District Secretary's Corner
Victor Federico B. Acepcion
RC Roxas
District Secretary
October - December 2013
Of Calamities and the District Award...
The entire Philippines stood still as Typhoon Haiyan made several catastrophic landfalls and blew the strongest wind for three hours ever recorded in the history of the world to several parts of the Visayas including portions of Western Visayas and Negros. The whole world sympathized and immediately sent aid to the devastated areas while admiring the resilience of the Filipino spirit in times of such crisis.
The Rotarians of District 3850, some of whom were victims as well, rose up to the need and managed to provide immediate relief efforts to areas ravaged by the typhoon haiyan. The events did not deter the selfless spirit of Rotarians to rise to the challenge, to “Engage Rotary, Change Lives”.
Such eventualities and situations were the foundations of our district awards – to thank every Rotarian for their dedication and valuable contribution for creating a positive change in their community and around the world. This also gives recognition to their valuable efforts of making their respective clubs stronger, their communities better, while pursuing the core values of service, fellowship, diversity, integrity, and leadership.
This year our District Awards were tailored to the thrusts of RI President Ron Burton and District Governor Mark Ortiz. Emphasis was given to the six areas of focus (DiMPLE-H): Disease Prevention, Maternal and Child Health, Peace and Conflict Resolution. Literacy, Economic and Community Development, Water and Sanitation. The creation of a three-year road map (strategic plan) is a must for each club to qualify for a district award as well as having a “continuing club leadership” by having a club president nominee in place. The role of the assistant governors was also given utmost importance. Club qualification for awards was also based in part to the AG’s memo of club visits that the assistant governor submits to the district office. Special recognition was also given to Public Image projects undertaken jointly by at least two clubs and for having a signature club project for which the club has been known for by the District and the community that they serve.
Special criteria for most outstanding president and most outstanding club was formulated based on the avenues of service, over-all club performance and the new Rotary Club Central that summarizes every clubs’ membership, giving, and service goals. Top four clubs and club presidents will be recognized based on these criteria.
Finally, the awards are rooted on the Four Way Test of Rotary. The basis is on the individual bids that each club submits: “Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it bring goodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
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