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“I plan to work in a humanitarian setting and promote health post disaster or crisis. I have a special interest in effective implementation of health interventions for mothers, children and their families in refugee camps,” says our District 5110 Peace Fellow Chimwemwe Kumwenda in this year’s Duke-UNC Peace Conference Announcement.
Rotary 5110 in Action eNews 04-06-2021
Born to a Rwandese father and growing up in Zambia, hearing stories about the genocide in Rwanda drove Chimwemwe’s compassion to help those affected by war. It was then, at the age of 9, that she dreamt of becoming a doctor someday to help and treat war victims. That dream was fulfilled and Chimwemwe is now a practicing medical doctor in Malawi, her mother’s home country.
If you know of individuals that might want to apply this year, contact PDG Chuck Root at chuckroot1112@gmail.com.
District 5110 has a long history of outstanding leadership and volunteer commitment at the international, zone, district, and club levels. Each year, we have an opportunity to recognize individuals and clubs that distinguish themselves through their exemplary acts of Service Above Self. We do that at our annual District Celebration, which will take place this year in Bend on August 27-28, 2021.
identifying potential nominees for several awards. Nominations must be presented to Awards Committee Chair District Treasurer (DT) Jim Polk or District Secretary (DS) Beth Sheehan by April 30.
While the doctor might not prescribe it, the ability to find humor in our situation is key for maintaining of sanity, patience, and peace of mind.
