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Climate Action and Projects in the San Fracisco Bay Area

DeAnna Pursai will discuss impactful environmental projects and how ESRAG Big West is expanding a powerful network of supporters and sustainability initiatives

5 February 2026 · Thursday · 15:00 UTC

 

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From Climate Despair to Meaningful Action–Intentional Green Investing with Joseph Riddle

For many people who care deeply about the planet, staying informed has become emotionally exhausting. Record-breaking heat, political reversals, and relentless bad news can make climate action feel futile—or worse, paralyzing. Joseph Riddle understands that feeling well. A former media executive who retired early after financial success, Riddle found himself asking a harder question: What does meaningful action look like in a chaotic world?

In a recent Earth Talks seminar, Riddle shared how he moved from climate despair to purposeful engagement through what he calls intentional green investing—a blend of mindfulness, long-term thinking, and practical support for climate solutions already working today. His message was not about getting rich or predicting winners. It was about reclaiming agency, aligning money with values, and choosing hope without denial.

Key Insights

1. Climate Anxiety Is Real—and Rational

Riddle began by naming what many feel but rarely say aloud: climate anxiety is a reasonable response to current conditions. The science is clear, the impacts are visible, and progress can feel painfully slow. Add in a media environment that rewards outrage and fear, and it’s no surprise people feel stuck.

“We’re living in what I call a rage economy,” Riddle said, describing how headlines are designed to provoke emotional reactions rather than informed engagement. “Our attention is being mined, just like any other resource.”

His first insight is deceptively simple: protect your attention. Staying informed matters, but constant doomscrolling drains the emotional energy needed for action.

“Equanimity isn’t looking away. It’s staying steady enough to act wisely.” Joseph Riddle

2. Equanimity Is Not Passivity

To counter that drain, Riddle turns to equanimity—a concept from Buddhist mindfulness practice. Equanimity does not mean ignoring problems or staying neutral in the face of injustice. It means cultivating emotional steadiness so decisions are made with clarity rather than panic.

“Our goal isn’t to look away,” he explained. “It’s to take care of ourselves so we still have resources—mental, emotional, financial—when it’s time to act.”

For Riddle, simple practices help: limiting exposure to outrage-driven media, writing down worries before bed, and deliberately naming things he is grateful for. These habits create what he calls “islands of stability” in an unstable world.

3. Replace Despair With Better Information

One of Riddle’s most practical recommendations is changing where climate information comes from. Instead of relying solely on mainstream news, he curates a steady diet of climate innovation reporting—newsletters, podcasts, and alerts focused on solutions.

“There is so much smart, hopeful work happening in climate tech,” he said. “You just don’t always see it in the headlines.”

Following climate innovation helps shift perspective. It reminds people that thousands of scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs are actively solving problems—from biodegradable materials to cleaner industrial processes—right now.

Key Takeaways

  • Climate anxiety is rational—but despair doesn’t have to be permanent
  • Protecting attention is the first step toward meaningful action
  • Climate innovation is happening now, beyond negative headlines
  • Green investing can align values, impact, and financial return
  • Long-term “Future Self” thinking helps guide better decisions
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4. Investing as an Act of Agency

Riddle did not set out to become an angel investor. His entry into investing came almost accidentally after a company he helped build was acquired. But once he realized that early-stage capital can shape which ideas survive, investing became a form of civic engagement.

Intentional green investing, as he describes it, means backing companies that both reduce environmental harm and have a realistic path to financial sustainability. Among the climate-focused startups he has supported:

  • A company turning harmful seaweed blooms into fertilizer, vegan leather, and non-petroleum industrial materials
  • A carbon capture firm using low-pressure methods to store CO₂ safely in unmineable coal seams
  • A satellite-based monitoring company helping industrial polluters prevent environmental damage before it happens

“These aren’t charity projects,” Riddle emphasized. “They’re real businesses solving real problems.”

5. You Don’t Have to Be an Expert—or Extremely Wealthy

A common barrier to green investing is the belief that only financial experts or ultra-wealthy individuals can participate. Riddle pushed back on that idea.

He encourages people to trust informed intuition, especially when paired with community. By joining angel investing groups or climate-focused investment networks, individuals can pool resources, share expertise, and reduce risk.

“Collective action is more powerful than individual action,” he said. “You bring what you know. Others bring what they know. Together, you make better decisions.”

Many angel groups allow participation at levels far lower than people expect. The key rule, Riddle noted, is simple: never invest money you can’t afford to lose.

“Our attention is a resource. Where we place it shapes what’s possible.” Joseph Riddle

6. Make Friends With Your Future Self

One of the most resonant ideas in Riddle’s talk was his concept of Future Self thinking. Developed during a difficult period in his own life, the practice involves treating your future self as a real person whose needs matter today.

“When I invest, I ask: will my future self be grateful for this?” Riddle said. “Will the world I’m helping create be livable for the person I’m becoming?”

This long-term mindset cuts through short-term noise. It reframes investing—not as speculation, but as stewardship.

“Invest for the world your future self will have to live in.” Joseph Riddle

Practical Takeaways & Implications

Intentional green investing is not a silver bullet. It won’t replace strong policy, community action, or personal behavior change. But it can be a powerful complement—especially for people feeling emotionally burned out by climate news.

The deeper implication of Riddle’s message is about agency. When governments stall and headlines overwhelm, individuals still have choices: where to place attention, where to place capital, and whom to support.

For some, that may mean investing directly in climate startups. For others, it could mean shifting retirement funds, supporting local green businesses, or simply learning more about climate solutions underway. All of these actions reinforce the same truth: despair is not the same as realism.

“We can’t control everything,” Riddle said. “But we can choose what we support. And that matters more than we think.”

About This Earth Talk

About This Earth Talk

Speaker: Joseph Riddle
Joseph Riddle is an angel investor and writer who blends finance with spiritual well-being. A retired multimillionaire by age 45, he now focuses on funding climate tech solutions while teaching equanimity and long-term thinking as tools against climate anxiety.

Date Presented: 29 January 2026

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Speaker Resources:

Joseph’s Substack: https://rebalancetheworld.substack.com/

Media sources: Canary Media, Inside Climate News, Carbon Brief

Podcasts: The Energy Gang, The Energy Transition Show, Catalyst with Shayle Kann

Books:

  • Gut Feelings, by Gerd Gigerenzer

  • Angel Investing, by David Rose

  • Venture Deals, by Brad Feld

  • The Uninhabitable Earth, by David Wallace-Wells

  • This Changes Everything, by Naomi Klein

  • Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet, by Thich Nhat Han

  • Mindfulness and Sustainability, by Maria Jaoudi

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Impact of Rotaract in Protecting the Baltic Sea with Esi Otto

Around the world, young people are searching for ways to turn concern about social and environmental issues into real action. For many, climate change, public health gaps, and inequality can feel overwhelming—especially without access to power or resources. But through Rotaract, the global youth membership arm of Rotary International, thousands of young leaders are showing that meaningful change does not require waiting for permission.

In a recent Earth Talks presentation, Esi Otoo, a Rotaract leader with more than a decade of experience across Africa and Europe, shared how service, leadership, and friendship have shaped her journey—and how a new multinational Rotaract Club focused on the Baltic Sea is redefining environmental collaboration. Her message was clear and hopeful: when young people are trusted, connected, and supported, they deliver impact that lasts.

Key Insights

Rotaract: Not a Youth Program—A Membership Model

One of the most important clarifications Otoo offered is that Rotaract is no longer simply a “youth wing” of Rotary. Today, Rotaractors are full members of Rotary International, equal in responsibility and opportunity to Rotarians.

The key distinction is age. Rotaract generally attracts people aged 18–35, bringing younger perspectives into community problem-solving. “We meet, brainstorm, and design projects together with Rotary clubs and local partners,” Otoo explained. “We look at real challenges in communities and ask how we can meet those needs together.”

This shift has opened doors for young professionals, students, and activists who want hands-on leadership experience while making a tangible difference.

Small Actions Can Change Entire Lives

Otoo traced her Rotaract journey back to West Africa, where her first service project challenged her assumptions about who gets to make change. In Benin, Rotaractors partnered with doctors to deliver healthcare screenings in under-served communities—providing blood pressure checks, cervical cancer screenings, and basic care where access was otherwise limited.

“Sometimes just showing up is enough to change someone’s life.” Esi Otto

“I grew up thinking change was something only politicians or wealthy people could make,” she said. “Rotaract taught me that just showing up can change someone’s life.”

That lesson repeated itself across projects in Ghana: renovating playgrounds at special-needs schools, donating books to boost literacy, organizing blood drives, and running breast and cervical cancer screening programs. In many cases, early detection literally saved lives.

One of the most powerful moments came during a shoe-donation project. In some communities, children miss school simply because they lack footwear for long walks. “Something as simple as a pair of shoes can change the trajectory of a child’s life,” Otoo noted.

Key Takeaways

  • Rotaract members are full Rotary members, leading real projects with real impact
  • Successful service starts with listening to community needs.
  • Small actions–like shoes or screenings–can change lives.
  • Environmental leadership works best across borders.
  • Strong clubs grow from relationships, not just structure.
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Designing Service That Actually Works

From dozens of projects across continents, Otoo identified clear principles behind successful service work.

First, projects must address real needs, not assumptions. That requires listening to communities and measuring impact honestly. Second, projects should serve both beneficiaries and club members. “If members feel connected to the project, they give their best,” she said.

Sustainability also matters. Projects should be repeatable and maintainable, not one-off efforts that disappear after photos are taken. And finally, every initiative should create opportunities for teamwork, leadership, and learning.

“Big ideas are good,” Otoo said, “but projects also have to be doable without exhausting the club’s capacity.”

A New Kind of Environmental Club: Rotaract Baltic Sea

The centerpiece of Otoo’s talk was the Rotaract Club of Baltic Sea, an innovative e-club bringing together young people from across Northern Europe—Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Poland, Latvia, and beyond.

Unlike traditional clubs tied to a single city, this club is united by a shared ecosystem: the Baltic Sea. Members collaborate digitally across borders to raise awareness, share knowledge, and support environmental action focused on one of the world’s most vulnerable marine regions.

“Rotaract taught me that small actions can transform entire communities.” Esi Otoo

The club works closely with the Baltic Sea Action Network (BASRAN), which hosts webinars, leadership programs, and educational initiatives on issues like eutrophication, plastic pollution, and industrial fishing. Together, they are building a generation of environmental leaders who understand both science and civic action.

Importantly, membership is open. While the focus is regional, anyone committed to protecting the environment and the Baltic Sea is welcome. “In Rotary, there are no borders,” Otoo emphasized.

Leadership Grows Through Belonging

Beyond projects, Otoo stressed that strong clubs are built on relationships. Structures and titles matter—but people matter more.

Her advice: create informal spaces for connection. Social gatherings, shared meals, cross-border visits, and simple check-ins help members feel valued. “Yes, Rotaractors like to have fun,” she said with a smile, “and that’s part of why our clubs stay strong.”

When recruiting new members, she encouraged clubs to invite people to projects first, not just meetings. Seeing impact in action is often more compelling than listening to a presentation.

Finally, inclusion is key. Giving new members small roles, asking for their ideas, and celebrating even modest wins through social media and storytelling all help sustain energy and commitment.

Practical Takeaways & Implications 

Esi Otoo’s message offers practical guidance for Rotary, Rotaract, and any organization working with young leaders.

First, trust young people with real responsibility. When given ownership, they bring creativity, energy, and long-term commitment. Second, design projects with—not for—communities. Listening builds relevance and results

“In Rotary, there are no borders—only shared responsibility.” Esi Otoo

Third, rethink geography. The Rotaract Club of Baltic Sea shows how digital tools can unite people across borders around shared environmental challenges. This model is especially powerful for ecosystems that don’t follow political boundaries.

Fourth, remember that relationships sustain impact. Informal connections, shared experiences, and recognition keep volunteers engaged long after a single project ends.

Finally, focus on hope. From healthcare access in West Africa to environmental leadership in Europe, Otoo’s journey demonstrates that small, well-designed actions can ripple outward—building healthier communities and a more connected world.

About This Earth Talk

Speaker: Esi Otoo

Esi Otoo is a decade-long Rotaract leader, Charter President of the Rotaract Club of Mameland International (Sweden), and Assistant Rotary Membership Coordinator for Zone 17. She has supported projects across Africa and Europe and helped establish the Rotaract Club of Baltic Sea.

Date Presented: January 22, 2026

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Habitat for Humanity National Solar Program

Jeff Heie will spotlight an ambitious national campaign bringing solar power to 10,000 Habitat for Humanity homes in five years—sharing its journey from a local Virginia pilot to a nationwide movement, plus updates and a bold vision to make solar standard in affordable housing.

12 February 2026 · Thursday · 15:00 UTC

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2026 Jan 15 Sustainable Waste Mng _ Mwanamwenda B. Mulwabo

Sustainable Waste Management in Africa

Presented at Earth Talks on 15 January 2026

by Brizzy Mulwanbo

 

Across much of Africa, waste management is an everyday challenge—especially in fast-growing cities where landfills overflow and recycling systems are limited. During the rainy season, unmanaged waste can clog drains and fuel outbreaks of waterborne disease. But at Kabulonga Boys Secondary School, a large public school in Zambia’s capital, a different story is taking shape.

In January 2026, Rotary and Rotaract members from around the world logged in to an Earth Talks session hosted by the Rotary Earth Network Club. They heard how one school—home to more than 4,000 students and staff—has become a living laboratory for the circular economy. The initiative is led by Brizzy Mulwabo, a young engineer and president of the Rotaract Club of Lusaka. His message was simple but ambitious: if students learn to treat waste as a resource, they can transform both their school and their community.

“Waste isn’t the end of the story—it’s the beginning of opportunity.” — Brizzy Mulwabo

Key Insights

A School-Scale Waste Problem—with City-Scale Impacts

Kabulonga Boys Secondary School generates an estimated 730 tons of unmanaged waste each year. According to Mulwabo, that waste contributes to roughly 876 tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually—comparable to cutting down about 50,000 trees.

“This isn’t just a school problem,” he explained. “It’s a Lusaka problem. It’s a Zambia problem.” During the rainy season, poor sanitation can intensify risks of cholera and other waterborne illnesses. By tackling waste where students live and learn, the project aims to interrupt that cycle early.

Designing a Zero-Waste Vision

The goal is bold: reduce the school’s landfill waste by 40 percent within one year. The strategy centers on a purpose-built waste sorting facility on campus—already about 95 percent complete—paired with color-coded bins placed throughout the school grounds.

Each color represents a material stream: plastics, paper, metal, cardboard, and more. Waste is sorted at the source, making it easier for recyclers to collect usable materials. “We want sorting to become second nature,” Mulwabo said. “When recyclers arrive, everything is already separated.”

Key Takeaways

  • A Zambian school is cutting landfill waste by redesigning how students handle trash.
  • Color-coded bins and on-site sorting make recycling practical and scalable.
  • Education and habit change are as important as infrastructure.
  • Recycling revenue can directly support underfunded public schools.
  • The model is designed for replication across Zambia and beyond.

Education First, Infrastructure Second

Bins alone don’t change behavior. Education does. Training sessions—supported by the Lusaka City Council—will teach students, staff, and grounds workers how and why to sort waste. The lessons extend beyond campus, encouraging students to carry new habits home.

Mulwabo emphasized the ripple effect: “If 1,500 students go home and start sorting waste, even one extra bin at home can change a household.” Over time, that cultural shift may prove as important as the infrastructure itself.

“If we teach students to sort waste today, they change households tomorrow.” — Brizzy Mulwabo

From Recycling to Revenue

The circular economy isn’t just about reducing harm—it can also generate value. In a pilot “dry run,” the school collected 100 kilograms of plastic bottles and 230 kilograms of old plastic tanks in just one week. Recyclers paid about ZMW1,300 for the materials, which the school immediately used to repair desks and chairs.

“It showed us this can work,” Mulwabo said. “Waste can support education directly.” For a government-funded school facing budget delays and red tape, that alternative revenue stream matters.

Youth-Led Innovation and Inclusion

Students won’t just sort waste; they’ll reimagine it. Kabulonga’s art club is exploring upcycling projects—turning plastic into jewelry, crafts, and exhibition pieces. Composting training will help students convert organic waste into fertilizer for the school’s maize fields, reducing the need for purchased inputs.

The school also serves students with disabilities, and Mulwabo highlighted how steady project income could improve support services. “This goes beyond the environment,” he said. “It’s about dignity, inclusion, and opportunity.”

“This project must outlive all of us to truly matter.” — Brizzy Mulwabo

Practical Takeaways & Implications

Kabulonga Boys Secondary School’s experiment offers lessons far beyond Zambia. First, scale matters: schools are ideal entry points for circular economy projects because they combine education, community, and daily waste generation in one place. Second, pairing infrastructure with behavior change is essential. Color-coded bins only work when people understand—and believe in—the system.

Third, early wins build momentum. The pilot recycling effort proved financial viability, strengthening trust with school leadership and attracting interest from recyclers and international Rotary partners. Fourth, youth leadership multiplies impact. By empowering students through environmental clubs and potential Interact programs, the project is designed to outlive its founders.

Finally, replication is the real measure of success. If Kabulonga Boys’ achieves its 40 percent waste reduction target, the model can be adapted for other schools—especially smaller, under-resourced ones. As Mulwabo put it, “If we get it right here, we can copy it everywhere.” In a world grappling with waste, that kind of practical optimism is powerful.

About This Earth Talk

Speaker: Brizzy Mulwabo is a Zambian engineer, entrepreneur, and sustainability advocate. As 2025–26 President of the Rotaract Club of Lusaka, he leads youth-driven circular economy initiatives.
Date Presented: January 15, 2025

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2026 Jan 8 Conservation Awareness through Nest Boxes JN Prasad

Conservation Awareness through Nest Boxes

Urban birds are losing nesting spaces as cities grow. Naturalist J. N. Prasad shows how simple, local nest boxes, fewer pesticides, and community action can help sparrows and songbirds survive—and return—to our neighborhoods.

Prasad is a veteran naturalist and birdwatcher with over 40 years of experience, Prasad has authored 50+ scientific papers, co-founded the Merlin Nature Club, and leads the Hakkigoodu nest-box initiative in India.

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Key Insights

Not All Birds Build Their Own Homes

One of Prasad’s central lessons is that birds have very different nesting strategies. Some species, like woodpeckers and barbets, are “primary cavity nesters.” Each breeding season, they carve fresh holes into dead branches, creating safe spaces to raise their young. 

But many other birds—called secondary cavity nesters—can’t make these holes themselves. They rely on abandoned cavities left behind by others. “Once those old trees and dead branches are removed for safety or aesthetics,” Prasad explained, “an entire chain of birds loses its homes.”

Urban landscaping, with its emphasis on neatness and risk reduction, often removes exactly the features birds need most.

Urbanization Has Changed the Rules

Prasad showed images of Bengaluru’s dramatic transformation from a garden city into a dense technology hub. Between 1975 and 2020, green spaces gave way to roads, buildings, and metro lines. With that shift came higher temperatures, fewer insects, and fewer nesting options.

“We now joke that we have only three seasons,” he said. “Hot, hotter, and hottest.”

This matters because young birds depend heavily on insects—especially soft-bodied caterpillars—for protein. Pesticide use and loss of native vegetation have sharply reduced insect populations, making it harder for birds to successfully raise chicks even when nesting sites are available.

“Birds don’t need luxury homes. They need the right space, in the right place, at the right time.” — J. N. Prasad

Key Takeaways

  • Many urban birds depend on tree cavities lost to modern landscaping
  • Nest boxes work best when designed for local species
  • Sparrows decline due to habitat loss, insects, and nesting space
  • Simple recycled materials can create effective bird homes
  • Community-wide action matters more than isolated efforts
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  1. Artificial Nest Boxes Can Help—If Done Right

One of the most practical parts of Prasad’s talk focused on nest boxes. When designed thoughtfully and placed correctly, artificial nest boxes can substitute for lost tree cavities in urban areas.

But he cautioned against blindly copying designs from other countries. “Many nest boxes sold online are made for birds in Europe or North America,” he said. “Our local birds don’t always accept them.”

Instead, Prasad promotes low-cost, locally adapted designs—often made from scrap wood, old clay pots, or even discarded shoeboxes. Orientation matters: boxes should be protected from direct sun and heavy rain, and entrance holes must be positioned to prevent chicks from falling out.

“Making a nest box is not hard,” he emphasized. “What matters is understanding who it’s for.”

“We removed dead trees for safety, but we also removed homes for dozens of species.” — J. N. Prasad

The Sparrow’s Decline Is a Warning Sign

Few birds symbolize urban nature better than the house sparrow. Once common in homes, markets, and bus stations, sparrows have vanished from many neighborhoods.

The reasons are interconnected: smooth modern buildings with no crevices, fewer insects due to pesticides, and lack of small shrubs for shelter. “People put up nest boxes and wonder why sparrows don’t come,” Prasad said. “If there are no sparrows nearby, they won’t magically appear.”

His solution is patience and scale. Supporting sparrows may require a chain of nesting sites across neighborhoods, combined with water sources, small plants, and reduced chemical use. “It can be a five-year effort,” he noted, “but it is possible to bring them back.”

Conservation Works Best When It’s Community-Led

Perhaps the most inspiring insight from Prasad’s work is how deeply it involves people—especially children. Through the Hakkigoodu (“bird home”) network, volunteers build, install, and monitor nest boxes while teaching others how to do the same.

Schools play a central role. Children learn by building simple boxes from reused materials and watching birds return. “When kids see a bird raise chicks in something they made,” Prasad said, “they never forget it.”

This approach doesn’t just help birds. It builds ecological literacy and a sense of shared responsibility for urban nature

“You can’t save sparrows alone. You need a neighborhood working together.” — J. N. Prasad — J. N. Prasad

Practical Takeaways & Implications

Prasad’s message is refreshingly practical: you don’t need to live next to a forest to help birds. You need awareness, restraint, and collaboration.

Start by observing what birds already live in your area. Different species have different needs, so one-size-fits-all solutions rarely work. Provide water—both for drinking and bathing—especially in hot climates. Grow native plants, even in small pots, to attract insects and offer shelter.

Avoid feeding birds processed human food. In tropical regions, natural food sources are usually sufficient if habitats are healthy. Instead, focus on restoring those habitats in small, local ways.

Most importantly, think beyond individual actions. Birds move across neighborhoods, not just backyards. Successful conservation in cities depends on networks—of nest boxes, of green patches, and of people willing to learn and share.

As Prasad reminded the audience, birds have survived since the age of dinosaurs. What they need now is space to adapt once again, with a little help from us.

About This Earth Talk

Speaker: J. N. Prasad
A veteran naturalist and birdwatcher with over 40 years of experience, Prasad has authored 50+ scientific papers, co-founded the Merlin Nature Club, and leads the Hakkigoodu nest-box initiative in India.

Date Presented: 8 January 2026

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2026 Jan 8 Conservation Awareness through Nest Boxes JN Prasad

Conservation Awareness through Nest Boxes with J N Prasad, 8 January 2026

Urban birds are losing nesting spaces as cities grow. Naturalist J. N. Prasad shows how simple, local nest boxes, fewer pesticides, and community action can help sparrows and songbirds survive—and return—to our neighborhoods.

Prasad is a veteran naturalist and birdwatcher with over 40 years of experience, Prasad has authored 50+ scientific papers, co-founded the Merlin Nature Club, and leads the Hakkigoodu nest-box initiative in India.

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2026 Jan 22 Rotaract Protecting the Baltic Sea _ Esi Otoo

Rotaract Protecting the Baltic Sea with Esi Otoo

Spotlighting impactful project and revealing practical, experience-tested tips for building and sustaining vibrant clubs—including insights from founding two successful Rotaract clubs.

22 January 2026 · Thursday · 15:00 UTC

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