1. Vol 18 Number 27 SELAMAT PAGI 20 February 2010
Rotary Information RI President’s Message
My fellow Rotarians,
FEBRUARY is
World Understanding Month Each of us has, at one time or another, been asked the question, what is Rotary?
There are many ways to answer, depending on the questioner, the context, and the
time available. The shortest and simplest answer is that Rotary is the world’s
The month February
oldest service club organization. This is, of course, an accurate but necessarily
is designated World
incomplete response, for any true understanding of Rotary must include an
Understanding Month
explanation of how we in Rotary strive through our service to achieve more than the
on the Rotary calen-
goal of each individual project. By working together in our clubs, our districts, and
dar. The month also
internationally, we strive to establish the simple foundations of a better society:
includes the anniver-
friendship, trust, honesty, and hope.
sary of the first meeting of Rotary held
on 23 February 1905, now called World
The structure of Rotary, along with our international club projects, helps make
Understanding and Peace Day.
friendly connections between Rotarians in different countries. Our emphasis on
ethical and honest behavior works to build strong and open relationships between
To observe World Understanding
people and nations. Our service projects in water, health and hunger, and literacy
Month, the Rotary International Board
help eliminate many of the practical obstacles to peace. And our Rotary Foundation
asks all Rotary clubs to plan programs
and Rotary Youth Exchange programs go a step beyond by training the leaders of
for their weekly meetings and under-
tomorrow to be active builders of a more peaceful world.
take special activities that emphasize
"understanding and goodwill as These programs help shape responsible citizens of better communities — people
essential for world peace". who will have a broad and nuanced perspective, enhanced by opened eyes and
open minds. They will be indelibly marked by their experiences, and throughout
In February, many clubs arrange for their lives — both now and in their later careers — they will not keep the benefits of
international speakers, invite Youth these experiences to themselves. These are the people who will help build the kind
Exchange students and international of future that we as Rotarians strive to create through our every action.
scholars from schools and universities
to club meetings, plan programs What is Rotary? It is a network of people who care — people who are both realists
featuring former Group Study Exchange and optimists. We recognize the challenges before us and our own limitations; we
team members, arrange discussions also recognize our abilities and our responsibility to use them to the fullest. If we
on global issues, present entertain- are ever to realize Paul Harris’ vision for Rotary as an organization that promotes
ment with an interesting cultural or goodwill among nations, then, as he wrote, “the hearts of men must be so touched
artistic theme, or plan other programs and molded that mutual understanding and goodwill will take the place of fear and
with an international emphasis. hatred.” In this, World Understanding Month, we do well to remember these words
— and to remember as well that in all of our service, we reach for the larger goal of
Many clubs take the opportunity to fellowship, understanding, and peace.
launch an international community
service activity or make contact with John Kenny
a Rotary club in another country. It is a President, Rotary International
good month to initiate a Rotary Friend-
ship Rxchange or encourage support
for Rotary Foundation programs.
World Understanding Month is a
chance for every club to pause, plan Wishing all Rotarians & family
and promote Rotary's continued quest
for goodwill, peace and understanding
a Happy and Prosperous New Year
among people of the world.

2. ATTENDANCE LAST WEEK'S SPEAKER
Mr Bryan Ng
Guests: – 5Es in People Management
Julia Lai Abdullah, guest of Kong
Jenny Kasturi Bryan Ng comes from a background of
Thanaletchumi managing and training. His specializes in
creatively managing organizational
Attendance: 72% Fines: $35.00 resources including people, materials and
technology.
Announcements
Envision - To envision is to give the members of the organization the body’s long
term vision, the big picture as it is sometime called. But whose vision should it be,
Club Service the company’s surely? No, says Bryan. That is the common misconception. The
- CNY fellowship and dinner meeting on attitude of employees is WII FM (what’s in it for me?). They are invariably selfish. At
Friday 26 Feb'10 at Pearl Oriental least to begin with. Give them a picture that paints their self-interest. It may be
Restuarant, Bukit Kiara Club at 6.30pm financial gains to be had in future but it could also be a challenge to those who rise
to it. It could also be the invaluable experience and track record that comes with
Vocational Service doing a job well.
- Visit to Toyota plant postponed until
further notice. Energise - To boost their enthusiasm towards organizational goals the manager
- Career guidance seminar date to be has to be skillful at communication. Bryan drew the example of Martin Lurther King
confirm. Jr with his I had a dream speech. Yet some don’t get energized easily because of
self-doubt with underlying psychological roots. Their parents might have had
New Generation unrealistic expectations of them or had been discouraging to the extent the children
- Three candidates will be attending the have lost all confidence in themselves. The manager needs to draw them out.
RYLA in March.
Enable - Having energized the staff it is time to give them the weapons: know-
International Service ledge, skills, the right attitude. Where to start? Attitude is typically difficult to change.
- Trip to Taiwan is confirm and todate 5 Even among sincere workers many think they work very hard but are really not very
members and spouse will be attending productive or efficient. Start with skills development. This could possibly boost a
sister club RCCCS's anniversary. change in their attitude as competence increases. Skills are certainly easier to
teach.
Members are reminded to pay their
subscription for Jan - July 2010 to Enforce - This is the carrot and stick. Most managers tend to use stick. Bryan
Treasurer Graham as soon as believes the carrot is more effective. Punishment conditions the person to not take
possible initiatives. Often the punished is told what is wrong but not what is right. This only
aggravates self-doubt and lack of initative. Rewards on the other hand don’t have to
be money. Acknowledgement can be a great motivator. Managers should notice
their charges’ contribution. Level 1 improvement is to praise. Level 2 is to tell them
what they have done right. Level 3 managers recognize and acknow-ledge effort
even when workers fail for this encourages them to try harder the next time. The
best part is that praise costs nothing.
Empower - It is important to realize that when you delegate you are still respon-
sible. Furthermore, you need to draw rules and boundaries for the staff to follow
when they take initiative. Tell them at which points they should refer to you for
authority. Once you delegate, it would be wrong to try and keep a tight check.
REF Awardees Thanaletchumi
By Poay Lim
and Jenny Kasturi
District NEWS
Words to Grow By
District International Night & TRF Recognition Night
“Rotary will grow if leaders lead.
The leaders in every club need to The Theme” Rotary for World Peace.”
come forward and be optimistic
in planning for their clubs’ futures.” Date : March 6, 2010, Saturday
Venue : Ballroom, Royale Chulan Hotel @ 7.30pm
— Michael K. McGovern, chair of
RI’s Membership Development The District International Service Committee and the District TRF Committee are
and Retention Committee jointly organising the District International Night / TRF Recognition Night.
and past RI vice president
Recognition will be given that evening to Rotaruans who have contributed
generously to the Rotary Foundation (Major Donors, PHF, EREY, Polio Plus, etc).
Their contribution has done our District proud and has enabled much
humanitarian good to happen around the world.

3. Today's Programme NEXT CHANGE
Dr Goh Chee Leong 26 February'10(Fri) 6.30pm
'Parenting Guide for Busy Working Parents' Business meeting & CNY fellowship
Dr Goh is VP of HELP University College overseeing corporate training and 6 March'10(Sat) 7.30am
development programmes. As Dean of HELP’s Behavioral Sciences Faculty, with the Speaker: Andal Kishna
largest Psychology undergraduate programme in SE Asia, he lectures in Social Topic:A quick fix for the English dilemma
Psychology, Research Methodology, Human Motivation, Developmental Psychology
and Cognitive Psychology. He also sits in the EXCO of the Malaysian Psychological 13 March'10(Sat) 7.30am
Association (PSIMA) and heads the Registration Bureau for Psychologists. Speaker: Tbc
He obtained his honours degree in Psychology, Political Science and Philosophy
and then his PhD in Psychology from the University of Otago, and was conferred the CALENDER of EVENTS
Otago Postgraduate Award. His passion is for youth and their families is manifest in
the time he spends meeting and sharing ideas with parents and educationists on
how to create a loving and empowering environment for the next generation. He is a Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA)
regular columnist for Parenthood magazine and frequently presents “Parenting” Date: 4 - 7 March 2010
workshops throughout the country. Venue: Eagle Ranch, Port Dickson
Host club: RC Port Dickson
New R I Theme
Visit to orphanage (Community project)
Date: 13 March 2010
‘Building Communities — Bridging
Continents’ is 2010-11 RI theme Leadership Training Program (REF)
Date: 15 - 18 March 2010
RI President-elect Ray Klinginsmith addresses
Venue: Agrotek Garden Resort
district governors-elect at the 2010 International
Assembly. After taking the stage to the tune of
Group 9 Intercity Meeting
“California, Here I Come,” RI President-elect Ray
Date: 29 March 2010
Klinginsmith announced the 2010-11 RI theme,
Venue: Tbc
Building Communities — Bridging Continents,
during the opening plenary session of the 2010
International Assembly . 76th District Assembly
Date: 16 - 18 April 2010
Klinginsmith said he arrived at the theme after reviewing RI themes of years past. Venue: Sunway Resort Hotel
He noticed that only a few spoke to non-Rotarians.
Trip to Taiwan -
“As a result, I decided to search for a briefly stated theme that would fulfill two RC Chungli Chung Shing Anniversary
objectives: the first to explain Rotary to non-Rotarians, and the second to validate Date: 18 - 23 May 2010
our work for Rotarians,” he said. “The words I have selected to describe Rotary’s
current mission and to highlight our achievements are what we do best: Building
Communities — Bridging Continents. “
The president-elect described how his 50 years of Rotary experience have
contributed to his focus on communities at home and abroad. For example, as a
Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholar, he studied for a year in South Africa,
becoming the first student from his small town of Unionville, Missouri, USA, to
study abroad.
Duty Roster
The timing of the theme announcement, which took place in the evening, was a
break in tradition from past assemblies and a reflection of Klinginsmith’s 20 February (International Service)
willingness to embrace change. He encouraged district governors-elect to
Sargeant-at-arms Alvin
reexamine traditional procedures that were no longer best practices and to begin
Desk Duty Thomas
new traditions where appropriate.
Introducer Sunny
He also paid homage to Rotarians of the past who helped raise Rotary to a place Thank Speaker Susan
of prominence on the world stage. He urged district governors-elect to meet the Fines Teng Yoong
past RI presidents and other former officers in attendance to deepen their
connection to Rotary’s past. 6 March (New Generation)
Sargeant-at-arms Elsie
“I love it,” says Governor-elect Robert Martin, of District 5020 (British Columbia, Desk Duty Karen
Canada; Washington, USA). “I’m going to be promoting Rotary pride in our district Introducer Jeremy
next year, and Building Communities — Bridging Continents is something we can Thank Speaker Kate
all be proud of.” Fines Ghaurry

4. Board of Directors 2009/10 Around the
Rotary World
President
Frances Po
21731618(0) Rotary clubs worldwide mobilize to
help meet the need for aid in Haiti
President Elect
Tan Poay Lim
77277127(0) Clubs throughout the regional Rotary district that includes Haiti quickly
Immediate Past President/PR mobilized to send more than 55 planes carrying 50,000 pounds of medical
Elsie Low equipment and supplies into the cities of Pignon and Port-de-Paix, bypassing
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the myriad of logistical problems in Port-au-Prince. Rotary clubs throughout the
Vice President/Membership Director Caribbean have raised more than $1 million for immediate relief and long-term
Dr Sanjay Doshi
23008030(0) rebuilding.
Honorary Secretary The Rotary Foundation has set up a Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund to streamline
Cecelia Matuya
56342870(0) the flow of contributions, primarily for U.S. club members. Fund managers will
work with local Rotary clubs and relief agencies to meet the most pressing
Honorary Treasurer
PP Graham Bennett needs of communities in the affected area. Funds will be used in the relief
012-2918619 effort, and for projects providing longer-term support and development.
Club Service Director
PP Karen Chong Other examples of Rotary’s worldwide response to the disaster in Haiti:
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· Rotary clubs in South Korea quickly raised $100,000 to support a
Vocational Service Director
PP CY Fong medical team sent to Haiti by the Korean Foundation for International
78032276(0) Healthcare.
Community Service Director
Ho Ee Lay · In Honduras, The Rotary Club of Tocoa collected more than 70,000
019-3395688 pounds of food and medicine and arranged for three cargo flights into
International Service Director Port-au-Prince, with more on the way. “We remember how the world
Susan Lim helped us after Hurricane Mitch,” said Rotary member Juan Gomez.
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New Generation Director · The Rotary Club of Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain, enlisted the
Ghaurry Grand Prix Atlantic Regatta to set sail for the Dominican Republic with
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24 yachts loaded with relief supplies. The fleet will arrive in Santo
Rotary Foundation Chairman
Domingo by the end of January, where local Rotary members will
PP Sunny Khoo
22849089(O) unload supplies for transport into neighboring Haiti.
Bulletin Committee
James Lau/ Karen (Editor/Production)
Poay Lim (Speaker’s Programme)