R.Y.L.A. (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards)
Quick Glance: RYLA is an amazing leadership experience offered through many Rotary clubs across Canada.
Key Highlights:
Location: Events around Canada!
Dates: Varies from club to club
Eligibility: Ages 14-30 (dependent on your clubs event)
Fees: Free! You will get sponsorship from a rotary club. (unless your club specifics differently)
Website: https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/rotary-youth-leadership-awards
Overview:
Do you have what it takes to become a dynamic leader and change yourself and the world? Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an intensive leadership experience organized by Rotary clubs and districts where you develop your skills as a leader while having fun and making connections.
RYLA events are organized locally by Rotary clubs and districts for participants ages 14-30. Depending on community needs, RYLA may take the form of a one-day seminar, a three-day retreat, or a weeklong camp. Typically, events last 3-10 days and include presentations, activities, and workshops covering a variety of topics.
Your community might host a RYLA event for secondary school students to hone their leadership potential, for university students to develop creative problem-solving strategies, or for young professionals to learn ethical business practices.
**Last updated March 2024 (description taken from the program’s website)
Testimonial
The following testimonial was submitted by Kaia, from Barrie, Ontario. They answered the following key questions. Kaia rates this opportunity a 8 out of 10.
What stood out about this opportunity that makes it such a unique experience?
The team bonding experiences and the speakers that came
What is something a youth attending this opportunity should know?
You will meet many new people, but the weekend goes by quickly so make sure to branch out and talk to people!
What was your favourite activity/experience of the opportunity?
The Talent Show night and the guest speakers were amazing!
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