Rotary Youth Leadership Academy Seminar

Welcome to the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program. Run in conjunction with District 9820, this program is a transformational leadership conference open to 18- to 30-year-olds who are looking to develop their leadership potential, build lasting connections and gain new insights and experiences.

 

It focuses on

  •  Developing young leaders who celebrate diversity, create sustainable change, and become service-minded global citizens.
  • Personal development, leadership, and teamwork.
  • Provide conflict resolution strategies alongside leadership training.
  • Emphasize professional development and connect participants with opportunities to serve the community through Rotary.
  • Combine leadership development and vocational training to help young people discover their potential and hone skills. 

Participants will engage in a range of activities, including workshops, team- building exercises, outdoor activities, and guest speaker presentations.

Our program is led by experienced facilitators and mentors who are dedicated to helping participant achieve their full potential. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can learn, grow and thrive.

Rotary Clubs financially support participants to attend. Cost for 2023 to sponsor was $1250 per participant and $1000 per leader.

The next Rotary Youth Leadership Awards will be held in 2024 to align with university semester breaks.

RYLA 2023 was a joint initiative run by District 9810 and District 9820 and held as a 6 day live in seminar. The Venue for 2023 was in Flinders on the Mornington Peninsula.

Applications will open short towards the end of 2024 for next year's intake.

- click on the link below or scan QR code to the left of this article to apply

Further information can be obtained by contacting your local Rotary Club to express your interest in participating in the RYLA leadership program or emailing trish.carr@9810rotary.org.au

Becoming a Leader

Previous attendees to RYLA are welcome to apply to continue their Leadership journey as a Leader/Facilitator of the RYLA program. If you are interested in becoming a leader please contact us

trishcarr@9810rotary.org.au

Apply here!

Speakers

 
 Speakers, from all walks of life, covering a vast array of topics inspire, challenge and stimulate our participants throughout the conference week. 
Past speakers have included leaders in the field of sport, corporate/ industry and NGO's  who inspire and motivate participants giving them key tools they can apply in their roles as leaders.
Some speakers have included
 
  • Col Fink     
 
 
 
  • Jo Parker  
 
 

Activities

 
Hands on activities are specially developed and prepared to stimulate leadership and management skills with a focus on teamwork allowing participants to develop, practice and hone their skills. 
These include skills in team management, project management and communication.

Self Improvement

The RYLA team are dedicated to empowering participants to be the best they can be. They assist participants to develop their leadership skills through planned activities, structured reflection time and to develop skills like self evaluation and character analysis.
Opportunities are also available to extend leadership skills as well as becoming a leader.
 
 
Click image to see our brochure.
Scan QR Code to apply for Ryla 2023