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The Start of a New Year

By: Euan Eddie

1st July is one of the most important days in the Rotary calendar; it’s the day when 33,000 new Club Presidents and 530 District Governors take office. We did it in some style at the Rochester Corn Exchange when I was privileged to take over, seamlessly, from John Wilton who had served the District well for the last year.

The Rotary theme for this year is directed at every one of the 1.2 million Rotarians world-wide, whatever their status or office; it is ‘The Future of Rotary is in Your Hands’ and the President of Rotary International, John Kenny, asked us to make sure we leave Rotary and the world in better shape than they are today – a simple message, but a big challenge!

In District 1120 we start the year in good shape thanks to John Wilton’s leadership, but there is, and always will be, more to do. What is exciting and very impressive is the booklet outlining the wide range of projects undertaken by clubs, that help people of all ages in their local, national and international communities, all of whom will appreciate the support they get from you. I am also pleased to discover that many clubs have accepted my challenge to raise funds for the provision of water and sanitation in Balé province in Burkina Faso, an area I visited in February this year.

I have been persuaded, without too much resistance, to update this blog every week. So, to start the year – thanks to all clubs for all that you are doing and thanks to all those who were able to attend the District Handover on 1 July. Your support was very much appreciated and Jill and I look forward to a productive and enjoyable year with you.