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PRESIDENT MONIQUE’S PAGE Greetings Rotarians, Family and Friends of Rotary,

Once upon a time in a far-off country, a man called Paul Harris

had a vision. His vision was to create an organization so that

professionals with diverse backgrounds could exchange ideas,

form meaningful, lifelong friendships and give back to their

communities.

And so, that’s how our wonderful organisation, Rotary

International was formed back in 1905!

Our organisation has 6 areas of focus and last year, many of you chose to support projects in the

Basic Education and Literacy area of focus. Our Rotary Club has funded and donated to many

projects in this field.

February is designated “Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution” month in Rotary International’s

calendar. Every time we as Rotarians give to the Paul Harris Society, we are supporting families and

changing lives. Paul Harris Society gifts have helped provide:

• Vocational training for teachers establishing an early childhood education centre right here in South

Africa

• Water filters, toilets, and hygiene training to prevent fluorosis, diarrhoea, and other diseases in India

• A scholarship for a medical professional in Italy to research treatments that minimise mortality rates

among premature babies

• Treated mosquito nets and medical services that prevent malaria in Mali

• Peace-building seminars for 200 teachers and 1,300 students in Uganda

It’s very humbling to read that Rotary has established a Peace Centre in Uganda at Makere

University. From human rights violations to the impacts of climate change, Rotary and Makerere

University are offering a postgraduate certificate program to peace and development leaders who

are from or who have worked in Africa to address the underlying challenges to peace in the region.

Makerere University is situated at the heart of the Great Lakes region, which has experienced the

most strife and the most conflicts in Africa, a region with frequent experience of conflict. Makere

University established the peace programme over 15 years ago to expand its expertise and augment

its engagement in the area of conflict and peace.

Did you know that every year, Rotary awards up to 130 fully funded scholarships for dedicated peace

and development leaders from around the world to study at any of its seven peace centres

programs. In just over 15 years, Rotary Peace Centres have trained over 1,300 individuals for careers

in peacebuilding in more than 115 countries, and program alumni serve as leaders in both

governmental and nongovernmental agencies, international organizations. Please

visit https://rpc.mak.ac.ug/

Right here in Mount Edgecombe, Durban we are very fortunate to have ACCORD, the African Centre

for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes, headed up by Advocate Vasu Gounden, who has spoken

at our GoToMeeting, www.accord.org.za

An invitation has been extended by ACCORD to our Rotary E-Club of South Africa One as their

Innovation & Training Unit, Operations Department is currently hosting Mr Nico Schneider, a visiting

Rotary Peace Fellow at the University of Queensland, Australia. Mr Schneider will make a

presentation on his Fellowship, research and related perspectives on Wednesday, 12 February 2020

from 11h00 – 13h00.

Please RSVP to me by the 6th

February, [email protected]. It would be wonderful to support

Rotary’s Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution month by learning from Rotary Peace Fellow,

Nico Schneider in person.

Best wishes for Valentine’s Day and sincere thanks for your support of our Rotary E-Club of South

Africa One and its many community based projects! #RotaryConnectsTheWorld #RotaryDistrict9370

#RotaryPeopleOfAction

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TOPIC of the Week duties and the dates for GoToMeeting

TOPIC of the Week ROSTER

JANUARY 2020 TO JUNE 2020

Please send your TOPIC of the Week to Executive Secretary Gerald by at least the

THURSDAY preceding the date of your turn. Please volunteer for any vacant dates – there

are only 4 more to fill for this Rotary Year. Thanks to those who have!

27th

Jan – Andisha Maharaj √; 3rd

Feb – Monique Labat √; 10th

Feb – Pat Draper;

17th

Feb – Jean Singh √; 24th

Feb – Pree Parumaul; 2nd

Mar – Janet Rouillard;

9th

Mar – Murna vd Merwe; 16th

Mar – Angie Goody; 23rd

Mar – Sambulo Khalala;

30th

Mar – Hans Hon; 6th

Apr – Irene Kotze; 13th

Apr - Johan Krugel; 20th

Apr –Tina Hon√;

27th

Apr – Richard Brooks; 4th

May – Yentl Juggernath; 11th

May – Bevan Gibson-Taylor;

18th

May – Vani Indurjeeth; 25th

May – Gerald Sieberhagen; 1st

June - ; 8th

June - ;

15th

June - ; 22nd

June - ; 29th

June – Hans Hon;

A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL MEMBERS WHO SEND THEIR TotW TIMEOUSLY!

A FURTHER BIG THANK YOU TO ALL MEMBERS WHO FULFIL THEIR MEMBERSHIP

REQUIREMENT AND COMMENT ON TOPIC of the Week!

GoToMeeting @ 19h00* TUESDAY

To logon to our GoToMeeting

Click on https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/842028621

4TH

FEB – Iris Canham – Indwe Africa

18TH

FEB –

3RD

MAR –

17TH

MAR –

24TH

MAR – BOARD MEETING

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MAY –

19TH

MAY –

26TH

MAY – COMBINED BOARD MEETING 19H00 SA TIME

2ND

JUNE –

16TH

JUNE –

30TH

JUNE –

7th

JULY – INDUCTION OF INCOMING CLUB PRESIDENT

During the week preceding the GTM, the login REMINDER will be emailed to each member.

If you have any suggestions for a Guest Speaker at one of our GTM’s please let President Monique

or Secretary Irene know.

EXTRACT FROM BYLAWS OF THE Rotary E-Club of South Africa One:

Article 5 Meetings and Communication

Section 2 — This club meets as follows: On the website TOPIC of the Week on each week

commencing on Monday; On GoToMeeting every 2nd

Tuesday at 19h00 South Africa Time or on

additional Tuesdays as advised from time to time.

Please note the order of preference – Firstly TotW because every member is able to ‘attend’ this

‘meeting’ and Secondly – GoToMeeting because not everyone is able to attend a GTM on a

particular day and time which is often a reason why someone joins an E-Club – they need the

flexibility of meeting time. Editor – please let me know if you need clarity about this.


DATES TO DIARISE

2020

1ST

to 5TH

JUNE

Friday 5th

June - WORLD ENVIRONMENTAL DAY

Friday 21st

February from 13h00 till Saturday 22nd

February at 23h30

POETS [President and Officers Elect] TRAINING at LADYBRAND

19th

March – Charmaine Wheatley and her remaining Volunteers will be in

Durban and will visit Ekuthuleni Primary School, our Signature Project.

2021

SUNDAY 25TH

APRIL CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF FIRST ROTARY CLUB IN AFRICA

ROTARY CLUB OF JOHANNESBURG CELEBRATION DINNER at a Johannesburg venue

DISCON 13th

to 16th

March on Cruise ship

MSC Orchestra to Portuguese Island.

We should have a jolly good FUN time!

Thursday 6th

February – 11h00 to 13h00 – Project Dignity SUBZ packs activation

at Ekuthuleni Primary School in the Community Hall. This is made possible by

the ongoing support of The Rotary Club of Armidale Central in Australia.

Members are welcome to attend – please liaise with Irene Kotze.

MONDAY - 23rd

NOVEMBER 2020 10

TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF FIRST ROTARY E-CLUB IN AFRICA

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Watch this Space

Tuesday 7th

July – Induction Dinner of President-Elect Hans Hon on GoToMeeting and Face2Face at

Twilanga Retirement Village, 89 Herrwood Drive Umhlanga Rocks at 18h30

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BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES

BIRTHDAYS FEB

13th

– Sandra Maistry

16th

– Sue Kimber

19th

- Linda Watts

22nd

– Bill Robertson

27th

– Gunner Light

MAR

5th

– Jacques van Leeuwen

14th

– Ricky Munsamy

17th

– Pat Draper

18th

– Lynette Millard

25th

– Ann Hargreaves

28th

– Ailsa Kaminski

28th

– Murna van der Merwe

APR

1st

– Arlene Arnold

22nd

– Keith Kirton

ANNIVERSARIES FEB

5th

– Amanda & Piet J van Rensburg

8th

– Richard & Ann Hargreaves

12th

– EARLYACT CLUB OF EKUTULENI

PRIMARY SCHOOL CHARTER

14TH

– Bob & Anita Kistnasamy

14th

– Vani & Amar Indurjeeth

23rd

– Rotary’s 115th

Anniversary MAR

10th

– Sharon & Bill Robertson

24th

– Paul & Sandra Maistry

27th

– Ockie & Jeanette Esterhuyse

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Good News Stories – some not so good

Some interesting information from:

SECRETARY REPORT – BOARD MEETING 28TH

JANUARY 2020

Membership numbers on Club Runner currently show 40.

Interesting statistics of our Membership: 20 Male - 20 Female

18 members from Durban and surrounds; 13 members from elsewhere in South

Africa and 9 members are from Overseas.

74% of our members were former Rotarians

Average age – 59.7

25% of members are under 50 and 75% of members over 50

Average Number of years in Rotary 13.4yrs

20% have less than 3 years; 8% have 3 to 5 years; 23% have 5 to 10 years

And 50% have more than 10 years in Rotary

Only 12 of our current members have introduced a new E-Club member.


Message from President Monique Labat

Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution Month Some of you may remember that on the 9 Oct 2018, ACCORD CEO, Advocate

Vasu Gounden, logging on from Addis Ababa, was our GoToMeeting guest

speaker.

ACCORD, The African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes has

invited us to participate in their Internal Staff Seminar

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 from 11h00 - 13h00. See below.

Venue: ACCORD House, 2 Golf Course Drive, Mount Edgecombe

Together let’s learn more about the Rotary Peace Centres and Scholarships!

Please join me, President Monique Labat, on the day, as February is Rotary

International’s Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution Month!

Your RSVP to Monique by the 6th Feb 2020 will be sincerely appreciated,

Peace needs Fellowship

A peer2peer seminar with Nico Schneider, Rotary Peace Fellow at the

University of Queensland Hosted by Innovation & Training @ ACCORD

Each year, the Rotary Foundation awards up to 130 fully-funded fellowships for

master’s degrees and professional development certificate programs at

premier universities. The Rotary Peace Fellowship is designed for professionals

with work experience. Since the program began, the Rotary Peace Centers

have trained more than 1,300 fellows who now work across occupations in

more than 115 countries.

In January 2020, Rotary announced a new peace center at Makerere University

in Kampala – the first peace center in Africa. Starting in February, peace

professionals are invited to apply for the completely remodeled certificate

program.

Join the conversation with Nico, learn about his experiences, partner up with

your local Rotary club, and apply for the first African Rotary Peace Fellowship.

Interested? Learn more about the Rotary Peace Fellowship program:

https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/peace-fellowships


CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON FOR 160 ELDERLY FOLK This year, once again, Bob Kistnasamy arranged a luncheon at the

Pavilion Hotel for Golden Oldies from Old Age Homes in Durban.

Irene Kotze and Janet Rouillard and family assisted during the

luncheon. This popular annual event means a lot to the elderly folk

to brighten up their Festive Season.

Anita Kistnasamy welcomed the guests and did a prayer before the

delicious luncheon.

Thank you Bob for arranging this event!

In the photo above, Anita Kistnasamy is welcoming the guests and in the

photo below, some of the guests listen attentively while the food station in

the background simmers.


Incoming RI president announces 2020-21 presidential theme

By Ryan Hyland

Rotary International President-elect Holger Knaack is encouraging

Rotarians to seize the many opportunities Rotary offers to enrich their lives

and the communities they serve.

Knaack, a member of the Rotary Club of Herzogtum Lauenburg-Mölln,

Germany, revealed the 2020-21 presidential theme, Rotary Opens

Opportunities, to incoming district governors at the Rotary International

Assembly in San Diego, California, USA, on 20 January.

Rotary isn’t just a club for people to join, but rather “an invitation to endless

opportunities,” said Knaack, who becomes president on 1 July. He

emphasized that Rotary creates pathways for members to improve their

lives and the lives of those they help through service projects. CONT ON PAGE 9


“We believe that our acts of service, big and small, create opportunities for

people who need our help,” Knaack said. He added that Rotary creates

leadership opportunities and gives members the chance to travel the world

to put their service ideas into action and make lifelong connections.

“Everything we do opens another opportunity for someone, somewhere,”

said Knaack.

Changing for the future

Knaack also urged members to embrace change so Rotary can expand

and thrive. Rather than setting a specific target for increasing the number of

members, Knaack said he’s asking clubs and districts to think about how to

grow in a sustainable and organic way. He wants clubs to focus on keeping

current members engaged and adding new members who are the right fit

for their club.

We will capture this moment to grow Rotary, making it stronger, more

adaptable, and even more aligned with our core values.

Holger Knaack Rotary International President-elect

“We need to stop thinking of new members as people we can mark down

as statistics and then forget about,” Knaack said. “Every new member

changes us a little bit. That person brings a new perspective, new

experiences. We need to embrace this constant renewal. We will grow

stronger as we learn from new members.”

Knaack pointed to Rotary’s Action Plan as a compass that can guide clubs

as they evolve. He recommended that every club have a strategic plan

meeting at least once a year. At that meeting, clubs should ask where they

want to be in five years and how they can bring more value to their

members.

Knaack also wants to see more women in leadership roles and see

Rotaractors play an integral role in how new clubs are formed and run. He

encouraged district leaders to create new club models and rethink what it

means to be in Rotary, and allow young people to be the architects of these

new clubs.

“We have to be open to new approaches, and creating unique clubs for

younger people is just part of the solution,” said Knaack. “Let Rotaractors

decide what kind of Rotary experience works best for them. These young

people are bright, energetic, and they get things done.”

In stressing the need for Rotary members to embrace change, Knaack

noted that time won’t slow down for Rotary: “We will not let rapid change

defeat us. We will capture this moment to grow Rotary, making it stronger,

more adaptable, and even more aligned with our core values.”


Incoming district governors ready to seize the opportunity

District governors-elect say they are ready to make the most of Rotary after

learning the 2020-21 presidential theme, Rotary Opens Opportunities, at the

International Assembly.

RI President-elect Holger Knaack encouraged the leaders to take advantage of

the many options that Rotary provides to create change in the world.

“Rotary is not just a club that you join. It is an invitation to endless

opportunities,” Knaack said Monday, 20 January, at the annual training event

held in San Diego, California, USA. “It opens opportunities to serve in a project

as big and historic as End Polio Now and also in a small community project,

where you just plant a tree. ... Everything we do opens another opportunity for

someone, somewhere.”

Several incoming district governors said moments after the theme was

announced that they’re ready to seize those opportunities.

Among the 5 quotes that were on the news report was

Maud Basiame Boikanyo,

Rotary Club of Maloti-Maseru, Lesotho, incoming

governor of District 9370

“It is simple but to the point. It empowers you to set

out your plans. You can interpret it in any way that you

like.”

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The Four-Way Test isn’t a tool to judge others Posted on January 29, 2020

By Martin “Marty” Postic Jr., past governor of District 5750 and a member of the Rotary Club

of OKC Sunrise, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA

In our contentious society, I see friends who are members of

Rotary use The Four-Way Test to support opposing political

and social arguments and to criticize the thoughts,

statements, and actions of others. I see members with

completely opposing viewpoints use the same Four-Way

Test to both support their argument and demean others.

Rotarians and others are using all forms of social media to

share their opinions about perceived violations of The Four-

Way Test, causing others to pile on additional comments and

insults, all with little thought to how this affects our public

image.

Which leads me to this basic premise:

The Four-Way Test is a mirror, not a window Rotary members should not use The Four-Way Test to look at others but rather to look at

themselves in considering the ramifications of a thought, statement, or action. It should not be

a window through which we look to judge others. It is a mirror at which we look to judge

ourselves.

The argument I’ve heard Rotarians make is that if they determine some thought, statement, or

action violates any part of the test, it is their duty to declare that thought, statement, or action

wrong. I have heard The Four-Way Test used to support any number of topics, some which

readers would find hard to support. Yet through the Internet, one can cobble together any sort of

argument to back any thought or concept with a plethora of “facts.”

I do not believe that is what The Four-Way Test is about. I believe the test is more about how we

treat each other than how we measure ideas.

Of course, it is a challenging standard. It’s difficult to keep from thinking something. But what is

more important is how you act on that thought. If you think to yourself, “I don’t like this person,”

it becomes a matter of what you do with that thought. You can try to dispel it as well as any urge

to take some negative action to satisfy your dislike of the person. You can also decide whether

you say something to that person or tell others what you think.

This is where social media distorts things, because society now seems to embrace negative,

vitriolic, or fake comments – as long as the comments agree with our own views. Posting such

comments even in the name of The Four-Way Test is certainly not FAIR to all concerned and

definitely does not build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS.

This brings me to the realization that using The Four-Way Test to argue political and social issues

is in itself contrary to the test. We must never use the test to support a position while opposing or

berating someone else’s position. We should not use The Four-Way Test to support or oppose

contentious “hot button” issues, to comment on political discord, or to respond to another’s

comment.

We need to teach The Four-Way Test to all of our friends. We don’t need to preach it. Rotary

takes pride that it is a non-political, non-religious organization. That has allowed us to make

inroads in parts of the world where governments and religious organizations can’t. Let’s not sully

Rotary’s reputation by using these 24 words of ethical and moral thought to tear each other down.


Planning to do a Global Grant?

There is much one can learn on Rotary’s website.

Have a look before you think about doing a Global Grant.

RESOURCES & REFERENCE

Community assessments and global grants

Conducting a community assessment is a critical first step to ensuring the long-term success of

your project (and it’s required for global grants). Rotarians dedicate countless and precious

volunteer hours to fundraising and developing and carrying out projects, and a community

assessment serves as protection for this investment. The assessment affirms that community

members will benefit from the project and were involved in developing it, which means that your

project will be nurtured, and its impact will last for years. Rotary’s Community Assessment

Tools provides tips and resources for conducting your assessment.

Remember that the project proposed in a global grant application should always respond to the

findings of a community assessment. The project may be completely different from what you

assumed was needed before doing the assessment.

General resources

� The Grant Management Seminar in Rotary’s Learning Center includes courses on making

your project sustainable, conducting a community assessment, planning an effective

project, managing grant finances, qualifying your club for Rotary grants, reporting on grants,

and more.

� The Rotary Foundation Reference Guide provides a brief overview of Rotary Foundation

programs and services.

� A Guide to Global Grants is a valuable training resource for members who are interested in

applying for a global grant or developing more effective and sustainable service projects.

� The updated Project Fairs page lists information about these regional events that Rotary

districts host to encourage international friendship and collaboration.


The majority of our members will no doubt

remember the “Who Remembers” quote below

which reminds me that there are a few of our

elderly members who are not in the best of health

right now and I ask you to especially remember

John & June Fannin in your prayers.

Past President Jean Singh is also going through

challenging times so please also remember her in

your prayers - Editor


Rotary and the Gates Foundation extend funding match for polio eradication

By Rotary International

Rotary and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announced on 22 January that

their long-term fundraising partnership, which generates up to $150 million

annually for polio eradication, will continue. Under the agreement, Rotary is

committed to raising $50 million a year over the next three years, and each dollar

will be matched with an additional two dollars by the Gates Foundation.

In a video address at the 2020 Rotary International Assembly in San Diego,

California, USA, Bill Gates told incoming district governors that the partnership

with Rotary needs to continue.

“The Gates Foundation’s longstanding partnership with Rotary has been vital to

fighting polio,” Gates said. “That’s why we’re extending our funding match, so

every dollar that Rotary raises is met with two more.”

He added, “I believe that together, we can make eradication a reality.”

The funding will support polio eradication efforts such as disease surveillance,

technical assistance, and operational support for immunization activities.

The partnership between Rotary and the Gates Foundation has yielded $2 billion,

and Rotarians have given countless volunteer hours to fight polio since Rotary

started its PolioPlus program in 1985.

Be a part of the fight to end polio and have your donation matched 2-to-1 by the

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.


Toastmasters Alliance

As Rotarians and Rotaractors, you joined Rotary to make a difference and connect with others in your communities. To help you achieve your personal and professional goals, Rotary International is working with Toastmasters International to provide opportunities to grow your networks, your leadership and communication skills, and your impact within the community. This alliance with Toastmasters is different from Rotary International's relationships with other organizations: It enhances your membership

experience through professional development opportunities and making connections beyond your club.

What is Toastmasters? Toastmasters International is a nonprofit, educational organization with more than 16,800 clubs in 143 countries. Since 1924, it has helped its members become more effective speakers, communicators, and leaders through a worldwide network of clubs, much like Rotary.

How can you and your club get involved? It's easy for Rotarians and Rotaractors to engage:

• Find a Toastmasters club near you and arrange a visit. • Welcome Toastmasters members to your club so they can learn more about Rotary and

Rotaract. • Invite a Toastmasters member to be a guest speaker at your meeting or to participate in an

upcoming service project. • Explore ways to work with your local Toastmasters club. • Raise awareness about this alliance by sharing the news with your club and Toastmaster

clubs that may not be aware that we are working together. • Take the Toastmasters-developed communication and leadership courses in the Learning

Center (coming soon!): • Speech development • Speech delivery • Inspirational speech • Interpersonal communication • Leadership basics • Leading a team • Leadership: Collaboration • Inclusive leadership

Resources • Visit toastmasters.org • Find answers to frequently asked questions about the alliance. • Learn what happens at a Toastmasters meeting. • Find a Toastmasters club near you. • Send us your questions. • Send us your stories about how you're working with your local Toastmasters club. These could

be featured in upcoming Rotary communications. • Visit the Learning Center's professional development catalog to find other courses to help you

develop new skills.


GRANT UPDATES

Updates about data privacy

Rotary values the privacy of its members as well as nonmembers who participate in Rotary projects and activities. We’ve made some updates to protect that privacy: � Enhancements to the Grant Center. We’ve added reminders to Steps 7, 8, and 10 of the

global grant application about the importance of protecting others’ personal data by not including sensitive information, such as government ID numbers, religion, race, or health information, in your global grant application. This reminder has also been added to the financial details section of the global grant report.

� Model release guidelines. Feeling inspired to take photos of the smiling faces of those who benefited from your grant-funded project? If you take images or videos of any identifiable person, you need to get their consent before you use or publish the images or videos. If you’re not sure how to start, here’s more information to guide you as you create promotional content to tell your club or district’s story.

What you need to know about creating promotional content As you tell your club's story, it's important to abide by local laws and standard practices related to the creation, acquisition, use, and distribution of all photos, videos, and voice recordings. Consider the privacy of your fellow club members and those who are affected by Rotary's work, and establish practices that will allow them control over how their information and images are used. Consult a local attorney for advice regarding the recording of images and voices of beneficiaries, club members, and community members, and to obtain a model release that is valid in your country or state. Rotary International wants to promote the work done by Rotary clubs and use member submitted content, but verbal permission or permission via email from a member is no longer sufficient. RI cannot use any submitted content where a model release was not obtained, or where the member does not own or does not have the right to license the content. What is the purpose of a model release? A model release ("release") notifies the subject that you will be recording their image, voice, story, and/or personal information, and allows the person to consent to the photograph, video, interview, or other recording ("recording") and your use of it. The person should clearly understand how the recording will be used. The release protects the subject, the person who created the recording, and your club against possible legal claims, including invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, and defamation. A model release is also referred to as a likeness release or personal release. When should I use a release? Any time you record an identifiable person. If you want to use (publish) a recording, you need a release from each identifiable person in it. You should also obtain a release for illustrations, digital or otherwise, based on real people. Ask that the release be signed in conjunction with the recording. Should the release be in writing? Yes. While oral releases may be valid in some countries and states, a written release protects you if the subject claims that they never agreed to the release. Are there different considerations regarding children? Yes. A parent, legal guardian, or legal representative of a minor child must sign the release. In the United States, anyone under 18 years of age is a minor child. Consult the laws of your country or state for legal age. Worldwide, RI requires the parent, legal guardian, or legal representative to sign a release for any person under 18 years of age. CONT ON PAGE 17


If I am filming a group, can I use one release? One person can't sign a release on behalf of an entire group (for example, a coach can't sign on behalf of a team). Consult an attorney if you are considering using release language on event signs or on event registration forms. If my club is a nonprofit, are there different considerations? No. It's not likely that your club will qualify for exceptions granted to news agencies or that your use will qualify as news or public interest commentary. Telling a story about your club's activities could be considered marketing or promotional in nature and a release can help protect you legally. When is a property release necessary? A property release may be necessary when the property in a recording is clearly identifiable. For example, if a brand name or trademark appears on the property, or if the building is protected under trademark and/or copyright law What basic clauses are included in a model release? A standard model release includes:

• An agreement from the subject that you have a right to record their image and voice • An agreement from the subject that you have a right to record and use their name, story, and

personal information • A reference as to how you will use the recording of their image, voice, story, or personal

information (Unlimited use is preferable.) • A reference to any geographic limitations on the use of the recording (Worldwide use is

preferable.) • A reference to the time frame in which the recording can be used (Unlimited term is

preferable.) • A right to license the use of the recording to another party, including to a club or third parties • A statement acknowledging any payment (consideration) the subject received for the release • A waiver from the subject to inspect or approve the recording • An agreement from them not to sue • A statement of copyright ownership (The person taking the recording owns the recording.) • Any other terms required by the laws of your country or state • Signature lines, including those for a parent, legal guardian, or legal representative Does RI provide a release for clubs to use? Because the laws regarding releases vary by country and state, RI cannot provide a form for clubs to use. Consult a local attorney for a release. Legal rights organizations, universities, and photography organizations in your area may also have online resources for public use. Search for "model release," "likeness release," or "interview release." Other release considerations Best practices call for you to:

• Store a signed release with an image of the subject indefinitely so you can easily match the person who appears in a recording with their release

• Protect the best interests of the subject before any other consideration • Consider the political, social, and cultural ramifications of the subject's personal story • Do not publish images or stories that may put the subject or the subject's family at risk • Confirm the accuracy of the story, especially when the story is about a minor • Strongly consider not using recordings of minors • Translate a release into the national language of the proposed subjects Copyright considerations The copyright to a recording is owned by the person who takes the photograph, video, interview, or other recording. If a club member photographs or records a subject, that club member, and not the club, owns the copyright or rights to the recording. The club must obtain permission or a license from the owner before using the photograph, video, or other recording. If the owner wants to grant use (license) of the recording to another person or entity, including the club, the subject(s) of the recording must consent to such license in the release.


QUOTE from D6970 DG Mike Darragh’s Weekly Newsletter. I’m taking just a bit more time this week because we lost a great Rotarian at

the beginning of this month: Past District Governor Bob Shircliff. He

“constantly strived to make life better for those in need”. Bob had a way with

words, and two quotes stand out for Rotarians. Long ago, he said:

“Philanthropy not only changes the life of the recipient, it changes the life of

the giver.”

Then three years ago, when he was interviewed about his huge impact on

Northeast Florida, he said, with the famous Shircliff grin: “Well, I’ve given far

less than anybody thinks, and more than my wife thinks,”

….May we all strive to live a life like Bob.

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Celebratory dates in February:

Sunday 2nd

- World Wetlands Day; Tuesday 4th

- World Cancer Day;

Thursday 13th

- World Radio Day; Including Radio Hams!!

Friday 14th

- Valentine's Day; Saturday 15th

- Singles Awareness Day;

Friday 21st

-International Mother Language Day; Saturday 22nd

- Thinking Day;

(which should be every day, I think} Thursday 27th

- World NGO Day;

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