part of this family which has endless opportunities to learn, serve and share.

Best wishes to all for a wonderful journey ahead! Let us achieve more together!

Rtr. Sneha Shakya District Rotaract Representative

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Interview

rtn. anil shrestha, DRR 2007-08 1. How was your Rotaract life? How and why did you join and what made you continue?

During my college days, I was searching for platform where like-minded young people coming together and doing some community based projects.

Coincidently, a friend of mine invited me to join Rotaract Club. With lots curiosity, I joined Rotaract Club of Patan which is a community based club at Hakha Tole, near Patan Durbar Square during Rota Year 19992000 when our District used to be part of R I District 3290 comprised of West Bengal, Nepal & Nicobar Island.

My Rotaract life was full of fun, excitement with immense learning about life skills that helped me to develop my personal & professional skills.

Moreover, I got an opportunity to network with international friends, to get involved in Service projects and self-discovered my hidden talents which really made me continue with this movement.

2. How is life after Rotaract?

After spending a decade in the Rotaract Movement and serving various key leadership position in District level such as Zonal Representative, District Secretary and District Rotaract Representative, I initiated Rotary E-Club of District 3292, Nepal with the help from other Ex-Rotaractors.

This is only E-Club in our District 3292 which was sponsored by Rotary Club of Patan chartered on May 31, 2013 and I got privilege to become the Charter President of this unique Club which comprises of young professional from different walks of life.

Now, I am proud Rotarian serving in Rotary District in the capacity of Assistant Governor of Zone 7 of R.I. District 3292, Nepal & Bhutan.

Besides, serving as first DRR, I have served in the District as Rotary District Alumni Chair and District Rotaract Committee Chair for 2 terms.

Therefore, I consider myself that I am still part of Rotaract Movement.

3. What golden eggs are you planning to carry throught your lifetime from Rotaract?

Throughout my lifetime, I will have always kept in mind that it is absolutely true that man is the architect of his own fortune. Every man gets the result to his own actions. If he is hard-working, he will be rewarded for it. If he is idle, he will have to suffer for his idleness. It is not the stars that decide our fate. It is we who are responsible for who we are.

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Rtr. Anil Shrestha

District Rotaract Representative 2007-08

Rtn. Anil Shrestha was District Rotaract Representive 2007-08. He currently works at VFS Global Nepal.

He is also former Youth Advisory Panelist at United Nations. He is also chartered President of Rotary E-Club and is currently serving as Assistant District Governor is Rotary International District 3292.

4. Why do you think should youth join Rotaract ?

For the following reasons, why youth should join Rotaract:  To develop leadership & professional skills.  To expand the network of friendship worldwide.  To get involved in community based service projects & international service projects.  To experience the real life skills by learning by doing.  To be the responsible and active citizen of the community.

5. Since you were the first one to represent Nepal as a DRR, how did it feel?

It was indeed a matter of great pleasure and honor to become the first one to represent Nepal as a DRR in Rota Year 2007-08, which is the last year of then R I District 3290 that comprises of parts West Bengal, Nepal & Andaman Nicobar Island. This was possible because of unity among the Rotaractors from Nepal. I felt privileged to get their kind support and cooperation which encouraged me to become a leader. So, I am grateful to each one of fellow Rotaractors.

6. How was your DRR year?

My tenure as DRR in Rota year 2007-08 was challenging but at the same time it was a remarkable year. It was challenging because as a DRR I was responsible for the Rotaract Clubs from Kolkata in addition to Rotaract Clubs from Nepal.

Rotaract Movement in Nepal was growing rapidly and we were able to draw kind attention from all part of Rotary World because we were united and all committed to strengthen the Rotary & Rotaract Movement. My DRR theme was “Together We Can Make A Difference” and I strongly believed we were successful to create the lasting positive impact by laying the strong foundation which resulted strong Rotaract Movement in Nepal.

7. What has been your most memorable moment in Rotaract?

There are many memorable moments in Rotaract due of my long time association. I remember the exiting moment when I was declare the DRR in 34th Rotaract District Conference held in Kolkata where approximately 115 Rotaractors from Nepal participated to support my candidacy as DRR for Rota Year 2007-08. The whole journey in a group by road & train to Kolkata was full of fun and

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enjoyment.

Another moment that I cherished was the Group Study Exchange Program in Rota Year 2007. I got an opportunity to travel to Germany as only GSE team member from Nepal to RI District 1870.

I attended New Orleans Rotary Convention 2011 and served as one of organizing committee member during Rotaract Preconvention.

I represented the Rotaract to United Nations Youth Advisory Panel for two consecutive years in 2009 & 2010 in furthering the youth issues among the UN agencies in Nepal.

8. What should the new club leaders keep in mind while handing over and receiving responsibilities?

The new club leaders should always keep in mind that leadership is not only a position or a title, it is the actions you take to set an example. Therefore, SMART Goal setting has to be done before staring the tenure. A proper term of references including roles & responsibilities should be provided to new club leaders so that they remain focus and don’t get deviate from the set goals. Timely

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monitoring and evaluations help leaders to achieve the goals.

9. Where do you see Rotaract Nepal in the coming 10 years?

In coming 10 years, I see most of Rotaractors will be joining Rotary Clubs and they really know how to work closely with Rotaract.

Therefore, the Rotaract Movement will be scaling greater height in Nepal by setting example of true partner’s in service. Rotaract Nepal will be organizing more international events that address the issues of today’s young people in collaboration with local government and NGOs & INGOs. Also, Rotaract Nepal will be representing itself in various International Convention and will be playing a key role there. Through continuous Leadership training programs, more responsible community leaders shall be introduced who will be taking lead on long term Joint Service projects that address the needs of community.

10. Any message to our Rotaractors?

“You must be the change you want to see in the world.” by Mahatma Gandhi. .Enjoy Rotary !!! Enjoy Rotaract !!!

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Works that Rotaractors are doing!

Charity Movie screening

Learn A word a day

Rotaract Club of Biratnagar Downtown organized a fundraiser movie screening of “SUPER 30” on July 13, 2019. The fund collected shall be used for the projects related to education which is one of the core areas of Rotary Nepal Literacy Mission ( RNLM) – TEACH.

In order to increase the vocab, Rotaract Club of Pokhara GMC formed a committe with resposibility to figure out words for a day and upload in the official page of Rotaract Club of Pokhara GMC.

Eye Screening Camp

Orientation to the new members

Rotaractors from Rotaract Club of KIST along with two medical officer and consultant ophthalmologist from KIST medical college and teaching hospital voluntered for eye screening camp conducted in Shree Adarsha Kanya Niketan Secondary School, Mangalbazar which benefitted around 151 students. Students with ophthalmological problems were provided with proper medication and counseling.

In order to introduce the new members about Rotaract and it’s activities to, Rotaract Club of Kasthamandap organized a one day orientation and fellowship programme. The program started with short introduction of all the members followed by icebreaking games, introduction on Rotaract and Rotaract Nepal, team building session and project planning session.

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Works that Rotaractors are doing!

Mahakali Food Distribution Every year, Rotaract Club of Bhaktapur collaborates with a local organizations volunteers to serves a one time meal to the homeless and needy people. This year on July 28, 2019 they’ve continued their annual activity around Mahakali Temple and served the needy people around the premises.

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Menstrual Hygiene and Family Planning Awareness Program On July 19, 2019, on the premises of Madan Bhandari Memorial School, Rotaract Club of Dillibazar organized an awareness program titled “Menstruation Hygiene and Family Planning Awareness Program” with Medical Students for Choice (MSFC). Nine trainers from MSFC did a brief orientation session followed by in depth counselling and tutoring session.

Training to improve Swimming skills

Syringe Attack Awareness Video

Rotaract Club of Damauli organized a training on swimming for Rotaractors. The project was held at Barahi Family Resort, Simaltar. The training was facilated by Suraj Saru Magar. It was co-ordinated by Rtr. Anuj Bimali. With this training, we expect our Rotaractors to learn the skills on swimming as it an all round activity that it has many health benefits.

Rotaract Club Of Manipal College Of Medical Sciences has made a video on what are the action that needs to be taken in cases of Syringe attack and upload in the youtube channel “Doctor Gaunle”.

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What is

global rotaract model united nations Rotaract Global Model United Nations (RotaractMUN) is not just a simulation of the UN process but transcends into an actual decision–making process. We provide a platform where young professionals, university students, youths with a passion for change, Rotaractors and Rotarians, the world over, can share their voice on global issues. Every year, we take the decision–making process to a different country and RotaractMUN is organized by a different Rotaract Club. If you are a Rotaract Club interested in this project you can become the next organiser of this prestigious conference in your home town.

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District Assembly & Recongition Ceremony Rota-year 2019-20 - Rtr. Sambid Ghimire Rotaract District Assembly and Recognition Ceremony is an annual Event of Rotaractors all over Nepal. The Event takes place in the month of June.

The event is also an occasion to celebrate the Achievements and Contributions of Rotaract Clubs in District and Welcome new leaders for the Upcoming year.

On June 15, 2019. District Assembly was held at Siddhartha Vanasthali Institute, Balaju from 10 am - 6 pm. The Event had been segmented into 4 Different Sessions.

Review from DRR 2018-19.

Plans and Programs for 201920 by DRR 2019-20. Finance and Recognition Plans for 201920 by District Treasurer and Secretary respectively followed First Session was District by speeches of DG and DRCC. Assembly, where the Assembly Total 72 clubs were present was chaired by District Rotaract during the Assembly.

Representative 2018-19 , Rtr. Saugat Gautam. In the Presence Next was the Plenary Session of District Governor 2019-20 conducted by SEARIC MDIO , Rtn. Kiran Lal Shrestha,DRCC President 2019-20, Rtr. Srijita 2019-20, Rtn. Dan Bahadur Neogy on “How RI sees Rotaract Chand, DRR 2019-20 Rtr. Sneha and Rotaract Beyond District�.

Shakya,DRR 2020-21, Rtr. Sanjib Paudel and DS 2019-20, Rtr. Abin Tuladhar.

After that Parallel Trainings for President, Secretary, Treasurer, The Assembly consisted of Year

and the ZRRs, 5 more sessions were conducted to disemminate the District Goals. DRR 2019-20 Rtr. Sneha Shakya and PDG Rtn. Dilendra Shrestha along with SEARIC MDIO President Rtr. Srijita Conducted the Session for President on Topics like Leading Your Club, Recognition Barometer, Presidential Citation, Rotary Portal and othe Reminder were Presented.

In Secretary Session, Rtr. Abin Tuladhar and Rtn. Prafulla Man Pradhan conducted session on topics like Administration, Communication and Rotaract Nepa Website.

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In the Treasurer Session, Rtr. Peshal Bhattarai along with Rtn. Kumud Tripathi conducted Session on topics like District Dues, Budgeting, Financial Guidelines at Club Level.

Image. In Rotary Rotaract Relations, Rtr. Sushil Kumar Karki along with Rtr. Shristi Tripathi and Rtr. Bandana Adhikary had conducted the session.

Rtr. Prakriti Dhakal along with Rtr. Salil Sharjya, Rtr. Sareesa In the ZRR Session, Rtr. Saugata Shrestha and Rtr. Sabik Neupane Gautam along with Rtr. Sunny conducte the Session for Service Projects. For Capacity Building Goyal conducted the session. , David Shakya along with Rtr. In thematic Session, Rtr. Romi Shrestha and Rtr. Aashib Sanjib Paudel and Rtr. Sameep Karmacharya had conducted Pokharel Conducted Session this session. on Membership. Rtr. Amit Bajracharya, Rtr. Shristi Tripathi The Next Session was and Rtr. Yuvaraj Rai had Recognition Ceremony where conducted Sessio for Public Clubs were feliciated for Their

Zonal Club officers’ training session - Rtr. Aashib Karmacharya Date

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Zones

Updates till July 30, 2019 Location

Clubs

Participants

June 1, 2019

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Lalitpur

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25

June 8, 2019

6

Kathmandu

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35

June 22, 2019

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Kathmandu

7

80

June 29, 2019

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Dharan

10

90

July 6, 2019

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Pokhara

5

54

July 13, 2019

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Lalitpur

8

40

July 13, 2019

4(II)

Pokhara

7

50

July 20, 2019

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KU, Dhulikhel

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contribution for the Year 201819.

The Program was an event to cherish with More than 500 members. Also , DG 2018-19 was present for the Recognition.

The event was hosted by Rotaract Club of Kathmandu Midtown, Kupondol, Sainbu Bhainsepati, Chandragiri. The event started at 10am and ended at 6pm.

District Rotaract Representative Installation - Rtr. Abin Tuladhar Marking the start of new Rotary Year 2019-2020, District Rotaract Representative Installation Ceremony of Rotary International District 3292 was held on July 2, 2019 at Thames International College, Old Baneshwor, Kathmandu.

During the ceremony, Immediate Past District Rotaract Representative Rtr. Saugat Gautam handed over the DRR collar and gavel to the new District Rotaract Representative Rtr. Sneha Shakya. DRCC Rtn. Dan Bahadur Chand administered the oath to the DRR. Rtr. Sneha accepted the responsibility of DRR and explained the district theme

2019-2010. She also felicitated Rtr. Saugat Gautam for the service he rendered as District Rotaract Representative during Rotary Year 2018-2019.

Rotaractors from Rotaract Club of Kathmandu Midtown, the home club of IPDRR Rtr. Saugat Gautam, handed over the ‘DRR Home Club’ banner to Rotarators from Rotaract Club of Patan South, the home club ;Ifdtf / ;fem]bf/L (Competence of DRR Rtr. Sneha Shakya. and Collaboration) and district Rtr. Saugat highlighted the goals for the year. major achievements during his DRR Rtr. Sneha appointed and tenure as DRR and extended his administered the oath to the best wishes and support to DRR Rotaract District Committee Rtr. Sneha and the team. District members for Rotary Year Rotaract Committee Chair Rtn. Dan Bahadur Chand mentioned

about the opportunities that the members can grab from Rotaract. Rtn. Bishnu Hari Dahal stressed on importance of grooming of leaders and role of the previous team in smooth transition of leadership within the organisation.

There was presence of District Rotaract Committee Chair Rtn. Dan Bahadur Chand, District Rotaract Committee members Rtn. Bishnu Hari Dahal and Rtr. Sabik Raj Neupane, parents of DRR, Rotaract District Committee members and Rotaractors from various clubs in the installation ceremony.

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Inter District Youth Exchange Program - Nirvik KC Inter District Youth Exchange Program is an exchange program between varius Rotaract districts. This program focuses on cultural exchange, networking, and knowledge sharing.

It is a great opportunity for world peace, and understanding.

Inter-District youth Exchanges may last from several days to a few days depending on the mutual understanding of both host District and sender District and are often structured as camps, tours, or homestays.

Benefits of IDYEP Educational Benefits

change in returned exchange students.  Maturity and social poise fueled by the necessity to confront challenges outside a familiar support network and comfort zone.  Integration into another family as well as the development of life-long friendships, fostering an appreciation of home and family.  A tremendous sense of accomplishment upon completion encourages students to develop independent opinions, make informed decisions and strive to attain fresh goals.

 International learning and knowledge propel Rotaractor towards acceptance and understanding of an array of different Future Benefits cultural and community perspectives.  Prospective employers in almost every  Language acquisition is achieved through field look favorably upon experience practical immersion. gained while living overseas and knowledge obtained of another language  Awareness and adoption of alternative, and culture. multi-faceted approaches to learning.  Increased pressure to communicate and  Analytical and problem-solving skills. relate to others develops an awareness of group dynamics and personal sensitivity  Enhanced interest in global issues as well towards others. as a broader general knowledge.

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 Successful program completion represents an excellent measure of personal flexibility, encompassing an ability to reach compromise, focus and achieve success through challenging times.

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