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The UN has declared a state of famine in Ethiopia.
As people have been displaced by the brutal conflict in Tigray,
farms have been left empty, crops unplanted.
On top of this, families are also facing
the constant threat of coronavirus
We have supported over 51,000 people affected
by conflict in Ethiopia
since 2018.
Now Tigray, a region that was already in desperate
need of support, is facing a humanitarian catastrophe
. Working with our partner IOM, we’re supporting people
who’ve fled their homes within Tigray
with emergency shelter, household essentials and hygiene items.
We’re providing tarpaulins, rope, blankets, sleeping mats,
mosquito nets, water carriers, carry sacks and kitchen sets.
We’re also providing washbasins, soap, and water jugs,
to help prevent a
devastating outbreak of coronavirus
The situation in Mozambique is complex.
The BBC reports, 'the region has long experienced instability,
but the insurgency involving Islamist militants began in 2017.
Local al-Shabab militia operating in the area are believed
to have links to the wider Islamic state group (IS)
. High levels of poverty and disputes over access to land
and jobs
have contributed to local grievances.'
We have just been given the green light to move forward
with planning a response to displacement caused
by violent insurgency in the northern region of Mozambique.
Given the complexities of responding and importing into Mozambique,
we are scoping partners who will be able to support.
ShelterBox last responded in Mozambique in 2017 following Cyclobe Dineo.
Welcome to our
Club Alison
Welcome Paul and Caroline to
the Rotary Club of Cockburn
Tonight at our changeover evening we presented Past President Ray
with a Paul Harris Fellow with Sapphire pin for his great contribution
to the Rotary Club of Cockburn,
congratulations Ray
Congratulations to our President David for receiving
a 3 sapphire Paul Harris Award.
A well deserved PHF to Judith Andriessen,
thanks
for your support over the years
Congratulations Vicki for your PHF, well deserved!
We are glad to add another Paul Harris Fellow to our club
(much to her surprise).
Congratulations Jacqui, a very well deserved award presented
by Assistant District Governor Ron Mildenhall.
Dear Rotarians and friends
You will be aware that the Rotary WA Cord Blood Bank
has
been renamed Rotary WA Centre for Innovation and Health.
We have great news.
The Australian Red Cross Blood Service,
now renamed as Lifeblood has received a TGA
(Therapeutic Good Administration) licence for Microbiome,
the first in Australia to achieve this milestone
, and we are expecting to start screening actual donors
within the next week or so,
link to this week’s media release is attached
below.
John Iriks
Rotary Club of
Kwinana President 2020-21
District Governor
2004-2005
15 Weaver Lane
Wellard WA 6170
h: 08
94194350 I Mobile 0417904419
The Rotary Club of Attadale is again supporting the Bicton Men’s Shed
with a winter blanket appeal.
Last year 1000 blankets were distributed to people experiencing homelessness
. Donations of new or pre-loved blankets are welcomed.
Collection
from local areas can
be arranged by calling Ian (Attadale Rotary) on 0419 914 026.
We thanks President Rachel and welcomed our new
President James
Elloy
Congratulations to our 2020/2021 recipient of the
Rotaract Club of Belmont Davies-Taylor Award - Bailey Brown
The new President Duncan Peter
Congratulations to our new President Brian Hassen
who has taken office tonight at our club’s changeover
President Stuart started the evening by conferring an
Honorary membership on PP George Booth,
He got us all, and raised a goodly amount of money.
the club welcoming
incoming President Adam who introduced his new board
Following the death in 2007 of our Charter President, Graham Fosbery
, the Board decreed that the Silver Gull Award
be renamed the Graham Fosbery President’s Award in his honour.
The Board felt that the work Graham did for others epitomized
the finest example of the Rotary motto
'Service above Self'.
In recent years, it has been presented
by a member of the Fosbery family.
Klaus is a member of the Stirling Farmers Market Management Committee
and, in addition, he has been integral in organising many of the
social functions this Rotary year,
chasing up payments, tallying final numbers and ensuring members' menu choices.
His dedication to Rotary Club of Karrinyup is evident
in the many hours he spends to ensure the details are accurate
with everything that he does,
resulting in good accounting and smooth event planning.
Klaus is awarded the Graham Fosbery President's Award
for his extraordinary support and exemplary Rotary service
to the Club during 2020-2021 Rotary year in organising
our many
social functions, in addition to his already exacting role as Treasurer.
The meeting concluded with all singing the National Anthem.
Thank you to President Pettine-Ann for her work
At a recent Club meeting we were delighted to have guests
Mrs Amanda Robertson and Tristan Robertson.
Tristan recently attended Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment (RYPEN).
This is a program for youth leadership development for ages 14-17 years.
Tristan's attendance is an opportunity as being the current 2021 Awardee
for the Des Killick Foundation Student Scholarship, established
in partnership with Como Secondary College over the next 5 years
. A new Awardee is selected annually in December.
Tristan provided a presentation on his RYPEN
experience, which he enjoyed, and a general update on his current Year 12 studies.
We wish Tristan all the best for the remainder of Year 12,
and look forward to hearing from him at the end of the year.
We thank Amanda & Tristan for attending
Had a great meeting at the Byford DOME with the
Rotary Club of Byford & Districts last night. The 2021 RYPEN Candidates
were Stephanie Hendriksen and Elana Ng who with their families talked about
their experiences to the Club. Both candidates presented Pres Denise with some
flowers and wine in recognition for the Club's contributions. Thanks to Youth
Director Sheila who lead the youth program for the Club.
Matt Pham from the Glades IGA and District 9455
presented the club with a cheque for $500.00 after we performed BBQ duties for
the 30th anniversary of the Pham family in the grocery business.
Our guest speaker tonight was Troy,
who the club sponsored to attend a RYPEN camp.
Troy described some of the challenges they were given including
the Zombie Apocalypse.
He indicated he made lots of new friends, it helped develop his self confidence,
and they all agreed to get back
together when they could attend a RYLA camp.
Lots of warm winter socks for St. Patrick's Community Support Centre.
Another project by Booragoon Rotary
. It was cold and wet enough outside today.
We can only imagine what it's like sleeping in a city doorway
with wet
socks, or no socks,
Thank you Wendy Castles and members of Booragoon Rotary.
If you'd like to make a difference around here too Rotar
y will make you feel very
welcome.
