The Glenferrie Rotarian October 11th 2021 (Oct 11, 2021)

Presidential Musings for the week

It was good for me to get back to work and a well-entrenched routine that I have followed for years. Patients are a priority, and I must give my expertise to them. So, in the 3 weeks sick leave I felt I was cast adrift and useless. So, I appreciate the angst and concern of all those stuck at home in this seemingly endless lockdown. My mental health did suffer.

“When people don't have a routine or structure to their day it can cause increased stress and anxiety, as well as overwhelming feelings, lack of concentration, and focus." RACHEL GOLDMAN, PHD

Having a regular routine can help you:

Lower stress levels
Form good daily habits
Take better care of your health
Feel more productive
Feel more focused

Vietnam Project Update

Posted by Mark Howlett

While student support continues, because of Covid we are waiting to commence three important projects:

- a partnership with Vietnam National University to assess water (quality and quantities) for the five communities now being supported by District 9800 Rotary clubs.

- an infant dental project with dentists from Melbourne applying fluoride paste on young children's teeth and training clinic staff, teachers and parents for sustainability.

- eye-screening in the five communities. Our partners, Optometry Vietnam, are the leading trainers of optometrists.

27ForParkinson's

At Present Glenferrie Rotary is taking part in the 2021 27ForParkinson’s free online event with a team entitled the Glenferrie Rotary Harriers. In last week's Bulletin, our members were invited to participate in this event and/or make a donation.

So, join our team and for 27 days from 01 October walk, run, cycle, work out (or abstain from alcohol perhaps) on behalf of the Parkinson’s community. Alternatively, you can sponsor an individual team member or the team. It is easy to join up or donate: just go to Parkinson's Walk Glenferrie Harriers, follow the instructions, promote your page to your friends and family members or make a donation. Once you start your campaign on 01 October, you can monitor your progress and update your supporters.

Polio: The Big Picture

With World Polio Day taking centre stage this month, we thought it a timely opportunity to provide an overview of Rotary's polio eradication efforts to date.

What is Polio - Poliomyelitus, or polio, is a paralysing and potential fatal disease that primarily threatens children under the age of five. It invades the nervous system, potentially causing paralysis. Polio can be prevented by vaccines, but it is not curable.
History - Rotary conducted its first polio immunisation campaign in the Phillipines in 1979 and, based on its success, launched its PolioPlus program in 1985 with a goal to raise US$100 million to immunise the world's children against the debilitating disease. By 1988, Rotary members had raised US$247 million for polio immunisation efforts, which served as the catalyst for the WHO to adapt the resolution to eradicate polio in 1988.

World Polio Day

October is Economic & Community Development Month

ROTARY'S IMPACT ON LOCAL ECONOMIES

Rotary members train people to become resources for their community, offering networking activities, advice on new business development, and mathematics and financial management training.

Rotarians make amazing things happen, like:

(a) Breaking the cycle of poverty for women: Most of the women living in rural Guatemala do not have the collateral to get loans from regulated financial institutions. The Rotary Club of Guatemala de la Ermita helped 400 local women complete financial literacy courses so they could pool their money and fund their own microlending program.

Morning Tea with the DG - 23rd October 2021

Convention Update - Melbourne 2023

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Sunday November 21st 12pm Bring friends and family, but most of all bring the kids and grandkids to this signature event for the club, celebrating the Rotary Australia Centenary in 2021

ROTARIANS LIVE BY THE FOUR WAY TEST

Is it the Truth?

Is it Fair to all concerned?

Will it build Goodwill and Better Friendships?

Will it be Beneficial to all concerned?

Oct 12, 2021 6:45 PM

Peter and Sharon Crean

Beyond Water

Peter and Sharon are the Co-Founders of BeyondWater, a charitable trust which alleviates poverty across East Africa through the provision of safe drinking water and sanitation facilities. They have spent the last 9 years based in Nairobi, Kenya raising a team of nationals who oversee the many projects. Starting in 2007, BeyondWater has grown to an organisation that works across 10 countries and has assisted over 100,000 people every day to receive clean water. In addition, over 200 girls have gone through their leadership and mentoring program - The Girl Project.

Oct 19, 2021 6:45 PM

Najaf Mazari

Afghanistan - A Personal Story

Oct 26, 2021 6:45 PM

Helena Wimpole

ROMAC

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Club Meeting Via Zoom
via ZOOM
Oct 12, 2021 6:45 PM – 8:15 PM

Boroondara Farmers Market October 16th 2021
Patterson Reserve East, Auburn Road, Hawthorn East
Oct 16, 2021 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Club Meeting
Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club
Oct 19, 2021 6:30 PM – 8:15 PM

Club Meeting
Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club
Oct 26, 2021 6:30 PM – 8:15 PM

Boroondara Farmers Market October 30th 2021
Patterson Reserve East, Auburn Road, Hawthorn East
Oct 30, 2021 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM

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Secretary

President Elect

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