Comm-UNITY! | Season 13 | Episode 9 | Michael Ekerin's Chronicles of Service

To many, Rotaract remains shrouded in mystery, but it serves as a beacon for youth striving to create change in their communities. Often seen as a junior iteration of Rotary, Rotaract inspires youth to impact communities with the vision of "service above self." In this episode, we present the story of Rotaractor Michael Ekerin, whose journey through Rotaract leadership in District 9112 has been transformative. Initially indifferent to Rotaract, Michael's path paints a compelling picture of growth and impact within the communities he has served. Ascending through various roles within his club, Michael's appreciation for Rotaract crystallized during his tenure as vice president of the multi-award-winning club with a rich history. Here, he discovered his leadership ability and eventually ran for the presidency. Michael's tenure has been marked by tangible acts of generosity and empowerment, from providing sewing machines to boost economic sustainability to ensuring that underprivileged students receive essential resources like stationery and school furniture. For Michael, this is merely the start of a lifelong dedication to service. When asked what drives him, Michael shared that he draws inspiration from a team of young individuals dedicated to creating transformative projects, propelling him to redouble his commitment. Michael embodies the spirit of youth empowerment and philanthropy in West Africa, exemplifying "service above self." Join us as we explore the boundless potential of Rotaractors in this conversation with Michael Ekerin in the podcast "Youth Givers in West Africa." _ To explore more seasons of the comm-UNITY! Podcast series ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ _ #InspireInclusion #communitypodcast #season13 #YouthGiversWestAfrica #YouthPhilanthropy #WestAfricaGiving #CommunityBuilders #GiversOfTomorrow #PhilanthropyRising #SocialGoodWestAfrica #FutureChangemakers #YouthGiversNetwork