Welcome to the Rotary Club of Atlanta West End

This meeting covered the scale, causes, and community impact of senior hunger in the state. She emphasized that food insecurity among older adults stems from economic pressures, health challenges, mobility barriers, and policy complexities. Dr. Walker closed with practical steps Rotarians can take to help seniors access programs and essential resources. [more]

Margaret Nagawa, PhD candidate at Emory University and instructor at Spelman College, spoke to discuss her curated exhibition “Insistent Presence: Contemporary African Art from the Chazen Collection” at the Carlos Museum of Art. Nagawa outlined how contemporary African artists use the human body, or its absence, to explore history, identity, and social inequality. Members heard about her interdisciplinary path in art, and were invited to visit related exhibitions and continue engaging with African art locally.
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Senior Policy Analyst and Rotarian Leo Chancey shared his inspiring journey in public service, drawing connections between ethical governance and community engagement. With over fifteen years in Georgia’s House Budget and Research Office, Leo offered isights into the state’s budgeting process, fiscal priorities, and the balance between prudence and compassion. His reflections on youth mentorship and volunteer work at Impact Church’s food pantry illustrated how service bridges the gap between policy and people.

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