I was so taken by David’s acceptance speech post his induction so I asked him if I could publish it in the bulletin and he agreed. Please find his speech below.
President – George de Souza
Dear Fellow Rotarians,
I am deeply honoured to stand before you today as a newly inducted member of the Rotary Club of Camberwell. I am truly grateful to join this great group working hard to make a wonderful world.
As an educator, my passion has been to inspire young people and encourage them to unlock their full potential, helping them shape the future. In joining Rotary, I find a natural alignment with the values and mission of this organisation. The slogan, "Create Hope in the World," truly speaks to me, as it echoes my commitment to empowering others to envision and build a better tomorrow.
I want to share a bit about my background. My wife, Tinna Shen, is the most important person in my life. We have three lovely children. Tommy is in year 11. Emily and Ethan are both in year 7. They are my source of strength and motivation. We migrated from China to Australia, seeking a brighter future filled with opportunities and growth.
Talent is equally distributed, but opportunity is not. This drives me to work toward creating a community where everyone, regardless of their background or circumstances, has an equal chance to succeed. As a community member, I am eager to participate in local activities and contribute my energy and efforts.
Rotary Club provides a unique opportunity to get people together, to share our skills and talents, and create lasting change. It is a privilege to join this community, where every member is driven by a spirit of service and a shared purpose.
Thank you for welcoming me into this wonderful Rotary family. I am excited about the journey ahead and the work we do together.
Thank you.
David Chu