Lipa City, Batangas — June 27, 2026 — The Rotaract Club of Lucena South once again reaffirmed its legacy of excellence after being recognized as one of the Most Outstanding Rotaract Clubs in Rotary International District 3820 during the District Conference and Awarding Ceremony (DiCAC) 2026, held at Alejandro's Resort and Event Center in Lipa City, Batangas.

The distinction marks the club's 12th consecutive year of receiving the district's highest club recognition—an achievement that reflects over a decade of sustained excellence in leadership, service, public image, and community impact.

Further highlighting an exceptional Rotary year, the club was also named a Diamond District Citation Awardee, the highest level of district citation presented to clubs that demonstrate outstanding performance across Rotary's avenues of service.

Excellence Across Rotary's Areas of Focus

The club's flagship community initiatives earned top honors across multiple Areas of Focus, recognizing the meaningful and lasting impact of its service projects.

Diamond Awards

• Maternal and Child Health – Project CERVIXyo
• Water, Sanitation and Hygiene – I Have Two Hands
• Best International Service Project – LUZVIMINDA: Give a Hand Year 9
• Best Public Image Project – Website Launch (rotaractlucenasouth.org)

Platinum Award

• Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention – Project Kamalayan

Gold Awards

• Supporting the Environment – Thousand Trees of Hope
• Community Economic Development – Project S.P.R.O.U.T.

Special District Recognitions

In addition to its project awards, the Rotaract Club of Lucena South received several district-wide honors that recognized both its contribution to Rotary and its commitment to excellence.

• Most Outstanding Rotaract Club (12th Consecutive Year)
• Diamond District Citation Awardee
• Most Creative Video Presentation for Year-End Reporting
• Highest Contribution to the End Polio Fund in the District
• Highest Contribution to The Rotary Foundation in the District

Leadership Recognitions

The club's leaders were likewise honored for their dedication and service to Rotary International District 3820.

• Luigi Oblena — Advocacy-Driven President
• PP Paul Armhel Escobar — Chair, Learning and Development Committee
• IPP Karen Jane Montero — Vice Chair, Grievance Committee

The club also received Bronze Awards for Passion and Excellence during the Area 3 TriPLE Awards, recognizing its continued commitment to leadership and organizational development.

A Legacy of Excellence

These recognitions reflect the collective efforts of the club's members, alumni, Rotarians, partners, sponsors, and volunteers who dedicated their time and talents throughout the Rotary year. More than a celebration of awards, they affirm the club's commitment to delivering meaningful service, cultivating young leaders, and creating lasting impact in the communities it serves.

As the Rotaract Club of Lucena South celebrates its 25th year of service, the club continues to build on a legacy defined by excellence, innovation, and service above self—proving that sustained impact is achieved through collaboration, leadership, and a shared commitment to making a difference.