2010 RI Convention video gallery

At 1:11PM on 26 April 2011, Stephen Rossetti wrote: Great conventions, I hope to get to the next one!!

At 9:17AM on 30 August 2010, Kathi Smith wrote: We are facing a crisis in membership in North America. We need to do what we can to attract new Rotarians. Jeff is only repeating an observation that Greg Mortenston made at the beginning of his address. When women do not see themselves represented in senior leadership positions after 20 years - how welcome do they feel? At an orientation of scholars and GSE, I had to explain to the (mainly women) why this is so - not an easy task. Just because is not an accpetable answer.

At 9:50AM on 16 August 2010, Deryk Norton wrote: The convention was superb. I have no concern about the make-up of the Foundation Board as it includes people across nationalities and life experiences. It is a good thing that Rotary does not have a quota for any nationality or gender. The fact that there are no women on the Board and only one woman on the Foundation Board requires no apology. There has been no "exclusion" of women or unfairness as Jeff Hunston has implied. The 4 Way test is intact. Over time I expect we will see many more women on such Rotary Boards in the future as they gain the experience and qualifications of those who have gone before.

At 11:04AM on 12 July 2010, Jeff Hunston wrote: It is difficlult to reconcile RI's words of inclusion, equity, fairness and the 4 Way Test with the fact that there are no women on the Board and with only one woman on the Foundation Board - 1 out of 36. What is Rotary going to tell young women who are prospective Rotarians about this inequity and lack of fairness? Other than this, the convention was superb.

At 10:48AM on 8 July 2010, Jonah Triebwasser wrote: Radio Rotary taped three shows at the convention. They will be available in the near future at http://www.rotary7210.org/radiorotary/radio_menu.htm

At 12:55PM on 6 July 2010, Nkiru Nnamah wrote: It was unlimited learning, sharing and fun at Montreal. I'm really glad I attended. My first, but I'm adequatley motivated not to miss any other!!!

At 9:08AM on 29 June 2010, Rtn Olalekan Kasali wrote: R.I. convention is something i have look forward to in years gone by but very unfortunately i missed this one, but am looking forward to my first ever convention very soon maybe next year in NEW ORLEANS. hopefully

At 9:05AM on 29 June 2010, BADASERAYE JUDE wrote: i enjoyed the convention that have coulded. we are looking up to NEW ORLEANS USA

At 9:04AM on 29 June 2010, Rotr. UNOMIETA,EMMANUEL wrote: Congratulations 4 d event@Montréal.I couldn't make it to Canada,but I hope wit all d 1daful expresions made esp. reading tro e-Club will encourage me make +ve moves towards New Orleans,USA,coming May 2011. When will NIGERIA host one? My RI,I pray God to give u d required wisdom2take our dear BIG FAMILY-ROTARY INT'L to its dream destinations. Best of Luck!

At 9:03AM on 29 June 2010, Mauro Alburez wrote: I think every rotarian in the world should attend at least once at an International Convencion, is a great experience, VIVA ROTARY

At 9:25AM on 28 June 2010, PDG Bharath:R.I.Dist 3160 wrote: Looking forward to attend RI Convention at New Orleans in May 2011.

At 9:26AM on 28 June 2010, nike maiyaki wrote: The convention to me a first timer was awesome with so many Rotarians in one place at a time most esp.the breakout sessions were very educating.

At 12:09PM on 28 June 2010, PDG.K.S.Pillai ,RI Dist 3201 wrote: Montreal Convention was fantastic in every respect. Eminent speakers,excellent fellowship and classy entertainment made it a great experience ! Congrats to the Canadian Rotarians!

At 10:44AM on 28 June 2010, Rachel Wong wrote: The video clip is most inspiring and create awareness of the Polio during the RI convention 10. Keep up the good work RI . Congrats to RI ,wishing you many more success to come! Best REgards Rachel Wong Rotary Sentosa Singapore member

At 9:16AM on 28 June 2010, PDG Kenan Kern wrote: Montreal provided a great venue for the International Convention. President John Kenny has served as one of the favorites among RI Presidents. The 2009-2010 year leaves us with great hopes to END POLIO NOW.

At 4:53PM on 25 June 2010, Eduardo Athayde wrote: We very much welcome president Ray Klinginsmith´s recall to inovation and "Keep Rotary Simple". Accessory eClubs attached to evey Rotary Club, is an innovative tool to keep RI efficiently simple, and to enhace local and global Rotary network. Eduardo Athayde - president of Rotary Baía de Todos os Santos, Bahia, Brazil - D4550

At 4:54PM on 25 June 2010, Marcos Valenca wrote: Dollywood Foundation's Imagination Library is a fantastic project that every Rotary Club should support.

At 4:54PM on 25 June 2010, Eduardo Athayde wrote: We very much welcome president Ray Klinginsmith´s recall to inovation and "Keep Rotary Simple". Accessory eClubs attached to evey Rotary Club, is an innovative tool to keep RI efficiently simple, and to enhace local and global Rotary network. Eduardo Athayde - president of Rotary Baía de Todos os Santos, Bahia, Brazil - D4550

At 2:54PM on 25 June 2010, Eduardo Athayde wrote: We very much welcome president Ray Klinginsmith´s recall to inovation and "Keep Rotary Simple". Accessory eClubs attached to evey Rotary Club, is an innovative tool to keep RI efficiently simple, and to enhace local and global Rotary network. Eduardo Athayde - president of Rotary Baía de Todos os Santos, Bahia, Brazil - D4550

At 10:59AM on 25 June 2010, durval.olivieri gdn 2011/2012 4550 bahia brazil wrote: A very good step as e-Clubs come to fact to have spread such a formidable event in the web for those who for various contingencias have not succeeded in being with you. Best wishes and a good mandate to our future preseidet of RI kalyan. His recalling Ranidranath tagoe and his shor but deep words on being of service shows us that serving is the flame of life. Count on me my fellow Rotarians Durval

At 11:48AM on 25 June 2010, Fred Carriere wrote: Two earthquakes hit the Montreal area on Wednesday June 23rd, 2010. One at 2:00 pm and one at 4:00 pm in the name of Russell Watson. What a voice! Fred Carriere HOC committee member

At 3:05PM on 24 June 2010, Rtn Khaqan wrote: HONORABLE DISTRICT GOVERNOR MR. USMAN MASUD KHAN AND FELLOW ROTARIANS GATHER AT THE CHARTER PRESENTATION CEREMONY OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF RAWALPINDI RAWAL DIST 3270 DATED THE 24th OF JUNE’ 2010 District Governor Usman Masud Khan and fellow Rotarians from Clubs in Rawalpindi and Islamabad gathered at the Charter Ceremony of Rotary Club of Rawalpindi Rawal Dist 3270, at Islamabad Club on the 24th of June’2010. The District Governor Mr.Usman Masud Khan was the honorable chief guest at the ceremony. Fellow Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Islamabad Margalla, Rotary Club of Islamabad Metropolitan, Rotary Club of Islamabad Cosmopolitan, Rotary Club of Rawalpindi, Rotary Club of Rawalpindi Rohtas, Rotary Club of Islamabad Green City and Rotary Club of Islamabad Downtown enlightened the ceremony with their kind presence. “The expectations are very high and I see this club as a challenge for the rest of the clubs, the energy is high but there is still a long way to go”, said the DG Usman Masud Khan, addressing the ceremony. He also mentioned the fact that the team of RCRR had started its social facilitation campaigns even before the club was being chartered. The efforts of Rtn.Saleha Khaqan and Vice President Rtn.Khaqan Waheed Khawaja were greatly appreciated by the DG Usman Masud Khan and the representative of Rotary Club of Islamabad Margalla. A souvenir was presented to the dedicated couple by the DG. .

At 10:40AM on 24 June 2010, Rtn NILESH BAROT wrote: no words can discribe montereal convention ....wonderful ,excellant, mind blowing ....... those who are not there in montereal they are missed life's best opportunity to know what is rotary ....no worry ..book now for NEW ORLANCE 2011 convention in USA ... be a Rotariean ... be a part of convention

At 4:41PM on 23 June 2010, Olderico Caviglia wrote: I was there and it was fantastic ! you can feel the real spirti of Rotary !

At 4:23PM on 23 June 2010, Rtn Fred Haastrup wrote: I congratulate Canada Rotarians for hosting the 101st of Rotary International convention.It is always a fantastic event, once more congratulations

At 4:25PM on 23 June 2010, H. L. Ravi wrote: Looking at the wonderful RI Convention at Montreal through the computer, I envy the participants there. Myself and Ann Suma look forward to attending the next convention at Bagkok during June 2012. H. L. Ravi, Rotary Club of Shimoga East, RI Dist. 3180, India

At 11:00AM on 23 June 2010, william werhowatz wrote: I love Celtic Thunder. You should have had them on a little longer. They are a wonderful group. Thank you

At 11:01AM on 23 June 2010, Catherine Noel wrote: Thanks for all you do to support and put in the public eye this enormously talented and greatly appreciated and loved talent, Celtic Thunder and , also, to include the group's ardent fans in doing so! They, individually and as a group are exceptional persons and musicians!!!!! Merci!

At 2:46PM on 22 June 2010, Stella Russell wrote: I am pleased that we have this opportunity to share the convention through the videos. Thank you for providing this. Stella - E-Club London Centenary

At 12:02PM on 22 June 2010, Simone Gonzalez Caetano wrote: Congratulations for the event, we can not be there but certainly our positive thoughts are directed to you. Our Club Rotary Colatina Rio Doce - District 4410.

At 9:08AM on 22 June 2010, Ruchir Agarwal wrote: Its wonderfull to see this.Tecnology is grear Ruchir Agarwal Rotary club Magalore Sunrise RI dist 3180 INDIA

At 9:09AM on 22 June 2010, Vincent F. Tutino` wrote: It sounds and looks like a great convention - too bad i could not attend

At 9:10AM on 22 June 2010, Ryusetsu Esaki wrote: Very meaningfully organized program in especially breakout sessions concerning Rotary Strategy Planning,Future Vision and Raising Rotary New Ideas and so on.Good convention.

At 9:11AM on 22 June 2010, RUSS DAGGETT wrote: Thanks for the Video Not as good as being there. Having attended 14 Internationals We do miss the Opening.

At 3:40PM on 21 June 2010, Clay Monroe wrote: I am at the International Convention and what a thrill it is to be part of it all. I am proud to be a Rotarian.

At 3:04PM on 21 June 2010, Karin janzon wrote: fantastic to see these headlights from Convention!!!!!

At 2:41PM on 21 June 2010, Eugene Beil wrote: Thank-you for posting this video of the Convention highlights. I was very sorry not to be able to attend; it would have been my 11th. Improvements of technology are fantastic. This is almost like being there (just not quite as much fun).

At 12:26PM on 21 June 2010, Jon Stillman wrote: Unfortunately we had to return home while enroute to the convention due to a health scare with Jane. Got as far as Chicago. Thankful that things have improved. Really miss not being there to visit with Rotary friends.

At 11:49AM on 21 June 2010, Oladipo Funmi wrote: RI convention is always fantastic. but when is Nigeria going to host one.

At 10:18AM on 21 June 2010, Qamar Zamn wrote: We missed the convention due to delay in visa.we are still waiting for our passports.It is the great event of Rotary .Best wishes for the attendees.Wish U goodluck.

At 10:20AM on 21 June 2010, B.P.Tyagi wrote: Exellant Year passed Lot work has been done inMoradabad distt.3100 still lot of work required on polio. but we are committed to END POLIO by the end of coming Year.

At 10:20AM on 21 June 2010, S. K. Dahal wrote: Excellent

At 10:22AM on 21 June 2010, ARVIND GARG, PAST PRESIDENT R C MUZAFFARNAGAR 3100 wrote: TODAY I SAW THE VIDEO GALLARY OF R I CONVENTION 2010. I LIKE VERY MUCH.

At 10:23AM on 21 June 2010, PDG RAJKUMAR RAJGARIA, 3291 wrote: CONGRAT TO R.I. FOR HONORING ROTARIANS OF CANADA FOR 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR BIRTH AT WINIPEG

At 10:23AM on 21 June 2010, Sumant Mathure wrote: This is a great Video, Although I attended & enjoyed 99th Convention, I missed this since I am current president. I wish I was there. My best wishes to all who are attending it, I sure it going to be a very successful & memorable convention of the century.. Rtn Sumant dist 3140.

At 10:24AM on 21 June 2010, okodugha samuel m.o. wrote: the convention is fatastic. more rotarians should be encourage to attend.

At 10:24AM on 21 June 2010, Lizette Odfalk wrote: Congratulations Canada Rotary for your first centenary celebration! I am not able to join you this year but hope that I am at The New Orleans RI convention in 2011 where my great uncle was a member of the oldest club in the early 1900's! Viva Rotary!