What can a few determined people — and a worldwide network of Rotarians — actually accomplish?
On Wednesday, October 21, we're incredibly excited to welcome Lisa Mure, MEd, co-founder of Common Man for Ukraine, to speak with the Charlotte-Shelburne-Hinesburg Rotary Club.
Common Man for Ukraine began in 2022 when four volunteers in Plymouth, New Hampshire, saw the devastating impact of the war on Ukraine's children and decided they couldn't simply stand by. Inspired by Rotary's commitment to Service Above Self, they reached out to fellow Rotarians in Poland and Ukraine and began building a way to help.
What started locally has become an extraordinary humanitarian effort. Common Man for Ukraine and its partners have delivered more than 4.5 million pounds of food and supplies, hundreds of generators and more than 10,000 sleeping bags, while also providing ongoing mental-health support to children and families living with the trauma of war.
Lisa brings more than two decades of experience in public health and mental health to this work and will share the story of Common Man for Ukraine, the children and families they've met, and what can happen when ordinary people decide to take action.
This is one you won't want to miss.
Guests are always welcome — come join us and hear an incredible example of Rotary in action.