PEOPLE | interview August 2022 www.womanthismonth.com 70 The international service organisation Rotaract, which initially started off as the Rotary International youth programme, is known worldwide for its charity initiatives. Rotaract Bahrain, one of several Rotaract clubs across the world, has been a champion of change in the Kingdom and beyond borders too. Farah Baig had a chat with Rotaract Bahrain’s new president, Razan Jamal, about her ambitious plans and what makes the club so special. Rotaract clubs are known for cultivating leaders, promoting professionalism and improving communities worldwide. The Bahrain chapter of the communitydriven organisation too has earned a glowing reputation for itself through its foresighted charity initiatives which include international campaigns that serve as a catalyst for positive change. MEET THE NEW PRESIDENT Rotaract Bahrain’s new president, Razan Jamal, has always had a knack for charitable giving and hopes to inspire sustainable changes during her time at the helm of the youth organisation. “By profession, I am an interior designer, but I have always had a passion for a variety of things. I want to be a leader and strongly believe that you lead not by what you actually have, but rather by what you give,” says Ms. Jamal. “This is what motivates me. As long as I am giving to others, with no expectation of receiving anything in return, I have a noble character and will make an impact as part of society,” she adds. By garnering her know-how and supportive contacts, Razan hopes to encourage a better future for the youth during her tenure. “Over the last two years, with the outbreak of COVID-19, everything moved towards a virtual world as we all sat at home and did our best to adapt. Hence, this year my motto for Rotaract is ‘Calling for Change’ – a change in ideas, change in mindset and a change to be more successful,” she highlights. CALLING FOR CHANGE
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