The family of Rotary Month in December comes at a time when all are looking forward to the festivities associated with the end of year. As you look forward to the holidays, I would like you to also take time to review your effectiveness as a club and as a leader in the roles and responsibilities entrusted to you. The recently released first quarter rankings shows areas of growth that you as a Rotaractor can provoke your club to aspire to. Based on the feedback from the first quarter reporting, the District Team has reviewed the content of the second quarter Reporting Template to incorporate learning experiences in the four avenues of service. I urge all clubs to ensure that their second quarter reports are handed-in. This will determine the winner of the Best Rotaract Club since the District Team would like to see a winner that has shown persistence in sharing their approaches to service and resilient performance.

1. T
he family of Rotary Month in December comes
at a time when all are looking forward to the
festivities associated with the end of year.
As you look forward to the holidays, I would like you
to also take time to review your effectiveness as a
club and as a leader in the roles and responsibilities
entrusted to you.
The recently released first quarter rankings shows
areas of growth that you as a Rotaractor can provoke
your club to aspire to. Based on the feedback from
the first quarter reporting, the District Team has
reviewed the content of the second quarter Reporting
Template to incorporate learning experiences in the
four avenues of service. I urge all clubs to ensure
that their second quarter reports are handed-in. This
will determine the winner of the Best Rotaract Club
since the District Team would like to see a winner that
has shown persistence in sharing their approaches to
service and resilient performance.
I would also like to urge all Rotaractors to start saving
up for the District Conference (if you haven’t yet). I
have been given a glimpse of what is in store including
the evening sessions, beach activities and a tour of
Bagamoyo. I can’t wait for this!
The Conference Team has secured the best venue
for us at Palm Beach Hotel see www.paradiseresort.net
Registration is open now, so make your bookings by
downloading and filling the forms www.rotary9200dca.
org/registration.html . Make payments through the
country Onto-Conference Chairs.
The District Secretary will be sending the DRR
–N (Nomination criteria) for your clubs deliberation.
Nominations should be sent back in by 31st
December
2007. All nominating clubs should have paid their
dues so as to participate in this process. Ensure
that your club is compliant for the sake of the future
leadership.
And finally, as you brace yourself for the holidays and
plan parties for the various homes and institutions that
you support, do not forget to treat yourself.
I do not have plans yet…… and am looking for the
best party. I am open for suggestions if you have a
party lined-up with more than twenty Rotaractors in
attendance…….. Let me know.
- Lawi Sultan
district round-up
by IPDRR/ District Trainer Jingo Allan, Rotaract Lukuli-Nanganda
WorldAids day is commemorated the world over on 1st December.As part of the Rotary emphases, Rotaract
clubs are encouraged to take part in activities that promote the awareness and prevention of the spread of the
pandemic. As is often said, the fight against HIV/ AIDS starts with you. Below are a few examples of service
projects by clubs in d9200.
Ethiopia: RotaractAbugida “Big Brother Big Sister” had Rotaractors act as role models to HIV/AIDS orphans;
Rotaract Mella: “Timret le Hiwot HIV/AIDS network” project involved giving regular support to 20 households
of HIV patients by visiting them on holidays; “PEFAN orphanage” gave support to HIV/ AIDS orphans
Kenya: Rotaract Muthaiga “Aqua Privy Rugby project” was a joint project between the club and Coca Cola
in which both sponsored HIV/AIDS orphans who had graduated from primary to secondary level.
Uganda: Rotaract Mbarara community: “World AIDS day walk” was initiated in 2002 by IPDRR Jingo Allan
and it incorporates business, government agencies and NGOS in annual walk within Mbarara town and
culminates in public addresses by affected and infected persons on the theme.
World AIDS day
drr column 1
rotaract calendar 2
up front 4
A Bulletin of the Rotaract District
D9200 Newsletter
issue 6 december 2007
more than words 3
drr nominations 8
message from drre hudson 5
christmas facts 11
district round-up 6
feature: rotary protocol 10
rotary news 9

2. 1: ROTS Arua. Departure: Friday 30th November - Return: 2nd
Dec.
Contact IPDRR/ District Trainer Jingo ( +256772575680).
Rotaract Kwanza HIV/ Aids Voluntary Vocational
Counselling and Testing.
3: Rotaract Mulago New member Induction
Rotaract Mulago Gift Exchange
4t Joint fellowship between Rotaract Kampala City,
Rotaract Mulago, Rotaract Lukuli, Rotaract Kampala
Ssese Islands, Rotaract Makindye Rotaract Buganda
Royal Institute. Talk: Family of Rotary and My Experience as
the First lady of D9200 - PP P.H.F Rose Mutalya
Rotaract Kampala City Induction Choosing Friend of the
year.
4-7: Rotaract Kampala City BOD visit to Rotaract Kampala CORE
7: Rotaract USIU Community service at USIU (to be confirmed)
Rotaract Kwanza Get Together
8: Rotaract Nairobi Central Annual Dancing Competition at the
Crooked Q, Rooftop, Westlands. Charges: Kshs 300. Contact
Rayhab Gachango - 0722 466 958)
Rotaract Mulago KIN Intiative Project at Ganda Nansana
Rotaract Mulago Club outing to Zanzi Bar (Kiwatule) and
Club Cascades
Rotaract Nsamizi (provisional) Half day training seminar
from 2 pm onwards. Contact IPDRR/
District Trainer Jingo ( +256772575680).
11: Rotaract Kampala City Acupuncture - Doctor from
Double Life Chinese Health Club and Voting of Office Bearers
for RY 2008/2009.
Rotaract Nairobi Central End year Gift Exchange. Grand
Regency Hotel from 6.00 pm.
Theme: How romantic are you on a budget of Shs 250
11 -16: Rotaract Kampala City X-mas party for the Katanga
orphanage
15: Rotaract Nairobi Central Annual Thogoto Home Chrismas
Party and 2nd Quarter birthdays. (Details to be communicated)
Rotaract Kwanza Ocean Road Cancer Institute Clean
up Campaign
18: Rotaract Kampala City Friend of Year Gift Exchange
19: Rotaract Kampala City BOD visit to Rotaract Club of Ntinda
20: Rotaract Kampala City BOD meeting.
25: Rotaract Kampala City Public Holiday (Christmas)
31: Rotaract Kampala City Pyjama Party hosted by the
buddy groups (Coyotes Hyenas)
0: Number of DRRs from Tanzania and
Ethiopia
0: Number of clubs in Eritrea, D9200
1: A total of 35 countries across the
world have only one Rotaract club
4: number of Rotaract clubs in
Tanzania
5: Number of countries comprising
D9200
7: Number of Rotaract clubs in
Ethiopia
8: Number of DRRs contributed by
Kenyan clubs
17: Number of District governors
since 1991 for D9200
19: Total number of DRRs for our
district from 1988 to 2006
27: Number of Rotaract clubs in
Kenya
46: Number of Rotaract clubs in
Uganda
82: Number of Rotaract clubs in
D9200
108: Number of Rotary clubs in
D9200
112: Number of Interact clubs in
D9200
158: Number of countries with
Rotaract clubs
227: Number of Rotaract clubs on
Nigeria, highest in Africa
518: Number of Rotary districts that
have Rotaract clubs
FACTS FIGURESHabari .. Amawulire .. Zena
Rotaract Calendar for December 2007
December is Family Month
Promote a family literacy project which emphasizes
parents reading to their children, raise awareness of
child abuse prevention programs in your community,
volunteer at a shelter for homeless families, assist the
elderly in nursing homes with simple crafts that they can give as
gifts to their families, provide materials and support to a daycare
facility or orphanage.

3. December is a strange month in which we slow
down and speed up at the same time. We are
weary after twelve months of toil, but excited at
our plans for the holiday season; sad when we are reminded
of what we have failed to achieve but happy at the thought of
the fresh beginnings that the New Year will bring. But, most
of all, December is a month spent thinking about what has
passed and what is yet to come; about who we have been
and who we hope to become.
But in Rotary, December is just the halfway point. There
are still six empty months out there, unknown, unchartered
and unwritten - ready to be filled with our imaginations and
our enthusiasm, with our hopes and our dreams. And so as
we simultaneously wind down and gear up for the Holiday
Season, let’s keep our identity as Rotaractors foremost in
our minds when we plan for the coming year. Let’s make
a renewed dedication to Fellowship through Service, to
helping the less fortunate in society, to advancing our own
skills in order to strengthen our communities, and to giving
more not in the hope of receiving something back, but just
for the sake of giving.
In keeping with the nostalgia of the old year and the hope
promised by the new year, therefore, this month’s Bulletin
offers an amalgamation of articles that look at the year past
and the year to come.
A message from the IPDRR/ District Trainer (page 3) on
the Rotary Family Month
Up Front (page 4) featuring Hudson Mutalya, the DRRE
together with his letter to District presidents (page 5),
offers an insight into the leadership we can look forward
to in 2008/09.
District Round-Up (pages 6-7) brings you up to date with
activities across our district
Aword of advice from IPDRR Jingo on DRR Nominations
(page 8) as the deadline draws near.
Rotary News (page 9), and
Rotary Protocol, the first of our Feature articles (page 10-
12) on how to observe protocol during Rotary/ Rotaract
events.
Let me close with one last thought. I read somewhere that
we all have stories to tell and experiences to share and that
we are searching for ways and people to tell them to. As
Rotaractors you are privileged as few others are. If there is
a story that you want to share, this Bulletin is the way to do
it. Send it to drr9200_7_8@yahoo.com.
On behalf of the District Committee 2007-08, I wish you a
wonderful Holiday Season.
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More than words ...
A column by DBO Aamena
December is designated, as the “Family
of Rotary” month for Rotary worldwide
is an organization of people who care – about
their work, homes, communities and each
other.
Akey idea about the family of Rotary is that it
encompasses every one involved and related
to Rotary – from our spouses, widows and
widowers of deceased members, children,
parents, Rotaractors, Interactors, RCCs,
friends and our workmates. In effect, it helps
to eliminate the notion of having “strangers
with a common interest” within each club.
It is recognized that the passion and
enthusiasm that we attach to Rotaract can be
a drain on the time, energy and resources to
be shared between ourselves and the family
and work to which we have responsibility.
This balancing act can easily hide the unique
aspects that Rotaract offers to members
– issues such as fellowship, grooming of civic
minded and responsible citizens, and creation
of value to the lives of the communities in
which we operate.
Activities that clubs can carry out in the
month of December:
Have a person host a home hospitality
where club members can bring their
families or a family day out
Dedicate one club meeting to a topic or
presentation about our families
Invite family members to a club meeting,
project or outing.
Prepare a club or profile and let each
member take it home and discuss it with
their family, how they can contribute to the
Rotaract program or use it to understand
your individual involvement.
Invite a family member to make a
presentation at the club.
Keep tabs on the families of members’ by
recognizing anniversaries or contributeing
towards key events of club members’
e.g. weddings, burials and other special
occasions.
So as we come to a conclusion of this
Calendar year, ask your self, how well do my
“family” members know about my involvement
in Rotary?
- IPDRR/ District Trainer Jingo
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4. My proudest achievement- Buying Land.
My most humbling moment- Nominated as DRR
My life won’t be complete until- I achieve Financial Freedom.
The book currently on my night stand - None at the moment. But a few months
ago I read a Richard Branson Quick read series, It was inspirational. From then
on I discovered that I love reading quick reads. They are small books and easy
to understand.
My favorite part of every Rotaract meeting- Guest Speaker
When I tell people I am in Rotaract, they say - “Oh that club for the
rich”
No body in my club knows that- My family is from a poor background.
A famous person, living or dead, I’d like to meet- None.
My friends think I’m- Proud
If I could be any animal, I’d be - a Giraffe.
My earliest memory- Invitation from my parents to watch them dancing.
The three things I would want with me on a deserted island- Inspirational books
or items.
The most impulsive thing I have ever done- Slapped a friend.
The disc currently in my CD player- Tusker Jazz.
Three words that best describe me- Fun loving guy.
How did you first become involved in Rotaract- Formation of Rotaract in
Tanzania
How do you view your role as a Rotaractor- It means a lot especially its purpose
and more so its inclination towards personal development. (Note to reader: Most
Rotaractors do not understand that through value-addition activities, club programs,
sense of self development and teamwork, individuals become better placed to help
others.)
How does Rotaract inspire you- The more you are together the happier you are.
Who have been your greatest influence- Family.
What do you feel are Rotaract’s greatest strengths - Sense of fun and
networking.
UP FRONT
Up Front is a monthly feature in the D9200 Rotaract Newsletter, which will recognise Rotaractors in
the District who have made outstanding contributions to the Rotaract community.
This month, we feature Hudson Mutalya, DRRE in a sneak preview to the leadership of the Rotaract
District in 2008/09.
With over 7978 Rotaract clubs worldwide, the
communication between clubs has greatly improved
thanks to the internet. The greatest concentration of
clubs is seen in the least developed world with India
topping with 2149!
The coordination of Rotaract clubs is effected through
the RI Rotaract committee comprising of Rotarians
and Rotaractors (all past DRRs) appointed by the RI
President. Great use has been made of websites and
mailing lists which help to promote ideas between
clubs worldwide.
Rotaractors in D9200 should make use of some of
the following websites:
www.rotary.org/rotaract and www.rotaract9200.org,
both of which offer numerous links to individual and
regional club websites.
Mailing lists which enable the regular exchange of
emails are also available to join. Rules on how to join,
send and receive mail vary depending on the group.
It shoud be noted some mailing lists allow either the
use of one or several languages. The following mailing
lists can be accessed by Rotaractors in D9200 from
the yahoo website;
www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/Rotaractnet (most
commonly used by over 3500 rotaractors)
www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/d9200 (most
commonly used by over 400 rotaractors in D9200)
The Global Identity of Rotaract

5. Message from DRRE Hudson
My Friends Presidents
First and foremost allow me take this opportunity to congratulate you
on the leadership and the continuity you are providing your clubs.
As you might be aware, in May this year you nominated me to be
your DRR next year. I was humbled and I accepted this responsibility
with humility. I am indeed honored and am already looking forward to
serving you come the next Rotary year.
Friends, the DCA in Muyonyo was a momentous occasion in our
district. It was an occasion which not only symbolized the continuation of leadership in our district, but more
so, it was an occasion for my Club, for we were able to fulfill one of our club’s obligations, of contributing to
the leadership of our district. It was an occasion which we not only celebrated, but endorsed as reflecting
our continued commitment to the district. It reassured us, as individuals and as a club, of our commitment to
the continued sustenance of our district, its management and overall leadership.
Rotaract is a breeding ground for you and me. It is a ground for future leaders of our communities. We
replenish ourselves from its values and ideals. It is not only a ground that allows us to grow into responsible
people of our societies, but it is a ground that prepares us for the even greater responsibilities in life. It is
where we learn more about how to become professionals and good leaders through the enhancement of
our skills. It is where we all come together to share more of ourselves, our talents, our abilities in order to
understand the needs and problems of others in our communities, through a framework of friendship and
good fellowship. In other words; Rotaract is not about fun, but rather fun with a purpose. This is the reason
why I am proud to be in Rotaract and it is the reason is why most of us choose to stay.
It is my conviction that there can never be successful action in a district without the networking and involvement
of its clubs. So in pursuit of these values, I encourage us all to engage and apply ourselves more. I would
like to request your clubs to contribute and participate in our district. Contribute not only because it is an
obligation, but because you care for your district. Contribution is imperative to the development, management
and sustained leadership of our district. So as clubs in our district, we need to forge ahead and work together
if our district is to be vibrant through leadership.
My Friends, December, as you might be aware is the month that clubs start planning for the following Rotary
year. It usually commences with identifying club leadership. But as you identify your club leaders, I would like
you to also participate in identifying district leaders. The planning committee set up by myself has already
initiated the process and a call for nomination has been sent to you. I therefore would like to encourage you
participate by nominating your own members for the various leadership positions in the district.
Let me add that our district is indeed a unique one, the only one of its kind, covering five countries with over
84 clubs. It is such diversity that presents us with unique challenges, problems and unique obligations. The
list goes on. My friends, it is this uniqueness that you and I inherit today and as Presidents and Leaders of
Rotaract clubs, it is important that your club participates in the affairs of the district. Have it at heart, wherever
you go, wherever you are, wherever you will be. Borrowing from the words of President Kennedy, “Ask not
what your country can do for you, but rather what you can do for your country”.
In the same way, I beseech you, as clubs; to ask not what your district can do for you, but rather what your
club can do for your district. Collectively as clubs, the district is our priority and it should always be. In doing
so, your club will have participated, but most importantly greater communication will be facilitated across
the clubs in the district. My friends, I believe this will forever make Rotaract in D9200 vibrant through the
synergies created in the networking of peers, friends, clubs and the district, as a whole.
DRRE Hudson Mutalya
2008/2009

6. District Round-up
Clubs represented: Rotaract Nakuru - Twenty Members, including all nine officials, Rotaract
Egerton University Njoro Campus - Eight members, including five officials, Rotaract Naivasha - Four members,
including three officials, Rotaract Kisumu - Three members - all officials, Rotaract Victoria Kisumu City - One
member, ADRR-Kenya, and Rotary Nakuru - Four Members, AG Edward Wahome, President Kanti and
Chauhan, Rotaract Officer Rtn Vitalice Kahenda and Interact Chair Rtn Nelly Muthui
Question and Answer Session:
1. Can a Rotaract Club have more than one mother club and how can this be done?
Yes, This is very Possible. As a Rotaract Club you need to ask yourselves first why you need another
Sponsor club. As a rotaract Club you also need to agree as a board that you are willing to ask or accept a
proposal from another Rotary Club that they are willing to sponsor you. This should apprear in the minutes of
the meeting.Then you will need to speak or write to your mother club stating your intentions. upon approval,
The three clubs ( Rotaract Club, Mother club and co-sponsor Rotary Club) shall have a meeting to officially
declare that your club now has two sponsor clubs. Please note that there has to be documentation to state this
for future reference. Your Club president should then send a copy of this documentation to ADRR or country
co-ordinator, DRR and District Secretary.
2. If a club is undertaking a long term project and is not completed by the current year can it be
entered into the Rotaract Citation form?
I am afraid not. It is clearly stated in the Presidential Citation form that Rotaract Clubs should have
COMPLETED all projects for them to be included in the Citation form. If you refer to the form, there is a place
for your Mother Club President to sign the form( Which is mandatory) stating that you have successfully
completed the projects listed.
3. Where can Rotaract Lapel pins be found?
I am afraid to say that your last chance to buy Rotaract Lapel pins was at the RI Rotaract Zone institute. The
only other chance that would be available would be at the District Conference in Tanzania. If your Club has
representatives that shall be present you could send them to buy them for you. They would cost about Kshs
200-300 at the conference. another alternative would be to place a bulk order from the gentleman who sells
them from India, You could contact me for his contacts for those who wish to buy them directly from him.
Special thanks to AG Edward Wahome, President Rotaract Club of Nakuru Rtr. Rahab; Kang’ethe and
President Kanti Chauhan and everyone who participated in the organisation of the ROTS Session; All the
facilitators for presenting on short notice; and all the participants including those who travelled from Njoro,
Naivasha and Kisumu.
by ADRR Karyna Okwaro, Rotaract Kisumu
17th Nov 2007: ROTS Western Kenya (Egerton University Town campus)
Clubs represented: Rotaract Mubende NTC (which has existed for 4 years though only revived last Rotary
year), Rotaract Kabarole (which is nursing the proposed clubs at two new universities i.e Mountains of the
moon and Uganda Pentecostal University), Rotaract Kichwamba UTC (this was the first club in the region
though is in a stage of revival), Interact Fort Portal SS and Interact St. Maria Gorretes.
This was the second phase of ROTS targeting clubs in Western Uganda. Rotaract clubs in Western Uganda
are coordinated by Rtr Agnes Nantale of Kabarole club. The training venue was set at the former colonial
officers administration during the pre independence days (now the Tooro Golf Course club). It is my hope that
we made them love Rotaract as the next step in their Rotary journey.
Overall we had an attendance of more than 40 participants including 2 Rotarians from Rotary Kabarole.
Special thanks to Rtr Ronnie Mutalya of Kyambogo in Kampala who was one of the facilitators.
The next training in Uganda is aimed at the Rotaract Arua in the west Nile region on 1st December, which
has been provisional for two years.
by IPDRR/ District Trainer Jingo Allan, Rotaract Lukuli-Nanganda
10th Nov 2007: ROTS Western Uganda (Tooro Golf Course Club)
Rotaract Officer Training Seminar is an officially sanctioned training event for all clubs in D9200.
Coming up-January 2008: RYLA Uganda; February 2008: RYLA Kenya.

7. The V.K.C food fare was a huge success!!!!!
Thank you to all 86 participants from the following
individuals, organisations and clubs:
Rotary Vihiga, Rotary Kisumu, Rotary Winam
Kisumu, Rotaract RIAT College, Rotaract Victoria
Kisumu City, Rotaract Muthaiga, Lions Kisumu
Host, Staff, Patrons and Members of the Interact
Migingo Girls Secondary School, Staff, Patrons and
Members of the Interact Otieno Oyoo High School,
Administration Kisumu Rotary Youth Training Centre,
Nakumatt Nyanza, Barclay card Kisumu Branch,
Maseno Cooks and District Treasurer Boniface
Khama Rotaract Muthaiga
It was an honour to meet, interact and fellowship
with you; and I cannot forget the great dancing. Thank
you epecially to all those who travelled from as far as
Nairobi, Vihiga, Ahero and RIAT.
Looking forward to seeing you all at the next
VKC Food fare soon! Would u dare miss out this
time???
Watch out for pictures and highlights in the next
VKC Weekly!
On the 22/09/07, The Rotaract Club of Kampala City made a Vocational Tour to
Ugarose Flowers Ltd, a family business of a member of the Club.
Ugarose Flowers Ltd is the 2nd
largest Rose growing farm in Uganda, after
Rosebud Ltd. The 11.4 hectare farm was started in January 1998 with only 4 acres
of land and over the years, it has grown to become one of the largest exporters of
Roses in Uganda. The deals in Roses only and they are entirely for export.
Members and guests were treated to a tour around the farm by one of the
managers. We were taken through the various stages and processes the roses
go through before they are finally declared top quality and taken to the airport for
export.
The types of roses grown at Ugarose Flowers Ltd include:
Type Colour
Lambada Orange (small head)
Calypso Pure red
Valentino Yellow
Pearl pink Pink
Safari Light brown (small head)
jamila Dark pink
Frisco Yellow (small head)
Dream Combination of yellow, red and pink.
VKC Food Fare
Vocational Tour to Ugarose Flowers
by Ethel Mamawi, Rotaract Kampala City
Lessons:
There are 3 types of Rose heads (Tight,
Medium Open and Open).
Roses are classified in 2 categories
(small heads and big heads)
The best soil for growing roses is black
soil.
Rain water is not good for roses.
Temperatures in the Green houses
should be 33 degrees Centigrade.
The breeders give the names to the
roses.
Yellow is the best selling colour.
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The Rotaract District Conference 2007/08 will be held
at the Paradise Holiday Resort, Bagamoyo from 14th-
17th May 2008.
The theme for the conference is “Alleviating Poverty
through Rural Development”. Registration is USD
75 and registration forms can be downloaded from the
district website.
Contact: Winnie Mafuru, Rotaract Conference Chair,
Tanzania. (njwinnie@yahoo.com; +255 784 810 347)
Rotaract District Conference
May 2007/08

8. Rotaract clubs, like Rotary clubs, are considered to be
effective if they can achieve 3 of 4 things; Sustain and
grow membership; Implement successful service projects
and Develop club leaders beyond the club level.
(Rotarians have a fourth which is to Support the
Rotary foundation.)
Rotaract D9200 covers 4 of 5 countries with over
80 clubs being either registered or provisional.
The administration and coordination of all these
clubs with varying cultures and economic social
prospects can be a daunting challenge as there is
need to coordinate issues such as communication,
leadership and professional development. One
cannot forget that as of July 2007, 45 out of 105
Rotary clubs do not sponsor a Rotaract club.
As per district resolutions set in the Dar conference
2002, all nominations for the position of DRR for Rotary
year 2009/10 need to be submitted to the District Rotaract
Secretary Eric by 31st December 2007. Only approved
nominees shall be voted upon at the next District Conference
and Assembly at Bagamoyo in May 2008.
The position of District Rotaract Representative carries with it
great honour as well as responsibility. A DRR is elected by clubs in
good standing to coordinate communication across the District and
with Rotary International. DRRs are selected for their leadership ability,
their thorough knowledge base and unquestioned commitment to Rotaract.
In short, they are elected to steer the way for Rotaract’s future sustainability.
The following publications may ease fears and concerns that arise from such a
responsibility: DRR training manual: an RI publication that looks at role definition,
district meetings and organization structure, goals, preparation of work plan for the
year, growth of Rotaract in the district; Rotaract–District leaders guide: a publication
that covers similar topics to the DRR training manual but in a more interactive manner.
Leadership and the DRR: a pull out from the Rotaract handbook that gives detailed
guidance on preparation for the position of DRR. It is very interactive in approach and is
structured around the six months prior to the commencement of term of office; D9200 DRR
Dossier: a localized version of the above documents specific to D9200 which emphasises
preparation for nominations to post, preparation for office upon being elected as DRR nominee,
execution of tenure and hand over, balance between engagements outside of Rotaract.
This publication is at first draft and further editions shall be released; D9200 Rotaract
resolutions: arising from previous District assemblies regarding the qualification criteria
and procedures of nomination and election for this position.
Any Rotaractor’s decision to run for this post cannot be made in casually. It is
important to consider how compatible the roles of the position are with the
work, education and social life engagements. At the same time, your
club’s contribution to district leadership cannot be over emphasized.
All of us shall not have the opportunity to serve as DRR, but our
clubs can compensate by having representatives serve on
the District Committee headed by the DRR for it is an
extension of the concept of creating and nurturing
district leadership.
It’s DRR Nomination Time
by IPDRR/ District Trainer Jingo Allan, Rotaract Lukuli-Nanganda

9. News from Rotary
On 26 November, 2007, Rotary International announced a partnership with the Bill and Melinda
Gates Foundation that will inject US$200 million into the global campaign to eradicate polio, a
crippling and sometimes fatal disease that still paralyzes children in parts of Africa, Asia and
the Middle East and threatens children everywhere.
The Rotary Foundation has received a $100-million Gates Foundation grant, which Rotary will
raise funds to match, dollar-for-dollar, over three years. The Evanston-based volunteer service
organization will spend the initial $100 million within one year in direct support of immunization
activities carried out by the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), a partnership spearheaded
by the World Health Organization (WHO), Rotary International, the U.S. Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention and UNICEF.
“The extraordinary dedication of Rotary members has played a critical role in bringing polio
to the brink of eradication,” says Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
“Eradicating polio will be one of the most significant public health accomplishments in history,
and we are committed to helping reach that goal.”
The polio eradication grant is the largest grant received by Rotary in its 102-year history. Polio
eradication has been Rotary’s top priority since 1985. Since then, Rotary has contributed $633
million to the eradication effort.
RI President Wilfrid Wilkinson added, “This endorsement of Rotary’s polio eradication efforts
by the Bill Melinda Gates Foundation is just the catalyst and challenge Rotary members need
to keep our promise to the children of the world that polio will be eradicated.”
GPEI has succeeded in slashing the number of polio cases by 99 percent over the past two
decades but the wild poliovirus still persists in Afghanistan, India, Nigeria and Pakistan. Last
month, WHO released data confirming that all four remaining polio-endemic countries are on
track to achieve eradication. In particular, significant progress has been made in India and
Nigeria, which together account for 85 percent of the world’s polio cases.
Most of the initial $100 million will be spent in support of mass immunization campaigns in polio-
affected countries, poliovirus surveillance activities and community education and outreach.
The grant will also support an expanded research agenda on ways to halt the spread of the
poliovirus. Rotary will distribute the funds through grants to WHO and UNICEF.
RI and Gates Foundation commit $200m to eradicate polio
Your photo could be featured in an award-winning issue
of The Rotarian.
The annual photo contest is under way, so send your best
shot from 2007-08 that illustrates Service Above Self.
The deadline for entries is 1 March 2008.
Visit http://www.rotary.org/en for more information
Rotarian photo contest now open!
District leaders have until 1 December to send
Rotary Foundation staff their nominations of
candidates for the July session of the Rotary
Peace and Conflict Studies Program in Bangkok,
Thailand.
The program is for professionals working
in the corporate sector, government, and
nongovernmental organizations. Graduates are
expected to return to their jobs and apply the skills
they’ve learned.
Two three-month sessions, beginning in January
and July, are offered each year. The customized
curriculum balances theoretical and practical
learning. Participants examine case studies,
learn to diagnose the causes of conflicts, and
acquire skills to mediate and negotiate effectively.
Graduates of the program are awarded a
certificate in peace and conflict studies from the
Foundation and Chulalongkorn University.
Peace and Conflict Studies Program
Source: Rotary.org
(above) Rotarian Dave Fowler won the 2006-07 contest by capturing the
emotion of a two-week trip to China, where surgeons repaired children’s
cleft lips.

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by Past ADRR Ethel Mamawi
Many a times, we don’t seem to know what is expected or what to do when it comes to observing Protocol in
Rotary. Allow me to share something on the same and I believe that if even half of these steps are followed,
we will be on the way to doing right as far as Protocol is concerned.
Instances in focus:
1. Addressing a Rotary, Rotaract or Interact gathering
This would apply to all Rotary functions starting from R.I right down to the District and Clubs.
R.I President (or President’s Representative)
President –elect
Vice President
Treasurer
Other Directors
Past Presidents (in order of seniority)
Trustees (led by chair)
General Secretary
President-Nominee
Past Directors (in order of seniority)
Past Trustees (in order of seniority)
Past General Secretaries (in order of seniority)
Directors – elect
Governors (and other RI Officers)
Directors – nominees
Past Governors (in order of seniority)
Incoming Trustees
Governors-elect
Assistant Governors
District and Country Officers
District Rotaract Representative
Assistant District Rotaract Representative
Rotarians
Inner Wheelers
Rotaractors
Interactors
Ladies and Gentlemen.
(Most functions in our District require the ones in bold but you never know!!!)
At Rotary functions, officers should be addressed according to protocol only once. The Officers’ current
position shall take precedence over future positions; past positions shall take precedence over future positions;
individuals holding more then one position shall be ranked by the highest office. Accompanying spouses have
the same rank.
2. Addressing Rotary Seniors in an email
The way we as Rotaractors may address Rotary Seniors in an email will greatly depend on the kind of rapport
we share with the concerned Rotarians, whether it is about something formal or informal. In some cases, we
may not be acquainted with the Rotarian, therefore it’s important that we introduce ourselves first, mention
the club we belong to and then state the issue at hand.
However – Dear Rotarians, A good morning/evening to you Rotarian(s) would suffice. If the Rotarian holds a
position in Rotary, then it is wise to include that too; e.g. DG Chris Mutalya, DRO Aggrey etc. Some Rotarians,
generally have a way they prefer to be referred to and this makes it a lot easier to address them. The best
example I can give in this case is PDG Tusu – who has always preferred that short version to Rtn. Dr. Tusubira
now PDG etc.
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All in all, by the time you send an email to a Rotarian, think about whether you share good acquaintance
with the said Rotarian or not. That will help you know how to address your email.
3. During Events, who sits at the High Table and who sits next to them or with them?
The most frequent events for us are Installations and probablyAnniversary celebrations. During installations,
the High Table should be occupied by the Guest of Honour, the out-going President, the In-coming President
and their spouses. It is important that the spouses sit with them so that they are also recognized in their own
right! In some instances where there is both a Guest of Honour and Chief Guest, they should all sit at the
High Table. Usually, G.O.H sits in the middle and the Presidents on either side (The out-going President on
the right and the in-coming President on the left). They change seats once the new president is installed. The
spouses should sit where the presidents will be seated by the end of the function (Spouse of out-going to sit
with the In-coming and vice versa). That way, it’s only the presidents who will have to change seats after the
Installation of the new president.
4. How to recognize Past Officers in a meeting
This has proved to be a quagmire to many of us, whether during the regular fellowship/meeting or at functions
but it can be easily done in the following ways:
If it is a member of the Club, he or she can be referred to by the title whenever he/she is being addressed. I
know of a Club that has a PDG, and he has got a permanent seat at the high table during their fellowships.
That is one sure way of recognizing them without necessarily mentioning it all the time.
Special recognition during a Roll Call of Clubs (in the case of functions).
During Official visits of the DG or DRR.
Individually as they arrive or as the MC or President may deem fit.
5. Use of the Podium during Events
Depending on the kind of event, a podium may be needed. However, in the event that there is a podium in
a room where you are to address people, especially if it has a functional microphone, it is advisable that you
use the podium.
One advantage of using the podium is if you are nervous, you can easily hide the shaking of your hands by
putting the papers on the podium and resting your hands on it. That way, the fact that you are nervous will
not be easily noticed.
TIP: Whenever you are meant to address people and there is a podium, USE IT!!! It is there for a reason.
The excuse of “I CAN BE HEARD FROM WHERE I’M STANDING” and the like, defeats the purpose.
6. Should a speaker address a gathering when seated or standing…….. What are the
expectations….?
AT ALL TIMES, a Speaker should address a gathering while standing up!! This helps with voice projection
especially if it is a big gathering, and in order to capture the attention of the audience. Most importantly – it is
a sign that you respect the people you are addressing. Sitting and pocketing while addressing a gathering are
significant indications of disrespect for the audience. Those of you who are familiar with the ART OF PUBLIC
SPEAKING will agree with me!!
However, there may be exceptions when one may be seated while addressing a gathering and if this is the
case, it is important to seek permission to do so while stating why. That alone will make them feel empathy
for your condition.
7. Additional pointers
I would also like to make reference to a few other cases (especially in Rotaract) where we do not follow
procedure or do things the way we are supposed to, simply because its the way those before us were doing
them and we probably do not know better.
I. During fellowships – The Secretary should always sit at the right hand of the President. After all, the
Secretary is the President’s right hand “man”.
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II. All Official Communication (written) on behalf of the Club MUST be done by the Secretary. The Club
President does not write letters on behalf of the Club. He/She can only sign them when the need arises.
III. VOTE OF THANKS – Always to be given. During events like installations and when you expect a District
or Country Official, assign someone who will move the VOT before the time allocated for it so that they have
an opportunity to get the basics right.
IV. If a function or fellowship starts late, always remember to apologize for the delay. This also applies to
fellowships stretching beyond the agreed time. Request for a few more minutes to finish whatever is happening.
This portrays respect for guests as opposed to taking them for granted.
V. “SENIOR ROTARACTORS” This is a common phrase that is used notably all over the District. Up until
a couple of years back, the term SENIOR ROTARIAN was used in Rotary. It was a culture in Rotary that if
a Rotarian had been in Rotary for 15 years, he/she would be given the title SENIOR ACTIVE, thereby being
called a senior Rotarian and a new member would be inducted to fill up that vacant classification. This is a
term that Rotaractors have continued using over the past years without knowing how it came about. Band
wagon effect? Ideally, no Rotaractor can be a member of a Rotaract Club for 15 years! So where does the
seniority come in?
You will realize that this has led to groupings in Rotaract that are NOT supposed to be there. These simple
and interesting insights into the organization that we are all part of is one of the things that makes Rotary and
Rotaract dynamic!! There is always something new to learn if you search for this information. The term has
since been revised by R.I and the policy now is that all Rotarians remain with their classifications.
Parting Shot!!!
A glance into The ART OF PUBLIC SPEAKING
At one time or another, each one of us will be called to address a gathering. Here are a few tips to guide
you along.
Public Speaking is generally a talent. It can be subdivided into 4 parts:
Introduction
First Impression
Dress code
Posture and stance
Audience
Right topic for the right group
Know your audience
PLAN
Presentation of package
Give a summary on what you are going to talk about.
Eye contact
Avoid too much movement
Gestures!!
Avoid fillers (You know. Okay. You see. Ah!!)
Pause to draw attention (technique)
Decide on your position (sit or stand)
Seek permission
Body language (smiling, frowning, twisting your fingers etc)
Content
Is it the right topic for the right audience?
Proper language
Use visual aids
Always remember – YOU DO NOT DEMAND RESPECT, YOU EARN IT!
I hope we will all pick something important from this to better our lives and Rotaract. For the good cause
that we are all a part of, LETS KEEP WALKING!!!
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MerryChristmasandHappyNewYear
A Christmas Diet
If you eat something and no one sees you eat it, it has no calories.
If you drink a diet soda with a chocolate, the calories in the chocolate are cancelled out by the diet soda.
When you eat with someone else, calories don’t count if you do not eat more than they do.
If you fatten up everyone else around you then you look thinner.
Cookie pieces contain no calories. The process of breaking the cookie causes calorie leakage.
Things licked off knives and spoons have no calories if you are in the process of preparing something.
Foods that have the same color have the same number of calories. Examples are: spinach and pistachio ice cream;
mushrooms and mashed potatoes.
Chocolate is a universal color and may be substituted for any other food color.
Anything consumed while standing has no calories. This is due to gravity and the density of the caloric mass.
Anything consumed from someone else’s plate has no calories since the calories rightfully belong to the other
person and will cling to his/her plate.
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According
to a 1995 survey, 7 out
of 10 British dogs get Christmas
gifts from their doting owners.
Christmas trees are edible. Many parts of pines,
spruces, and firs can be eaten. The needles are a good
source of vitamin C. Pine nuts, or pine cones, are also a
good source of nutrition.
During the Christmas buying season, Visa cards alone are used an
average of 5,340 times every minute in the United States.
There are two Christmas Islands. The Christmas Island in the Pacific Ocean
(formerly called Kiritimati) and Christma Island in the Indian Ocean.
If traveling in France during the Christmas season, it is interesting to note how
different dishes and dining traditions reign in popularity in different parts of the
country. In south France, for instance, a Christmas loaf (pain calendeau) is cut
crosswise and is eaten only after the first part has been given to a poor person. In
Brittany, buckwheat cakes and sour cream is the most popular main dish.
In Britain, the Holy Days and Fasting DaysAct of 1551, which has not yet been repealed,
states that every citizen must attend a Christian church service on Christmas Day,
and must not use any kind of vehicle to get to the service.
In Finland and Sweden an old tradition prevails, where the twelve days of Christmas
are declared to be time of civil peace by law. It used to be that a person committing
crimes during this time would be liable to a stiffer sentence than normal.
In France, Christmas is called Noel. This is derived from the French phrase “les bonnes
nouvelles,” which means literally “the good news” and refers to the gospel.
In Guatemala, Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25; however, Guatemalan
adults do not exchange gifts until New Year’s Day. Children get theirs (from the
Christ Child) on Christmas morning.
The abbreviation of Xmas for Christmas is not irreligious. The first letter of
the word Christ in Greek is chi, which is identical to our X.
The real St. Nicholas lived in Turkey, where he was bishop of the town of
Myra, in the early 4th century. It was the Dutch who first made him into
a Christmas gift-giver, and Dutch settlers brought him to America
where his name eventually became the familiar Santa Claus.
The tradition of Christmas lights dates back to when
Christians were persecuted for saying Mass. A simple
candle in the window meant that Mass would be
celebrated there that night.
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