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10-06-2015 @Annual Report 2014-15, Rotaract Club of Bangalore E-City, Dist. 3190 2

Sponsor Rotary Club: Rotary E –Club of Bangalore

No. Of Members: 23

Meeting Day & Time: Every Sunday, 10:00 AM

Meeting Location: 1st Floor, “Prathibha” #132, 17th Cross,

11th Main, Malleswaram, Bangalore.

Total No. of General Body Meetings: 18

Total No. of Board Meetings: 06

No. Of Club Projects: 20

No. Of events Participated: 06

Beyond the Club:

Rotafest Volunteers | Participation- Rotasia | Two members on EC


#networking

487#100%

Rtr. Surabhi met about 200 rotaractorsacross 6 clubs in Dist. 3220 on her visit to Srilanka.

This lead to some serious meetings with

3 clubs out of them for joint projects

#flagexchange#jointprojects#exploration


INSTALLATION#new#beginnings#four#coffeewithsunalinimenon

VENUE: ROTARY HOUSE OF FRIENDSHIP

DATE: JULY 15,2014

FOUR new members were inducted by DRR Rtr. AdeshwarBoard of Directors 2014-15, were installed by President Rtn. AshaClub e-bulletin “e-go!”was released by Chief Guest, Ms. Sunalini Menon

CHIEF GUEST:

MS. SUNALINI MENON

Renowned Coffee Taster



“Change will not come if we wait for some other person or

some other time we’re the ones we’ve been waiting for. We

are the change that we seek”

COFFEE FOR A CAUSE#fundraiser#generosity


AMOUNT RAISED: INR 4500/-

BENEFICIARIES: MULTIPLE COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS

VENUE: ROTARY HOUSE OF FRIENDSHIP

DATE: JULY 15,2014

Ms. Sunalini Menon dint just share her beans ofwisdom but also her personal brew of coffee to sellas a fund raiser for community developmentprojects of RCEC.

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP#nofilters#rotarians#the#best


OBJECTIVE: The objective of this project was to

provide a hands on training experience for the

members particularly interested in photography

but not necessarily having any former

knowledge or training in it.

DATE: JULY 19, 2014

VENUE: LALBAGH

PROJECT CHAIR: Rtr. Surabhi

NO. OF MEMBERS: 13

AVENUE: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

WORKSHOP FACILITATORS: Rtn. Ajay, Rtn. Srimatesh

OUTCOME: By the end of the workshop members

learnt how better to use their phone cameras and

digital cameras. This outdoor workshop was

followed by a review session at the club, where

pictures taken were reviewed by the facilitators and

individual feedback provided

“It was an amazing learning experience. From better understanding of using DSLRs to Mobile cameras technically to getting some amazing profile pictures, this workshop had it all.” says Surabhi

e-CAMPAIGN#membership#drive#fb#six


Objective: The objective of the project was a

Membership Drive to increase our club strength.

AVENUE: CLUB SERVICES

Outcome: A total of six members joined the club as a

result of the campaign.

“It was an overwhelming experience to see every member simultaneously at the strike of 8 PM change their cover pictures , flooding facebook with inspiring messages to join ROTARACT !” says Swathi

INDEPENDENCE DAY#socare#always#educate#children


VENUE: SOCARE, Bangalore

DATE: AUGUST 15, 2014.

Outcome: The children who had very little exposure to history were

truly awakened to what their motherland has gone through and

understood the many sacrifices that leaders of this nation had to

make. Debriefing session emphasised on values of non-violence,

honesty and service. This was most reassuring for these children

who already feel victimised being children of Prisoners.

Objective: The members gathered at SOCARE

to educate the children about India’s struggle

for freedom and to engage the children with

storytelling sessions, role play and group

discussions with topics on Indian History. We

also took this opportunity to set up a library

of 1000+ books which were catalogued.

“A project that made most impact on me was this one. I feel blessed to have been a part of them, a lovely bunch of kids” Says Sabaressh

“for me this project was of great importance. The way the kids there are enthusiastic and are willing to learn makes it always fun to go back to. They receive us with an open heart and are greatly receptive to us.” Says Vivek

PROJECT CHAIR: Rtr. Pallavi.

NO. OF MEMBERS: 25

AVENUE: COMMUNITY SERVICES.

ENTERTAINMENT EVENING#kauranshraya#joy#music#heals


DATE: SEPTEMBER 06,2014

NO. OF MEMBERS: 17

PROJECT CHAIR: Rtr. Vijaya

AVENUE: COMMUNITY SERVICE

Objective: The aim of the

project was to spend an evening

at Karunashraya and to

entertain the residents. There

was a band performance along

with a solo performance by one

of the members. Apart from

music there was also a dance

performance by three of the

members.

Outcome: After having lightened the

mood for some time every member left

with an awakening to value life!

“This was one of the most memorable projects. To have spent an evening entertaining terminally ill cancer patients was truly worthwhile. It makes you appreciate your good health and be grateful” , says Sagarika


DOCUMENTARY SCREENING#learn#grow#global#citizenship

EBOLAISIS

LGBT

Documentary screening is an on going

project of E-City from its inception. The

project aims at educating members about

various world issues through screening of

significant documentaries every few

months. Screenings are followed by lively

discussions about the concerned topic.

The project increases awareness and

sensitivity among members on

burning social issues and promoting

Global Citizenship. and has lead to

brilliant discussions and project

ideas amongst the club members.

“One of the projects that brings me back to E-City each time and I have not only learnt a lot through the project but also planning for it has lead me to do a lot of thinking about global issues “, says Shreyas


IDYE#playing#host#breakfastdaires

Playing host to two IDYE teams was a

wonderful opportunity for E-City.

Meeting rotaractors from two different

districts, showing them around and

exchanging ideas was an awe inspiring

experience. “Being part of the IDYE hosting teamwas an incredible experience. I trulyenjoyed meeting rotaractors from differentplaces and understanding how Rotaractworks in differently in other places. “ saysSharath


SOFTSKILLS #SOCARE#deepawali#brighter#thoughts#brighter#days

VENUE: SOCARE

DATE: OCT 12,2014

NO. OF MEMBERS: 26

PROJECT CHAIR: Rtr. Pallavi


Objective: The independence day project at

SoCare was a huge success with the kids and they

wanted another such project. We went back on

deepawali to conduct a similar session. The kids

were divided into three groups. The youngest

group shared with us interesting stories they

knew, the middle age group were to write essays

on generic essay topics and the older children

were engaged in group discussions on various

topics.

Outcome: The kids

thoroughly enjoyed thesession once again like theprevious time. Theperspective and thoughts ofthese children left us inspiredto do more.

“This project is very close to my heart.The main reason being, the fact that we were thereason from someone’s learning. It had a greatimpact on me because, as this was my first bigproject and to be partly responsible for suchbeautiful smiles was an overwhelmingexperience.“, says Sandeep Shastry


JAIL VISIT#newperspective#life#behind#bars#SOCAREkids

VENUE: PARAPPANA AGRAHARA, B’LORE

DATE: NOV 09,2014

NO. OF MEMBERS: 09

PROJECT CHAIR: Rtr. Shreyas

AVENUE: CLUB SERVICE

Objective: The visit to the jail was aimed

at creating awareness among the

members, about the living conditions in a

jail and educational provisions provided

to the inmates. As we work so closely

with children of jail inmates, the

members also wished to have a dialogue

with the authorities’ to understand the

provisions given by the state to these

children.

Outcome: In our visit, the members learnt about

the poor sanitation conditions in the emergency

rooms. In the kids sections, an acute shortage of

play material was noticed. The members decided

to collect the same for the kids and hand them

over during the next visit. A dialogue with the

authorities was not possible and hence a direct

meeting with them was decided to be scheduled.

“This visit was an unique experience, everyone has a nation of what a jail must be, influenced either by books or newspapers however the reality of it is very different.”, says Pallavi


EDUCATIONAL VISIT#PLHIVS

VENUE: ACCEPT – NGO for PLHIVS

DATE: DEC 06,2014

Objective: To create awareness in members about

the conditions of PLHIVS .

The idea was to explore opportunities of working

with the NGO in supporting their cause / work.

NO. OF MEMBERS: 03

PROJECT CHAIR: Rtr. Sagarika

AVENUE: CLUB SERVICE/ COMMUNITY SERVICE

Outcome: A need for an educational

visit for the entire club was expressed

and the same is scheduled to happen in

June.


GUEST SPEAKER-PHOTO RED#worldseye#aware#child#care

Objective: An informative session to create awareness

in members about the simplified method of detecting

developmental eye issues and retinoblastoma ( cancer

of the eye) in children between the age of 0-6.

DATE: FEB 15,2015

NO. OF MEMBERS: 14

PROJECT CHAIR: Rtr. Surabhi


Outcome: The next step is to conduct

surveys in and around Bangalore to

identify children with these disorders

“The opportunity of working with Dr.Ashwin opened our eyes to various issues related to the reach of screening programs in rural India. We have learnt a great deal and look forward contributing in this area.” say Swathi and Surabhi

BY RTN. DR. ASHWIN M C


SERVICE BEYOND BOUNDARIES#srilanka#newfriends#new#ideas

AVENUE: INTERNATIONAL SERVICE

DATE: JAN 27,2015

NO. OF MEMBERS: 16

Objective: A good meet with

rotaractors of Sri Lanka,

Dist.3220 to discuss possibilities

of joint projects with

beneficiaries in both countries .

Outcome: Preliminary work is

complete and the roll out panned for

next Rotaract year.

“Meeting Rotaractors from another country, understanding the scope of work and projects in their district was very interesting. I look forward to the brilliant projects we have planned with them.” says Manoj


CLUB SERVICES#share#bond#fellowship

ICEBREAKER

CHARTER DAY

FELLOWSHIP GAMES

JANUARY

&

FEBRUARY


POLIO NIDs#polio#free#india#RotaryPride

“The NID was one of my favourite projects because though we were serving a small community, we were contributing to a national cause. I’m proud to say I had a small role to play in eradicating Polio in India.” says Suheb

E-City members took part in both

the NIDs conducted in 2015.


INTRA CLUB AWARDS#retro#sporty#pirates

PROJECT CHAIRS: Rtr. Vijaya, Rtr. Venkat, Rtr. Sachin Jain and Rtr. Sandeep Shastry

NO. OF MEMBERS: 18

DATE: April 19, 2015

Intra club awards was a

themed award function at

the club. Celebrating and

recognizing quirky qualities

of members.

“Being on the panel for this awards function was a lot of fun. The whole event panned out amazingly well. From the award categories, to the mind blowing costumes and to the way the whole place was decorated!”


NEPAL RELIEF#reach#out

DATE: APR 28,2015

NO. OF MEMBERS: 18PROJECT CHAIR: Rtr. Sandeep Singh

AVENUE: INTERNATIONAL SERVICE

INR 73,000 IN <24 HOURS

About 30% of the funds were used to procure

relief materials and were sent with Ms. Tsosoe

and through Goonj Foundation. The rest of the

funds were given to RI Dist 3190 Needy Heart

Foundation and Samarpan foundation, both of

which are contributing to rebuilding a stronger

Nepal.

In the aftermath of the catastrophic

earthquakes in Nepal, the members of E-City

wanted to reach out in any way possible. A

great opportunity came by when a well

wisher of the club was traveling to Nepal

carrying relief material. In less than 24 hours,

the club mobilized INR 73,0000.

“We do a lot of planned projects at the club to help the community. But this was one such opportunity, where everything had to be planned and executed in a day. I feel proud of the way the club rose to the occasion and did everything.” says Sandeep Singh


SAMYOG#project#humane#rollcall#beststill

The club actively participated in the annual Rotaract District Conference, SAMYOG.

As part of Project Humane, the club

recognized Mr. Bharath, who scarified his

own academic pursuit to be a scribe of

his friend, Mr. Ashwin who is a

paraplegic.

The club took part in the Roll Call

session and was awarded the “Best

Still” award.

“An innovative and interactive youth platform where one can meet people from all walks of life, this is the best way to describe SAMYOG. It gave me the opportunity to learn about the lesser although the real “Larger than Life” personalities. Heros who have put others lives before their own just to do a little good in the world.” says Vikhyath


GUEST SPEAKER-LGBT#queerpride#equalityforall

Objective: To create awareness in members about the LGBT

Community and understand the scope for working with them and

for the cause .

DATE: FEB 21,2015

NO. OF MEMBERS: 15

PROJECT CHAIR: Rtr. Niharika


BY ANEKA FOUNDATION

Outcome: The members learnt a lot about the

life of the LGBT community and also about the

legal battles the community is fighting. Being an

extremely insightful session, a lot of project ideas

to support their cause was discussed.

“The LGBT project is very close to my heart because I got to learn so much about a community that is so misunderstood and marginalised. Their ‘can-do’ spirit despite all the odds they face, was truly inspiring. It moved me deeply as it was engaging on a very human level.”says Niharika


SHARING AND CARING#hopeforthehopeless#inspired

VENUE: HOME OF HOPE

DATE: AUG 15,2014

NO. OF MEMBERS: 07

PROJECT CHAIR: Rtr. Priyanka


Objective:

After a thorough need analysis

through discussions with

administrative team, a list of

essentials was made and the same

was to be provided to the home.

Outcome: we provided them with basic

essentials like food grains, medicines &

child Care products worth INR 8000/-.

We are planning a medical camp for the

residents of Home of Hope.

“This has been one of the most inspiring projects. For me personally, this place stands to be a true representation of selfless service and what humanity really stands for. Feel really proud to have been a part of this project.” says Priyanka


PARTICIPATION#ROTAFEST#ROTASIA#DLTW

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DRR’s OFFICIAL VISIT#E-Citypride#unison#DRR#rtradeshwarmehta

@Annual Report 2014-15, Rotaract Club of Bangalore E-City, Dist. 3190

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