Dear Fellow Rotaractors,
I raise my voice not so that I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard.
― Malala Yousafzai
If there’s one thing I truly admire about Rotaractors, it is their ability to amplify their message, their advocacies through the initiatives they create. This year has been exceptional, seeing clubs bring to life projects they’ve imagined, getting to share the success to the world and being able to reach more communities freely as more places ease pandemic restrictions.
After reading all the entries of our recently concluded Philippine Rotaract Magazine’s Write Minds writing contest where they shared how they envision Rotary and Rotaract in the years to come, I can proudly say there is a promising, hopeful tomorrow. Every Rotaractor narrated their pivotal experience that elevated the way they want to lead their communities and live a purposeful, passionate life. We thank each and every participant who poured their heart into writing such wonderful stories.
The youth’s energy is unmatched. Life may be filled with complex challenges but you can rely on young leaders to always take action and come up with innovative ways to help. It is remarkable how more Rotaractors tirelessly connect with their beneficiaries, seek new and meaningful partnerships to learn from their stories and collaborate towards an impactful change. It is the voice we need in this world and we are always looking forward to hearing more of these in the future.
-Gianina Maria Ciriaco
Editor-In-Chief
Philippine Rotaract Magazine
