JCIW Newsletter Q1

Message from the president

As I stand amazed by the fact that the first quarter has passed by so fast, I can only look forward with excitement what the next quarters will bring.

How fast time is passing by brings me to the realization that we need to seize every opportunity and keep looking for the positive sides of every challenge.

The first quarter has brought its fair share of ups and downs and it has become evident that giving up is not a possibility as a Local President.

I therefore stay focused and ready to embrace the upcoming lessons to be learned while enjoying the ride and being grateful for all that this amazing organization is offering during this one year to lead.

JCI Willemstad had a productive first quarter, so keep on following us to see what we have coming up.

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New Board

Ladies and gentlemen, meet the new board of JCI Willemstad for the year 2019.

The new board for the year 2019 consists of President Sheryl Renfrum-Sordam, Secretary Shakira Albertoe, Treasurer Anchuelic Tomasa, Vice-President Jeanine Mattheeuw and Immediate Past President (IPP) Vanessa Overman.

With the slogan of this year "Be innovative while creating positive change", these ladies are ready to work and bring positive change to the community

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First Baby 2019

And with working they really meant working hard even if it is on New Year's Day!

For more than 30 years JCI Willemstad has the privilege of placing the first-born baby of the new year in Curaçao in the spotlights. This is done together with sponsors such as Freeport Jewelers, Ennia, Manrique Capriles, Highlights, Superkidz, Salas Sportshop and Pietersz Distribution.

On January 1, 2019, a beautiful baby boy by the name of Mar-Arjit Kwidama was born at 12.06 in Sint Elisabeth Hospital. He weighs 3.800 grams and is 50 cm long.

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New Members

At our annual meet the board, two dynamic and young active citizens were installed as a member of our organization by 2019 JCI Willemstad President Sheryl on January 3.

We welcome our newest members Sharivienne Elisabeth and Johilvienne Elisabeth to this organization.

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January Turnover Meeting

On January 12 and 13, JCI Dutch Caribbean had its first National Event for 2019, the January Turnover Meeting (JTOM) 2019. The meeting took place at Landhuis Habaai and then at Lagun. There were productive meetings, opening ceremony, tour and closing ceremony.

Furthermore, we from JCI Willemstad are very happy to announce that our president Sheryl Renfrum-Sordam was voted upon as a candidate for the 2019 American Leadership Academy (ALA). Congrats Madam President!

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Curadoet 2019

Dun'un man, gan'un kurason!

Besides working on projects, JCI Willemstad also likes to do volunteering and eventually giving back to the community.

This is why on March 16, JCI Willemstad together with JCI UC volunteered at Huize Tabitha situated at Grote Berg. It was a spa day for the elders and eventually we put a smile on their faces. It was a fun, fruitful and successful day.

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Visit VP

On March 27, our 2019 JCI VP, Alejandra Castillo Saavedra, visited Curaçao and JCI Willemstad hosted her in the morning. We welcomed her at the airport together with the JCI Dutch Caribbean National President, Dupal Persaud.

After her arrival, we quickly went to CBA for an interview regarding JCI Willemstad, JCI International and the projects that we are currently working on.

After a successful interview we went to Chamber of Commerce where we discussed possible future partnership that we may have.

Just to have a taste of how Curaçao looks like, our member Ricky Renfrum gave a small tour in the city.

Finally, after a long day, we went to have a delicious lunch at Komedor Krioyo.

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Training given by JCI VP

During her visit, the four local chapters (JCI CLIC, JCI IOBA, JCI UC and JCI Willemstad) organized a skill development course for our members and guests.

This training took place on March 30, and she gave a training with the topic: “Soy Libre! - Emprendimiento (Conferencia sobre Como iniciar tu propio negocio)”. It was regarding tips on how to start your own company. It was a learnful experience and we want to thank her for this opportunity.

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General Membership Meetings (GMM)

During our general membership meetings we discuss business and ongoing projects.

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First GMM

On January 17, we had our first General Membership Meeting of 2019.

At the end of this meeting, Mrs. Hayley Reinita-Canword had given us a motivational speech to start our year with an extra boost.

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First GMM

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Second GMM

On February 21, JCI Willemstad had its second General Membership Meeting of 2019. It was a meeting but we also celebrated our 58th anniversary of JCI Willemstad.

During this night, we had a JCI Willemstad Knowledge Quiz night where The Eagles have won. Then we had the famous JCI Willemstad cocktail and cake. At the end of this night, National Vice President Giovanni Eugenia had given us a presentation regarding "Leadership from an unconventional approach" through the art of Salsa dancing.

Finally, the party continued at 'truk 'i pan' Midnight Delight.

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Second GMM

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Third GMM

On March 21, JCI Willemstad had its third general membership meeting of this year where we discussed current and future projects that we are planning for this year.

After our meeting, our guest speaker Dennis Arrindell, gave a presentation regarding "Building our future economy".

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Third GMM

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Special Announcements

Last but not least, we want to remember the birthdays of members and we want to thank our fellow chapters and our National Board.

But also this year the board decided to choose a member of the quarter, to recognize the hard work of this person and that we value them as a member.

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Birthdays

January 6: Jeanine Mattheeuw

January 16: Desiree Francisco

January 26: Charyllu Ignecia

February 10: Ricky Renfrum

February 21: JCI Willemstad

March 1: Sulmahine Kwidama

March 22: Christine Keller

March 23: Vanessa Overman

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A special thank you

A special thank you goes to our fellow chapters and our National Board who took their time to congratulate us on our 58th anniversary (February 21, 2019).

We appreciate and value it very much.

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Member of the quarter

For the year 2019, the board will highlight each quarter one member who showed outstanding commitment to the chapter. For the first quarter this member is Sulmahine Kwidama.

She brought one organization to our attention who is currently the biggest sponsor for our project Adopt a School. She also wrote a great article about the Economy for our Facebook page and came up with the topic of the third GMM.

Congratulations Sulmahine Kwidama.

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