Fellow Rotarians and Friends of Rotary,
March is our time to shine a light on one of Rotary’s key Areas of Focus: Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene. Here in District 7020, we’ve seen the transformational power of HANWASH (Haiti National Clean Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Strategy)—a visionary initiative ensuring every household in Haiti has sustainable access to safe water. But this vital mission doesn’t end in Haiti, as water scarcity still affects millions of people in over 25 countries worldwide. May we come together this month, as People of Action, to replicate the HANWASH model wherever it’s needed, so that water may become a universal source of health, education, and peace.
“Peace begins with a smile.” – Mother Teresa
“Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the ability to handle conflict by peaceful means.” – Ronald Reagan
As we enter February, we find ourselves at a decisive moment. Our region, stretching across ten nations, has weathered countless storms—policy shifts that threaten our most vulnerable and natural disasters that upend communities. In these challenging times, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Yet, as Rotarians, we stand firm in our conviction that even the smallest act of kindness can spark monumental change.
