Board of Directors Meeting: April ~ All Member Meeting April 7 Tentatively to be held at Young at Heart - 7:15 am Followed by a BOD meeting NOTATION: NO MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS WILL BE SCHEDULED FOR A MONDAY NATIONAL HOLIDAY. 
Mass polio vaccination campaign to continue in the Gaza Strip
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International President for 2024-25 Stephanie Urchick |
The first woman from the Arab world to win the Nobel Peace Prize will address Rotary International’s 2025 convention, which takes place from 21-25 June in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Tawakkol Karman has endured persecution and imprisonment for speaking out in favor of democracy and women’s empowerment.
“In the most trying circumstances, both before and during the Arab Spring, Karman has played a leading part in the struggle for women’s rights and for democracy in Yemen,” said Thorbjørn Jagland, chairman of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, announcing the Nobel Prize in 2011. Karman shared the award with Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and Leymah Gbowee.
A journalist and human rights activist, Karman organized numerous protests against the repressive regime of Yemeni president Ali Abdullah Saleh from 2007-2011, acquiring the nicknames “mother of the revolution” and “the iron woman.” In 2005 she founded Women Journalists Without Chains, which trains journalists, reports on efforts to silence the media, and promotes women’s rights.
“‘Women’s rights’ means democracy, means freedom of expression, means freedom to choose your ruler,” Karman said at the 2023 Munich Security Conference. She says Western governments have supported anti-revolutionary efforts in the Middle East, undermining democratic movements in the region.
Karman also founded the Peaceful Revolutionary Youth Council. During the Arab Spring movement in the early 2010s, she called for peaceful dialogue rather than violence and worked for reconciliation between Shia and Sunni Muslims. She believes Islam should peacefully coexist with other religions and that it presents no barrier to women’s full participation in every sphere of society.
Time magazine included Karman on a list of 17 of “History’s Most Rebellious Women” and named her one of its 100 Women of the Year in 2011. Foreign Policy magazine has included her among its Top 100 Global Thinkers. The Tawakkol Karman Foundation builds schools, fights poverty, and supports health care in Yemen.
Learn more and register for the 2025 Rotary International convention.
— March 2025
“In the most trying circumstances, both before and during the Arab Spring, Karman has played a leading part in the struggle for women’s rights and for democracy in Yemen,” said Thorbjørn Jagland, chairman of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, announcing the Nobel Prize in 2011. Karman shared the award with Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and Leymah Gbowee.
A journalist and human rights activist, Karman organized numerous protests against the repressive regime of Yemeni president Ali Abdullah Saleh from 2007-2011, acquiring the nicknames “mother of the revolution” and “the iron woman.” In 2005 she founded Women Journalists Without Chains, which trains journalists, reports on efforts to silence the media, and promotes women’s rights.
“‘Women’s rights’ means democracy, means freedom of expression, means freedom to choose your ruler,” Karman said at the 2023 Munich Security Conference. She says Western governments have supported anti-revolutionary efforts in the Middle East, undermining democratic movements in the region.
Karman also founded the Peaceful Revolutionary Youth Council. During the Arab Spring movement in the early 2010s, she called for peaceful dialogue rather than violence and worked for reconciliation between Shia and Sunni Muslims. She believes Islam should peacefully coexist with other religions and that it presents no barrier to women’s full participation in every sphere of society.
Time magazine included Karman on a list of 17 of “History’s Most Rebellious Women” and named her one of its 100 Women of the Year in 2011. Foreign Policy magazine has included her among its Top 100 Global Thinkers. The Tawakkol Karman Foundation builds schools, fights poverty, and supports health care in Yemen.
Learn more and register for the 2025 Rotary International convention.
— March 2025
ROTARY DISTRICT 7870
Bill Stevens- District Governor
2024-2025
Bill Stevens, DG
Dear Rotary Family,
As we transition into this vibrant spring season, I am excited to highlight the
importance of training and development within our Rotary community. This
time of year marks a pivotal moment for us as we prepare our leaders for the
upcoming Rotary year. The knowledge and skills gained during this "training season" will empower us to better serve our communities and elevate the impact of our work.
I am thrilled to announce our President Elect Learning Seminar scheduled for March 21 and 22. This seminar is a cornerstone of our training efforts, designed to equip our incoming club presidents with the tools, insights, and inspiration needed to lead effectively. It will be an invaluable opportunity for fellowship, discussion, and learning, as we come together to share best practices and strategies that will enhance our clubs’ success.
During this seminar, participants will engage in workshops that cover essential topics such as club management, membership growth, community engagement, and projects that make a difference. I encourage all incoming presidents to actively participate and take advantage of this unique opportunity to connect with fellow leaders and gain fresh perspectives.
Following our seminar, we will convene for our District Assembly on April 26. This event is open to all Rotarians and will serve as a comprehensive training session for club leaders, committee chairs, and all members interested in enhancing their Rotary experience. The District Assembly will feature our Exchange Program students talking about their experience in our District, a perennial favorite that always leaves some teary eyes and also the Finals of our 4-Way Test Speech contest. I have watched these for many years now and the quality of the presentations is outstanding, not to be missed.
The assembly will also provide an opportunity for networking and collaboration among clubs, fostering the spirit of service that defines Rotary. Together, we can share successes and brainstorm innovative solutions to common challenges.
Training is not just about acquiring knowledge; it is about building a stronger, more effective Rotary. As we invest in our leaders, we are investing in the future of our organization and the communities we serve. I encourage all clubs to prioritize training and to support their members in attending these vital events.
In service and fellowship,
Bill Stevens, District Governor, Rotary District 7870
(portion of the District Governor November Newsletter Message)
As we transition into this vibrant spring season, I am excited to highlight the
importance of training and development within our Rotary community. This
time of year marks a pivotal moment for us as we prepare our leaders for the
upcoming Rotary year. The knowledge and skills gained during this "training season" will empower us to better serve our communities and elevate the impact of our work.
I am thrilled to announce our President Elect Learning Seminar scheduled for March 21 and 22. This seminar is a cornerstone of our training efforts, designed to equip our incoming club presidents with the tools, insights, and inspiration needed to lead effectively. It will be an invaluable opportunity for fellowship, discussion, and learning, as we come together to share best practices and strategies that will enhance our clubs’ success.
During this seminar, participants will engage in workshops that cover essential topics such as club management, membership growth, community engagement, and projects that make a difference. I encourage all incoming presidents to actively participate and take advantage of this unique opportunity to connect with fellow leaders and gain fresh perspectives.
Following our seminar, we will convene for our District Assembly on April 26. This event is open to all Rotarians and will serve as a comprehensive training session for club leaders, committee chairs, and all members interested in enhancing their Rotary experience. The District Assembly will feature our Exchange Program students talking about their experience in our District, a perennial favorite that always leaves some teary eyes and also the Finals of our 4-Way Test Speech contest. I have watched these for many years now and the quality of the presentations is outstanding, not to be missed.
The assembly will also provide an opportunity for networking and collaboration among clubs, fostering the spirit of service that defines Rotary. Together, we can share successes and brainstorm innovative solutions to common challenges.
Training is not just about acquiring knowledge; it is about building a stronger, more effective Rotary. As we invest in our leaders, we are investing in the future of our organization and the communities we serve. I encourage all clubs to prioritize training and to support their members in attending these vital events.
In service and fellowship,
Bill Stevens, District Governor, Rotary District 7870
(portion of the District Governor November Newsletter Message)
Experience
the Sweet Taste of Tradition!
Mark your calendars for events on March 22nd, with Sugar House tours continuing through March 23rd, 2025
Doing Good: Intro from Rotary International on Vimeo.
ROTARY ACTION GROUP ON MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVES
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Connect during the Open Meeting!!
We will start with a brief (5-10 minutes) educational segment to start each meeting and then continue with the open discussion. Members are welcome to share presentation ideas. The conversation begins at 9 AM (New York time) on the second Saturday each month except June, when we meet in person at the Rotary International Convention! Enter Zoom meeting: 834 0892 3476 and Passcode: 394366 or click here |
Dates of our monthly open meetings this Rotary year:
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