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Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Judy Zulfiqar

71 episodes

1 day ago

Send us a text What if a single year abroad could rewire how a teenager sees the world—and how a community sees its purpose? We sit down with a former Rotary exchange student who now leads District 5330’s Youth Exchange, tracing a full-circle journey from northern France to district leadership and showing exactly how language, culture, and service combine to build peace. We break down the essentials for students and families: who can apply (ages 15–19), how the application and interviews wor...

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Send us a text What if a single year abroad could rewire how a teenager sees the world—and how a community sees its purpose? We sit down with a former Rotary exchange student who now leads District 5330’s Youth Exchange, tracing a full-circle journey from northern France to district leadership and showing exactly how language, culture, and service combine to build peace. We break down the essentials for students and families: who can apply (ages 15–19), how the application and interviews wor...

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Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

From Student Abroad To District Leader: How Youth Exchange Builds Peace

Send us a text What if a single year abroad could rewire how a teenager sees the world—and how a community sees its purpose? We sit down with a former Rotary exchange student who now leads District 5330’s Youth Exchange, tracing a full-circle journey from northern France to district leadership and showing exactly how language, culture, and service combine to build peace. We break down the essentials for students and families: who can apply (ages 15–19), how the application and interviews wor...

1 day ago

25 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Shelter And Hope, Delivered

Send us a text What does it take to give a family a safe night’s sleep after an earthquake, flood, or conflict? We sit down with ShelterBox ambassador and Rotarian Carol Pipotone to unpack the playbook behind rapid, credible disaster relief: durable tents, essential tools, trained response teams, and a network of partners that move aid across borders when it matters most. From a Rotary Club idea in Cornwall to a global nonprofit operating in 100 countries, this is a candid look at how shelter...

3 weeks ago

20 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Desert's Hidden Powers

Send us a text What if the barren desert landscape you see is actually hiding a vibrant ecosystem more effective at carbon capture than rainforests? In this eye-opening conversation with Karen Jaffe from Friends of the Desert Mountains, we explore the surprising ecological importance of California's Coachella Valley desert and the critical conservation work happening right beneath our feet. Karen reveals how desert plants create an "underground forest" of roots that excel at capturing carbon...

4 months ago

31 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

The Economics of Service: From Rotaract to Cadre Leadership

Send us a text When persistence meets pizza, amazing things happen. At least that's how Frances Vegas discovered Rotary - after declining three invitations to join a Rotaract club as a busy graduate student, she finally agreed when offered dinner in exchange for helping carry boxes to a meeting. Little did she know this seemingly small decision would spark a lifelong journey of service that would take her from Mexico to California, transforming countless lives along the way. Frances shares h...

4 months ago

26 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Forged by Fire: How Trauma Shapes Purpose

Send us a text Transformation often begins when we feel safe enough to be real. In this powerful conversation with U.S. Marine and motivational speaker Max Dutton, we explore how creating environments where young people can drop their masks leads to profound personal growth and connection. Max takes us behind the scenes of the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) camp, where 450 high school juniors experience a life-changing weekend of vulnerability and authentic connection. "We live in thi...

5 months ago

19 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Breaking Borders: How Rotary's VTT Program Builds Global Families

Send us a text Genuine connection transcends language, borders, and cultural differences. This beautiful truth shines through in our conversation with Carissa and Pedro Camargo, whose story exemplifies how Rotary's Vocational Training Team (VTT) program creates lasting bonds while serving communities globally. When a team from District 5330 traveled to Maringá, Brazil to implement mental health resilience programming, they encountered Pedro – a remarkable 19-year-old Interact member who beca...

5 months ago

18 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Finding Your Rotary Moment

Send us a text A heartfelt conversation with Des reveals how a single moment transformed her entire Rotary journey. After spending three years as a casual member seeking business connections, everything changed when she witnessed a video of disabled people crawling on the ground being lifted into wheelchairs by Rotarians. "I was struck by how horrible their lives were," Des shares, "and then it showed Rotarians bringing wheelchairs to this community... their whole lives were transformed, the ...

6 months ago

19 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Finding Your Voice: How a Mountain Leadership Weekend Changed Everything

Send us a text What happens when a shy high schooler steps outside their comfort zone and discovers a world of leadership, service, and lifelong friendships? Eddie's remarkable journey from reluctant ROTC student to passionate Rotarian exemplifies the transformative power of Rotary's youth programs. Eddie's story begins with hesitation. Already busy with ROTC commitments, he initially questioned whether to attend a weekend leadership camp called Ryla in the mountains. That pivotal decision c...

7 months ago

24 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Empowering Youth Through Words: The Four-Way Test Speech Contest

Send us a text "Take a chance on yourself and go for it!" These powerful words from past winner Jason Davalos capture the transformative spirit of Rotary District 5330's Four-Way Test Speech Contest. This youth-focused program has become a launching pad for confident communicators and ethical leaders across our communities. The contest invites high school students to craft speeches incorporating Rotary's Four-Way Test principles: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build go...

7 months ago

26 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Green Schools, Clean Water: Rotary's Impact in Cozumel

Send us a text A chance vacation encounter transformed into a life-changing initiative for thousands of students in Cozumel, Mexico. When Matt McElroy, President-Elect of Indio Sunrise Rotary, attended a Rotary meeting during his family vacation, he witnessed firsthand the stark reality facing island schoolchildren – no access to clean drinking water. This revelation sparked what would become an extraordinary cross-border Rotary partnership. The Green Schools Project tackles multiple critica...

7 months ago

27 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Mock Interviews: Preparing Students for Real-World Success

Send us a text What happens when high school students face their first real job interview without ever having practiced? For thousands of young people, walking into that first interview means stumbling through an experience they've never been prepared for. That's the problem Mark is solving through his remarkably successful mock interview program. During this eye-opening conversation, Mark shares how a Rotary concept he encountered 35 years ago evolved into a comprehensive program that's cha...

8 months ago

24 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Beyond the Club: The Power of the Rotary Institute

Send us a text The true power of Rotary extends far beyond our local clubs and districts — it's found in the connections we forge with each other across wider regions and the collaborative energy that creates. In this illuminating episode, we're joined by Zone Director Wynne Spiller and Rotary Institute Chair Bob Deering to explore one of Rotary's most valuable yet sometimes overlooked opportunities: the Rotary Institute. For many Rotarians, The Institute remains a mystery. Wynne breaks down...

8 months ago

30 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Breaking Barriers: Mental Health Training in Brazil

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8 months ago

34 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Life-Saving Wheels: How Rotarians Fund Rural Emergency Transport

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8 months ago

23 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Discover How Rotary is Changing the Future, One Youth at a Time

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9 months ago

17 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Empowering Young Leaders: Early Act's Transformative Impact at Crestline Rotary Club

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9 months ago

16 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Transforming Healthcare in the Dominican Republic: Rotary's Mission with Somos Amigos

Send us a text What if you could be part of a mission that truly transforms lives? Join us on Community Heroes of Hope as we welcome the inspiring Douglas McClellan, who is leading a humanitarian expedition to the heart of the Dominican Republic, and Frank, the visionary founder of Somos Amigos. Together, we explore the incredible journey of providing essential healthcare to remote communities. Discover the heartwarming stories of Rotarians and non-Rotarians uniting for a common cause, breaki...

10 months ago

25 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Journey to Leadership: Nyron McLean's Inspiring Rotary Impact and Mentorship

Send us a text Have you ever wondered how a career in humanitarian aid could lead to a prominent leadership role in a global organization? Welcome to an inspiring conversation with Nyron McLean, Rotary District Governor-Elect, whose impactful journey from leading medical teams in post-earthquake Haiti to becoming a pivotal figure in Rotary is nothing short of remarkable. From a speaking engagement at the Rotary Club of Covina to his integration into the Riverside Sunrise Club, Nyron's story i...

10 months ago

23 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Parading Hope: Rotary's Artistic Collaboration at the Iconic Rose Parade

Send us a text Join us on the Rotary Heroes of Hope podcast as we unlock the secrets behind the Rotary Rose Parade Float with none other than Gene Hernandez, the President of the Rotary Rose Parade Float Committee. Prepare to be enchanted by the meticulous artistry and logistics that go into crafting this floral wonder. From selecting top-notch designers and builders to sourcing vibrant blooms from Southern California, Mexico, and South America, Gene unveils the year-long journey behind the s...

1 year ago

21 minutes

Rotary Community Heroes of Hope

Empowering Communities with Clean Water: Rotary's Mission in Africa

Send us a text Discover how a simple mission can transform entire communities as we sit down with Dep Thuani, a relentless missionary worker bringing clean drinking water to South Sudan, Uganda, and Kenya. Join us as Dep recounts his inspiring journey, which began in 2009, and continues with his ambitious goal to purchase a drilling rig by 2025. Through engaging with churches and businesses, Dep is on a path to revolutionize the efficiency of his clean water projects, and we discuss the poten...

1 year ago

22 minutes