What are your hobbies / interests?
The animals are in my mind most of the time, but I like getting lost off on a motorcycle around Ubud and Tabanan. I also like watching the odd match English Premier League over a few beers.
What have you worked in types of jobs?
I am a small animal veterinarian my entire career of pooches pampered pooches in the street, but also an MBA along the way, which led me to set up a company management consultancy that works with veterinary clinics.
How and when did you get involved in RCBC?
I decided to join a Rotary club in Bali after meeting many inspiring people who were already members. They made a real difference to social causes in Bali and truly embodied the Rotary motto "Service Above Self".
How often and where no one answers the Club?
We meet most Tuesdays at 18 am at Hotel Tugu, Jalan Batu Bolong, Canggu and of course other events focused on projects and informal social gatherings relaxed.
How do your members differ from other English clubs in Bali?
All Rotary clubs have their own strengths and special emphasis. Rotary Canggu is a new club launched in 2011 with a young member, dynamic that aims to be fast-moving and action-oriented. Our efforts can be Indonesia to scale, but we also focus on the Canggu area because we are based here.
Which nationalities are most of your members belong to?
There are 14 different nationalities, the most common being British and Australian. Almost all of our members are from different professions, so that we are a pretty diverse group.
The projects come in all shapes and sizes. A program we're running right now is our Balawista Canggu Nippers program. In collaboration with our twin club RC Misbourne Matins UK, RCBC provides uniforms and equipment to teach up to 200 local children aged 4-14 years about the safety of water and the importance of maintain the environment of the beach. This helps to develop confidence and self-awareness of the Child, built friendships, is great fun and hopefully save lives. Our project Nippers is a true team effort with a number of members helping RCBC Sunday morning at Pantai Batu Bolong, some even help instructors and having as much fun as the kids!
What specific programs are you most proud of
The Nippers program is popular for many reasons as it ticks boxes on so many different levels ?; health, safety, environmental education, socialization and local Balinese community integration. This year we also raised funds to help create a permaculture garden at the Kerobokan prison in collaboration with the ROLE Foundation, and we supported the KertiPraja Foundation in pursuit of their HIV program in Bali.
Can you give us some specific examples of how RCBC projects have actually improved people's lives?
One of our previous projects was to provide new toilet blocks in Canggu a local school and also a school in the village of Wanagiri, upgrading facilities considerably and giving students a some privacy if needed. Hollows and taps were installed authorized handwashing, which encouraged the practice of good hygiene. Another project was our RCBC Canggu ease learning, where training on topics such as reflexology and issuance of certificates of competence should help these young adults to find a job.
Does the local Balinese community also contribute time and resources to projects RCBC?
Yes, Nippers Club Program is managed by the Community Canggu Surf with the help of the Badung Balawista Surf Life Saving Club and other interested parties, including I Made Suparka, and Aleksandra Denic Emma Larssen. The program takes place every Sunday morning 7:00 to 9:00 with the allocations made for holidays, ceremonies and the rainy season.
What is the most effective way of young Indonesian environmental education?
The teaching of waste management techniques at local schools and giving them the means and the opportunity to learn in practice. Develop good hygiene practices is also key.
What other programs have provided RCBC?
RCBC quickly launch a waste management program in local schools Canggu Bali in collaboration with ECO, to collect recyclable materials and teach children about recycling and waste management. We are also expanding our ease of learning where young Balinese Canggu can learn English, reflexology, basic computer skills and swimming.
Do you accept volunteers to work in Rotary projects?
Absolutely! We greatly appreciate the help of volunteers. Any interested person may me (pr@rotarycanggu.org) send to request further details.
How does one become a member of RCBC?
Membership is by invitation. Prospective members must attend a minimum of three of our club meetings Tuesday night as a guest, and then ask a member to sponsor you. The Board of Directors and general membership will then review the request. We welcome anyone who lives in the area of Canggu to come join us on a Tuesday for drinks and canapés bar in Hotel Tugu follow our weekly meeting where we often have interesting speakers.
In your opinion, what are the most critical issues facing Bali today?
I would say silent but devastating HIV / AIDS, the issue of waste management and to ensure that people living in poorer regencies in Bali have access to service health and education as Bali is developing rapidly, and not be left behind.
What being a Rotarian really for you?
Being a Rotarian is not only to have a social and moral conscience, but be prepared to act on it. When you join forces with other people with the same point of view, you can do things together that would not be possible otherwise. well-intentioned people can really make a difference and change people's lives for the better.
How can readers find out more about the RCBC programs and how they can help?
See page Rotary Canggu . or visit our website at www.rotarycanggu.org