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WHO ARE WE ?
The Rotary Club of Norwich is a group of around 50 men and women based in the Norwich area who seek to "make a difference" within their local communities and throughout the world, through fund raising and local community activities. Our club is based on "Service above self", good friendship and with an emphasis on having fun! Membership is open to men and women over the age of 18 who wish to serve the community and provide humanitarian service. Help us make a difference!
We meet on Thursdays at the George Hotel, Arlington Lane (off Newmarket Road) Norwich NR2 2DA.
Times as follows:
1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month: 6.30 for 7.00.pm On a 5th Thursday, partners and guests are welcome*
(*subject to advance notice)
Times as follows:
1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month: 6.30 for 7.00.pm On a 5th Thursday, partners and guests are welcome*
(*subject to advance notice)
OUR MONTHLY PROGRAMME FOR 2019
Thursday 7th February: Speaker, Robin Wraight - District Organiser for RYLA will talk about the RYLA programme
Thursday 21st February: Club business meeting
Thursday 7th March: Rachel Barker - Head Teacher at the Nelson School, will talk about using THRIVE within the school
Thursday 21st March: Speaker - Dr Jan Shelton, CEO at St Martin's Housing Trust
Thursday 21st February: Club business meeting
Thursday 7th March: Rachel Barker - Head Teacher at the Nelson School, will talk about using THRIVE within the school
Thursday 21st March: Speaker - Dr Jan Shelton, CEO at St Martin's Housing Trust
LATEST NEWS
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Congratulations to Imogen Grimes who finished runner-up in the Regional Final of the Young Chef competition!
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Resource and Assessment Centre in Ho - Ghana completed
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We are delighted to receive the above photo which shows us the completed Resource and Assessment Centre in Ho, Volta Region, Ghana. The Centre will be an invaluable asset not only for the local community but also for determining the degree and type of need for the children who will hope to be given the opportunity to have a place in our Inclusive School.
Whilst the Australian Government has funded the actual building it is the Rotary Foundation which is providing the funds needed to buy the essential equipment used in making a proper assessment of the needs of children with disabilities, be they intellectual, physical or both. The funds come from a District Grant and from the Rotary Club of Norwich which continues to embrace the project as it passes on to Stage 2- building the Kindergarten for the school.
Very many thanks to all those who have already contributed to this project and to those of you who are very welcome to join us. A fully Inclusive School is a ground-breaking project in a part of the world which is only just beginning to wake up to the possibility of educating people with disability.
It is hoped that the Centre will officially open on the 14th February 2019
Whilst the Australian Government has funded the actual building it is the Rotary Foundation which is providing the funds needed to buy the essential equipment used in making a proper assessment of the needs of children with disabilities, be they intellectual, physical or both. The funds come from a District Grant and from the Rotary Club of Norwich which continues to embrace the project as it passes on to Stage 2- building the Kindergarten for the school.
Very many thanks to all those who have already contributed to this project and to those of you who are very welcome to join us. A fully Inclusive School is a ground-breaking project in a part of the world which is only just beginning to wake up to the possibility of educating people with disability.
It is hoped that the Centre will officially open on the 14th February 2019
WHAT DO WE DO?
We support several local and International charities and projects and have a varied range of social activities, speakers, boat trips, concerts, BBQs, quizzes, wine tasting, our International Scholar evening and many more! Visit our Facebook page to see all the latest news and activities.
OUR CURRENT SUPPORTED CHARITIES AND PROJECTS ARE:
COMMUNITY SERVICE SUPPORT
Cinema City Moving Memories Project: We are providing support, both practical and financial, for this excellent project to help people living with dementia and memory loss to recall their memories through cinema and film
The Nancy Oldfield Trust: The trust offers disabled and socially disadvantaged people excitement, freedom, adventure and wheelchair access to the Norfolk Broads. The Rotary Club of Norwich has provided financial support for radios and will continue to raise funds for other equipment.
The Nelson Infant School: We are providing funding to enhance their existing THRIVE programme and will be working with the school and parents to regenerate a wildlife garden
The Nancy Oldfield Trust: The trust offers disabled and socially disadvantaged people excitement, freedom, adventure and wheelchair access to the Norfolk Broads. The Rotary Club of Norwich has provided financial support for radios and will continue to raise funds for other equipment.
The Nelson Infant School: We are providing funding to enhance their existing THRIVE programme and will be working with the school and parents to regenerate a wildlife garden
YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES PROJECTS
We organise several youth focused competitions each year: Young Photographer, Young Chef, Youth Speaks, and the Technology Tournament. These competitions are aimed at pupils from local schools who wish to demonstrate their skills in a competitive environment, whilst having fun doing so!
INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS
Ho All-Inclusive School: We are working with the Kekeli Foundation and the Rotary Club of Ho- Ghana to build Ghana's first all-inclusive school with all the necessary facilities to enable people with and without disability to access everything they need with the help of specialist and general staff to teach at the school The Rotary Club of Norwich are working to raise £10,000 towards the project.
WHY SHOULD I JOIN ROTARY?
With clubs in almost every country, more than 1.2 million members embrace their diverse background and unite to exchange new ideas, apply expertise, and implement improvements that transform communities.
Our members work locally or partner international projects that address today’s most pressing humanitarian challenges of today.
The impact our members make takes shape at Rotary club meetings and activities. These gatherings give you the chance to:
Our members work locally or partner international projects that address today’s most pressing humanitarian challenges of today.
The impact our members make takes shape at Rotary club meetings and activities. These gatherings give you the chance to:
- Change lives. You’ll have the opportunity to discuss and act upon your community’s greatest needs.
- Connect with other passionate people. Rotary club meetings are a place to strengthen connections to friends and neighbors and form meaningful relationships that last a lifetime.
- Invest in yourself. Many clubs offer workshops, conferences, guest speakers, and more – all aimed at helping you grow personally and professionally.
PRIVACY POLICY:
General Data Protection Regulation goes into effect
Rotary International in Great Britain & Ireland has updated its privacy notice to ensure that personal data is processed lawfully under the new General Data Protection Regulation. The policy can be found here.
General Data Protection Regulation goes into effect
Rotary International in Great Britain & Ireland has updated its privacy notice to ensure that personal data is processed lawfully under the new General Data Protection Regulation. The policy can be found here.