Rotary to receive UN Association’s Humanitarian Award

By Vanessa N. Glavinskas
Rotary International News - 19 October 2007
Photo by Rotary Images

The United Nations Association of New York will honor Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation of RI with its 2007 Humanitarian Award on 25 October, in recognition of Rotary’s significant efforts to provide safe water and sanitation and its commitment to sustainable development worldwide.

"In the years since Rotary International has started focusing on water as one of its annual service emphases…We’ve learned just how much can be accomplished with relatively little, how a single small water project, perhaps a pump or a filter, can change the life of a community," says RI President Wilfrid J. Wilkinson. "However, our work has also included participation in many other major water projects."

The award is presented annually in observance of United Nations Day (24 October). This year's award ceremony will focus on the global water crisis. Other honorees include Antony Burgmans, former chair of Unilever, and Cirque du Soleil's One Drop Foundation.

Prof. Jeffrey D. Sachs, director of the Earth Institute at Columbia University and special adviser to the UN secretary-general, will serve as honorary chair of the event.

Last October, the association honored Robert L. Corcoran, president of the General Electric Foundation and Ann M. Veneman, executive director of UNICEF, for their significant work in global education.

The proceeds from the black-tie dinner will benefit organizations and enterprises working to alleviate water-related problems around the world.

Visit www.unanyc.org for more information.

22 Comments:

At 5:47PM on 3 December 2007, Rtn.abdullah al mahmud wrote: Actualy myself as a rotarian i am proud for this recognition its great for human and world

At 10:41AM on 29 October 2007, PDG R Reghunath wrote: This recognition is a great motivation for Rotarians all over the world to focus on relevant projects to meet the needs of a changing world

At 10:41AM on 29 October 2007, Elegbeleye wrote: Its Wonderful, this goes to show the acceptance of rotary activities and appreciated world wide. Congratulatios My Yes Yes Yes President .

At 10:47AM on 29 October 2007, Rtn Shanmugam R, Puducherry,RID 2980 wrote: The recognition keeps me proud of a Rotarian. Congratulations to R I

At 10:47AM on 29 October 2007, PDG Doug Vincent wrote: Hats off to those Rotarians who have worked hard towards reaching the United Nations "right to water" resolution, bringing health, hygiene and life to others in need. Even though Rotarians do not work for the publicity, it is great to receive this recognition from the UN, who we share a common cause with. I am sure RIP Will will receive this with much pride and through this knowledge we will all continue striving to bring clear water to those who suffer. Doug V.

At 10:47AM on 29 October 2007, Rot kennedy wrote: I love rotaract I am proud to be a rotaractor

At 4:05PM on 25 October 2007, S. SHANMUGAVEL wrote: Rotary is doing useful Comunity Service Projects. Providing safe water and sanitation to the world is yet another esential project. Kudos ROTARY. Congrats RI PRESIDENT, Wilf Wilkinson.

At 10:18AM on 25 October 2007, Dr. Gaurish Padukone, RC Bhatkal,RID 3170 wrote: No wonder the world appreciates the initiative taken by Rotary to spread awareness about the need to conserve water as well as the various ways through which Rotarians provide means to safe drinking water. Congratulations Rotarians !!!

At 10:17AM on 25 October 2007, Rtn Shirsendu Sadhu R C Bardhaman Heritage RID 3240 wrote: Every one does not work for Awards but must deserve the recognitation.This proves that "Rotary Shares" for the Globe with its limitation.

At 4:04PM on 24 October 2007, Rtn Moses o. Aryee D9100 wrote: Congrats! to Rotarians whereever they may be.

At 4:18PM on 24 October 2007, Gurunath Khubba, RID 3130,India wrote: Congratulations,Our President receives the UNA award for the first time, Really he is a man of oceanic intelect and inflenching courage. Bravo,Hats off to Rotary.

At 12:29PM on 24 October 2007, Gurunath Khubba wrote: Congratulations,Our President receives the UNA award for the first time, Really he is a man of oceanic intelect and inflenching courage. Bravo,Hats off to Rotary.

At 4:04PM on 23 October 2007, David Tai, RC of Singapore D3310 wrote: Congratulations! Not often Rotary International receives the recognition it deserves.

At 10:18AM on 23 October 2007, UMAPRASAD DATTA wrote: UN and Rotary can consider promoting appropriate education on water management. People in the communtity tend to communicate inadecuate / improper information, which creates more confusion and thereby loses effectiveness.

At 10:17AM on 23 October 2007, Rtn Mohammed Ali Fakhri.PHF wrote: Congratulation to al members of RI & specially to our RI President for achieving this award.Hope that we could keep up the good work in coming future.I am proud to be a Rotarian.

At 4:22PM on 22 October 2007, Patrick Coleman, D9210 Zambia wrote: Water is an essential part of life and providing clean drinking water is the first step in overcoming hunger, education and health problems. We have witnessed this dozens of times in both urban and rural communities in Zambia. This is, indeed, a proud moment for Rotary!

At 11:29AM on 22 October 2007, Marlene Alfred wrote: Feels great to be Rotarian and equally important thanks to ROTI for keeping the message of Rotary alive.

At 11:26AM on 22 October 2007, S.Krishnaswami wrote: It is great honour to R.I. and our President Wilf for his concern for water and sanitation. Hearty congratulations to President Wilf

At 11:24AM on 22 October 2007, NAGARAJU. G, 3190, PDG (91-92) wrote: Many Matching Grant Projects have been tackling safe drinking water problem since many years & TRF of RI is aware of success stories world over.Happy for recognising Rotary's efforts by UN association.

At 11:54AM on 22 October 2007, Jhansi Premanand wrote: Great Recognition for water project which is very essencial to live.for a living thing. I wish we should invent some thought to give clean water even during floods which is an annual disaster in India.I hope Rotary will bring a ray of hope in the victims of floods.

At 11:54AM on 22 October 2007, Rtn. Md. Shahed Hasan wrote: Although ROTARY doesn't work for any recognition or award, this would indeed inspire and encourage the rotarians to share and offer service above-self towards noble causes around the globe.

At 11:52AM on 22 October 2007, George H. Elwood wrote: A wonderful project for RI and the Rotary Foundation

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