Opinion: ‘Uniting to create lasting change globally, locally and personally’

By , Guest Columnist Updated: May 07, 2026 4:00 AM CT | Published: May 07, 2026 4:00 AM CT
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Vijay Surpuriya

Vijay Surpuriya, PhD is a pharmacist with Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare and long-time Rotary member.

“What we gain instead is something far more valuable: purpose, friendships and the knowledge that we are making a difference.”

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