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2013 RI CONVENTION
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)
Developing the Program
Lyn Davies and Andrew Cowling
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RYLA _ Developing the Program
Breakout Session 1 - Track A
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Session outcomes
1. The story of the first
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)
2. Ways to develop a RYLA Program
3. Questions & Answer session
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History of RYLA
1959 A Royal Visit to Brisbane & Gundoo
Gundoo – an Aboriginal word meaning “festival” or “fun together”.
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1960 District (260)9600 Australia
Rotarians responded to youth & community needs with a second Gundoo
1971 Rotary International adopted the program and re-named it
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)
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RYLA – Developing the Program
1. OrganisationClub or
District?RYLA
CommitteeClub Support
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RYLA – Developing the Program
2. ParticipantsAge Range
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RYLA – Developing the Program
3. Duration of CourseAge range – school holidays
or work commitmentsWeekdays or weekend
Weather conditions
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RYLA – Developing the Program
4. CommitteeAbility to work with young people
Ability to develop the programPublicity and promotion
LogisticsActivities
Tutors, Instructors & Counsellors
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RYLA – Developing the Program
4. Committee (cont.)Registration
BudgetAccommodation & Meals
Running the courseH & S; Child Protection
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RYLA - Developing the Program
5. Budget & FundingPrinting & Promotion Costs
Venue CostsEquipment & Supplies
Meals/CateringInsurance
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RYLA – Developing the Program
5. Budget & Funding (cont.)Transport?
Merchandise?Incidental expenses?
External funding
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RYLA – Developing the Program
6. LogisticsSite selection
Location and accessibilityPrivacy
Adequate sleeping accommodationFor both sexes
Kitchen and Dining Area
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RYLA – Developing the Program
6. Logistics (cont.)Breakout/Group rooms
Plenary area for whole groupIndoor & outdoor activities
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RYLA – Developing the Program
7. PromotionDistrict Governor
ClubsNewsletters
District Conference & AssemblySocial networks
Cross-promotion with Youth ProjectsCommunity – local media
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RYLA – Developing the Program
8. ParticipantsSelection criteria
FormsProceedures
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RYLA – Developing the Program
9. Tutors, Counsellors, InstructorsSelection
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RYLA – Developing the Program
10. Course Content & DesignTopics
Core CurriculumLeadership
Personal Development
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RYLA – Developing the Program
10. Course Content & Design (cont.)
Program deliverySpeakers
Group WorkExperimental Learning
Socialising & Networking
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RYLA – Developing the Program
11. ManagementYouth Protection
Risk ManagementCode of behaviour
Feedback
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RYLA – Developing the Program
11. Management (cont.)Reviewing the course
AlumniSharing success
Resources available
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RYLA – Developing the Program
Questions and Comments
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Thank you!CONTACTS
Andrew CowlingRotary Club of Northampton District 1070 UK
Tel +441604686470 or +447973515199
Email: [email protected]
Lyn DaviesRotary Club of Terrigal District 9680 Australia
Tel +61 (0)429951068 or +61 (0)2 43845572
Email: [email protected]