Rotary International News |
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Teens organize fundraiser for homeless shelter |
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Canadian Rotary Club helps group plan, promote Trek for Teens |
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Thu, 03 Jul 2008 |
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RI president stresses diversity |
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Lee starts term with speech at first Rotary club. |
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Wed, 02 Jul 2008 |
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Resources to help celebrate Rotary’s new year |
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Learn more about RI President Dong Kurn Lee's goals for the 2008-09 year. |
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Tue, 01 Jul 2008 |
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Historic Moments: Rotary’s history in China |
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Diversity and community involvement highlights first club in China. |
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Thu, 03 Jul 2008 |
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Recycling to raise funds |
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Rotary club in Canada raised more than US$7,000 during a scrap metal drive in April. |
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Wed, 02 Jul 2008 |
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India's giving to Rotary Foundation rises dramatically |
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In the past three years, India has moved from ninth to fourth in per country total giving. |
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Tue, 01 Jul 2008 |
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Afghanistan students earn money through carpet weaving |
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Rotary clubs in Pakistan and Pennsylvania, USA, use matching grant to help Afghan village. |
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Mon, 30 Jun 2008 |
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U.S. senator presents grantee of merit award to Rotary International |
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Foundation Trustee Carolyn Jones accepts Open World award on behalf of Rotary. |
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Mon, 30 Jun 2008 |
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Funds established for residents affected by Iowa floods |
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Floods have caused billions of dollars in damage and forced the evacuation of nearly 40,000 Iowans. |
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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 |
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Prosthetics project a true labor of love |
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Rotary couple has passion for service. |
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Fri, 27 Jun 2008 |
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Photo Contest 2007-08 winner |
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Photo Contest 2007-08 winner |
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Fri, 27 Jun 2008 |
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Reducing child mortality focus of breakout session |
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There are simple ways to reduce infant and child mortality and improve maternal health. |
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Fri, 20 Jun 2008 |
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At Los Angeles convention, stars become aligned to end polio |
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Rotary’s goals seemed to become more attainable after the 2008 RI Convention drew to a close. |
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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 |
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John Kenny elected as 2009-10 RI president |
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Kenny will be the first Rotarian from Scotland to be president of Rotary International. |
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Thu, 19 Jun 2008 |
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Rotary looks to the future |
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Literacy, health, and the future of Rotary were the highlights of the fourth plenary session of the RI Convention. |
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Thu, 19 Jun 2008 |
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Discover ShelterBox |
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Watch how ShelterBox makes a difference |
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Thu, 19 Jun 2008 |
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Centenarian stays active with Rotary project |
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Henry Tseng, who will be 101 in July, attended the 2008 RI Convention. |
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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 |
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Convention book drive sets Guinness world record |
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Exactly 242,624 books were collected |
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Thu, 19 Jun 2008 |
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Convention photo gallery, 18 June 2008 |
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Convention photo gallery, 18 June 2008 |
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Fri, 20 Jun 2008 |
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Convention photo gallery, 19 June 2008 |
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Convention photo gallery, 19 June 2008 |
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Mon, 23 Jun 2008 |
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Rotarians talk about projects they like |
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The House of Friendship showcases projects from around the world. |
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Thu, 19 Jun 2008 |
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Drive to end polio gets huge boost from WHO |
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The drive to eradicate polio will have the full operational power of the World Health Organization behind it. |
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Thu, 19 Jun 2008 |
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Health leaders reaffirm commitment to ending polio |
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View the video of the 2008 RI Convention polio press conference |
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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 |
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Rotarian's journey from Afghanistan makes history, represents hope |
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The first Rotarian from Afghanistan attends an RI Convention. |
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Thu, 19 Jun 2008 |
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Videos from the 2008 RI Convention |
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View videos from the 2008 RI Convention in Los Angeles. |
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Thu, 19 Jun 2008 |
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Convention photo gallery, 17 June 2008 |
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Convention photo gallery, 17 June 2008 |
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Tue, 17 Jun 2008 |
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Culture and communication focus of Youth Exchange meeting |
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Participants learn to understand and anticipate cultural differences. |
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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 |
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Second plenary celebrates past, focuses on future |
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Rotarians experienced a blast from the past at the second plenary session of the RI Convention as speakers highlighted Rotary’s rich history. |
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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 |
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Star-powered book drive |
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Convention registrants from more than 140 countries participated |
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Tue, 17 Jun 2008 |
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Rotarians talk about convention favorites |
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Read what Rotarians have to say about the 2008 RI Convention. |
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Wed, 18 Jun 2008 |
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Convention photo gallery, 16 June 2008 |
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Convention 2008 photo gallery |
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Tue, 17 Jun 2008 |
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Water summit satisfies thirst for information |
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Every day 5,000 people die because they lack access to safe water. Those deaths are absolutely avoidable. |
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Tue, 17 Jun 2008 |
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Learning the value of Rotary |
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View a speech by Rotaractor Megan Cotugno. |
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Mon, 16 Jun 2008 |
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Rotary Shares is highlighted at convention |
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Rotary International President Wilfrid J. Wilkinson speaks about the theme of his presidential year. |
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Tue, 17 Jun 2008 |
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Opening plenary |
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Rotarians share their excitement |
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Mon, 16 Jun 2008 |
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Convention photo gallery, 15 June 2008 |
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See what's happening at the 2008 RI Convention. |
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Tue, 17 Jun 2008 |
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See the start of the 2008 RI Convention |
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View a video of the House of Friendship opening. |
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Mon, 16 Jun 2008 |
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At 40, Rotaract’s past paves bright future for Rotary |
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Innovative and successful Rotaract projects honored at the RI Convention. |
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Tue, 17 Jun 2008 |
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Rotary stars shine bright in Los Angeles |
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Read about the opening of the RI Convention. |
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Tue, 17 Jun 2008 |
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Rotarians keep working on China earthquake relief |
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Clubs have raised more than $30,000 for aid and rebuilding projects. |
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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 |
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Board adopts Future Vision Plan |
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The Board agrees to initiate the three-year pilot in July 2010. |
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Thu, 12 Jun 2008 |
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Discover L.A.’s fun new downtown |
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When Rotarians arrive in Los Angeles for the RI Convention, they’ll be stepping into a vibrant downtown. |
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Wed, 11 Jun 2008 |
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Volunteer teaches Turkish earthquake survivors |
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When Margaret Curtis began looking for an opportunity to teach English as a second language overseas, she turned to Rotary. |
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Tue, 10 Jun 2008 |
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Rotary fellowships photo gallery |
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Photo gallery of Rotary fellowships |
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Thu, 05 Jun 2008 |
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Fellowship project hits all the right notes |
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The International Fellowship of Rotarian Musicians is bringing the music back to Grenada. |
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Sun, 15 Jun 2008 |
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Former scholar keeps vaccine pipeline running in Pakistan, Afghanistan |
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Scholar's Pakistan-based company manufactures vitally needed vaccine carriers. |
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Tue, 03 Jun 2008 |
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Historic moments -- Rotary convention history in Los Angeles |
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Approximately 6,000 Rotarians and guests attended the annual gathering in 1922. |
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Fri, 30 May 2008 |
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Making fitness a daily habit |
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District 6360 (Michigan, USA) fitness program aims to help participants develop lifelong exercise habits. |
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Thu, 29 May 2008 |
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ShelterBox containers reach devastated areas in Myanmar |
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View a photo gallery of response team members on the ground in Myanmar. |
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Tue, 27 May 2008 |
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ShelterBox and Rotarians reaching out to aid Chinese earthquake victims |
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Beijing club members contributed more than US$1,000 to relief efforts. |
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Tue, 27 May 2008 |
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Rotary senior leaders discuss Foundation's Future Vision Plan |
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The Rotary Foundation’s Future Vision Plan will change the way the Foundation focuses and distributes its resources. |
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Mon, 09 Jun 2008 |
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Rotarians, health care providers rise to Rotary’s challenge |
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Rotary's US$100 Million Challenge receives $50,000 boost from Elgin Rotarians. |
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Fri, 23 May 2008 |
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Center helps adults get back on education track |
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Six South Carolina Rotary clubs help raise funds to convert a locker room into a literacy center. |
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Tue, 20 May 2008 |
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Virtual book drive lets everyone participate in world record |
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Don't forget to bring a book or several books to the 2008 RI Convention in Los Angeles, USA. |
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Tue, 20 May 2008 |
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Resources for Rotarians |
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Rotary International offers resources that give useful ways to help build and improve your club. |
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Tue, 20 May 2008 |
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A birthday present for AIDS orphans |
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On his 70th birthday, Bruno Steinhoff demonstrates his dedication to children in South Africa. |
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Tue, 13 May 2008 |
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Rotary clubs provide emergency shelter, aid to thousands in Myanmar |
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ShelterBox was among the first charities to reach cyclone victims. |
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Thu, 15 May 2008 |
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Indian philanthropist commits US$1 million to polio eradication |
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Rajashree Birla continues the family legacy of giving back to society. |
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Tue, 20 May 2008 |
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The joy and rewards of giving and serving |
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Rajashree Birla, one of seven new members of the Arch C. Klumph Society, speaks during her induction ceremony. |
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Fri, 23 May 2008 |
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Ojai Rotarians, Be prepared |
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Watch a short video to the survival documentary, "People Like You." |
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Tue, 06 May 2008 |
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This month in Rotary history -- Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland |
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Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland |
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Fri, 02 May 2008 |
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Peace is possible |
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The 2007-08 Rotary peace train makes its last stop in the border city of Windsor, Ontario, Canada. |
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Thu, 08 May 2008 |
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Pursuing a better vision of eye health in India |
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Regional magazine in India, Rotary News/Rotary Samachar, highlights international effort. |
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Mon, 05 May 2008 |
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Scottish golfers aim to set world record, raise funds for PolioPlus |
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If organizers reach their goal, more than US$50,000 will go toward polio eradication. |
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Mon, 05 May 2008 |
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Denver clubs, Open World host Russian health delegation |
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Delegates observed health fairs; shared ideas with U.S. business and political leaders. |
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Tue, 29 Apr 2008 |
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Rotarians close JFK runway for good cause |
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The Rotary Club of JFK International Airport raises thousands of dollars through a 5-kilometer race on the tarmac. |
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Wed, 23 Apr 2008 |
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Korean Rotarians keep Mongolian eco-project blossoming |
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Earth Day is 22 April. Share your club's environmental projects. |
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Wed, 23 Apr 2008 |
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Kenyan peace fellow aspires to protect human security |
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Joseph Hongo envisions “a new world order." |
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Fri, 18 Apr 2008 |
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Rotary’s work paints a beautiful picture |
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The thematic work depicts the many facets of Rotary’s humanitarian service. |
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Mon, 21 Apr 2008 |
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Magazine Month, Rotary Down Under |
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Australian Rotarians donate funds for early-childhood educational programs. |
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Wed, 16 Apr 2008 |
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Key Indian state turns the tide against polio |
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If current trends continue, India’s most populous state will no longer qualify as the 'poliovirus capital of the world.' |
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Fri, 11 Apr 2008 |
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Toys bring hope to children, troops overseas |
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Michigan Rotarians help bridge gap between U.S. soldiers and Iraqi children. |
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Thu, 10 Apr 2008 |
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Groundbreaking ushers in new beginning for Mississippi seniors |
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The new 30,000 square-foot recreation center doubles as an emergency shelter. |
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Tue, 08 Apr 2008 |
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Helping a shantytown help itself |
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The project provides residents of Cairo, Egypt, with vocational training and other educational opportunities. |
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Fri, 04 Apr 2008 |
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This month in Rotary history |
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This month in Rotary, first non-english speaking Rotary club in Havana, Cuba. |
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Wed, 16 Apr 2008 |
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Rotary magazines: Getting the word out |
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April is Magazine Month, a time to celebrate the global network of Rotary’s official magazines. |
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Fri, 04 Apr 2008 |
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Somalia scores ‘historic’ polio-free achievement |
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Innovative approaches tailored to conflict areas were pivotal in conquering polio in Somalia. |
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Wed, 02 Apr 2008 |
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Rotary reaches out to Kenya’s orphans |
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Rotary clubs in three countries increase their support for projects that help orphaned children. |
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Fri, 28 Mar 2008 |
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Afghanistan presses ahead to end polio |
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Rotarians, including Past District Governor Stephen Brown, helped immunize about 6.9 million children in March. |
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Fri, 28 Mar 2008 |
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San Diego Rotarians unite to help victims of devastating fires |
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The Rancho Bernardo neighborhood in San Diego was hit hard by the disaster, with 261 homes burned to the ground. |
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Thu, 27 Mar 2008 |
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What should all Rotary clubs know about clean water projects? |
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Rotarian Carolyn Crowley Meub gives tips on how to plan a clean water project. |
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Fri, 21 Mar 2008 |
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Rotary clubs always pumped for World Water Day |
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While the United Nations designates 22 March as World Water Day, Rotarians worldwide are focused on the issue throughout the year. |
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Fri, 21 Mar 2008 |
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Empowering girls, women in Afghanistan |
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From inspiration to dedication, Rotarian Razia Jan travels home to build a school. |
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Tue, 18 Mar 2008 |
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Rotaract event allows teens to practice for life situations |
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Rotaract Life Skills Event |
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Wed, 19 Mar 2008 |
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Rotary disburses first US$40 million from Gates Foundation grant |
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Nine countries and two World Health Organization regions receive first distribution. |
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Thu, 13 Mar 2008 |
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Moving Kenya forward: Rotarians seek to heal wounds |
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Nairobi club honors three for promoting peace and helping others during postelection violence. |
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Fri, 14 Mar 2008 |
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New UN-Rotary collaboration set to share global information |
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Rotary and the UN develop a new, specialized speakers bureau. |
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Tue, 11 Mar 2008 |
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For Rotaract, life begins at 40 |
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During World Rotaract Week, 10-16 March, Rotaractors and their Rotarian sponsors can conduct joint activities. |
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Mon, 10 Mar 2008 |
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Heavy lifting for new homes |
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Australian Rotaractors will travel to India and Mongolia in July to help needy people build new homes. |
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Mon, 10 Mar 2008 |
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A centennial project built to last |
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California club helps beautify the 57-mile long San Dieguito River Park. |
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Thu, 06 Mar 2008 |
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This month in Rotary -- Rotaract celebrates its anniversary |
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The name Rotaract (Rotary in Action) was selected to show the program's close affiliation with both Rotary and Interact clubs. |
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Wed, 16 Apr 2008 |
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When words fail |
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John Corcoran works to end illiteracy in North America, a learning disability he suffered from most of his life. |
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Tue, 04 Mar 2008 |
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Brazilian Arch C. Klumph Society member driven to 'move mountains' |
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Major Donor Virgilio and Nina Pina are the first Brazilian members of the Arch C. Klumph Society. |
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Fri, 29 Feb 2008 |
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Rotarian becomes South Korea’s new president |
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Rotarian Myung-bak Lee won a landslide victory to become the country’s 17th president. |
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Thu, 28 Feb 2008 |
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President-elect Lee challenges Rotarians to bring in more members |
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Increasing membership, especially among younger generations, was the focus of the RRIMC Training Seminar. |
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Tue, 04 Mar 2008 |
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Rotarians worldwide celebrate |
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Since RI’s beginning, Rotarians everywhere have celebrated Rotary’s anniversary on 23 February, also known as World Understanding and Peace Day. |
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Tue, 26 Feb 2008 |
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Swiss Rotarian leaves behind anti-land-mine legacy |
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According to United Nations estimates, some 2,000 people are killed or maimed by land mine explosions each month. |
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Wed, 27 Feb 2008 |
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Tips for funding Rotary’s US$100 Million Challenge |
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New York Rotarians, dubbed the “Polar Bears,” plunged into the frigid waters to raise $25,000 in support of Rotary’s challenge. |
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Fri, 22 Feb 2008 |
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UFOs give Texas club chance to help community |
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The four Avenues of Service just grew by one for the Rotary Club of Dublin, Texas, USA, which can add extraterrestrial to the list. |
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Thu, 21 Feb 2008 |
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Rotarians help fund pediatric unit in Vietnam |
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The new facility is the only ICU for children with cancer in southern Vietnam. |
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Wed, 20 Feb 2008 |
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Trustee chair sounds the call to Rotary’s US$100 Million Challenge |
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Highlights of Rotary's effort to match the Gates Foundation challenge grant. |
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Fri, 15 Feb 2008 |
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Google gives Rotary US$3.5 million to help end polio |
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Rotary International has received a US$3.5 million challenge grant from the Google Foundation |
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Wed, 20 Feb 2008 |
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Scholars help Argentine students tap the power of learning |
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Scholars deliver computer software and books to the Aguada de Guerra school as part of Project Patagonia. |
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Wed, 13 Feb 2008 |
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Rotary images now available online |
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A new feature on the redesigned RI Web site allows Rotarians to search and access thousands of photographs that bring Rotary’s stories to life. |
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Tue, 12 Feb 2008 |
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February: World Understanding Month |
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When Rotarians participate in a Rotary Friendship Exchange, they return with more than souvenirs. |
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Tue, 12 Feb 2008 |
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UN secretary-general meets with Rotary leaders |
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United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon received an award from Rotary leaders during a visit to Chicago. |
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Tue, 12 Feb 2008 |
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Face to face with RI President-elect Dong Kurn Lee |
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RI President-elect Dong Kurn Lee talks about some of his plans during his upcoming year in office. |
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Wed, 20 Feb 2008 |
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Wired for success |
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Photo essay: Vocational Service Electrical Training in Betim, Brazil. |
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Fri, 15 Feb 2008 |
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This month in Rotary: 103rd anniversary |
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During the first Rotary club meeting Paul Harris, Gustavus Loehr, Hiram Shorey, and Silvester Schiele met to talk about their personal experiences. Harris then unfolded his general plan for their club meetings. |
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Thu, 20 Mar 2008 |
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Trucking tycoon helps fund peace program |
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Rotarian Al Jubitz pledges US$300,000 to fund five Rotary World Peace Fellowships. |
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Mon, 04 Feb 2008 |
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3-H project shines the light of literacy in Brazil |
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A Rotarian literacy initiative supported by a Rotary Foundation 3-H grant has helped thousands of Brazilian children learn to read and write. |
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Tue, 29 Jan 2008 |
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Rotarian to donate $2 million to help end polio |
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Harshad Mehta pledges to donate the money over the next three years. |
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Thu, 24 Jan 2008 |
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Pacemakers keep hearts beating |
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Heartbeat International provided nearly 9,000 heart devices for low-income individuals. |
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Wed, 23 Jan 2008 |
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View International Assembly photos |
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See what district governors-elect and other attendees were doing at the assembly. |
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Tue, 22 Jan 2008 |
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Survey says PR an important tool for membership |
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PR can help with finding and keeping members. |
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Wed, 23 Jan 2008 |
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Rotarians seek aid for victims of violence in Kenya |
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More than 650 people were killed, and more than 250,000 are displaced. |
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Mon, 21 Jan 2008 |
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International Assembly photo gallery |
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View a gallery of photos from 18 January 2008. |
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Sat, 19 Jan 2008 |
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International Assembly prepares incoming district leaders for challenges |
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Read the International Assembly wrap-up. |
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Tue, 22 Jan 2008 |
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Understanding will make difference in ending world poverty |
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A Rotarian's fight against poverty |
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Sat, 19 Jan 2008 |
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Fight continues for district governor and polio survivor |
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To physician and polio survivor Urs Herzog, polio is personal. |
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Fri, 18 Jan 2008 |
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International Assembly photo gallery |
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View a gallery of photos from January 17, 2008. |
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Fri, 18 Jan 2008 |
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Rotarian on the street |
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As the International Assembly, we asked incoming district governors to share their thoughts on the challenges given to them. |
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Fri, 18 Jan 2008 |
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Clear vision, proper ethics strengthen Foundation’s future |
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Rotary’s leaders will impact the future success of The Rotary Foundation. |
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Thu, 17 Jan 2008 |
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International Assembly photo gallery |
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View a gallery of photos from January 17, 2008. |
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Fri, 18 Jan 2008 |
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Scott announces Rotary's US$100 Million Challenge |
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Foundation Trustee Chair Robert S. Scott tells the future district leaders that Rotary must make PolioPlus fundraising a priority. |
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Wed, 16 Apr 2008 |
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International Assembly photo gallery |
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International Assembly photo gallery from January 16, 2008. |
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Thu, 17 Apr 2008 |
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The promise of today's Rotary Foundation |
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Foundation Trustee Chair Robert S. Scott discusses the 2007-08 Foundation goals. |
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Mon, 21 Jan 2008 |
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Speakers stress membership growth, leadership, during plenary |
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Strong clubs are needed for Rotary's future. |
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Wed, 16 Jan 2008 |
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Video: Lee asks Rotarians to ‘Make Dreams Real’ |
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Watch as Dong Kurn Lee announces the 2008-09 RI theme. |
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Tue, 01 Jul 2008 |
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Rotarian on the street |
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We asked district governors-elect, “What does the 2008-09 RI theme, Make Dreams Real, mean to you and your district?” |
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Tue, 15 Jan 2008 |
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Foundation looks to the future with new goals |
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Districts asked to help Make Dreams Real. |
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Thu, 08 May 2008 |
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Emphases key to Lee’s lofty challenge |
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Guided by Lee's emphases, Rotarians can help prevent needless deaths of children. |
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Thu, 17 Jan 2008 |
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Lee asks Rotarians to ‘Make Dreams Real’ for world’s children |
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The theme for the 2008-09 Rotary year reminds Rotarians about the importance of keeping children healthy. |
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Wed, 16 Jan 2008 |
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International Assembly photo gallery |
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International Assembly photo gallery from January 15, 2008. |
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Fri, 18 Jan 2008 |
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More tools for promoting your club and district |
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The new Humanity in Motion emphasizes Rotarians' positive contributions. |
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Wed, 16 Jan 2008 |
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Going, going, gone – to college |
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Need gadgets or gizmos? Check out the 58th annual benefit auction sponsored by a Kentucky Rotary club. |
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Thu, 10 Jan 2008 |
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Canadian Rotaractors’ award-winning project aiding Nicaraguans |
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Rotaractors use technology to improve sanitation and school conditions for communities in Nicaragua. |
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Fri, 04 Jan 2008 |
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Norway club delivers maternity ward to Kenyan village |
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The Rotary Club of Røa donated funds to construct a maternity ward at the Diani Dispensary in Ukunda. |
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Thu, 03 Jan 2008 |
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Home makeover surprises family dealing with cancer |
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A California Rotary club paints and landscapes the home of someone in need. |
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Thu, 03 Jan 2008 |
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Literacy project hits the road with a renowned African explorer |
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Kingsley Holgate teams up with U.S. and South African Rotary clubs on a humanitarian mission. |
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Mon, 14 Jan 2008 |
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Clubs provide ShelterBoxes for North Korean flood victims |
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North Korea opens its doors for help after the country was hit by heavy rains that left around 300,000 homeless. |
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Thu, 27 Dec 2007 |
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Côte d’Ivoire Rotarian honored for dedication to polio eradication |
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Marie-Irène Richmond-Ahoua receives a high honor for her work in helping protect children against polio. |
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Wed, 19 Dec 2007 |
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Son of GSE alums crusades for clean water |
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Ryan Hreljac, a 16-year-old Paul Harris Fellow, runs his own nonprofit organization to raise funds for water projects. |
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Tue, 18 Dec 2007 |
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Rotarians seek aid for cyclone victims |
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In the aftermath of Cyclone Sidr’s destruction in Bangladesh, Rotarians in District 3280 are seeking aid for victims. |
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Thu, 03 Jan 2008 |
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A positive note |
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Three schools in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, are using instruments purchased with a Rotary Foundation Matching Grant sponsored by the Rotary clubs of Rio de Janeiro-Guanabara and Lohr Marktheidenfeld, Germany. |
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Fri, 14 Dec 2007 |
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Majla Custo: A Rotary Youth Exchange story |
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Majla Custo: A Rotary Youth Exchange story |
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Wed, 26 Dec 2007 |
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Making the district training cycle work for you |
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According to survey results, district trainers and governors believe the amount of training Rotary recommends is sufficient. |
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Wed, 12 Dec 2007 |
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Empowered families strengthen Rotary image |
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After 75 years, the Rotary Club of Garrettsville-Hiram faced a declining membership and dwindling enthusiasm. |
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Mon, 17 Dec 2007 |
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RYLA participant fights polio in Nigeria |
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To graduate from South Tahoe High School, students are required to master a new skill. So, Brittney Cummings talked her way onto a polio immunization trip. |
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Fri, 07 Dec 2007 |
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Past RI Director and Rotary Foundation Trustee Theodoro dies |
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Past RI Director Archimedes Theodoro, of Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, died 5 December. |
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Thu, 06 Dec 2007 |
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RI president declares directors-nominee |
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RI President Wilfrid J. Wilkinson has named eight Rotarians who will serve on the RI Board of Directors in 2009-10 and 2010-11. |
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Fri, 07 Dec 2007 |
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After contracting polio, survivor immunizes children |
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When Zaheer "Zak" Ahmed returned to Pakistan after being diagnosed with polio, one of the first things he did was sign up for a National Immunization Day. |
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Thu, 06 Dec 2007 |
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Documenting disaster |
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An interview with ShelterBox photographer Mark Pearson. |
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Mon, 25 Feb 2008 |
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Raffle winner turns down $30,000 prize |
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What would you do if you won US$30,000? For Marc Jacobson, the answer was easy: Give it back. |
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Tue, 04 Dec 2007 |
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U.S. Rotarians aid Cuban schoolchildren |
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Nearly 40 Rotarians and other volunteers delivered school supplies to Cuba. |
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Wed, 12 Dec 2007 |
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Musical fundraising |
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Rotarian musicians find a way to keep big-band tunes alive – and make money for The Rotary Foundation. |
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Tue, 04 Dec 2007 |
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Museum exhibit turns into a great public relations tool for clubs |
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Rotarians in District 5150 (California) put Rotary on display. |
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Fri, 30 Nov 2007 |
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Gates Foundation grant garners worldwide publicity |
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The news that Rotary accepted a US$100 million challenge grant from the Gates Foundation continues to receive media attention. |
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Thu, 06 Dec 2007 |
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UNICEF Director says Gates challenge grant will help finish polio |
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Watch an interview with Ann Veneman of UNICEF, one of the partners of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative. |
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Wed, 28 Nov 2007 |
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Spread the word about the Gates Foundation challenge grant |
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Rotarians are encouraged to share the news of the grant with their local media. |
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Fri, 07 Dec 2007 |
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Make plans to attend club-sponsored clean water summit in Haiti |
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Find out how your Rotary club can help work for clean water during a summit in Petion-Ville Haiti. |
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Wed, 21 Nov 2007 |
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From crawling to walking: A survivor's story |
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In the north of India, large numbers of polio survivors require surgery and rehabilitation. Follow the journey of Asif, a 12-year-old boy who contracted polio as an infant. |
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Wed, 16 Apr 2008 |
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Rotary clubs in District 4200 respond to devastating floods in Mexico |
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Thousands of people were left homeless after Tropical Storm Noel caused widespread flooding. |
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Wed, 21 Nov 2007 |
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Photo contest deadline extended to 15 March |
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Send in your best shot from 2007-08 that illustrates Service Above Self. |
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Tue, 19 Feb 2008 |
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Clubs in Central America to put on international project fair |
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The fair |
