Newly appointed 2024-25 Rotary Caroline Springs president Ronald Moss has outlined his bold vision for the local group.
The Rotary club is seeking to connect with the community through a series of initiatives and events with the theme of ‘Magic of Rotary’ in mind.
Peace is a major focus, with plans for a peace writing competition between schools, setting up of ‘peace poles’ at primary schools like the one at Stevensville Primary School, and peace walk fundraisers.
Mr Moss said encouraging young people to look inwards would be beneficial to the community in the long run.
“The peace pole teaches children about finding peace within themselves – it’s a big global initiative by Rotary International,” he said.
“If people can find peace within themselves, the community can be more connected.”
The introduction of an ‘interact club’ for secondary school students in the area is also an aim of Mr Moss’, who wants to help build the future leaders.
“This mentoring program focuses on how to give back to the community. It’s a bit like a social justice program but we also cover fundraising and project management,” he said.
“We want to get the youth to be more responsible in the community and give them something different to do rather than just study, study, study.”
Outside of working with schools, locals can expect to see the local club take part in Clean up Australia Day 2024, tree planting exercises, and at Bunnings sausage sizzles.
It will also engage with local groups such as the African Youth Initiative, Multicultural Association of Community Empowerment, and local RSL branches.
Eddie Russell
