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
- 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:
Mobile: 0468 372 773