The Magic of Rotary - Stuffing Backpacks

My fellow Rotarians,
I am a bit nervous and feverish about taking on the role of Rotary District 7790 Governor for 2024-2025. There is the challenge of performing according to Rotary International's criteria, and above all of being effective like all previous governors.

Since 2006, I've been visiting clubs to inform them about polio eradication.  I see the involvement of the members, the clubs and their heroic actions in their communities. Despite this, Rotary is little known, and recruiting new members remains an arduous task.

Recognition of the achievements of current members is a necessity, but often overlooked. Rotary International's annual theme is The Magic of Rotary. Isn't it thanks to the magic that comes from the actions of Rotarians that some lasting changes are made in the world?

During my selection interview for the position of District Governor, I insisted on 3 words: sharing, learning and exchanging. These 3 words are in line with the objectives of the 4 priorities of the Rotary International Action Plan. The implementation and follow-up of this action plan, recognition, gratitude and above all the enhancement of the Rotary brand remain the goals of my year.

Finally, I have chosen as the theme for my year: Be proud to be one of Rotary's heroes. Your gestures, words and actions reflect your pride in helping others and bringing about lasting change in the world, in your community and, above all, in yourself.
We need to demonstrate this pride, increase our impact and notoriety, and in this way, it will be easier to increase our membership of diverse and involved members.

Happy New Rotary Year and above all, thanks to the Magic of Rotary, be proud to be one of Rotary's heroes.

Dino Marzaro