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Rotary Clubs Partner to Celebrate World Literacy Day |
Joint Peace Mural Initiative |
Rotary Club of New Kingston Brings Lifesaving Water Relief to Hurricane-Hit Communities in St. Elizabeth
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2024 Back to School Book and Bag Drive |
Annual Early Riser Magazine - 2024 Installation Edition |
Installation of the 35th President, Dorrett Campbell and the Board of 2024-25 |
Water is LifeCollaborative efforts between the Rotary Clubs of New Kingston, Jamaica, Rotary Club of Leogane, Haiti and Waves for Water, Global impact NGO implemented a water filtration projected that impacted 100 families across two parishes in Jamaica.
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Back to School Treat
150 students from the Denham Town and St. Alban's Primary Schools benefitted from knapsacks filled with school necessities such as notebooks, pencils, rulers, erasers and sharpeners.
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Cardiac Project in collaboration with Chain of Hope November 12, 2021 | We are thrilled to be an instrumental part of this Mission that assisted 12 children with life-saving heart procedures. We thank @chainofhopeuk @chainofhopeja & @goli_intl and commit to continue in our quest to assist in providing much-needed health care. We utilized a Rotary Foundation grant to bring well needed cardiac surgeries to children at the Bustamante Children's Hospital. This special effort was made possible in partnership with Chain of Hope, UK and the Rotary Club of Lake Norman/Huntersville. We are very happy to report that so far 15 children have benefitted from surgeries and are all progressing well.
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2021 Book and Stationery Drive October 9, 2021 | Packed and handed over 30 care packages from our Book and Stationery drive started in August to assist students in communities across Kingston and St Andrew. RCNK donated care packages to students who are in need, most parents find it really hard to provide these basic items to their children, so we thought this was a good project to execute in the communities that we serve.
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Joint Tree Planting Project with Interact and EarlyAct April 22, 2022 | Joint tree planting project in partnership with the Interact Club of St. George's College and Earlyact Club of Shortwood Practising School. Seedlings provided by the Forestry Department.
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World's Greatest Meal 2021 October 30, 2021 | Our annual World's Greatest Meal in aid of our #EndPolio campaign was a huge success! We thank all members, participants and Julie Mango Restaurant for their tremendous contributions.
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Farewell to Charter Member and Past President Rotarian Carl Chantrielle February 17, 2022 | Club members celebrated the life of charter member and past president Rtn. Carl Chantrielle at his funeral service held at the Webster Memorial United Church
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2021 Annual Health Fair November 20, 2021 | Highlights from our Health Fair at the Constant Spring Primary School. This year’s health fair aimed to increase the number of Jamaicans vaccinated against COVID-19. In collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness, we were able to offer the Pfizer, Moderna and AstraZeneca vaccines to persons 12 years and older. At the end of the day, we vaccinated 141 persons. Our offerings also included dental services which saw 50 students between the ages of 5 – 7 benefitting from cleaning, with another 8 scheduled for follow up visit at the polyclinic. We also offered free HIV/STI testing in collaboration with ‘Bashy Bus’, a public private partnership in collaboration with the Ministry of
Health and Wellness. The event was very rewarding to us and our partners, and beneficial to members of the Constant Spring Gardens community. |
Happy Anniversary Rotary Club of New Kingston! April 24, 2022 | We kicked off our 32nd Anniversary celebrations with our Annual Church Service at Hope Fellowship Church followed by brunch on the lawns of the Senior Common Room, UWI.
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Beautification Project at Tradegar Park Primary School March 12,2022 | We completed a beautification project at the Tradegar Park Primary School. Students and community members turned out and supported what resulted in an exceptional day of service! This could not have been possible without the generous donation from @bergercaribbean @bergerpaint |
2021 Beach Clean Up Project October 30, 2021 | We participated in the annual Beach Clean Up exercise in collaboration with the Rotaract Club of New Kingston and tackled the garbage pile at Rae Town Beach and did some amazing work!
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Installation Ceremony for the 32nd President and 2021-2022 Board of the Rotary Club New KingstonYou are cordially invited to the Installation Ceremony for President Kerese Bruce-Patterson and the 2021-2022 Board of the Rotary Club of New Kingston next Friday, June 25th at 6pm. Fellowship begins at 5:30pm. Please join us!
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Rotary and Rotaract Clubs of New Kingston Paint YWCA in Preparation for New School TermOn Saturday, August 22, 2020, the Rotary Club of New Kingston with the assistance of our Rotaractors - the Rotaract Club of New Kingston - gave the Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) campus a well deserved spruce up prior to the start of the new academic year by painting the exterior walls. This was done as part of our ongoing project with YWCA and in recognition of Rotary's Basic Education and Literacy avenue of service. The whiteboards, ceiling tiles, a wash stand will be installed at our next visit.  |
Rotary Club of New Kingston In The MediaThe Gleaner Education Minister lauds St Ann Teen for Teaching Others During Pandemic 
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Rotary Club of New Kingston Supports Ministry of Education's 'One Tablet Per Child' Initiative We are proud to be a part of the Ministry of Education’s ‘One Tablet per Child’ Initiative.
President Neville Graham and Secretary Julie Ramchandani this week made the donations on the club’s behalf in a ceremony with the Minister of Education, Youth and Information, the Hon. Fayval Williams. |
Rotary Club of New Kingston Welcomes Four New Members On Friday, May 28, 2021 the Rotary Club of New Kingston welcomed four (4) new Rotarians to membership. Pictured (L-R): Assistant Governor Bill Aiken, newly inducted Rotarians Alex Robinson, Durval Williams, Francine White and Kimberley Lindo, and President Neville Graham. |
Rotary Club of New Kingston Donate Baby Baskets to Expectant Mothers On Friday, April 23, 2021 the Rotary Club of New Kingston presented expectant mothers at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital with baskets filled with baby supplies culminating our recognition of Maternal and Child Health Month.
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Rotary Club of New Kingston Unveil Peace Murals In Nannyville Gardens On Friday, April 23, 2021 President Neville Graham unveiled our recently commissioned peace murals at the Nannyville Gardens Community Centre in St. Andrew. The murals culminated our month long recognition of Peace Building and Conflict Resolution as one of Rotary's Seven Areas of Focus. Joining in the ceremony is Member of Parliament for South East St. Andrew Mr. Julian Robinson.
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2021 Rotary Club of New Kingston Victor Rhone and Gary Grant Award RecipientsThe Rotary Club of New Kingston congratulate our 2021 Gary Grant Vocational Service and Victor Rhone Ethics Award Recipients for their stellar contributions to the fields of Information Technology and Medicine.    |
Happy World Rotaract Week to the Outstanding Rotaract Club of New KingstonWe celebrate our outstanding multiple District 7020 Club of the Year winners - the Rotaract Club of New Kingston. Happy Rotaract Week! Thank you for your continued service to community, country and the world!  |
Rotary Club of New Kingston Donates to the University Hospital of the West Indies COVID-19 MissionOn December 4, 2020 the Rotary Club of New Kingston made a donation of USD $5,000.00 to the University Hospital of the West Indies for the purchase of personal protective equipment and N95 masks. This donation was secured via a District 7020 grant.  |
Rotary Cub of New Kingston Welcomes Four New MembersOn Friday, November 13, 2020 the Rotary Club of New Kingston welcomed four (4) new Rotarians to membership. Pictured (L-R): Assistant Governor Bill Aiken, newly inducted Rotarians Vivette Hamilton, Diego Thomas, President Neville Graham, newly inducted Rotarians Alethea Coke and Claudette Barrett. We are happy to report that Rotarians Diego and Vivette are former members of the Rotaract Club of New Kingston. Welcome to Rotary! We are very excited to have you! #ServiceAboveSelf  |
World Diabetes Day 2020 Webinar PRESS RELEASE November 9, 2020 For immediate Release WORLD DIABETES DAY - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2020 This Saturday, November 14, will be celebrated internationally as World Diabetes Day with the hosting of a webinar to help create greater awareness. The aim is to educate the public about this highly prevalent and deadly non-communicable disease which affects one in twelve Jamaicans, 15-years and older. Diabetes is a major cause of premature deaths and serious morbidity such as kidney failure, heart disease, blindness, limb loss, and pregnancy loss. |
Rotary Club of New Kingston 'End Polio' 2020 CampaignWe are #ThisClose  . Come out to @juliemangorestaurant next Saturday, Oct 24 and purchase any menu items. Part proceeds will be donated to the Polio Fund. #RotariansInAction #WorldPolioDay  |
Rotary Club of New Kingston Donate Care Packages to Families in Need During COVID-19Rotary cares! The Rotary Club of New Kingston understands the challenges faced by families as the COVID-19 pandemic rages on. We gave support to several families by distributing care packages to those most in need.  |
Rotary Club of New Kingston Donate to St. George's CollegeOn Monday, August 10, 2020 the Rotary Club of New Kingston donated medical supplies to the first former's medical at St. George College.  Youth Services Director Julio Dawkins (left) and President Neville Graham (right) pose with one of the nurses on the day.
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Rotary Cub of New Kingston Donate to Mary's Child HomeOn Saturday, July 25, 2020 the Rotary Club of New Kingston visited Mary's Child, a home for teen mothers in St. Andrew, and donated feminine products and baby supplies.  |
Rotary Club of New Kingston Donate Whiteboards to the YWCAOn Thursday July 23,2020 the Rotary Club of New Kingston handed over 10 whiteboards as part of our ongoing project with the Young Women Christian Association (YWCA).  L-R: Assistant Governor Bill Aiken, President Neville Graham, President-Elect Kerese Bruce-Patterson, Immediate Past President Lowell Dilworth and Past President Peta-Gay Pryce. |
Transition Complete: Neville Graham Is Sworn-In as the 31st President of the Rotary Club of New Kingston Neville Graham was sworn-in as the 31st President of the Rotary Club of New Kingston at a hybrid installation ceremony on Friday, July 10, 2020. President Neville is the first president to take the helm as a former Rotaractor and Past President of the Rotaract Club of New Kingston.
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Installation Ceremony for the 31st President of the Rotary Club of New Kingston Neville Graham You are invited to our virtual installation ceremony for President Neville Graham and the Board of the Rotary Club of New Kingston (RCNK). Scan the QR code or use the the Zoom link below to access it: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88957555473... Meeting ID: 889 5755 5473 Password: 154965 We look forward to seeing you. |
Rotary Club of New Kingston Represented on the District 7020 Board The Rotary Club of New Kingston is bursting with pride to have District Youth Services and Programs/RYLA Chair Peta-Gay Pryce and Assistant Governor Bill Aiken representing us at the District level and displaying stellar leadership. Congrats to you both
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10 Years of ‘Women in Rotary Club of New Kingston’ - 30th Anniversary Celebrations While Rotary International (RI) admitted women to membership in 1987, the Rotary Club of New Kingston only admitted women to our club 10 years ago on April 30, 2010. Today we celebrate 10 years of ‘Women in RCNK’ on our 30th Anniversary. Featured are our current female members who continue to elevate the Rotary flag.
We tip our hat to each of you and thank you for being a part of us. We love and appreciate you! #RCNK30 |
Rotary Club of New Kingston 30th Anniversary - Women in RCNK Feature: Past President Rose-Marie Gibbs PP Rosie is our in-house counsel on all matters relating to Rotary International constitution and bylaws. We touched base with her to find out a bit more about her and her love for Rotary. We think you'll like what she said. Enjoy!
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Rotary Club of New Kingston 30th Anniversary Pictorial Highlight |
Rotary Club of New Kingston 30th Anniversary – Charter Member Feature: Past President Ivan ‘Mitch’ Stephenson PP Mitch is Mr. Charisma. We highly doubt you can find someone who will say one negative thing about him. He brings to our club a wealth of knowledge and experience, and may now be called our resident historian. We had a quick chat with him for our 30th Anniversary celebrations. Take a read. We hope you are just as intrigued as we are.
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Rotary Club of New Kingston 30th Anniversary – Charter Member Feature: Past President Alwyn George ‘AG’ Smith PP AG is perhaps the most boastful Calabar old boy you may ever meet. Call him by his titles otherwise do not speak to him. And we say boastful with the utmost respect. See what we did there? He is a man of distinction with the gift of gab. We caught up with for a bit and learnt quite a lot. We know you will too. Enjoy!
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Happy 30th Anniversary Rotary Club of New Kingston |
Rotary Club of New Kingston 30th Anniversary – Charter Member Feature: Past President Delano ‘Danny’ Hayre PP Danny is serious about his time. Always the first in attendance, never let it be said that time his time is not money. We caught up with PP Danny for a quick chat and learned a few things. We think you'll learn something too. Enjoy!
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A Walk To Remember … with PP Mitch Past President Ivan ‘Mitch’ Stephenson took us on a walk down memory lane during last Friday’s meeting recalling some of his most memorable occasions during his 30 year membership with the Rotary Club of New Kingston … Enjoy! Please click the link: https://www.instagram.com/p/B_nGaEwBDA1/ |
Celebrating Our Charter Members |
Jamaica Ripe for Entrepreneurial Risk taking Advocates First Rock boss
Now is the best time for investors to take entrepreneurial risk in Jamaica, which is ripe for investment with stable assets and 18 quarters of consecutive economic growth.
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Introducing the 2019-2020 Club Officers & Directors
President Lowell Dilworth President Elect Donair Wilmouth President Nominee Travis Graham Vice President Neville Graham Immediate Past President Peta-Gay Pryce Secretary Kerese Bruce-Patterson Treasurer Neville Graham Sergeant-at-Arms Danny Hayre Membership & Vocational Services Director Travis Graham Rotary Foundation & International Service Director William Aiken Public Image Director Wayne Thorpe Club Administration Director Peta-Gay Pryce Community Service Director Marvin Reid Fundraising Director Ryan McKenzie Youth Service Director Tamara Maxwell-Green Disaster Management Chair Garth Alexander Club Trainer Troy Bygrave |
Morning Coffee With President Lowell
July 1st marks the start of the new Rotary year. With this new chapter comes the changing of the guard. Here’s your chance to know a bit more about our new President Dr. Lowell Dilworth. We know him as the ‘stylish doctor’ but did you know Lowell is also an avid sportsman and once owned a sound system? Read on …
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President Lowell's Installation Speech
"It is indeed a pleasure to be at the helm as we forge into our thirtieth year of existence" - President Lowell Dilworth
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Rotary Club Committed To Nation Building Through Education
From education to health, the Rotary Club of New Kingston (RCNK) has been taking a hands-on approach in contributing to the development of Jamaica. |
NEW MEMBER INDUCTION - JULIO DAWKINS Mr Julio Dawkins joins the Rotary family under the classification of Business Development Specialist |
NEW MEMBER INDUCTION - WAYNE THORPE.png) Rotaractor Wayne Thorpe from the New Kingston Rotaract Club transitions to the Rotary Club of New Kingston under the classification Insurance-Life. |
Dump Up Beach Transformation Will Lift Spirits, Says UDC President of the Rotary Club of New Kingston Dr William “Bill” Aiken (left), stands with the General Manager of the Urban Development Corporation (UDC) Dr Damian Graham (center) as he receives a certificate from Assistant Govenor Novlet Green-Deans for Rotary District 7020 following his presentation to the club's breakfast meeting last Friday . |
FEBRUARY IS PEACE & CONFLICT RESOLUTION MONTH Conflict and violence displace millions of people each year. Half of those killed in conflict are children, and 90 percent are civilians. We refuse to accept conflict as a way of life. Rotary projects provide training that fosters understanding and provides communities with the skills to resolve conflicts. |
Counter 'Anancyism' With Appropriate Systems - Contractor General William Bill Aiken (right), president of the Rotary Club of New Kingston, presents Dirk Harrison, contractor general, with a plaque, at the clubs 'weekly meeting held at the Altamont Court Hotel in Kingston yesterday. |
STILL CRITICAL TO TEACH A MAN TO FISH President of the Rotary Club of New Kingston Dr William “Bill” Aiken, presents Aditi Dhiman, executive, JN Group with a certificate following her presentation to the club's breakfast meeting last Friday. |
JANUARY IS VOCATIONAL SERVICES MONTH This is the month when we “recognize all useful occupations as worthy of respect” and when we can use our “work as an opportunity to serve society”, remembering the Second Object of Rotary: “High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society”. |
DECEMBER IS DISEASE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT MONTH Our health is everything. Yet 400 million people in the world can’t afford or don’t have access to basic health care. We believe good health care is everyone’s right. The Rotary Foundation is changing the world by providing grants for projects and activities around the globe and in your own backyard. |
NOVEMBER IS ROTARY FOUNDATION MONTH The Rotary Foundation transforms your gifts into service projects that change lives both close to home and around the world. With your help, we can make lives better in your community and around the world. |
OCTOBER IS ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MONTH In the month of October, Rotary will celebrate the Area of Focus "Economic and Community Development". Rotary members train people to become resources for their community, offering networking activities, advice on new business development, and mathematics and financial management training. Rotary members make amazing things happen, like: |
NEW KGN ROTARY FAMILY EXECUTES JOINT PROJECT The Rotary Club of New Kingston partnered with the Rotaract Club of New Kingston and the Interact Club of St. Georges College in making it a true Rotary family affair as they embarked in planting thirteen trees in accordance with the Rotary International President's mandate of planting 1.2 million trees. This hands on project afforded the family the opportunity to bond and fellowship as they executed the project. The Principal of St. Georges College was elated to host the Rotary Club and looks forward to more joint ventures in the future. Special thanks to the Rotaractors and Interactors who participated and make the project a success. The club also donated white boards to the school. |
RCNK DONATES WATER COOLER TO HOSPITAL From left: Maxine Allen, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Victoria Jubilee Hospital; Dr Orville Morgan, Senior Medical Officer; and Sister Lillian McDonald along with Rotary Club of New Kingston's President Elect Peta-Gay Pryce (third right); Director Troy Bygrave and Dr William Aiken, the club's president look at the water cooler donated by the club to assist nursing mothers of the breastfeeding unit at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital. |
THE ROTARACT CLUB OF NEW KINGSTON INDUCTS 4 NEW MEMBERS (from left to right displaying certificate of membership): Trisann Robinson, Candice Petgrave, Shantel Baker and Devanne Smith. Other members in the photo are President Diego Thomas, Rtr. Anique Senior, Rtr. Sean Nelson, Rtr. Nathaylia Wilberforce, Rtr. Shawna Brown and President Bill Aiken. The Rotaract Club of New Kingston was chartered in 2004 and sponsored by the Rotary Club of New Kingston. They meet 1st and 3rd Thursdays of every month at the Liguanea Club at 7pm. On September 7, 2017 President Bill Aiken was in attendance to inducted 4 new Rotaractors. Join us in welcoming the world's newest Rotaractors!!! |
RCNK CONTINUES NEW KGN POLICE POST PROJECT Members of the Rotary Club of New Kingston making a donation to the New Kingston Police Post During the last Rotary year, the Rotary Club of New Kingston started a project with the New Kingston Police post where an assessment was done on the needs of the unit. On September 1, 2017, the club donated two refurbished computers which were acquired from Guardian Life Jamaica Limited. A much needed water dispenser was also donated to the post, as the high volume of traffic handled each day ranks them as one of the busiest on the island. The scores of civilians who visit the post each week and the officers who service them can be kept hydrated as reports are received and processed. |
SEPTEMBER IS BASIC EDUCATION AND LITERACY MONTH In our Rotary calendar the month of September is Basic Education and Literacy. The Rotary Foundation supports education through scholarships, donations, and service projects around the world. Rotary members make amazing things happen, like: |
AUGUST IS MEMBERSHIP & EXTENSIONS MONTH August is Membership Month, which means it’s time to celebrate your Rotary club, your members, and the good you do in your community and around the world. There are many ways to join in the celebration, but here are a few activities to get you started: |
ROTARY MAKES A DIFFERENCE The staff of the Harrison Home for The Aged in Kingston were all smiles as Manager Blondell Caines (third left) accepted a sphygmomanometer from Dr William Aiken (third right), president of the Rotary Club Of New Kingston. The club also donated several batches of disposable supplies to assist with the day-to-day care of the elderly residents of the home.
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Dignity Denied! - Medical Doctor Confirms That Some Pregnant Mothers Are Mistreated At Public Hospitals Medical practitioner and president of the Rotary Club of New Kingston, Dr William Aiken, has joined those expressing concern about how some pregnant women are treated at public health facilities. |
Changing of the Guards: Rotarian William Aiken Takes Office!
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NEW KGN ROTARY WELCOMES NEW PRESIDENT The Rotary Club of New Kingston welcomes President William Aiken who will lead the club during 2017/18. He reminds us that RI's strategic priorities and the club's are closely interwoven. The overriding strategic priorities of the incoming RCNK 2017-2018 administration are 1) To increase the visibility of the RCNK in the New Kingston area and beyond 2) To improve the level of fun, fellowship and friendship among members 3) To target all 6 areas of focus in our projects. |
NEW KINGSTON ROTARY DONATES TO NEW KGN POLICE POST The Rotary of New Kingston donated chairs to the New Kingston Police Post on June 2, 2017. President Rose-Marie Gibbs has challenged the club to be more visible in the New Kingston Area and this project is the beginning of a series of visits to the New Kingston Police Post. President Elect William Aiken has also pledged that the relationship will continue throughout his presidential year. A needs assessment will be done and the club will see how best it can engage it's members as well as Corporate New Kingston to join forces in assisting the Post. |
JUNE - ROTARY FELLOWSHIPS MONTH Rotary Fellowships are independent, social groups that share a common passion. Being part of a fellowship is a fun way to make friends around the world. How do I join a fellowship? Fellowships are open to Rotarians, family members, and program participants and alumni. You can contact a fellowship directly by using the information listed in the Rotary Fellowships directory. Or search our discussion groups to find Rotary and Rotaract members with similar interests. How do I form a fellowship? Start by finding others who share you interest. Join a discussion group or start a new one. It's a great way to share your interest with other members. Use Rotary’s presence on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to promote your idea. Ask your district Rotary Fellowships chair for assistance. Reach out to district Rotary Fellowships chairs in other countries to build membership by emailing us. Be sure you meet the criteria for a fellowship and apply for official recognition. |
MAY - YOUTH SERVICE MONTH Join the global movement of young leaders who are developing innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges.
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RCNK CELEBRATES 27th ANNIVERSARY On Sunday April, 30, 2017, the annual Church Service to mark the chartering of the Rotary Club of New Kingston (RCNK) was held at the Bethel Baptist Church, Hope Road. This year the club celebrated its 27th anniversary. The Church Service was followed by a Brunch at the home of Past President Wayne Powell and his wife, Jennifer. |
RCNK INDUCTS RTN CARL CHANTRIELLE AS PAUL HARRIS FELLOW L-R Rotarian Carl Chantrielle (Charter Member) and President Rosemarie Gibbs The Rotary Club of New Kingston Inducted Rotarian Carl Chantrielle as a Paul Harris Fellow on April 28, 2017. Rotarian Carl has been a sterling Rotarian since the chartering of RCNK back in April 1990. The club wishes to recognize Rtn Carl for his contribution to the club, his community, his country and the Rotary movement. |
RCNK INDUCTS NEW MEMBER L-R Past President Delano Hayre (sponsor), Mr. Oral Ashley (Inductee) and President Rosemarie Gibbs The Rotary Club of New Kingston Inducted a new member on April 7, 2017. Mr Oral Ashley (Project Manager) was was sponsored by Past President Delano Hayre. This is the third Rotarian being added to the club under President Rosemarie Gibbs' administration. Rotarian Oral was ecstatic about being a member and looks forward to making an impact to the lives of those in need through his vocation. |
APRIL - MATERNAL & CHILD HEALTH MONTH Rotary makes high-quality health care available to vulnerable mothers and children so they can live longer and grow stronger. We expand access to quality care, so mothers and children everywhere can have the same opportunities for a healthy future. An estimated 5.9 million children under the age of five die each year because of malnutrition, inadequate health care, and poor sanitation — all of which can be prevented. Rotary provides education, immunizations, birth kits, and mobile health clinics. Women are taught how to prevent mother-to-infant HIV transmission, how to breast-feed, and how to protect themselves and their children from disease. The Rotary Foundation reaches mothers and children in need by giving communities the help and training they need to take control of their own maternal and infant health care. |
RCNK GARY GRANT AWARDS 2017.jpg) L-R AG Judy Hylton - Vocational Services Award (Rotarian); Paula Llewellyn - Vocational Services Awards (Non Rotarian); President Rosemarie Gibbs; Simone Mayhew - Ethics Award Recipient The Rotary Club of New Kingston's annual Gary Grant Awards ceremony was held on March 31, 2017 where the vocation of focus was Legal Services. In celebrating 30 years of women in Rotary, the club decided to honour three women from the Legal Services field. They are as follows:
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RCNK INDUCTS TWO NEW MEMBERS L-R Rotarian Donair Wilmouth (sponsor), Mr. Ryan Mckenzie (Inductee), Mrs. Kerese Bruce-Patterson (Inductee), Secretary Peta-Gay Pryce (sponsor), President Rosemarie Gibbs The Rotary Club of New Kingston Inducted two new members on March 24, 2017. Mrs Kerese Bruce Patterson (Attorney-At-Law) was sponsored by Secretary Peta-Gay Pryce while Mr. Ryan McKenzie (ICT Manager) was sponsored by Rotarian Donair Wilmouth. Assistant Govenor Novlet Deans was in attendance and welcomed both new members on behalf of Rotary District 7020. She charged them to be exemplary Rotarians and to wear the Rotary emblem with pride as we serve humanity by being the change. |
ROTARY CLUB OF NEW KINGSTON PARTNERS WITH D&G FOUNDATION President Rosemarie Gibbs (on the right) represents the Rotary Club of New Kingston as Garth Williams, Sustainability Manager, Red Stripe presents, a cheque to Nadia Williams, administrator, Mary’s Child home, as part of the D&G Foundation’s partnership with the Rotary Club of New Kingston in developing the institution that supports 20 teenage girls and 18 babies. The Rotary Club of New Kingston held it's weekly meeting at the Mary's Child Girls Home on March 3, 2017 as they launched the joint project with D&G Foundation. The aim of the project is to establish a vegetable garden, netball court and realising the long-term vision of installing solar panels at the home. |
MARCH - WATER AND SANITATION MONTH Clean water and sanitation is a human right. When people, especially children, have access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene, they lead healthier and more successful lives. We don’t just build wells and walk away. Rotary members integrate water, sanitation, and hygiene into education projects. When children learn about disease transmission and practice good hygiene, they miss less school. And they can take those lessons home to their families, expanding our impact. |
FEBRUARY - PEACE AND CONFLICT PREVENTION/RESOLUTION MONTH Building sustainable peace projects requires holistic thinking and a community-driven approach. Rotarians are uniquely positioned to foster healthy, resilient and more peaceful communities. Violent conflict can devastate a country’s society, economy and political governance. Coordinating projects that prevent or resolve conflict requires a tailored, sensitive approach. Rotarians can play a vital role in the peace building process by galvanizing members of their communities to identify and address the underlying causes of conflict. |
JANUARY - VOCATIONAL SERVICE MONTH Vocational Service is one of Rotary’s Avenues of Service.
Through Vocational Service we:
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NEW KINGSTON ROTARY DONATES TO HARRISON HOME Members of the Rotary Club of New Kingston visited the Harrison Memorial Home on Friday December 23, 2016 to play its part in spreading the Christmas joy. The club donated funds to purchase a heavy duty washing machine for the residents at the home. The Rotary Club has been working with the home for the past few years and thought it was fitting to grant them this gift that was at the top of their wish list.
Members in the photo from left to right Treasurer Clive Mclean, President Rose-Marie Gibbs, A Representative from the Harrison Memorial Home, IPP Marvin Mclean (barely visible) and Rotarian Keith Cowan.
The patrons expressed their gratitude and invited the club to fellowship with elders.
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THE ROTARACT CLUB OF NEW KINGSTON INDUCTS 7 NEW MEMBERS The Rotaract Club of New Kingston was chartered in 2004 and sponsored by the Rotary Club of New Kingston. They meet 1st and 3rd Thursdays of every month by the New Kingston Conference Centre at 7pm.
On December 15, 2016 President Rose-Marie Gibbs was in attendance to inducted 7 new Rotaractors.
Here they are ladies and gentlemen! The newest, freshest kids on the block. #TeamNKRC (from left to right): Aniska, Chantal, Rajwayne, Natasha, Chez, Nathaylia, Shanice aka Smiley and President Rose-Marie
Join us in welcoming the world's newest Rotaractors!!!
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CONSTANT SPRING HEALTH FAIR 2016 On November 26, 2016, The Rotary Club of New Kingston hosted its annual Health Fair at the Constant Spring Primary
and Junior High School. Predicted weather forecast of rainfall did not deter the group from setting up to attend to those patrons who seek medical attention. Our tally accumulated a little under 100 patrons for the day, providing general check-ups and dental work.
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DECEMBER - DISEASE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT MONTH Rotary's top priority is the eradication of polio, but our members take on far greater responsibilities to fight disease. They set up health camps and training facilities in undeveloped countries and in communities struggling with HIV/AIDS and malaria. They also design and build the infrastructure for doctors, nurses, governments, and partners to reach the one in six people in the world who can't afford to pay for health care.
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The Making of a Club: How RCNK was charteredThe Making of a Club: How RCNK was chartered
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Constant Spring Primary Health Fair - 2014
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Vocational Service Essay and Poster Competition
ROTARY CLUB OF NEW KINGSTON (RCNK)Vocational Service Essay and Poster CompetitionEssay Segment Theme: “What the Four-Way Test means to me”
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International Literacy Day
President Lloyd Butler was involved in discussions with young men of The Possibility Programme hosted by the National Youth Service on International Literacy Day, September 8, at the unveiling of a reading space at the Goodwin Park Hostel. The discussion was around the theme, Literacy and Sustainable Development.
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International Literacy Day, September 8President Lloyd Butler was involved in discussions with young men of The Possibility Programme hosted by the National Youth Service at the unveiling of a reading space at the Goodwin Park Hostel. The discussion was around the theme, Literacy and Sustainable Development.
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Investing in the future of Jamaica thru education.... |
2013 Rotary Medical Mission Trip to Jamaica |
The Swallowfield Learning Centre Project
The Rotary Club of New Kingston in collaboration with the Swallowfield Chapel currently facilitates a centre to support the learning opportunities of the children in the community.
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CORPORATE CELEBRITY BRUNCH - MARCH 24, 2013
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Rotaract Week March 11 - 16 2013
World Rotaract Week Every year, Rotaractors and Rotarians around the world celebrate World Rotaract Week during the week of 13 March to commemorate the founding of the first club in 1968. World Rotaract Week is a time for celebrating the success and importance of the Rotaract program. This event is also an excellent opportunity to inform members of your community about the amazing work that Rotaract clubs do, and give them an opportunity to get involved. Rotaract clubs and their sponsor Rotary clubs have the freedom to explore a variety of methods of participating in World Rotaract Week. Rotaractors can decide the best way for their club to celebrate the Rotaract program – completing one, two or an entire week’s worth of activities. After the club has completed its World Rotaract Week commemorative events, the sponsor Rotary club or district Rotaract chair can download a certificate of recognition for presentation to the Rotaract club. New Kingston Rotaract Club hosted their annual Wing Sauce Contest on March 2 2013 and provided a great fellowship of Rotaractors and Rotarians.
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Hon Ronald Thwaites, Min of Education speaks to the RCNK in Literacy Month 2013Education Ministry Looking at Extending the School Year
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Rotary Club of New Kingston visits the Church of the Good Shepherd
The Rotary Club of New Kingston visited the Church of the Good Shepherd for the annual church service on Sunday 24 February 2013.
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Rotary Club of New Kingston to host Constant Spring All-Age School Health FairThe Rotary Club of New Kingston will be conducting its annual health fair at the Constant Spring Primary and Junior High School in Cassava Piece on Saturday 10 November 2012.
Rtn Carlton Scott advises a parent on how to apply for the National Health Fund card
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New Member - Rotarian Peta-Gay PrycePeta-Gay Pryce is the newest Rotarian at Rotary Club of New Kingston |
President Francis Williams Installed - 2012-13
Rotarian Francis Williams is the President for the Rotary Club of New Kingston for 2012-13
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Corporate Celebrity Brunch - March 25 2012 |
Gary Grant Vocational Service Award presented to The Area 4 Police Civic Education Trust Fund
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Successful Bar-B-Fry rounds off a very active November for the Rotary Club of New Kingston
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2011 Constant Spring Primary Health FairSee more images that tell the story in our photo gallery >>>>>>
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Induction of Rtn Joelle Smith by DG Guy TheodoreThe Rotary Club of New Kingston welcomed its newest member when Rtn Joelle Smith was inducted by District Governor Guy Theodore on Friday October 7th, 2011, at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel.
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DG Guy Theodore Visits Rotary Club of New KingstonDistrict Governor Guy Theodore visited the Rotary Club of New Kingston at our Breakfast Meeting on October 7, 2011.
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Gary Grant Vocational Service Awards - December 2, 2011
In keeping with the RI theme “Reach within to embrace humanity,” the Rotary Club of New Kingston invites nomination for its annual Gary Grant Vocational Service Awards. The award is presented in 2 categories, namely; 1. One award to a Rotarian who has excelled in his/her chosen vocation in the service of humanity; and 2. One award to a non-Rotarian (individual or organization) whose contribution to the vocation to which he/she/it is attached has been exemplary. |
The Making of a Club: How RCNK was charteredThe Making of a Club: How RCNK was chartered
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Quote of the Week - Who Said It?
We could never learn to be brave and patient, if there were only joy in the world.
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Thought for the Week - Who Said It?
An optimist is the human personification of spring.
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Mark Your Calendars!Christmas Breakfast: December 16, 2011
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Our Newest RotariansRotarians Julie Ramchandani and Travis Graham were inducted into the Rotary Club of New Kingston on July 5, 2014. Rtns Julie and Travis previously served with distinction as Rotaractors in the New Kingston Rotaract Club as well as District 7020. We look forward to their continued service to our communities. |
PICTORIAL - CORPORATE CELEBRITY BRUNCH - MARCH 24, 2013 |
New Meeting Venue for Rotary Club of New KingstonThis is to advise that as of Friday 1 February, our Breakfast Meetings will be held at Chaser's Cafe at 5 Belmont Road, Kingston 5, off Oxford Road. Meeting times remain as Fridays at 7:45am.
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CORPORATE CELEBRITY BRUNCH - MARCH 25, 2012 |
Welcome to our new website! |
Successful Celebrity Brunch hosted on March 25 2012 at Boone Hall Oasis
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Constant Spring Primary Health Fair - Areas of Focus Maternal and Child Health, as well as Disease Prevention and Treatment:
