Great opportunity to meet RI President Shekhar Mehta &
World Top Experts in Environment & Disease Control
Getting to Know Rotary International President Conference
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Getting to Know Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation
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Rotary International
Who Are We?
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers
who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change –
across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
Solving real problems takes real commitment and vision. For more than 110 years,
Rotary's people of action have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action
on sustainable projects. From literacy and peace to water and health,
we are always working to better our world, and we stay committed to the end.
Our History
Rotary started with the vision of one man — Paul Harris. The Chicago attorney formed
the Rotary Club of Chicago on 23 February 1905, so professionals with diverse backgrounds could
exchange ideas and form meaningful, lifelong friendships.
Over time, Rotary’s reach and vision gradually extended to humanitarian service.
Members have a long track record of addressing challenges in their communities and around the world.
Our Mission
We provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through our fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.
Our Vision Statement
Together, we see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change —
across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
Our Causes
Rotary is dedicated to causes that build international relationships, improve lives,
and create a better world to support our peace efforts and end polio forever.
Our 7 areas of focus for our service are: Promoting Peace; Fighting Disease; Providing Clean Water,
Sanitation and Hygiene; Saving Mothers and Children; Supporting Education;
Growing Local Economies; and Protecting Environment.
Our Leaders
Our leaders at Rotary exemplify all of the qualities that make our members extraordinary:
integrity, expertise and a commitment to service.
Rotary is led by a diverse international team of top executives.
Whether developing Rotary policy, providing financial support, managing a global staff,
or advancing Rotary's strategic plan, each member of the team is dedicated to helping
our members connect and take action to create sustainable change.
The Rotary Foundation
Background
The Rotary Foundation transforms your gifts into service projects that change lives
both close to home and around the world. Since it was founded more than 100 years ago,
the Foundation has spent more than $5.5 billion on life-changing, sustainable projects.
With your help, we can make lives better in your community and around the world.
Mission
The Rotary Foundation helps Rotarians to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace
by improving health, providing quality education, improving the environment, and alleviating poverty.
Getting to Know Shekhar Mehta
Rotary International President (2021-22)
A Member of the Rotary Club of Calcutta-Mahanagar, West Bengal, India
President Mehta, an accountant, is chair of the Skyline Group, a real estate development company he founded.
He is also a director of Operation Eyesight Universal (India), a Canada-based organization.
He has been actively involved in disaster response and is a trustee of ShelterBox, UK. After the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami,
he helped build nearly 500 homes for families affected by the disaster.
He pioneered a program that has performed more than 1,500 life-changing heart surgeries in South Asia.
He is also the architect of the TEACH Program, which promotes literacy throughout India and has reached thousands of schools.
A Rotary member since 1984, Mehta has served Rotary as director, member or chair of several committees,
zone coordinator, training leader, member of The Rotary Foundation Cadre of Technical Advisers, and district governor.
He is also the chair of Rotary Foundation (India). He has received Rotary's Service Above Self Award and
The Rotary Foundation's Citation for Meritorious Service and Distinguished Service Awards.
He and his wife, Rashi, are Major Donors and members of the Bequest Society.
THE CONFERENCE SPEAKERS
Conference Opening & Welcome Remarks
World-Class Speakers on Environment
Dr. Myung Ja Kim
Former Minister of Dept. of Envioronment
Speech Title: "Is Climate Crisis and Existential Threat?"
The 7th Minister of the Ministry of Environment in
Korea, Former Commissioner of Korea
Meteorological Agency, Former Congresswoman,
Chair of Hyosung Board of Directors, President of
Seoul International Forum, Honorary Chairman of
the Korean Federation of Science and Technology
Organizations, Ph.D. from Graduate School of the
University of Virginia
Prof. Jae Chun Choe
Professor of Ehwa Women University
Speech Title: "Biodiversity Imbalance
and Eco-Vaccine"
Ewha Womans University Chair-Professor,
Biodiversity Foundation Representative,
1st Director of National Institute of Ecology,
2000 Korea Science and Culture Award, Ph.D.
from Harvard University Graduate School of
Biology
Dr. Byung Seong Chun
Former Chairman of Korea Environment Corp
Speech Title: "Environmental Disaster:
Water Contamination"
President of Korea Natural Disaster Association,
Former Chairman of Korea Environmental
Management Corporation. Former Commi-
ssioner of the Korea Meteorological Agency,
Presidential Environment Secretary, Master of
Environmental Studies, Seoul National University,
Master of Illinois State University, Ph.D. in
Environmental Law, Konkuk University
Masahiro Amano
Professor Emeritus of Waseda University
Speech Title: "Global Environmental Problems and Beach Cleaning"
An Honorry Member of the Rotary Club of
Shimodate, Ibaragi Prefecture. Post Senior
Fellow, Global Environmental Strategy Research Institute, Public Interest Incorporated
Foundation. IPCC Nobel Peace Prize Winner
Contribution Certified.
World-Class Speakers on Disease Prevention and Treatment
John Alderman Linton MD
Severance Hospital Desease Control Dept Chair
Speech Title: "Disease Treatment"
Professor at Yonsei University, Director of International Medical Center of Severance
Hospital of Yonsei University College of
Medicine, President of Korea International
Health Medical Foundation, Chairman of
Chollipo Arboretum, 2005 National Medal of
Merit, 4th President of Korea International
Health and Medical Foundation
Prof. Jae Wook Choi
Professor of the Korea University
Speech Title: "COVID 19 Pandemic
Prevention and Treatment"
Heal Professor of Preventive Medicine, Korea
University College of Medicine, Doctor of
Preventive Medicine, Graduate School of Korea
University, Full-time Vice President of the
Korean Medical Association, Director of the 6th
Medical Policy Institute.
Dr. Sung Hee Nam
President of Daegu Health College
Speech Title: "Relationship Between Rotary and Disease Eradication"
President, Daegu Health University, Rotary
International 3700, Former President, Doctor of
Education from Yeungnam University,
President of the Korea Junior College
Education Association, Chairman of the 1st
Junior College Lifelong Vocational Education
Development Council, 2011 Minister of Justice
Award
Satoshi Motegi
RID2570 District Rotary Foundation Committee Immediate Past Chairman
Speech Title: "Global Grant Project"
President of Satoshi Mogi Architectural Design
Office, Ltd. Joined Rotary in 2000 as a member
of the Rotary Club of Honjo. Served as District
Secretary (2015-16), and as District Rotary
Foundation Committee Chairman (2017-20)
Shinohara Kazuyuki
RID2630 District Service Project Committee Chairman
Speech Title: "Disease Prevention &
Treatment - A Joint Project between
RID 2630 & RID 3330 (Thailand)"
Joined the Rotary Club of Tajimi Riverside and
is currently serving as District Service Projects
Committee Chairman after serving as District
International Service Committee Chairman.
Shinichi Miura
RID2750 Governor
Speech Title: "Introduction of Global Subsidy Project Case Studies on COVID19"
Joined the Rotary Club of Tokyo Hachioiji West
in 1990. Served as District Service Program Committee Chairman and District Assistant Governor after serving as Club Secretary and Club President.
Rotary International President Conference Program
We exchange ideas and actions on Preserving Environment and Preventing & Treating Disease
LOCATION
The K-Hotel, Gyeongju, Korea
FAQ
Q: Will this be online conference?
A: This is planned to be a hybrid conference, meaning that we will have both: (1) actual conference onsite with the President and DGs from Zone 11& 12 and the guests from Japan and elsewhere, and (2) online conference through YOUTUBE broadcasting for others due to COVID 19 pandemic situation. However, this may have to be changed and have only online broadcasting.
Q: Who can Attend this conference and how long will this conference take?
A: Anyone, Rotarians and non-Rotarians both, can attend this conference via online.
This President's conference is scheduled to be about 4 hours long from 8:30-12:30 AM Korean time on October 5, 2021. From 12:30-13:00 there will be video playing of local service activities.
Q: Where is Gyeongju and is there ways to get to know Korea and Gyongju?
A: Yes, we are providing sightseeing tour videos on this website for many cities in Korea, including Gyeongju, the city where our conference is held. Please watch our your videos and learn more about Korea and its beautiful cities.
Q: Should I make my own travel arrangement if I decide to attend the conference?
A: Yes. However, there are so many uncontrollable factors at this moment due to COVID 19 crisis and the conference period is only 4 hours. In addition, there is a risk that RI President may not be able to attend the conference and conduct this conference online even for himself if the situation gets worse. Therefore, we recommend you to hold and wait and see before you decide to attend this conference physically.
Q: Should I make my own travel arrangement if I decide to attend the conference?
A: Yes. However, if you decide to stay at The K-Hotel in Gyeongju where the conference is planned to be held, please make sure you mention to the hotel that you will be attending the conference in order to get any applicable discounts. All other arrangements beside hotel reservation should be made on your own based on information provided on this website.
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Q: Where should I contact for further information?
A: You may contact us through the following
email address:
E-mail: info@2021ripc-korea.com
Online Tour of Korea
These videos are provided for you to enjoy visiting various cities and places of interest
for your online visit to Korea. Enjoy the views!
How to become Rotarian?
To join Rotary and become a member, you can visit one of the local Rotary Clubs near you
or visit the website of Rotary International and sign up and they will forward
your information to the club near you.
You can visit the following address vis Internet:
https://www.rotary.org/ko/get-involved/join
After signing in, you can change to the language you want.
How to donate to Rotary?
Rotary International is the right place to make your donation for you to participate indirectly
in the worldwide service activities to help people who are in desperate need.
If you want to make donation, you can give your directly through your club or directly to
The Rotary Foundation through Internet.
You can visit The Rotary International site for your donation using the the following address via Internet:
https://www.rotary.org/ko/donate
After signing in, you can change to the language you want.
CONFERENCE ORGANIZING TEAM
CONFERENCE SPONSORING DISTRICTS & GOVERNORS
Location: Jejudo
Number of Clubs: 85
Number of Members: 4,290
Website Address:
http://www.rotary3662.org/
/Location: Gwangju,
Jeollanam-do(West)
Number of Clubs: 90
Number of Members: 3,167
Website Address:
http://www.ri3710.org/
RID 3721
Sun Keon Lee
District Governor (2021-22)
Location: Ulsan, Yangsan,
Miryang
Number of Clubs: 70
Number of Members: 2,306
Website Address:
http://band.us/@rotary3721
RID 3740
Yongmin Ji
District Governor (2021-22)
Location: Chungcheongbukdo
Seocheongju
Number of Clubs: 77
Number of Members: 2,971
Website Address:
http://www.ri3740.or.kr/
Thank You for Visiting Our Website
The materials included in our website are to be used strictly for our internal promotional purpose
for the RI President Conference in Korea on October 5, 2021.
All video materials shown in our website are linked to the YouTube channels which are available in public.
All other materials are from the website of Rotary International.
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