Programs
DISTRICT YOUTH PROGRAMS
Our Club support several programs including:
Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment (RYPEN)
RYPEN is a residential camp that takes place over 2.5 days for students aged between 14-16 (Year 8-10) that focuses on the development of self-concept, relationships, and is designed to develop skills that will assist them in the transition to adulthood.
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Rotary Youth Transition Seminar (RYTS)
RYTS is a transition program with the focus to assist the transition from one area of study into the next phase of life. The program is delivered at a 6 day residential camp for students who are in the senior years of school (Year 11-12) or who are aged between 17-18 if not within a school system.
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Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)
RYLA is a personal, professional development seminar program for young people aged between 19-29. The program is delivered at a 6-day residential camp. It focuses on enhancing leadership, communication, motivation, teamwork and interpersonal skills as well as building self-awareness of mental health and well-being, knowledge of a sense of community and a sense of belonging.
INTERNATIONAL AWARENESS
Our Club supports local schools to participate in the Model United Nations Assembly and has supported students to participate the National Youth Science Forum.
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Model United Nations Assembly (MUNA)
For teams of Year 11-12 students, MUNA is a one-day event that encourages them to learn about other nations and to understand and appreciate the workings of the United Nations while they develop debating skills and gain self-confidence in public speaking.
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National Youth Science Forum (NYSF)
NYSF is a not-for-profit organization which offers a variety of immersive and transformative youth-led experiences promoting science and science-related areas. The programs are conducted for students entering Year 12 in January each year.