Dear District 5750 Rotarians,
You are doing great things and Creating Hope in the World!
In October, we have the opportunity to support Rotary’s leadership in eradicating Polio in the World!
Rotary and its partners in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative have made great strides to reduce polio cases by 99.9% worldwide over the past 35 years, and we’ve reduced the circulation of wild polio to Pakistan and Afghanistan.
That’s why as we approach this World Polio Day on 24 October, as a Rotary member, I am pleased to recognize this progress. However, I ask everyone to help us finish the job and end polio for good to ensure that this paralyzing disease does not return to polio-free countries, putting children everywhere at risk.
From encouraging vaccine acceptance, to sharing factual vaccination information, to calling on elected officials to fund polio eradication, there are so many ways in which we can each support polio eradication efforts. We must all do our part to prevent polio outbreaks in our own communities and continue the march toward global eradication.
We have an opportunity to make history by ending polio, which will be only the second human disease ever to be eradicated, and the time for action is now--visit endpolio.org to learn more about how you can get involved.
Polio Plus Society
Did you know you can be a Polio Plus Society member for $100 a year? Click here for the link to sign up today!
Rotary Haunt the Zoo End Polio Now Event – Sat., Oct. 28
In the spirit of our District’s commitment to eradicating Polio, we are excited to announce our upcoming Rotary Haunt the Zoo End Polio Now Event at the Oklahoma City Zoo on Saturday, Oct. 28. Costumes are optional, but you may see some pretty fun Polio awareness costumes including our End Polio Bear!
Together, we can make a significant impact in the fight against polio. I encourage clubs to actively participate and share their events related to this crucial cause. By working together, we can amplify our efforts district-wide.
Winter Membership Appreciation and Attraction Event – Sat., Dec. 16
Mark your calendars for a special event on the horizon – Rotary District Zoofari Light Night on Saturday, December 16! This event is designed not only for our valued members but also for prospective members who are interested in joining our Rotary family. Stay tuned for more details on this exciting opportunity to connect and engage with fellow Rotarians.
District Governor Nominations
We are calling for nominations for our future District Governor Nominee. An email will be sent to Club Presidents soon. Please contact Immediate Past District Governor Dr. Deena Fisher for more information at d.k.fisher@
Yours in Service,
Jeanean