Events

Youth Transforming Justice has been keeping youth in school and out of the juvenile justice system for 22 years. We believe the best way to end the school-to-prison pipeline is to transform traditional, punitive school discipline and juvenile justice systems into restorative, trauma-informed, and peer-driven solutions where youth can reflect and learn from mistakes, repair damage and relationships harmed, and move forward successfully.  

Don Carney has worked in the fields of juvenile and social justice for over fifty years. He is the founder and Executive Director of Youth Transforming Justice. He has chaired Marin’s Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Commission for over twenty years, and he also serves on the Restorative Justice Committee of the California Juvenile Justice Commission. Don trains communities and schools in the practice of providing restorative trauma informed alternatives to suspension and juvenile incarceration.

Michael “BoZ” Bosniak is a native Philadelphian who made his mark in New York City as a talented and award-winning graphic designer creating trademarks for American Motors, Coca Cola and RCA, not to mention the design of the NYC Subway Maps. Michael’s poster designs for New York City landmarks are part of the permanent collection of the NYC Museum of Modern Art. Michael also served as a Director of Corporate Services for NBC, the National Broadcasting Company.  Michael and his wife recently  moved to Marin to be closer to two of his six grandchildren. Michael’s presentation today, however, will not focus on his professional careers, but rather the two years he spent as President of IBM  (International Brotherhood of Magicians Ring 317 Lake Success NY)

Our esteemed member, Dr. Borge, will describe some of his great work in Panama over many years

First responders are our everyday heroes, bravely facing immense physical and mental challenges. From firefighters to paramedics, dispatch centers, law enforcement, and search and rescue personnel, these brave individuals often confront extreme stress, PTSD, depression, and even suicidal impulses. First Responder Therapy Dogs provides trained therapy dogs that offer emotional support directly to on-duty heroes. Research shows they reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and elevate mood—helping first responders focus on their communities while caring for themselves. In 2025 alone, they reached over 70,000 first responders nationwide. The organization has more than 500 certified therapy dog teams, spanning 46 states, from Alabama to Wisconsin.

Michelle Detrick brings 17 years of experience working as a paramedic in Oakland and as a firefighter/paramedic for the Berkeley Fire Department and Central Marin Fire Department. She began her teaching career in 2004 as an EMT instructor for the College of Marin and has been an instructor for her peers throughout her career in the fire service.

A Rotary District or Global Grant scholar pursues graduate-level studies abroad in one of Rotary’s seven focus areas—such as peace, health, or education—while acting as an ambassador of goodwill. Scholars engage with local Rotary clubs, participate in community service, and bridge cultural gaps, aiming to create sustainable, long-term change.

Elizabeth will discuss her experiences overseas as the 2025 Global Scholar for our District 5150.