This week’s post is all about community organisations.
Rotary has been my community organisation, of choice, for the last five years.
In my very first post ( https://lizseverest.com/2018/03/29/ikaria ) I wrote about how important it is to longevity to have a sense of purpose, and that volunteering and being a part of the community can give a reason to get out of bed in the morning.
Well, the way I fulfill this, is through my local Rotary Club.
During my time with the Club, I have helped numerous high schoolers to steady their nerves and be involved in public speaking, assisted in raising funds for various charities, and organised events and get togethers for the local business community. I do this because I value my community. It’s my little way of linking with others, and getting a buzz when I know I’ve done my own bit for making this a more wonderful planet to live on.
Another bonus is that I was able to travel to Japan with some members from my Club, a few years ago. A bunch of us were privelleged enough to hang out with the Rotary Club of Okayama Chuo, who welcomed us as ambassadors from their sister Club. The fellowship was awesome and we made friends with others of like minds from across the ocean.
Recently, a Guest Speaker from Uganda graced my home Club with a talk on her project in Africa. Tanja founded and continues to support her charity, “The Little Blue Shed.” In a few week’s time, my hope is to secure her as a Guest Blogger on Liz’s Everest. It’s my little way of furthering her cause and helping out where possible, in supporting a fellow believer in community and making this world a better place to be.
So, my call to action is simple.
Track down your local community organisations, and attend a meeting or two. Connect with a cause larger than yourself and start mixing with others of like minds. It might help you live longer!
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