Press Release
November 30, 2010
JCI Zimbabwe has produced a 2011 Board member of Junior Chamber International (JCI), the leading global network of young active citizens. Victor Marawu was elected JCI Vice President for Africa and Middle East at the just ended 65th JCI World Congress in Osaka, Japan.
The 2008 JCI Zimbabwe National President, Victor is currently the Development Councilor for Africa and Middle East responsible for East Africa. As JCI Vice President he has been assigned to Lesotho, Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Lebanon.
During 2011, Victor will work with his countries of assignment in motivating members, marketing the organization and strengthening relationships with JCI partners, mainly governments, media, the business community and UN agencies operating in these countries. He will assist these JCI National Organizations in advancing the JCI mission, which is to provide development opportunities that empower young men and women between 18 and 40 years to create positive impact in their environments, for the benefit of humanity. As he travels to his assigned countries, Victor will also carry a mandate to promote the 2011 JCI theme of ‘Human Security’, which is the protection of the vital core of human lives in a way that enhances human freedom and fulfillment. He will supervise national organizations in carrying out the JCI flagship programs as well as in fostering membership growth.
Commenting on the achievement, the Acting Vice Chancellor of Harare Institute of Technology (HIT) and JCI Senator Mr. Quinton Kanhukamwe said such a high profile achievement is bound to reap positive perception results on Zimbabwe as a nation. He commended the high caliber of leaders developed by JCI and recommended the organization to every young person serious about building a firm foundation for positive performance in life. Senator Kanhukamwe is himself a product of JCI.
Upon learning of the election of Victor as JCI Vice President for Africa and Middle East, and that of Samuel Moyo, the current JCI Zimbabwe National President, as the 2011 Development Councilor for Africa and Middle East assigned to the Southern Africa region, President of the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) Mr. Trust Chikohora said he felt proud of JCI Zimbabwe because of its outstanding performance which has brought this recognition. He committed himself to developing the ZNCC/JCI partnership in every way possible with the expectation that the two organizations should continue to influence positive action for the speedy recovery of our economy.
Victor was awarded the most outstanding member for JCI Khumalo in 2003 and the most outstanding National Officer in 2004. He attended two JCI Africa and Middle East Conferences and two JCI World Congresses. He is a graduate of JCI Prime (2003), JCI Achieve (2006) and the 20th JCI Academy (2007). Victor is a member of the JCI Foundation.
Asked how he felt to be elected to the leadership of this leading progressive organization at a global level, Victor had this to say, “My election to the JCI Board of Directors as one of the 17 Vice Presidents has been a humbling experience and I feel truly honored for this opportunity to serve this wonderful organization at an international level. I also feel challenged to do more for humanity through JCI. I look forward to a very busy and fruitful year full of learning and inspiration. My countries of assignment are varied and equally have different challenges, and I look forward to cultural exchanges and experiences sharing that create positive impact as I travel across. I have no doubt in my mind that at the end of 2011, as active citizens we will have reason to celebrate because of the achievements we will have recorded as a team. I will also be raising the Zimbabwe flag high wherever I go”.
Asked about any message to young people Victor said, “I encourage all forward looking young people to benefit from JCI’s unique development platform. JCI empowers young people to be effective individuals, to have a sense of social responsibility, to improve their business skills and to be globally networked. Through involvement in JCI activities, one has an opportunity to realize their full potential with a positive spirit. The world needs effective positive and active young people now more than ever, the world needs JCI today. I invite every non JCI young person to join JCI and experience how it feels to become better in measurable terms”.
A partner of the United Nations, AISEC and International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), JCI has partnered the United Nations in the advancement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Present in more than 5,000 communities, in more than 100 countries globally and with a membership of more than 150,000 active citizens, JCI also partners local organizations in projects aimed at improving lives and environment conservation.
Itai A. Manyere
2010 JCI Zimbabwe Secretary General
www.jci.cc
www.jci.cc/local/zimbabwe
November 30, 2010
The 2008 JCI Zimbabwe National President, Victor is currently the Development Councilor for Africa and Middle East responsible for East Africa. As JCI Vice President he has been assigned to Lesotho, Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Lebanon.
During 2011, Victor will work with his countries of assignment in motivating members, marketing the organization and strengthening relationships with JCI partners, mainly governments, media, the business community and UN agencies operating in these countries. He will assist these JCI National Organizations in advancing the JCI mission, which is to provide development opportunities that empower young men and women between 18 and 40 years to create positive impact in their environments, for the benefit of humanity. As he travels to his assigned countries, Victor will also carry a mandate to promote the 2011 JCI theme of ‘Human Security’, which is the protection of the vital core of human lives in a way that enhances human freedom and fulfillment. He will supervise national organizations in carrying out the JCI flagship programs as well as in fostering membership growth.
Commenting on the achievement, the Acting Vice Chancellor of Harare Institute of Technology (HIT) and JCI Senator Mr. Quinton Kanhukamwe said such a high profile achievement is bound to reap positive perception results on Zimbabwe as a nation. He commended the high caliber of leaders developed by JCI and recommended the organization to every young person serious about building a firm foundation for positive performance in life. Senator Kanhukamwe is himself a product of JCI.
Upon learning of the election of Victor as JCI Vice President for Africa and Middle East, and that of Samuel Moyo, the current JCI Zimbabwe National President, as the 2011 Development Councilor for Africa and Middle East assigned to the Southern Africa region, President of the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) Mr. Trust Chikohora said he felt proud of JCI Zimbabwe because of its outstanding performance which has brought this recognition. He committed himself to developing the ZNCC/JCI partnership in every way possible with the expectation that the two organizations should continue to influence positive action for the speedy recovery of our economy.
Victor was awarded the most outstanding member for JCI Khumalo in 2003 and the most outstanding National Officer in 2004. He attended two JCI Africa and Middle East Conferences and two JCI World Congresses. He is a graduate of JCI Prime (2003), JCI Achieve (2006) and the 20th JCI Academy (2007). Victor is a member of the JCI Foundation.
Asked how he felt to be elected to the leadership of this leading progressive organization at a global level, Victor had this to say, “My election to the JCI Board of Directors as one of the 17 Vice Presidents has been a humbling experience and I feel truly honored for this opportunity to serve this wonderful organization at an international level. I also feel challenged to do more for humanity through JCI. I look forward to a very busy and fruitful year full of learning and inspiration. My countries of assignment are varied and equally have different challenges, and I look forward to cultural exchanges and experiences sharing that create positive impact as I travel across. I have no doubt in my mind that at the end of 2011, as active citizens we will have reason to celebrate because of the achievements we will have recorded as a team. I will also be raising the Zimbabwe flag high wherever I go”.
Asked about any message to young people Victor said, “I encourage all forward looking young people to benefit from JCI’s unique development platform. JCI empowers young people to be effective individuals, to have a sense of social responsibility, to improve their business skills and to be globally networked. Through involvement in JCI activities, one has an opportunity to realize their full potential with a positive spirit. The world needs effective positive and active young people now more than ever, the world needs JCI today. I invite every non JCI young person to join JCI and experience how it feels to become better in measurable terms”.
A partner of the United Nations, AISEC and International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), JCI has partnered the United Nations in the advancement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Present in more than 5,000 communities, in more than 100 countries globally and with a membership of more than 150,000 active citizens, JCI also partners local organizations in projects aimed at improving lives and environment conservation.
Itai A. Manyere
2010 JCI Zimbabwe Secretary General
www.jci.cc
www.jci.cc/local/zimbabwe
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