Explore Rotaract @ 3220 Bulletin Highlights Projects, Events

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Explore Rotaract @ 3220 at a
glance
Nothing Better than Rotaract 5
Rtr. Ruwan Fernando shares his
experience of being part of IntroEx.
Know Your District Committee 6-7
Get to know two of your favourite
District Committee members, up and
close as we reveal interesting details
about them.
Congratulations! 8
Join us to congratulate the best
President of the month and best
Rotaractor of the Month for
December, January and February.
Editor’s Note
We are fortunate. We are blessed. We are whole. We
are powerful. It is a privilege to be who we are, with
what we have. What we do with this privilege is for
us to decide. As Rotaractors we get ample
opportunities to act responsibly and put this
privilege to greater use. The best thing Rotaract has
offered me so far is this chance to change the society
and in the process change myself by being a better
person.
The World Down Syndrome Day Celebrations 2013 is
one of the most significant experiences I’ve had as a
Rotaractor. Being involved in this project gave me a
feeling of being able to give back to the society, a
sense of satisfaction and achievement. To see the joy
that we brought to the lives of children living with
Down Syndrome in Sri Lanka helped me realize the
impact one human being can make on another.
With this, I praise the local university based Rotaract
clubs, DRR Rtr. PP. Dilhan Jayatilleke, the District
Committee, all the other individuals and clubs for
committing their time, energy and resources for this
great project. The efforts of the organizing committee
spanning for more than four months have paid off as
the event concluded successfully in the eyes of one
and all. I would like to thank everyone for the support
and encouragement extended to us throughout this
journey. Most of all, I thank Rotaract for its mere
existence and giving us a chance to be a saviour, a
healer, a comfort and a super hero in the eyes of so
many people…
The third edition of the bulletin is an attempt to
recapitulate some of the amazing projects of
Rotaractors under District 3220 in the third quarter
of the Rotaract calendar. While extending my
gratitude to DRR Rtr. PP. Dilhan Jayatilleke, the
District Committee and other clubs for assisting me
in numerous ways, I invite you to enjoy reading
Explore Rotaract @ 3220.
Rtr. Thilini Alahakoon
Editor – Rotaract District 3220
Please send in your comments and suggestions to thiliniha@gmail.com. Your feedback is greatly
appreciated.

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hird edition of ‘Explore Rotaract @
3220’ brings me great happiness in
writing down this message as
District Rotaract Representative. This News
Bulletin brings a collection of news from all
over the country courtesy of active Rotaract
Clubs existing in Five Zones. Looking at the
response received upon issuing two
previous editions, I know very well that our
members have gained a great deal by
reading those. Information is very
important in today’s context. We need to
utilize whatever the tools available to grab
information. Considering that, this News
Bulletin contributes immensely towards
that purpose.
As the District Rotaract Representative, I
am indeed happy to see the contribution of
our Rotaractrors throughout this Rotaract
Year. The good thing is that it was never
less. Their efforts were increasing all the
time. As the District Committee, I am sure
that we did justice to all their efforts by
providing extensive media coverage in the
best possible manner right throughout the
year. For the first time in Rotaract history,
we provided Weekly coverage from our
Print Media Sponsor: ‘The Nation’. ‘TNL
Radio’ and ‘Lite FM’ joined hands with
Rotaract District 3220 as Official Radio
Partners. At the same time, we got ‘Sirasa
TV’, ‘MTV Sports’ and ‘CSN’ on board as
well.
All these were done for the betterment of
the movement. If you remember my vision
at the beginning of the Rotaract Year, it
clearly mentioned that I want our
Rotaractors to gain respect in society as
responsible citizens. It is not realistic
without creating awareness. Therefore,
creating awareness among general public
was the forte in our mission this year. I
cannot forget the effort put in by District
Editor Rtr. Thilini Alahakoon. Not to forget
the support extended by District Director –
Public Relations Rtr. Ransimali Warnapura.
Being the District Secretary, Rtr. Nadisha
Colombage also played a huge role in
assisting at difficult times.
Compiling an edition of this nature on a
Quarterly basis is not an easy task. This is a
painstaking effort of course to be utilized
fruitfully by all Rotaractors. Take your time
off to read this wonderful collection of
information put together to highlight
projects, events and activities organized by
your own fellow Rotaractors. When we
shine, the movement shines. We are the
ones who need to light ourselves in order to
make the Rotaract movement shine. Since
we now have the e-mail group to reach all
the Rotaractors in Sri Lanka in a click of a
mouse, this News Bulleting will be in the
hands of everyone. Readership has
increased from the First Edition to the
Second. In my opinion and experience,
when people are aware of what is
happening only that they make it a point to
attend. I sincerely hope that this Third
Edition of ‘Explore Rotaract @ 3220’ will
serve that purpose.
“Let’s Unite to Make Dreams Real”
Rtr. PP. Dr. Dilhan S. Jayatilleke
(District Rotaract Representative – 2012 /
2013)
Rotary International District 3220 (Sri
Lanka & Maldives)
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Being a RotaractorExploreRotaract@3220:TheOfficialBulletinofRotaractDistrict3220
Being a Rotaractor is a very special
and inexplicable feeling. Once you
become a Rotaractor, you realize that
you too can be a leader and that is one
of the most amazing things about
Rotaract, the way it transforms you. I
believe each Rotaractor has his/her
own definition of Rotaract and to me
Rotaract is all about friendship,
leadership, service and
professionalism.
Rtr. President. Kushil Thilakasiri
Rotaract Club of Colombo Fort
For me it's a life changer! And i believe
we as a group have managed to
change the lives of many individuals!
Rtr. President Randinith Madanayake
Rotaract Club of Colombo Down Town
Rotaract captures the responsibility to give back to
the community that has already given so much to
us and developing ourselves in doing so. To me,
Rotaract is an opportunity to come together with
like-minded people to work toward positive,
interesting projects that make a difference.
Rtr. Harini Indiketiya
Rotaract Club of University of Colombo, Faculty of
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IntroEx – International Youth Exchange Project
INTROEX - The International Youth
Exchange Project organized by the
Rotaract District 3220 accommodated
approximately 40 visiting rotaractors
from the south Asian region. The project
was a joint effort of the District and the
Rotaract Clubs of Colombo, Rotaract
Club of Chemical Sciences, Rotaract Club
of Colombo Downtown Rotaract Club of
American National College, Rotaract
Club of Colombo Fort and the Rotaract
Clubs of Zone II.
The project spanned across 10 days
starting on the 1st of March 2013, with
the arrival date of the guests. This was a
golden opportunity for clubs to
participate in this project as "Hosts" by
accommodating these guests for the
mentioned period of time, being a
valuable addition to their portfolio of
International Understanding projects
for the year 2012/2013.
The key purpose of hosting INTROEX
during the first two weeks of March was
to enable the visiting Rotaractors to be
part of the 22nd Rotaract District
Conference for RI 3220. However, these
valued visitors were not limited to an
event in Colombo, they were taken on
many visits across the country and
within Colombo, and they were also
given the opportunity to bond with
many of the club members of hosting
clubs. These guests got the opportunity
to visit Ambekke (in Gadaladeniya),
Dalada Maligawa, University of
Peradeniya, Balangoda Hydro Plant,
Dankotuwa Factory, Puttalam Wind
Farm, Negombo Beach, Wattala Tea
Bagging Factory, Aluminum Extrusion
Factory, Galle etc all in the curse of 10
days!
According to Rtr. Ruwan Fernando of
the Rotaract Club of Colombo West, it
was an unparallel experience for him.
Even with his vast Rotaract history of 11
years, he has never had the opportunity
to meet such a large group of
international Rotaractors all at once. He
says the exchanges he made with the 14
Rotaractors from India and the 4
Rotaractors form Nepal were memories
he will cherish for a life time. He says
that this is a “must-have” experience for
his fellow Rotaractors and recommends
everyone to pitch0in for the next
INTROEX.
To say the project was a success would
be an understatement; many
participants were quite touched by the
hospitality of the hosting clubs and were
grateful to get an opportunity to re-visit
Sri Lanka during the next year. Finally, a
hats off, to Rtr. Tharaka De Alwis, the
Director for International
Understanding and Information
Technology for his untiring efforts to
make this project an ultimate success.
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District Director – Public Relations Rtr. Ransimalie Warnapura
Being employed at Etisalat Lanka (Private) Limited as an Accounts Executive and
reading for her BBA in International Business at University of Colombo, Faculty of
Management and Finance, Ransimalie is a Rotatactor that has achieved a lot within a
short span of time. Known as Ransi and an excellent writer, she is a cheerful and bubbly
character in the District who is very supportive at tines of need.
If you are to recommend Rotaract to a
friend, what will you tell them?
It’s one of the strongest and most
vibrant youth movements I have
experienced. More importantly,
Rotaract has given opportunities to
everyone to develop themselves as
individuals.
What was the most memorable
moment in Rotaract?
If I am to point out my most rewarding
experience, it would be the experience
of seeing the smiling kids at the 2012
WDSD project.
What is the most difficult thing about
being a Rotaractor?
I believe difficulties make you stronger.
One of my toughest difficulties was
managing my time. I was only studying
at the start of my Rotaract experience,
so when I found it difficult to manage
time, I had to learn to use the maximum
of it. Now that I have started working, I
fell that Rotaract has prepared me for
the challenge in more ways than one.
According to you, what can we as a
District do to strengthen and improve
the movement?
We need to be very supportive of
upcoming and revived clubs; we should
give them the necessary guidance and
the opportunities to shine. More
importantly, I believe that whatever
ever we do, even the smallest of projects
need to heard through PR.
Name one thing about yourself that
most people do not know.
I asked my close friends what they could
think of to answer this, and no one could
come up with anything. I guess
everyone knows me and my weird
quirks pretty well.
What quality of people do you hate the
most and why?
I like to believe everyone has a good
side, and you should try your best to
concentrate on that. But if I have to pick
one, I would say that arrogance is a bit
of pet peeve for me.
What is the best compliment you have
ever received?
I have no idea.
Who inspires you?
My parents.
What is success for you?
Happiness. If I die today and have no
regrets I think that’s a pretty good
measure of success.
Favourite quote
“Be yourself; everyone else is already
taken.” –
Oscar
Wilde
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District Director – Professional Development Rtr. IPP. Malik Hannan
Former president of Rotaract Club of Colombo Uptown, Malik is yet again another
Rotaractor that has made great achievements within a very short time. His contribution
over three years has acclaimed many awards, praise and admiration. A fun, easy-going
and talented personality he is someone all Rotaractors look up to. Malik is currently
reading for his LLB from the University of London while being a free-lance writer.
If you are to recommend Rotaract to a
friend, what will you tell them?
Rotaract is a great way to meet people
with the same mentality (fun people
motivated to better the community), a
great place to relax and make friends and
a great way to travel the world.
What was the most memorable
moment in Rotaract?
Being a part of "Run For Their Lives
"project in aid of the Maharagama Cancer
Hospital
What is the most difficult thing about
being a Rotaractor?
Finding the time to participate in all the
great projects that come my way while
balancing work and studies.
According to you, what can we as a
District do to strengthen and improve
the movement?
Build better friendships with the general
membership not just the executive post
holding members of clubs.
Name one thing about yourself that
most people do not know. I can’t swim
:P
What quality of people do you hate the
most and why?
Selfish people who let their talents and
assets go to waste and misuse what they
have. However, I wouldn't say hate
because that word is too strong. I would
say that i wish that kind of people would
put their time and effort in to avenues
that matter .
What is the best compliment you have
ever received? Grey hair looks good on
you :P
What / who inspires you and why?
Parents (i don’t know anyone who works
harder) and God (cause he forgives)
What is success for you?
Being happy with what I am currently
involved in while moving forward the
whole time.
Favourite quote
Work eight hours and sleep eight hours
just make sure they are not the same
eight hours!
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President of the Month
Rtr. Thilina De Silva
Rotaract Club of Colombo Uptown
Rotaractor of the Month
Rtr. Binthi Adikari
Rotaract Club of Kuliyapitiya
Rtr. Gayani Wickramasinghe
Rotaract Club of American National
College
Rtr. Randinith Madanayake
Rotaract Club of Colombo Down
Town
Rtr. Saduni Warnakulasooriya
Rotaract Club of University of
Colombo, Faculty of Arts
Rtr. Raveen Liyanage
Rotaract Club of Negombo
Rtr. Promila Jayraj
Rotaract Club of Spectrum Institute of
Science & Technology
Rtr. Kaushali Yapa
Rotaract Club of Achievers Lanka
Business School
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Friends in Action
otaract District 3220 is a
movement that is committed
to enhancing talents of the
youth while contributing to its
community. An event that caters to both
these objectives, Friends in Action was
held this year in aid of the cancer
hospital in Batticaloa on the 2nd March
2013.
Friends in Action 2013 took form of a
talent show and were hosted by
Rotaract Club of Achievers with the
guidance of Rotaract District 3220. It
provided the opportunity for both
Interactors and Rotaractors to showcase
their talents in three main categories;
solo singing, dancing and band
performance. Performances by guest
artists’ added value to the event while
being a crowd attractor.
The items of the programme focused on
different cultural aspects of Sri Lanka
and the world depicted through music,
drama and dance. The event also served
as a setting that spreads awareness of
the importance of peace and unity.
Friends in Action served multi-purposes
of being a professional development,
community service and international
understanding initiative challenging the
existing standards of talent shows!
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Sports Glory and Community
Service
HE INTER ROTARACT
BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
(IRBT) was held on the 27th of
January 2013 (Sunday) at the
Mercantile Cricket Associations
Basketball Court. This annual sports
extravaganza was organised yet again
by the combined efforts of the Rotaract
Clubs of Colombo Uptown, University of
Kelaniya and University of Colombo
Faculty of Arts.
The Rotaract movement in Sri Lanka is
very much known for its community
service work, for well over 4 decades.
Rotaract Clubs in Sri Lanka have
provided young adults with the
opportunities not only to augment their
knowledge and skills, but also the
opportunity to address the physical and
social needs of their communities while
promoting international understanding
and peace through a framework of
friendship and service. While serving
the community has always and will
always be one of the main pillars of the
movement, a chance to build fellowship
amongst Rotaractors are always
welcomed and never overlooked. The
Inter Rotaract Basketball Tournament is
one of many opportunities for
Rotaractors in Sri Lanka to gather and
enjoy themselves while bonding over a
mutual love of fun friendly competition.
The tournament format was simple, the
top two teams from each group would
be chosen through a league format and
then knockout matches would take
place to determine who would make it
to the finals, and ultimately who would
take home the championship. This year
the male division challenge shield went
over to the Rotaract Club of Colombo,
the oldest club in the country and not to
mention the first ever winners of IRBT.
The runners up honours went to one of
the organising clubs as the Rotaract
Club of Colombo Uptown would go on to
win the silver shield. Third place went
to the Rotaract Club of Colombo
Millennium City. Over on the women’s
division, The Rotaract Club of Chemical
Science girls team were crowned
champions, while the Rotaract Club of
Colombo Uptown girls team emerged as
runners up. The Rotaract Club of
American National College girls team
walked away with the bronze.
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This one day tournament featured many
highly competitive 15-minute matches
as many of the teams boasted some star
talent. Seeing as how Rotaract members
range between the ages of 18 to 30, an
intriguing mix of talent could be seen on
the court. From schools players’ fresh
out of A/L’s to club players with years of
experience, to veterans who are no
stranger to the mercantile tournament,
a varied mix of sportsman could be
found which made for a pleasant mix of
styles and team work strategies on the
court as well as some incredibly
competitive play as was evident from
the score line of the Final in men’s
division, 14-15.
With 10 male teams and 5 female teams
representing Rotaract Clubs from across
the country IRBT 2013 proved to be an
entertaining well organised event, as is
most Rotaract events and with well over
180 Rotaractors in attendance. IRBT
2013 proved to be yet another example
of the unity within the Rotaract
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Rotaract District Conference 2013
he 22nd Rotaract District
Conference was held in full
glamour and splendour on the
9th of March 2013 at the Galle Face Hotel.
The event was hosted by a Rotaract Club
of Kuliyapitiya with Rtr. President Anuja
Madushan as the project chairperson and
Rtr. Ramesh Seneviratne as the
Rotaract District Co-ordinator for the
event.
At the event, District Rotaract
Representative (DRR) Rtr. PP. Dilhan
Jayatilleke emphasised on the success of
his Rotaract year so far with more than
fifty projects completed at District level.
He also mentioned about the current
status of Rotaract in Sri Lanka and
highlighted its growth in terms of the
number of Rotaractors and quality of
projects.
The main attraction of the conference was
the formal induction of Rtr. PP. Abdul
Wahid as the District Rotaract
Representative Elect (DRRE) for Rotaract
year 2013/2014. Rtr. Abdul stressed on
the importance of equality and accepting
each other irrespective of their various
differences to reach success as a collective
movement. He also praised Rotaract for
being a platform which brings likeminded
individuals together to serve others, no
matter what their creed and culture is.
Another attraction of the event was the
elections for District Rotaract
Representative Nominee (DRRN) for
Rotaract year 2014/2015. This was a
significant moment for Rotaract Sri Lanka
as the future leadership of the movement
was decided. Rtr. IPP Hazeem Osman won
the election obtaining majority of the
votes, earning the prestige of being DRRN
for Rotaract year 2014/2015. He
emphasised that during his tenure
professional development and
membership development will be given
priority and requested all Rotaractors to
“Live your dream, Enjoy Rotaract.”
The keynote speaker for the day was Rtn.
Mahanama Dodampegama from Rotary
Club of Colombo, who stressed on self-
discovery and how to achieve success.
Other guests included Chief Guest for the
first session District Governor. Rtn. PHF.
Dharshan John, Chief Guest for the second
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session District Governor. Rtn. PHF. Imran
Hassan, Guest of Honour -New
Generations Committee Chairperson
Rtn.PP.Janaki Anandasundheram and
District Rotaract Representative of RI
District 3250 - Rtr.PP. Parameshwar
Mahato.
The Rotaract Conference was yet more
interesting as twenty international
Rotaractors from South Asian region
covering India, Nepal, Bhutan and
Pakistan (RI District 3132, 3292, 3150,
3080, 3250, 3131) who is part of an
international understanding initiative of
the District, “IntroEx” participated in the
conference. This served as an
opportunity for Rotaractors in Sri Lanka
to build international contacts and the
presentations of the foreign Rotaractors
served as a great cultural learning
experience to everyone.
This year, the Rotaract District
Conference took a new face synergizing
many avenues of Rotaract Service into
one mega event.
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World Down Syndrome Day Celebrations 2013
otaract District 3220
together with Kosala
Dullewa Foundation
organized World Down
Syndrome Day Celebrations
2013 event on Sunday, 24th
March 2013 at Navaragahala,
Royal College Colombo 07.
Hosting Rotaract Cubs of the
event were Rotaract Clubs of
University of Colombo Faculty of
Management and Finance,
Faculty of Science, Faculty of
Arts and Faculty of Law,
University of Peradeniya,
University of Sri
Jayawardenapura, University of
Moratuwa, University of
Kelaniya and Interact Club of
Royal College.
 Art Competition and
Exhibition: art competition was held for children with both physical and mental
disabilities ranging from 5 years of age to 26 and above. With more than 600 art
received, 50 children were awarded with prizes for their talent on the 24th. All
art was displayed at the venue for public viewing. Ms. Sibil Wettasinghe helped
us on this.
 Vehicle Parade: a vehicle parade to raise awareness about Down syndrome and
accepting these children as normal citizens was held. The parade was done in
partnership with Classic Car Club. 20 classic cars participated in the parade with
other vehicles representing Rotaract. The special feature was that children with
Down syndrome got a chance to ride in these vehicles.
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 Health Camp: more than 350 children with Down syndrome participated in the free
health camp where expert attention in areas like pediatric, dermatology, eye, dental,
physiotherapy and speech therapy was given. There was a special counseling service
arranged for both children and parents with Women In Need (WIN). Also, free
medicine was given to participants as well.
 Variety Show: the variety show started at 1.30 p.m. and included 12 items done by
children with Down Syndrome. It included dance, drama and song. District Governor
Rtn. PHF Dharshan John, Joint DRCC Rtn. Numan Zarajudeen, DRR Rtr. PP. Dilhan
Jayatilleke, Principal Royal College Mr. Upali Gunasekara and Master in Charge
Interact Club of Royal College were guests for the event.
 Distribution of gifts and chocolates screening of movies, mascots to entertain
children, free popcorn stall and face painting created a carnival atmosphere at the
event allowing all participants to have a great time.

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Let’s Colour the dream with shades of green: Invest for a greener future
oday, Mother
Nature is being
disturbed due
to various human
activities in the name
of development.
Among the numerous
ways of destruction,
deforestation has become a major issue.
The rate of deforestation in Sri Lanka has
mounted in an alarming rate over the past
few decades, thinning the forest layer in
the country. As all of us will have to face
the consequences of our misdeeds, it is
high time for us to pay due attention to
the needs of Mother Nature.
Hence with the purpose of environmental
conservation, GREEN DREAM was
initiated by the Rotaract Club of
University of Moratuwa in collaboration
with “Friends of Bio-Diversity”,a non-
profitable organization at Roonakanda
Forest Reserve.
Roonakanda is the
second largest
lowland rainforest
in Sri Lanka, rich
in bio-diversity,
extending over an
area of 4500
hectares and has
been exposed to a
great deal of
deforestation due to various human
activities. The initial phases of GREEN
DREAM already carried out by the
Rotaractors have been successful in
clearing and replanting about one acre
of the deforested land. They now have a
nursery of about 100 rare endemic
saplings which includes Hora, Beraliya,
Kirihambiliya. Batukena, Aaridha,
Malaboda, Batadola, Pelen, Ham
Pelenda, Gal hadawaka, Kithul,
Katadomba, Badulla, Batadomba,
Polhadawaka, Madoll, Kudumberiya, Path
kala, Godapora, Diyapora and
Diyamidellla . These saplings will be
planted in the forest in due time. The
nursery is being maintained with the help
of the villagers and "Friends of bio-
diversity". The Rotaractors frequently
visit the place to ensure the consistency of
the project.
On 3rd of March 2013, a media
conference was held at the Royal College
Union Skills Centre with the presence of
Rtn. Brian Selvanayagam and DRR Rtr
Dilhan Jayatillake to raise public
awareness regarding environmental
issues related to deforestation and
reliable solutions for those issues.
Now you have the opportunity to be a
part of the GREEN DREAM program. With
you being the investor, an endemic plant
will be grown in to a tree. It is time we all
stand up to color the dream with shades
of green.
By Rtr. Nuwani
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Walk for a Cause – The Step of Hope
ope is faith holding out its
hands in the dark”
Some days in your life
deserve pure celebrations, graduations,
weddings and birthdays, just to name a
few. For many people there is another day
that they consider one of the happiest
days of their lives. It is the day that they
are told they are cancer free.
In order to support and to be a hope for
every person struggling for their lives, the
Rotaract Club of Matale organized their
major community services project “The
Step of Hope” in aid of the construction of
the Cancer Treatment Unit in Kandy
remarking another milestone in its
history. It is with this ray of hope that the
members stepped together with the
public at large on the 16th of March 2013
at Matale against the rapidly spreading
disaster, cancer.
The Cancer Treatment Unit of the Kandy
General Hospital has been in existence for
decades handling over 4,000 new patients
per year and currently experiencing many
limitations in terms of equipment and the
need for modern medication. The new 10
storey Oncology Unit proposed will unite
all the Cancer centre’s clinical programs
under one roof and will be of service for
patients with the most complicated and
lethal cancers.
Sometimes hope comes from a smile, hug
or a high-fi and indeed the few steps we
took together would not have contributed
to a major change, but still made an
impact on the society raising awareness
to take all necessary steps to reduce the
effect. The Rotaract Club of Matale was
chartered in the year 1984 and ever since
then the members have contributed for
the development of many aspects of the
society while enhancing young leadership
and talents. The Cancer walk – THE STEP
OF HOPE was also another major public
event raising awareness of the passion of
the Rotaractors to serve the community.
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Saving Paws
t came to me that every time I
lose a dog they take piece of my
heart with them, and every new
dog who comes into my life gifts me with a
piece of their heart. If I live long enough all
the components of my heart will be dog,
and I will become as generous and loving
as they are.” – Anonymous
The Rotaract Club of University of
Colombo Faculty of Management and
Finance organized a vaccination of the
stray dogs inside the faculty on the 18th of
January 2013. They were vaccinated for
rabies and released back by the Health
Officers from the Colombo Municipal
Council.
Loved by students and staff alike, these
dogs have found a temporary home in
everyone’s hearts. They have never
displayed any sign of viciousness towards
any party. However, as a precaution the
Rotaract Club took the initiative to get
these pups vaccinated as a Community
Service project.
13 grown dogs and 7 new puppies were
vaccinated on the day. Club members
were seen running around both within
their own faculty and the Arts Faculty
trying to find more dogs for the cause.
Surprisingly, most of the dogs remained
calm and the task was an easy one for the
officials.
If anyone out there is interested in
adopting any of them please feel free to
email rcucfmf@gmail.com for details.
Written by: Rtr. Ransimalie Warnapura
and Photo Credits: Rtr. Lakmal
Ranasinghe
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Conquer the Peaks
band of hikers, in one mind to raise funds in aid for the diabetic in our
country, are woke up on a Sunday, Ravindra in this case “The Nade Gura”.
Everyone got ready for the first climb in a series of 25 which will take these
climbers to the top 25 mountains of our country in 13 days.
“Misty Mountains” a tea estate under management of Mr. Sajith Egodage is a self-
sustaining environment with its own produce of vegetables and dairy products. Under
this project, a sponsor can sponsor one or more hikers’ with the amount of ‘a rupee for
every foot’ they climb above 5000 feet from sea level. Using this as a motivation all
hikers got to the highest peak of knuckles mountain range with the height of 6123 feet
from the sea level. At the top everyone gathered to put the first flag, which was
continued to every other mountain with the names of the climbers. The “Rotaract Club
of Kandy”, had the 17th General Meeting with a breath-taking view.
The quest didn’t end here. The team lead by the President and Project Chairperson Rtr
Ravindra Tammita went on to climb the rest of the mountains. Dr. Shehan
Karunathilake, Udaya Ratnayake and R.M.Rehan completed the full 25 mountain along
with the President while some joined at various stages of the project. Altogether the
climbers climbed more than 250,000 feet from 5000 feet over mean sea level.
It was no easy task as the climbers faced many challenges as some mountains were
conquered in total darkness. We are proud to say that if you ever go conquering any of
these mountains you will be able to witness the “Conquer the Peaks” flag planted on the
summits stating the date and the time of conquering as well as the names of the Team
Members.
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M6 Honours Ms. Miranda Hemalatha: renowned Dancer, Educationist
and Social Worker
long with the celebrations of the
Rotaract week, the six clubs
starting or that has “M” in any
part of their name, known as the “M6”
once again got together in order to give
gratitude to yet another amazing lady
who has devoted her whole life to social
work.
The “M6” consists of Rotaract clubs of
Colombo Millennium City, Colombo Mid
town, Colombo Mid City, University of
Moratuwa, Matale and Jaffna Mid town.
In order to carry on the traditions build
years ago the Presidents of year
2012/2013 of the six clubs got together
and gave tribute to a well-known social
worker named Mrs. Miranda Hemalatha.
Miranda Hemalatha is a respected dance
teacher, choreographer, dancer, actress,
and an educationist in the field of
Aesthetic Education. She has served the
country in the fields of Dance, Drama,
Puppetry, and education for the last
Fifty seven years in Sri Lanka. She is the
first Director of education in Aesthetic
education. She won the first Colombo
plan scholarship for Dance in 1963.
Her contribution in the field of
developing differently able children is
very much appreciated by the
educationists. Already she has
developed Down syndrome children as
teachers and for various other
occupations. Now she is working for the
development of a residential training
centre, Diridaru Piyasa.
We were truly honored by her presence
and ware grateful for the wonderful
deeds carried out by her and hope to
help her in any way we can to carry out
her future plans successfully.
Article By: Rtr. Chevon David
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E-mail Group for Rotaract District 3220
An e-mail group that links all Rotaractors in Sri Lanka together is now available. This is
a critical stepping stone in the communication aspect of Rotaract in Sri Lanka. E-mails
related to events and projects can now be sent to announcements@rotaractsrilanka.org.
23rd Rotaract District Assembly
The 23rd ROTARACT DISTRICT ASSEMBLY will be held on the 29th of June 2013 at the
Sri Lanka Foundation Institute (SLFI) from 9.00 am – 5.00 pm.
1st Slot Registrations are now open at the ‘EASY-ON-YOUR-WALLET’ rate of Rs.1700/=
(valid from 1st April 2013 – 30th April 2013). First 100 Rotaractors to register and
confirm payment will receive a special collector’s item as well.
2nd Slot Registration is at Rs. 2000/= (Valid from 1st May 2013 - 31st May 2013) and 3rd
Slot Registration: Rs. 2300/= (Valid from 1st June 2013 - 28th June 2013). Also note that
on the Spot Registrations will be Rs. 2600/=.
Please deposit the amount to;
 Name of Bank A/c: Rotaract Club of Cinnamon Gardens
 Bank A/c No. 8116014448
 Bank: Commercial Bank
 Branch: Reid Avenue and send a copy of the scanned deposit slip to
rotaractdistrictassembly23@gmail.com
Publicity Opportunity with media partner The Nation
Clubs have the opportunity to send in articles to be published in “free” magazine of The
Nation paper. The length of the articles should be 400 – 500 words together with three
photographs of the project been featured.
Clubs also have the chance to be featured on the cover of the same magazine by sending
us any selected photograph of a project organized by the club.
Do not miss this opportunity!
Note: Articles should be sent to thiliniha@gmail.com
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