District 1320 RYLA

What are the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards?
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, or RYLA, is a leadership development programme run by Rotary for young adults.
Whether you are a secondary school pupil, university student or young professional, RYLA will help you discover your potential and develop the skills needed to be a leader in your community, career and everyday life.
Each RYLA participant is sponsored by a local Rotary club or group of clubs.

What are the benefits?
Connect with leaders in your community and around the world to:

1. Build communication and problem-solving skills

1. Discover strategies for becoming a dynamic leader in your school or community

1. Learn from community leaders, inspirational speakers, and peer mentors

1. Unlock your potential to turn motivation into action

1. Have fun and form lasting friendships

Being a leader is not just about being confident enough to speak out and knowing what to say, it is knowing when to listen to others and understand. RYLA teaches this, and other soft skills, to help everyone to be the best they can be.

Teamwork exercises bring people together from different walks of life in a safe environment where everyone can get to know each other without fear of exclusion or negativity.
As with all Rotary programmes, Rotary members are appropriately DBS checked and risk assessments are carried out for all activities.

Who eligible?
Anyone who is willing to try something new through activity-based learning and discover new talents along the way, as well as having fun.

RYLA programmes involve physical challenges so can be demanding. Some degree of fitness is required.

How to get involved

RYLA participants are nominated by local Rotary clubs. Contact your local Rotary club to find out more about RYLA events in your area, how to apply.