One of the activities for which Rotary is best known and best appreciated is our support of young people.
This was one of the two findings of the only research about the public image of Rotary in New Zealand. The public associated Rotary with doing good in the community and working with young people.
Overwhelmingly they had a positive image of Rotary (and above other service clubs) but the reasons for this belief were considerably less clear). As far as they were able to express a view, the public said that we did good things in the community (which reflects the diverse activities of clubs), and we helped young people (which is presumably about RYLA, international youth exchanges and various sponsorships to things like the National Science Forum.
Which brings me to this week’s speaker, and what an impressive 16 year old young Caitlin Goldsack was.
Speaking to her afterwards I encouraged her to apply for the National Science Forum at Auckland Uni, to which we have normally sponsored one (or even two) students. As a year 11 student, she is eligible next year.
We also enjoyed the company of Phoebe Rendle, a Vic commerce student, who is looking for opportunities to volunteer in the community.
We didn’t find her: she found us on social media. This is the world now works. Put up what you are about and people who are looking for what we offer will find us. It’s not like the old advertising model: broadcast to as many people as possible and trust that those who are attracted by your offer will come to the store.
That’s why the look and content of our website is important, but, of course, we knew that already. Soon we plan to offer a session on how to use ClubRunner, the Rotary club management programme. Watch for a date please.
A very smart and effective presentation by Caitlin Goldsack, a student at Queen Margaret's College, regarding a programme for girls sponsored by Rotary and attracting girls from years 11 and 12 at colleges in the Wellington area. The program takes place in term 2 holidays and attracts 40 girls to participate in the process.
It comprised bonding exercises, daily exercise, fun evening activities, inspirational speakers, day trips to education institutes and games to challenge thinking. It included visits to Victoria University and the GNS Science Institute as well as activities such as bowling. Highlights of the week comprised becoming friends with like-minded girls, fun nights out, going to Parliament and learning about opportunities. There was an emphasis on 80% technology and 20% science.
It also supported the making of female groups in Wellington, the growth of innovative minds and understanding what can be done with the things we already have. The presentation resulted in a big thank you and appreciation of Rotary and Caitlin Goldsack.
This months Friday Frolics is on 27 October and it will be a Pizza night to be held at some members homes.
The cost will be $30 with the hosts utilising some of those funds to have pizza's delivered with the surplus of cash going to a club project. Bring your own wine, cask or whatever, all the host will need to do is supply some plates and of course glasses.
Anyone willing to volunteer to be a host please let Alan Strawbridge know the number you can comfortably cater for by 19 October.
All members, partners, friends encouraged to participate.
RCPN community support opportunities for "Primarily Playing with Shakespeare"
Following the club opportunities to provide community support for the National Shakespeare Schools Production 2017 workshop there is now another opportunity for two people to help with 2 people to assist with their Primarily Playing with Shakespeare production of As You Like It, performed by primary school students from several schools, at Samuel Marsden Collegiate School in Karori on Tuesday 7 November this year.
The performance is from 12.30-1.30pm. However, they would appreciate having the assistance, starting from any time between 9.30am and 10.30am until 2.00pm. It would need to be the same 2 right through, as there will be Health & Safety briefings, plus ability to watch some of the rehearsing prior to noon, in between setting up and then various roles prior to and following the performance – eg set up and selling of merchandise, ‘dressing the space’ with costumes, selling tickets and programmes, ushering...
If you would like to volunteer on Tuesday 7th November, please let Marc Rands know (marands962@gmail.com).
The Christmas Party this year is on Wednesday 6 December at the Miramar Golf Club. It starts at 6pm, includes a delicious meal, cash bar and entertainment. All members, partners and friends of Port Nicholson welcome. Cost $50 per person. Please let Julie Hood know if you are coming julie.hood222@gmail.com
District 9940 - Chair PUBLIC IMAGE District Committee
Wanted: a Rotarian with knowledge and experience in promoting, marketing and providing coordination across the District and for Club support of our Rotary District Public Image responsibility and committee. A great opportunity to support our communications team with our Webmaster, Bulletin Editor, Facebook Coordinator and Marketing Coordinator.
Your expression of interest would be gladly received by District Secretary Nigel Ramsden email - nigel.ramsden@xtra.co.nz by the 5th November 2017.
Nominations are called for District Governor 2020-2021
As District Governor I hereby make notice of the call for nominations for the role of District Governor 2020-2021 for Rotary International District 9940.
Clubs are asked to seek nominations for District Governor 2020-21 from Rotarian's that have served in roles in Rotary Clubs as Director, Club Officers of Treasurer or Secretary, President. If the nominee has served as an Assistant Governor, District Committee member or District Chair this may be an advantage but not essential.
The District Nominating Committee will consider the nominations at a meeting on the 9th of December. Nominations for the position of District Governor 2020-21 are to be with the District Secretary Nigel Ramsden email - nigel.ramsden@xtra.co.nzby 08.00am, 8th December 2017.
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