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March 2023 District Newsletter
Greetings!

Welcome to The Kiwanian, the newsletter for the Nebraska-Iowa Kiwanis District. Please feel free to share this issue with potential new members or make a copy for those who don't have email. An online link to this newsletter will be made available on the District Website.

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Hello Kiwanians!
It is a time to remember "why" you joined Kiwanis and why we have Kiwanis clubs...
It is because we know we can and do make a difference.
INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION REGISTRATION IS OPEN
Minneapolis, Minnesota - June 21-24, 2023
Cultivate the skills that will help you nurture tomorrow’s leaders. Learn ways to coach members of Service Leadership Programs. Discover service projects that increase your impact. Expand your club’s fundraising methods. Explore all the ways you can prepare young leaders for the future — and the impact they’ll make in the world.  

More reasons to attend: Dedicated educational tracks to help improve the impact you make in the community. World-class speakers to inspire you. Connection opportunities so you can engage with Kiwanians around the globe. Recruitment. Retention. Social media. Impact. Become a better Kiwanis leader to inspire and organize your club, district or community.

More Information and Registration
AMPLIFY YOUR SKILLS
Build your leadership skills and improve your career, your community and yourself. Kiwanis Amplify is a leadership program for those who want to amplify their ability to lead a team. Participants take a deep dive into eight leadership topics. The participation fee is $200 for members of Kiwanis International. The program is open to non-members this year and that fee is $600.  

Don't Delay, Register Today!!!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Congratulations to all the winners of the 2021-2022 Governor's Distinguished and Mid Year Awards!!!

The Mid Year Awards Celebration was held virtually Feb. 16. The livestreamed event was recorded and remains available for viewing on the Nebraska-Iowa Kiwanis District Video You Tube Live Channel.

PDF slides with all the winners can be found on the Awards Page on the District Website -- CLICK HERE.

Certificates and pins/patches will be given to the division lieutenant governors for presentation at the club level. There will be a delay in this, however, due to shipment delays for the pins and patches.

Congratulations also to the clubs whose signature projects are representing the Nebraska-Iowa District in the 2023 International Signature Project Contest. Top 10 international entries will be announced next month, and the winners will be named at International Convention in June.
Tier 1 Signature Project
Florence, Omaha Kiwanis
Cyberbullying Awareness
Tier II Signature Project
Spencer Hy-Noon Kiwanis
Cookie Bucket & SK Grill
VIRTUAL CHATS FOR MARCH AND APRIL
The Nebraska-Iowa District's educational chat series will next focus on secretaries. A virtual chat for secretaries is scheduled for the evening of Monday, March 20. Pre-register to receive the Zoom link for the chat.
Club Leadership Chat for Secretaries
Monday, March 20, 2023
7 p.m. (CT)


The Membership Chat that was scheduled for April 18 has been postponed. The tentative date for this virtual meeting is now April 24. Confirmation and more information will be available in the April Newsletter.


THE GLUE THAT MAKES NEW MEMBERS STICK
What do new members want? 
What do they need? 
How can we help them enjoy a long membership
that is rewarding, fulfilling and meaningful? 

When a new member joins your club, will they STICK? A good percentage won’t. Why? Because our club members don’t know what to do to assimilate them into the membership so they feel like they are “one of us.” 


Learn five sticky insights to help glue your new members to your club. The presenter will be Steve Siemens, past president Kiwanis International.

Growing Kiwanis:
The Glue That Makes New Members STICK
A Virtual Training Opportunity All Club Members Should Attend
Thursday, March 23 ~ 7 p.m. (CT) Zoom
Register to receive Zoom meeting link.
TEAM Relay!

Each member of a relay team has a position and to that position they bring their unique skills and strengths. It is no different with the 2022-2023 Nebraska-Iowa District Leadership TEAM.
MEETINGS FOR REGIONS 5 AND 6
March 15 Filing Deadline For Trustee Candidates

Region 5 Regional Meeting, with election - April 18, 7 p.m.
Zoom Link Provided on Delegate Form

Region 6 Regional Meeting, with election - May 2, 7 p.m.
Zoom Link Provided on Delegate Form

Trustee candidates for the 2023-2026 term in each region are being sought. Read about the qualifications and duties of a trustee in the District Bylaws and the Policies and Procedures.
Candidate applications are being accepted through March 15.
ATTENTION:
Clubs In Regions 5 and 6 Submit Delegates Forms By April 3
During the regional meeting elections, each club is entitled to two votes: the president and the president-elect OR their designates. Delegate certification forms are available on the district website and should be filed with the district office by April 3.
DISTRICT CONVENTION
Mark your calendars for this year's District Convention -- Aug. 4 and 5 in LaVista, Nebraska.
The convention committee is lining up a great two days of activities, education, fellowship and fun. It promises to be above and beyond!

The committee is again seeking sponsors to help with the costs of the program booklet and other printed material. Deadline to be a sponsor this year is Friday, April 14. Click the button below for more information.
CHILDREN'S FUND NEWS
There are so many needs in our world today. We can do so much to help with a donation of any size. All donations make a difference for children.

Connect On Instagram
The Nebraska-Iowa District is now on Instagram! Instagram users can connect with what is going on in the District here: instagram.com/neiakiwanis
DATES TO KNOW
  • March 6-10: Aktion Club Week
  • March 18: District TEAM Retreat
  • March 20: Club Leadership Chat: Secretaries
  • March 23: Membership Growth Training
  • March 20-24 Builders Club Week
  • March 24: Amplify Registration Closes
  • March 24-26: Nebraska-Iowa Key Club Convention
  • April 18: Region 5 - Virtual Regional Meeting
  • April 28-29: Lt. Governor Elect Training Carrol, Iowa
BE SURE TO READ THIS MONTH'S NEWS FROM AROUND THE DISTRICT,
SENT IN A SEPARATE EMAIL, TO LEARN ABOUT GREAT CLUB PROJECTS AND CELEBRATIONS!
WHAT'S YOUR CLUB DOING?
LET US KNOW!!!
SEND YOUR CLUB'S NEWS TO LISA BRICHACEK BY THE 1ST OF EACH MONTH TO BE FEATURED IN THE NEXT KIWANIAN
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