Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

 
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
 
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ROTARY YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS (RYLA)
 
       LEADERSHIP SKILLS FOR 18-28 YEAR OLDS
 
WHEN: Saturday 4th – Friday 10th January 2025
 
VENUE: Warrambui Retreat & Conference Centre
     322 Greenwood Road, Murrumbateman NSW
 
TOTAL COSTS: $1,700 (no GST applicable) per person, excluding travel to and from the venue.
 
APPLICATIONS STRICTLY CLOSE: 30 November 2024.
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WHY SHOULD CLUBS SPONSOR SOMEONE TO ATTEND RYLA?
  • It is a transformational 7 day residential program, that offers a unique opportunity for participants to develop and enhance skills in effective leadership.
 
  • Sessions take multiple forms, including outdoor recreation, team coordination and planning tasks, as well as opportunities for personal reflection.
 
  • Many participants who attend RYLA express an interest in joining their local Rotary or Rotaract clubs. Others demonstrate a newfound appreciation for Rotary and its initiatives that they share with others.
 
  • RYLA provides an opportunity for young people to get involved in Rotary or other volunteer organisations that create a lasting benefit for your local community.
 
 
 
HERE’S WHAT PAST PARTICIPANTS SAY ABOUT RYLA
  • “Attending RYLA was a game-changer! It is more than just a leadership program; it’s a catalyst for personal growth and lasting connections. From honing communication skills to activities of self-discovery, the workshops and activities provided a perfect blend of theory and practice to equip me with a plethora of practical leadership skills.”
 
  • “RYLA was a transformative experience, fostering not just leadership skills but a supportive community. The mentors’ dedication and guidance were invaluable. The diverse activities and genuine connections formed made it a truly heartwarming journey.”
 
SUGGESTIONS OF WHERE TO FIND POTENTIAL RYLA PARTICIPANTS
  • Rotaract Club members
  • Previous participants in Rotary Youth Programs (eg. Youth Exchange, RYPEN, public speaking, NYSF)
  • TAFE/Educational facilities
  • Community organisations
  • Various workplaces
  • Sporting clubs, musical clubs, hobby groups
  • Community leaders
  • Organisations your club has supported
  • Young Ambulance, Fire Fighting and Police officers or volunteers at local stations.
 
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Visit the District website at https://rotary9705.org.au/page/ryla or get in touch with the District RYLA Chairperson, Clare Lawlor 
Mobile: 0468 372 773