Rotary International District 1090
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Working with our local communities and using our vocational skills is a very important part of Rotary.
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WheelPower's Wheel Appeal is aiming to raise £6,000,000 to provide over 2,000 disabled people with a new sports wheelchair, training and coaching that will enable them to participate in sport and enjoy competitive and recreational sport. As part of the London 2012 Olympic Legacy, Rotary clubs throughout RIBI will be supporting this campaign over the next twelve months through Rotary Wheel Appeal Download latest Rotary Wheel Appeal Newsletter |
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Know Your Blood Pressure Day (formerly Stroke Awareness Day) - Every year, an estimated 150,000 people in the UK have a stroke. That's one person every five minutes. Most people affected are over 65, but anyone can have a stroke, including children and even babies. Each year in mid April, Rotary clubs carry out blood pressure checks on members of the public in town centres and other venues. More details Latest news: Stroke Association sponsored research project seeks volunteers |
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Literacy empowers people and is essential for community development. Nearly 800 million people worldwide over the age of 15 can neither read nor write. Whether it is working trough Rotary International's Literacy Resource Group, setting up projects with The Literacy in a Box Trust based in Cornwall or getting involved in local initiatives, clubs in this District take literacy very seriously, both at home and abroad Read more Read the latest Literacy in a Box Newsletter |
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For the past two years RIBI have been working with BBC Children in Need. This presents great opportunities to help disadvantaged youngsters and promote Rotary. Last years event was on Friday the 16th November 2012. Resources and Fundraising ideas now available online. CLICK HERE for more details
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Life Education Centres (LEC) was PDG Laurie's charity of the year during 2010/11. Life Education uses interactive mobile classrooms to teach positive health messages to primary school children to help them make smart choices as young people. Clubs throughout the District support LEC in the Thames Valley and London-Hillingdon in a number of ways CLICK HERE for more details Download the latest LEC Thames Valley Newsletter |
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| Environment Earth Day aims to inspire awareness of and appreciation for earth's environment. It is currently observed in more than 140 countries around the world. Earth Day initiatives will attempt to change the importance that people place on the environment. Governments, companies, and individuals will rally together to find greener alternatives and sustainable solutions. CLICK HERE for more details |
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Peach was Immediate Past District Governor Niall's chosen charity for the year. PEACH promotes early intensive behavioural intervention and helps parents of children with autism by providing support information and choice. CLICK HERE for more details | |
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Protection - Vulnerable Adults and Minors. For the current District 1090 Guidance, CLICK HERE |
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