Sambun is nearing the end of his second term as an International Relations major, balancing English, the history of Cambodia and public policy alongside Chinese and French classes at CRST. Between lectures he drives for the Family Support Program, giving back to his community "even though my pocket is empty". His team also completed two new homes in late August and early September, one at Run Ta Ek and one in Angkor Chum District. Read his full update and see the photos below.
Click read more below to see the photos and her full update.
For two decades, Empowering Youth Cambodia (EYC) has been creating opportunities for young people living in some of Phnom Penh’s most disadvantaged communities.
WORDS: SARAH GOSPER. ROTARY CLUB OF MELBOURNE, VIC
Source: Rotary Down Under
Have you seen our latest Rotary Melbourne Minute on our club socials = German-Bolivian violinist Rosa Matos joined David Kram at rehearsal to discuss her musical journey and the international Rotary partnership bringing her to Melbourne.
Click read more below to visit the Rotary Melbourne YouTube channel for the full-length interview.
This month’s roundup of Rotary projects around the globe spotlights clubs in Mexico, Spain, Taiwan, Uganda, and the United States. Their activities range from a sporting event that benefits military veterans to a contest that challenges young people to find solutions to societal problems.
We have all seen the amazing images from Nepal. Many of our Rotarians spend considerable time in the country and District 9800 has much involvement in the country.
Rotary Melbourne's International Programs Committee has agreed to contribute the amount of $2,500 from our disaster relief budget to Shelter Box Australia, to aid victims of the flood disaster in Nepal.
Rotary Foundation Grants have been approved for household goods for Aboriginal families at risk of homelessness, baby gear in Bendigo, a business mentoring program in Castlemaine and a trailer for RORP.
District 9800's Mark Stephens reports that funds are still available, and it is not too late for clubs to apply. Click Read more to find out how.
Owen Parnaby's book Australia's First Rotary Club tells the story of Rotary Melbourne since our 1921 foundation, its influential members, and the projects that shaped Victoria. It has long been part of the new member joining pack, giving every new Rotarian a direct line to the Club's history and figures such as General Sir John Monash.
Copies have now run out. A reprint would take time and come at real cost. If you have a copy at home, please bring it along to a lunch or drop it at the office. Your donation helps ensure new members can still discover the story that connects us all.
